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Deccan Queen
on Rails
October 8–11, 2026 · पुणे, India
A Ruby conference born in the city of शिवाजी महाराज, पेशवे, and the Deccan Queen. Where Rubyists from across India gather, and invited voices from the world arrive. Deep ideas. Warm चहा. The city opens its doors.
A city that shaped empires,
now shaping code
पुणे was the seat of छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज and the पेशवे who built one of the largest empires in Indian history. Today it is India's fastest-growing tech city and its most celebrated education hub — the पूर्वेचे ऑक्सफर्ड.
Deccan Queen on Rails is a community-first Ruby conference rooted in that same spirit — bold thinking, deep craft, and warmth for everyone at the table. We bring Rubyists from across India together and invite voices from the global community to join the conversation.
Expect honest talks, hallway conversations that shift your thinking — and a city that will make you want to stay longer than planned.
The real Deccan Queen
The historic Deccan Queen express has run Pune ↔ Mumbai daily since 1930 — India's first superfast train and a source of enduring पुण्याभिमान. Come for the conference. Arrive by train.
Community-first, always
No corporate bloat. A single track where everyone watches the same talks. Lunch together. चहा together. Ideas shared freely.
छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज was born near Pune and launched the Maratha Empire from its soil. Sinhagad fort, Shaniwar Wada, Raigad — history is never more than a short drive away.
Pune has been India's education capital for over a century. Home to Savitribai Phule Pune University, IIT Pune, IISER, FTII, and over 800 colleges — it thinks deeply and builds seriously.
Classical music, Marathi theatre (नाटक), literature festivals, and Ganesh utsav — Pune's cultural life runs deep. The arts here are not a weekend activity; they are the city's heartbeat.
Post-monsoon October skies, 22–26°C, the Western Ghats at their greenest — and पुण्याचं खाणं that will outlast any conference talk in your memory.
Voices from India & the world
Invited speakers from the global Ruby community alongside the best of India's Ruby builders.
Speakers being announced soon
Got something worth saying to India's Ruby community? The CFP is open — see details.
Full-length session — a topic explored properly, with room for depth.
One sharp idea, delivered fast. Often the most memorable session of the day.
Four days in Pune
Talks, community, culture, and the open roads of Maharashtra.
Conference Day 1
Keynotes and talks from Rubyists who've been building with Rails from day one — and those pushing its future. Full single track.
Conference Day 2
More talks, lightning sessions, hallway conversations — and the afterparty, where the best ideas always happen.
Rails Girls Pune
A full-day program for women and non-binary folk. Build your first Rails app with coaches from the community.
Learn moreThe Retreat
सिंहगड, लोणावळा, जुनी पुणे, food trails. Stay a little longer — महाराष्ट्र has more to show you.
See retreat planFull schedule announced after the CFP closes. Join the waitlist to be notified.
Have something to say to India's Ruby community?
We're looking for talks on Ruby internals, Rails at scale, OSS contributions, community building, and anything that helps Rubyists grow. All experience levels welcome — first-timers especially encouraged.
Speaker perks
- Travel support (international & outstation)
- Hotel accommodation for conference days
- Full conference ticket included
- Retreat day included (Oct 11)
Rails Girls Pune
The day after the main conference, we open our doors to women and non-binary people who want to build their first Rails app. Run by coaches from the Rubyist community.
Rails Girls Pune gives beginners a warm, structured introduction to Ruby on Rails — with real mentors, real code, and real जेवण.
Attendee and coach applications open July 2026. Join the waitlist and we'll notify you the moment they do.
Join WaitlistThe conference ends.
The journey continues.
Stay one more day. We'll take you through Maharashtra — forts, ghats, old Pune, and food that'll make you miss the city for years.
सिंहगड
The fort where तानाजी मालुसरे gave his life in 1670 reclaiming it for शिवाजी महाराज. A short drive from Pune, a steep climb, and a view that earns every step.
लोणावळा घाट
The Western Ghats in post-monsoon green. Waterfalls, mist, and the kind of quiet that clears your head after two days of big ideas.
शनिवार वाडा & Old पुणे
कसबा पेठ, लक्ष्मी रस्ता, the पेशवे palace. Pune is 350 years old and its जुनी पुणे shows every one of them — in the best possible way.
पुण्याची खाद्ययात्रा
मिसळ पाव at Bedekar's. मस्तानी at Sujata. पुरण पोळी at Kothrud. This trail alone is worth the flight to पुणे.
पुणे, India
October in पुणे is post-monsoon perfection — clear skies, 24°C, the Western Ghats at their greenest. However far you're travelling, getting here is easier than you'd expect.
Official Maharashtra Tourism · पुणे · Click to play
Fly into Mumbai (BOM)
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) in Mumbai is the main international gateway — well connected from the US, UK, Europe, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Australia. From Mumbai airport, पुणे is 3 hrs by road or rail.
Fly direct into Pune (PNQ)
Pune Airport (PNQ) has growing international connectivity — direct flights from Dubai (Emirates, IndiGo), Singapore, Sharjah, Doha, and Muscat. Check your airline for the latest routes. Shorter connection, no transit through Mumbai.
Mumbai → पुणे on the Deccan Queen
Land in Mumbai, hop on the iconic Deccan Queen express from Mumbai CST. Departs 17:10, arrives पुणे 20:30 — scenic, comfortable, and the most fitting way to arrive at a conference named after it.
Train 12123 · Book on IRCTC (irctc.co.in)
By Air
Direct flights to Pune (PNQ) from Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Goa, and more. Flight time from most metros is under 2 hrs.
By Train
पुणे Junction is well connected to the Indian Railways network. Direct trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Nagpur, and Nashik. Check schedules on IRCTC.
irctc.co.in · Book 120 days in advance
By Road from Mumbai
Mumbai–Pune Expressway (NH48) takes about 2.5 hrs by cab. Shivneri Volvo AC buses from Mumbai run every 30 minutes from 05:30–23:30 — comfortable and affordable. Book on redbus.in or MSRTC.
Visa for international attendees
India offers an e-Visa for nationals of 170+ countries — applied entirely online, usually approved within 72 hours. We can provide an official invitation letter to support your visa application. Contact us early — we're happy to help.
The organisations making this possible
Deccan Queen on Rails is community-run and sponsor-supported. Your support keeps tickets affordable and scholarships possible.
Interested in sponsoring?
Download our sponsorship prospectus to see packages, reach, and benefits — then drop us a line.
Be the first to know
Tickets, speaker announcements, CFP deadlines — get notified before anyone else.
Get in touch
General
hello@deccanqueenonrails.com
Send an email →Sponsorship
sponsors@deccanqueenonrails.com
Send an email →CFP & Speakers
cfp@deccanqueenonrails.com
Send an email →Code of Conduct
Deccan Queen on Rails is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, or experience level. We do not tolerate harassment of participants in any form.
All attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are required to follow this Code of Conduct. Violations may result in removal from the conference without refund.
To report a violation, email hello@deccanqueenonrails.com or find an organiser on-site.