Update date: 30 September 2026 | Official source: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare / PIB
At a Glance
- The World Congress of Gastroenterology 2026 opened in New Delhi on 30 September and runs through 3 October 2026.
- PIB reports that this is the first time the Congress is being hosted in India.
- The theme is “Transforming Gastrointestinal Health, Preserving Nature.”
- The scientific programme includes gastroenterology, hepatology, pancreatology, endoscopy, GI surgery, nutrition and allied disciplines.
- The meeting emphasizes research, clinical practice, innovation and international collaboration.
Why the meeting matters
WCOG 2026 brings together clinicians, researchers and allied health professionals from India and abroad to discuss advances in gastrointestinal and liver health. The programme includes scientific sessions, lectures, debates, workshops, live demonstrations and research presentations.
India-focused public-health context
At the inaugural session, the Health Ministry highlighted prevention and health promotion alongside curative care. The official release also emphasized population-based screening for major noncommunicable diseases through primary-care systems and the importance of continued research and innovation.
What clinicians can watch for
- New evidence and practice updates in gastroenterology and hepatology.
- Emerging endoscopic and procedural technologies.
- Research relevant to gastrointestinal infections, inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease and pancreatology.
- Multidisciplinary models involving dietetics, nursing and allied professionals.
Official Source
PIB / Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — WCOG 2026, 30 September 2026
MedBodh note: This article summarizes an official event update. Specific clinical recommendations should be based on published guidelines and peer-reviewed evidence rather than conference coverage alone.