Dear Colleagues and fellow members of Hernia Society of India
It is my honour and privilege to invite you all to the 20th Annual conference of Hernia Society of India (HSI) (HSICON 2026), 8th - 10th October, 2026 at Taj Vivanta, Bhubaneshwar, India. HSI is the parent society of hernia surgeons in India and a vibrant platform for learning, sharing knowledge, friendship and growth. Surgery of hernia continues to evolve rapidly and HSICON plays a vital role in keeping us aligned with the latest advancements while reinforcing the timeless principles of safe patient care.
HSICON 2026 will bring together distinguished international and National faculties, experienced surgeons and young minds, creating an ideal environment for knowledge exchange.
I encourage each one of you to actively participate and make the most of the opportunities to learn and network. Together we shall strengthen our professional bonds and inspire a shared commitment to excellence in hernia care.
My sincere appreciation to the organizers for their effort and dedication.
Wishing all of us a successful and memorable HSICON 2026.
Dr Manish Baijal
President,
Hernia Society of India (HSI)
Dear Colleagues
It is with immense pleasure that I extend a heartfelt welcome to all delegates, faculty, and guests to HSICON 2026 - the 20th Annual Conference of the Hernia Society of India, being held from 8th to 10th October 2026 at Vivanta, Bhubaneswar.
Organised by the Hernia Surgeons of Odisha, this milestone conference promises to be a confluence of knowledge, innovation, and collaboration. Over three enriching days, we shall deliberate on the latest advances in hernia surgery, share experiences, and strengthen bonds within our fraternity.
Bhubaneswar, the "Temple City of India," offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, and we are delighted to host you in this vibrant city. We look forward to your active participation in scientific sessions, workshops, and cultural gatherings that will make HSICON 2026 truly memorable.
On behalf of the organizing committee, I warmly invite you to join us in celebrating two decades of academic excellence and camaraderie.
With Regards,
Dr Tushar S Mishra
Organizing Secretary
HSICON 2026
Conference Dates
8th-10th Oct 2026
Earlr Bird Registration till: 31st May 2026
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Places to Visit in Bhubaneshwar
Lingaraja Temple
Lingaraja Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and is one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneswar, the capital of the Indian state of Odisha, India. The temple is the most prominent landmark of Bhubaneswar city and one of the major tourist attractions of the state
Udayagiri and Khandagiri
Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves, formerly called Kattaka Gumpha or Cuttack caves, are partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance 3 km south of the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India. The caves are situated on two adjacent hills
Nandankanan Zoological Park
Nandankanan Zoological Park i 437-hectare (1,080-acre) zoo and botanical garden located in Barang village, Odisha, India. It is 10 km to south of Cuttack and 10 km north of Bhubaneswar, Established in 1960, it was opened to the public in 1979 and became the first zoo in India
Mukteshwara-Temple
Mukteshwara Temple (IAST: Mukteswara also spelt Mukteswara) is a 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. The temple dates back to 950-975 CE and is a monument of importance in the study of the development of Hindu temples in Odisha
Rajarani Temple
Rajarani Temple is an 11th-century CE Hindu temple located in Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha (Orissa previously), India Believed to be devoted to Lord Shiva, the shrine is called Raja Rani because it is made of yellow and red sandstone and the two colors are locally called 'Raja Rani
Biju Patnaik Park
It is located close to the Bhubaneswar airport and was earlier called the forest park. Very popular with the locals particularly in the mornings and weekends. It is clean and well maintained. On entering you walk into an enclosure of Palm trees with a modern art structure to your right. It has well laid out walkways