Dear Friends,
Greetings from the Organizing Committee of ASPA 2026!

“Between the gentle hush of induction and the jubilant return of first breath, paediatric anaesthesiologists sculpt futures.”

Step into a city where 16th-century granite walls guard tomorrow’s science, and where every child’s heartbeat is a promise worth perfecting.

Christian Medical College, Vellore, welcomes the world to Asian Society of Paediatric Anaesthesiologists (ASPA) conference 2026 in collaboration with IAPA TamilNadu and Puducherry state branch to host Indian Association of Paediatric Anaesthesiologists (IAPA) Midterm meeting 2026.

Since its establishment in 1999, ASPA has developed into a prominent Asian advocate for ensuring safe anaesthesia for children in Asia, while IAPA, which was founded in 2006, has been dedicated to children's safety in India and now links specialists from over twenty countries—jointly creating a gathering that is deeply rooted in local concerns yet distinctly global in scope.

Where heritage meets horizon:

Founded in 1900, Christian Medical College blends compassionate care with trail-blazing science. Its campus lies amid Vellore’s 16th-century fort and gilded Dravidian temples, offering delegates an unforgettable fusion of scholarship, culture, and the famed warmth of Tamil hospitality.

What awaits inside:

Three days of thought-provoking keynotes, simulation-rich workshops, and cross-disciplinary forums will spotlight safety, innovation, and equity in paediatric peri-operative medicine. Detailed programme, abstract timelines and travel guidance will appear here soon…For now, let the dates find a permanent place in your calendar.

Beyond the auditorium

Step outside and Vellore’s spice-laden bazaars, serene temple courtyards, verdant Amirthi Zoological Park and storied fort ramparts beckon—inviting you to weave new friendships against a backdrop of living history. Arrive curious, depart inspired, and carry a thread of this cultural tapestry back to your practice.

Save the date

Mark 10 – 12 September 2026 on your calendar and watch this space for registration, abstract submissions, and travel information. Until then, we invite you to share the dates with colleagues and prepare to join us in writing the next chapter of paediatric anaesthesia at the confluence of India’s heritage and global innovation.

Join us where centuries-old heritage meets tomorrow’s horizon and help sculpt the next chapter in paediatric anaesthesia.

We are excited about making the paediatric anaesthesia conference ASPA 2026 a great success!

Best Regards,

Dr. Ekta Rai
Organising Chairperson
On Behalf of the Organising Team
Christian Medical College, Vellore.