IIT Madras to Host First Technology Summit in Delhi
Focus on Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration for Viksit Bharat 2047
New Delhi, May 5, 2026 : Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is set to host its first-ever Technology Summit in the national capital, bringing together leaders from academia, industry, and government to drive innovation and national development.
The summit will be held at Leaders Lounge, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, starting at 9:00 AM.
🎓 High-Profile Dignitaries to Attend
The event will be graced by:
- Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Education Minister (Chief Guest)
- Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (Guest of Honour)
- V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras
They will address the gathering and share insights on India’s technological and educational future.
🌐 Theme: “From IITM. For Bharat. Building Together.”
The summit is centered around the theme “From IITM. For Bharat. Building Together.”, aiming to create a high-impact platform for collaboration across sectors.
It seeks to strengthen partnerships between:
- Academia
- Industry
- Government
to accelerate progress towards the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
🚀 Focus Areas of the Summit
The Technology Summit will bring together corporate CEOs, policymakers, PSU leaders, researchers, and funding organizations, including CSR and philanthropic institutions.
Key focus areas include:
- Deep Tech and Semiconductor innovation
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Sustainability and Healthcare Technology
- Entrepreneurship and Startups
- Skilling and Development
The primary objective is to translate cutting-edge research into real-world national impact through collaborative models.
🌟 A Step Towards India’s Innovation Future
This initiative by IIT Madras reflects a growing emphasis on innovation-driven growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and technology-led nation building.
The summit is expected to play a crucial role in shaping strategies that align research excellence with India’s developmental priorities.
