This Year’s Summit to Center Around the Theme of ‘Impacting the Global Agenda via Indigenous Innovation
Bengaluru, NFAPost: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has unveiled the 19th edition of its flagship event, the India Innovation Summit, known as ‘Innoverge 2023.’ The theme of this year’s summit, “Impacting Global Agenda through Local Innovation,” was announced during a press conference held at the Hotel Tai West End in Bengaluru. Scheduled to take place from August 17th to 19th, 2023, at the Hilton Hotel in the Manyata Tech Park, Bengaluru, the summit aims to spotlight India’s contributions to innovation excellence within the global landscape.
With the Government of Karnataka as the Partner State for 2023, the summit will bring together key stakeholders from various sectors, including Information Technology, Biotechnology, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Large & Medium Scale Industries, and Infrastructure Development from the Government of Karnataka.
Building on the successes of its previous editions, CII Innoverge 2023 will feature an innovation showcase through the Innoverge 2023 exhibition. This exhibition will provide attendees with firsthand experience of leading innovations across diverse sectors.
Mr. Kris Gopalakrishnan, Past President of CII, Co-Founder of Infosys, and Chairman of Axilor Ventures, expressed that India’s prowess in innovation demonstrates a remarkable blend of local impact and global significance. He highlighted the nation’s commitment to nurturing talent, advancing research and development, and leveraging technology to influence worldwide policies. He emphasized that as India’s research and development efforts escalate, it not only drives its own growth but also impacts global progress. Gopalakrishnan sees the summit as an ideal platform to shape India’s innovation ecosystem through discussions and debates.
The summit underscores the need for interventions that transform business processes, formulate innovative strategies, and incorporate emerging technology tools like Web 3.0 and quantum information systems. The importance of investment in research and development within emerging areas such as healthcare, energy, data science, clean tech, space, and manufacturing is also highlighted.
Mr. Kamal Bali, Deputy Chairman of CII SR, and President & MD of Volvo Group India, noted that the summit acts as a catalyst for fostering a culture of innovation within the Indian ecosystem. He stressed the significance of visionary discussions that transcend current boundaries and focus on shaping the future. These discussions aim to create an environment that champions innovation excellence, augments research and development, nurture talent, and harnesses technology across nine pivotal sectors.
Mr. Vijaykrishnan Venkatesan, Chairman of CII Karnataka State Council and Managing Director of Kennametal India Ltd, stated that embracing innovation and harnessing cutting-edge technology is crucial for unlocking the true potential of diverse industries. The India Innovation Summit exemplifies progress across sectors like healthcare, mobility, transportation, and manufacturing, showcasing a commitment to transformative ideas.
Mr. N Venu, Vice Chairman of CII Karnataka State Council and Managing Director & CEO of Hitachi Energy India Ltd, emphasized that as key contributors to the global economy resume growth, India’s sunrise sectors are well-positioned to gain momentum. He highlighted the summit’s role in analyzing ongoing investments, incentives, venture capital dynamics, start-up activities, and industry-academic collaborations.
The summit’s choice of Bengaluru as its host city is apt, given the city’s strong ties to innovation and technology. With a robust foundation in tech-driven sectors and a thriving ecosystem of institutions and future-oriented companies, Bengaluru continues to lead innovation across sectors.
Spanning three days, the event will feature nine power-packed sessions, delving into the Global Innovation Landscape, Advanced Manufacturing, and the future of industry sectors such as mobility, healthcare, sustainability, finance, aerospace, and education. The summit will host CEOs, industry experts, and distinguished academics for a mix of keynotes, showcases, and panel discussions.
By providing a unique platform, the summit aims to leverage innovation for organizational growth, offering attendees insights into effective innovation investment strategies and how businesses are harnessing advanced technology for optimal outcomes. The summit’s program includes a conference, exhibition, master class, fireside discussions, and more, fostering collaboration between the private sector, academia, and policymakers.
For more information about the Innovation Summit, please visit the official website at https://cindiainnoverge.in/
