It is a great pleasure to welcome you to the 21^st DFSICON 2024, 10^th IADFS & 2^nd D-Foot International to the International Congress of diabetic foot in the vibrant city of Mumbai, India.

We are thrilled to be able to witness a united group of experts on one platform. It highlights the crucial synergy between wound care and diabetes care, marking a significant milestone in the field of diabetes-related foot complication management.

As D-Foot International's President, I proudly introduce D-Foot International, a global organization dedicated to addressing diabetes-related foot complications reflective of our global mission: "To end avoidable lower-limb amputations due to diabetes worldwide."

Our commitment to excellence in diabetic foot care is showcased in this conference, a powerful testament to our dedication. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Dr. Sanjay Vaidya, the organizing chairman of this conference, and all others: Dr. Arun Bal, Dr. Rajesh Kesavan, Dr. Srinivas Seshabhattaru, Dr. Ashu Rastogi, Dr. Milind Ruke, Dr. Arati Shahade, Dr. Poonam Tuteja, and all the executive board members of IADFS and D-Foot International.

Let us embark on enlightening and insightful days of knowledge sharing, networking, and our unwavering commitment to preventing amputations. Together, we can transform the lives of people with diabetes.

Prof. Zulfiqarali G. Abbas

President, D-Foot International