On National Technology Day 2025, industry leaders, educators, and policymakers united around a compelling vision: India’s future is being written not just with code but with purpose. The nation is no longer content to participate in the global tech revolution, it is determined to lead it. From artificial intelligence to sustainable innovation, cybersecurity to inclusive digital infrastructure, their voices echo a singular belief: India is building a future rooted in tech, talent, and trust.
AI as the Cornerstone of India’s Growth
AI has moved from buzzword to backbone. Ranga Pothula of Infor highlighted India’s emergence as a development hub, calling their Hyderabad GCC “Infor’s largest worldwide,” and spotlighting a new AWS data center aimed at AI-integrated ERP solutions.
Amit Luthra (Lenovo) shared, “51% of Indian organizations are scaling AI initiatives,” while Piyush Agarwal (Cloudera) reported, “84% of Indian organizations have implemented AI agents, with 98% planning to expand usage.”
Aparna Balasubramanian (GoTo) emphasized a “human-centric” approach, using AI to “reduce waste and improve resilience,” while Virtusa’s Ram Meenakshisundaram positioned AI as a “force for sustainable transformation.”
Kanchan Ray (Nagarro) said that AI is accelerating the vision of Digital India by making technology more accessible. “When AI combines with India’s robust digital infrastructure, it creates opportunities for every citizen to engage with and benefit from the digital economy. On National Technology Day, we celebrate how AI is not only advancing innovation but also driving inclusion and impact at scale.” he said.
Purpose-Driven Innovation: From Profit to Planet
Vineet Dhawan (DCT) argued that tech must go beyond performance: “Innovation must address both environmental and societal value.”
Sandeep Agarwal (Visionet) cited IBM’s 2024 survey: “96% of Indian IT leaders believe AI will positively impact sustainability.” His firm’s AI Now campaign trains over 2,300 employees to be GenAI fluent.
Sanket Atal (Salesforce) reinforced this ethos: “It’s not how fast we innovate, but how intentionally—ensuring that technology uplifts every individual.”
The Youth Engine: Driving the Viksit Bharat Vision
Empowering youth was central to this year’s message. Dr. Suresh Ukarande (Somaiya University) reminded students: “Your efforts can make a lasting impact.”
Kumaresan Arunachalam (Avalon Consulting) called for more than participation: “Groundbreaking ideas must contribute to global progress.”
Dr. Krantee Jamdaade emphasized nurturing innovation early: “Project-based learning sparks entrepreneurship.”
Prof. Himanshu Joshi (IMI) added, “We need a startup ecosystem that empowers youth to experiment, build, and lead.”
Sharan Prakash (Practus) added, “Today, in a world operating with breakthrough technologies like LLM and quantum computing, bright young minds have the toolkit not merely to dream but to analyse and treat actual challenges. Viksit Bharat 2047 is more than a vision—it promises to nurture curiosity, inspire critical thinking, and empower the next generation to lead with confidence and purpose”.
From Tech Adoption to Tech Creation
Pradeep Reddy (Confluent India) saw a shift: “We’ve moved from learning to building. Engineers are now shaping solutions tailored to Indian realities.”
Vikram Ahuja (ANSR) observed that India’s Global Capability Centers are becoming “strategic centers for product development and innovation.”
“India is architecting the digital economy,” noted Siddhartha Tipnis (Deloitte), citing deeptech, agentic AI, and cloud as foundational pillars.
5. Building Resilient, Secure Infrastructure
With rising threats, cybersecurity is non-negotiable. “Cyber readiness is foundational,” said Balaji Rao (Commvault), calling for a “breach-first mindset.”
Rajesh Chhabra (Acronis) noted, “We must equip youth to lead securely and confidently.”
Anjali Amar (Cloudflare) echoed: “True innovation must be secure, sustainable, and inclusive.”
India’s DPI Model: Inclusion at Scale
India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) remains a global benchmark. “UPI, DigiLocker, and multilingual digital assistants empower a billion-plus citizens,” said Mohan Ramaswamy (Rubix).
Sreekumar Pillai (Experion Technologies) predicted: “By 2035, India will be an AI-native economy with 50% of its workforce AI-fluent.”
Storytelling Reimagined: Technology and Creative Expression
In media and entertainment, technology is now a collaborator. “Storytelling is shaped as much by algorithms as scripts,” said Polamraju Nagender (Cinystore), pointing to their KeepItShort initiative that empowers young filmmakers through AI-powered tools.
India’s Collective Tech Mission
India’s march to Viksit Bharat is powered by collective intent. Its greatest strength lies not just in innovation but also in its inclusive, ethical, and sustainable application. As Sanket Atal put it, “Indian youth are not just prepared for the future—they are building it.”