It was an absolute honor to be invited as a guest speaker at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur on 23rd–24th August 2025. Being recognized with a Certificate of Recognition for sharing my views on the intersection of technology and entrepreneurship in shaping “Viksit Bharat @2047” was a deeply humbling moment.
Ideas Matter Most
The event was centered around the powerful theme – “Ideas Matter Most.” And truly, in today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, ideas are the currency of innovation. The discussions were not just academic, but visionary – driven by the passion of young minds ready to script the next chapter of India’s growth story.
Tech x Entrepreneurship = Bharat 2047
In my session, I touched upon:
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How India’s unique startup ecosystem can become the engine for inclusive and scalable innovation.
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The critical role of deep-tech in areas like AI, blockchain, and sustainability.
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How young entrepreneurs can align their ventures with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 – a developed, self-reliant, and globally influential India.
I shared lessons from my journey as the CTO at Judge India Solutions – both the successes and the failures – hoping they could serve as real-world anchors for the future leaders in the room.
A Word About IIM Sambalpur
The energy on campus was infectious. IIM Sambalpur is not just nurturing management talent but is actively shaping thinkers and doers. The students asked some of the most thoughtful, forward-looking questions I’ve encountered. It was clear – these young minds are not just job seekers; they are job creators in the making.
Gratitude
Thank you to the organizers and faculty of IIM Sambalpur for the warm welcome and for the recognition. Interacting with such bright minds gives me hope – and certainty – that the dream of Viksit Bharat @2047 is not just achievable, but inevitable.