National Technology Day, is celebrated annually on May 11 in India. This marks a significant milestone in the country’s technological and scientific advancements. The day is celebrated in the rememberance of India’s successful nuclear tests in Pokhran in the year 1998.
Here is what some of India’s technology industry leaders are saying on this National Technology Day
This National Technology Day we have witnessed how technology has empowered the evolving nature of modern warfare, placing drone technology at the forefront of defense strategy. Recent conflicts, including tensions along the India-Pakistan border, have highlighted how unmanned aerial systems are no longer optional—they are essential. Drones today are playing a pivotal role in surveillance and frontline intelligence gathering, helping our forces respond faster and more effectively while minimizing risk to human life. The growth of India’s indigenous drone sector highlights the need for ‘Atmanirbharta’ and positions the country as a global hub for drone technology innovation. We remain committed to building future-ready technology that empowers lives, and support India’s vision of technological sovereignty,” commented, Prem Kumar Vislawath, CEO and Co-Founder, Marut Drones.
Sajan Paul, Area Vice President & Country Manager, India & SAARC, Juniper Networks, said, “India’s rapid digital transformation is reshaping industries, empowering communities, and creating new opportunities for innovation and growth. From AI to cloud computing and next-generation connectivity, technology is becoming the backbone of progress. As networks grow in complexity and data demands increase, the need for smart, secure, and reliable infrastructure is more important than ever. National Tech Day is a reminder of how technology can drive meaningful change and support a more inclusive and resilient future.
At Juniper Networks, we are proud to support this journey. Our AI-native networking solutions help businesses, service providers, and governments stay ahead by making networks easier to manage, more secure, and ready for what’s next. With a strong focus on security, automation, and energy efficiency, we are working to ensure that digital progress is both impactful and sustainable. As a global core technology provider, we are also committed to driving innovation in partnership with a world class talent pool, further strengthening the sovereignty of India.
Looking ahead, our goal is simple. We aim to help build networks that are smarter, safer, and more adaptable. Networks that connect people, power innovation, and help shape a better tomorrow.”
Naveen Nahar, VP of Marketing, ACT Fibernet, commented, “National Technology Day is a reminder of how deeply innovation has become part of our daily lives. Whether we are working from home, streaming a show, chatting with our loved ones or helping our kids attend online classes, we rely on strong, dependable connectivity. The tangible progress in technology today is about making these everyday moments smoother and effortless — through networks that are faster, smarter, and built around people’s needs.”
Sriram Kannan, Founder & CEO, Routematic, said, “National Technology Day is a celebration of India’s spirit of innovation, a force that continues to shape a more sustainable and resilient future. This year’s theme, ‘Empowering a Sustainable Tomorrow Through Innovation,’ deeply aligns with Routematic’s mission. As we pioneer AI and data driven, eco-conscious mobility solutions, we witness every day how technology can reimagine urban transport, making it cleaner, smarter, and more efficient. At Routematic, we are proud to contribute to India’s technological evolution and remain committed to building solutions that not only move people, but also advance the nation toward a greener, more sustainable tomorrow.”
Ganesh Gopalan, Co-Founder & CEO, Gnani.ai, said, “National Technology Day is a celebration of India’s relentless pursuit of innovation, and a reminder of how technology can be a force multiplier for inclusive growth. Today, breakthroughs in Voice AI, multilingual large language models (LLMs), and agentic AI are empowering enterprises to build smarter, more human-centric solutions. From revolutionizing customer support and financial services to enabling real-time healthcare assistance in regional languages, AI is reshaping how industries operate and interact. As India’s digital ecosystem accelerates, it is crucial that innovation remains responsible, ethical, and tailored to local as well as global needs. At Gnani.ai, we are proud to lead this movement through deep tech innovation, pioneering cutting-edge voice and agentic AI platforms that combine scale, speed, and contextual intelligence to power the next generation of enterprise automation.”
Rupesh Kumar, Co-Founder & CTO, Suhora Technologies, said, “As we celebrate National Technology Day, we honor India’s remarkable journey in science and technology and its growing leadership on the global innovation map. Today, technology is no longer confined to research labs; it is permeating every aspect of our lives, from defence and national security to smart farming and sustainable cities to precision healthcare and digital finance. The space industry, particularly the downstream segment, is no exception. AI is now revolutionizing the way we process and analyze Earth observation data, making it faster, smarter, accurate and more efficient. Our platform, SPADE, is designed to harness this very potential, leveraging AI and deep learning to transform how satellite data is accessed, tasked, and analysed. As we move ahead in our tech innovation journey, we plan to introduce advanced features, including the use of Agentic AI and LLMs to automate satellite data access and processing through natural language commands, transforming workflows and accelerating real-world impact, from national security to disaster response. With India’s downstream space sector projected to reach USD 610 billion by 2031, we believe homegrown AI-driven innovations will be key to addressing such critical challenges and reinforcing the nation’s vision of technology-led inclusive growth.”
Karthik Rajaram, Area Vice President & General Manager, Elastic India, commented, “National Technology Day is a powerful reminder of India’s progress as a technology-first nation. As data volumes surge and AI adoption accelerates, organisations must effectively search, analyse, and act on their data in real time. At Elastic, we harness the power of search to solve complex problems across AI, security, and observability. We proudly support India’s innovation-led growth story by making data usable and actionable for everyone. Together, we can unlock new possibilities by transforming data into answers and actions, and drive meaningful innovation and outcomes with Search AI.”
Pinkesh Kotecha, MD & Chairman, Ishan Technologies, said, “India’s digital transformation is not just underway, it is accelerating with intent. Flagship initiatives like Digital India, India Stack, and the Smart Cities Mission are not merely laying the groundwork; they are architecting a future where technology powers inclusive, sustainable growth. As cities modernize, technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and edge connectivity are transforming urban India into intelligent, secure, and responsive ecosystems.
The projected $1 trillion contribution of AI to India’s GDP by 2035 is only possible if innovation is rooted in ethics. We must prioritize inclusivity, transparency, and resilience in AI deployment. Under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, India is not only striving for self-reliance, but it is also positioning itself as a global destination for digital infrastructure, from data centers to cybersecurity. Technology must ultimately serve as a bridge—closing the digital divide and empowering every Indian citizen.”
National Technology Day is a powerful reminder of how strategic innovation when driven by a clear purpose, can be a game-changer for our nation’s trajectory. At Fulcrum Digital, we view this day as reaffirming our mission to harness the convergence of AI, cloud computing, and emerging technologies to drive enterprise transformation.
Small and mid-size enterprises are now competing on the global stage, driven by India’s rapid advancement. AI is redefining business models, enhancing decision-making, and fostering inclusive growth. Our FD RYZE platform exemplifies this by enabling organizations to build intelligent ecosystems that are adaptive, scalable, and aligned with sustainable development goals.
However, as we integrate AI deeper into our systems, ethical considerations become paramount. We advocate for transparent, explainable, and unbiased AI systems that uphold the highest standards of integrity and fairness. At its core, this means creating technology that people can trust: systems that help doctors make more accurate diagnoses, enable farmers to make data-driven crop decisions, and support educators in personalizing learning for every student. When AI is built responsibly, it becomes a force that uplifts lives, bridges gaps, and ensures no one is left behind in the digital future.
India’s vibrant tech ecosystem, combined with its diverse talent pool, positions us uniquely to lead in responsible and inclusive tech development. As we commemorate this day, we remain committed to empowering businesses with intelligent solutions that not only solve complex challenges but also contribute positively to society at large,” said, Sachin Panicker, Chief AI Officer, Fulcrum Digital.
Vijayant Rai, Managing Director- India, Snowflake, comments, “On this National Technology Day, India stands as a beacon of technological innovation. Decades of scientific achievement converge with our pioneering spirit in artificial intelligence and digital transformation. In an era where AI and GenAI are fundamentally reshaping the fabric of industries, India’s competitive edge lies in relentless innovation, perpetual learning, and our commitment to upskilling our workforce. Snowflake’s commitment to India’s technological advancement extends beyond technology – we catalyze nation-building through strategic talent development. Through our collaboration with Nasscom’s FutureSkills Prime platform, we embark on an ambitious journey to skill 100,000 learners with advanced data and AI capabilities over the next two years. India’s journey from digital adoption to digital leadership lies in nurturing our people’s skills, enabling them to adapt, lead, and build a future where technology transforms lives for the better and catalyzes inclusive growth and resilience.”
This National Technology Day, we must look back at the remarkable strides India has made in technology and digital innovation, truly transforming the way businesses gain access to, and adopt technology. At Infor, we are proud to contribute to this journey through our continued investment in advanced, cutting-edge technologies like AI, cloud, and data analytics. India is not just a market to us – it is a technology development hub. Our Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad — Infor’s largest worldwide — stands as a testament to our long-term vision of India as a global leader for innovation. We recently opened another office in Hyderabad that can accommodate more than 300 employees, on top of our current 3500-employee GCC.
With an upcoming data center in the country in collaboration with AWS, we remain committed to empowering industries with purpose-built, cloud-based solutions that meet the dynamic needs of the digital economy. Our goal is to democratize technology, by embedding AI driven use cases —such as bid optimization for aerospace or price optimization for distributors—directly into our ERP solutions,” says, Ranga Pothula, SVP, Global Delivery Services, Infor.
On this National Technology Day, we honour the spirit of innovation that drives India toward a Viksit and Atmanirbhar Bharat. At RackBank, we believe that the backbone of this transformation lies in future-ready, sustainable digital infrastructure. Our AI-first, carbon-neutral datacenter initiatives are a testament to that belief—where high-density compute meets climate responsibility. By leveraging renewable energy, liquid cooling, and carbon removal strategies, we’re not just building datacenters—we’re enabling India’s green AI revolution. With strong policy support and India’s rising deep tech talent, RackBank is proud to power the India AI Mission, unlocking the potential of AI across critical sectors like healthcare, agriculture, and education. We are committed to building an intelligent, self-reliant, and sustainable digital India,” says, Narendra Sen, Founder & CEO, RackBank.
On National Technology Day, we reflect on India’s journey of innovation and reaffirm our commitment to a sustainable, technology-driven future. At Orient Technologies, we empower businesses with agile, efficient IT lifecycle services that optimize assets from acquisition to disposal, ensuring long-term performance, cost-effectiveness, and environmental responsibility. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We invest in developing tech talent in AI and cybersecurity, preparing them to lead in building a more sustainable digital world. We are aligned with IndiaAI Mission and contributing to mission-critical infrastructure alongside MeitY. We proudly support India’s vision of a resilient, future-ready Bharat that leads in global tech,” comments, Ajay Sawant, Chairman and Managing Director, Orient Technologies Limited.
On this National Technology Day, we honour the pulse of innovation powering India’s digital leap, especially in the fast-evolving AVGC-XR sector. At Aptech Ltd., we don’t just train students; we shape tomorrow’s creative technologists with cutting-edge skills in animation, VFX, virtual production, gaming, and digital content creation. Fuelled by landmark initiatives like the India AI Mission and future-focused skilling frameworks, the AVGC-XR industry in India is projected to grow further. The recent WAVES 2025 forum conducted in Mumbai, presided over by our Honourable Prime Minister is a testament to the commitment and potential of this industry. By spotlighting the 3 pillars of today’s Orange Economy through Content, Creativity, and Culture, the government and public are rallying behind this industry to make India’s Viksit Bharat vision a holistic success. With a powerful mix of policy push, infrastructure strength, and talent transformation, we’re building a creative economy that’s not only self-reliant but globally influential. Our journey has just started, and India is set to carve itself as the global hub for film production, digital content, gaming, fashion, music and live concerts,” comments, Abir Aich, Executive Vice President, Head Academics & New Technology, Aptech Limited.
On National Technology Day, we celebrate not just innovation, but also the infinite potential of human creativity made possible by technology. From enhancing everyday moments to addressing society’s most pressing issues, technology is the great equalizer – bridging gaps, driving development, and promoting a more inclusive future. As we push forward, we must continue to focus on building solutions that are not only cutting-edge, but also meaningful, sustainable, and readily available to all. True innovation is the use of technology to improve people’s lives, offer up new opportunities, and have a lasting impact on communities, industries, and generations to come,” says, Nishant Rathi, Founder & Director, NeoSOFT.
Nishant Patel, Co-Founder and CTO, Contentstack, said, “Tech isn’t just evolving, it’s reshaping how we live, work, and connect. From AI to composable architecture, we’re at a moment where innovation meets real-world impact. At Contentstack, we’re proud to be a product built in India for the world—proof that world-class tech can rise from here and scale everywhere. On National Technology Day, we honour the spirit of innovation that put India on the global tech map and celebrate the builders shaping the future with the same ambition and resolve.”
Sanket Atal, Managing Director, Operations & Tech, Salesforce India, said, “National Technology Day is not just a celebration of India’s technological milestones – it’s a reminder of our collective responsibility to use innovation as a force for sustainable and inclusive growth. As we move into an era powered by agentic AI, it is imperative that we ensure this progress is human-centered, ethical, and future-ready.
India’s youth are the architects of this future. To truly empower them, we must focus on expanding access to high-quality digital skills and building the confidence to lead in an AI-first world. At Salesforce, we’re contributing to this mission through platforms like Trailhead, which has helped millions across India learn in-demand skills.
As we work towards a Viksit Bharat by 2047, the real differentiator will not be how fast we innovate, but how intentionally we innovate—ensuring that technology serves society, preserves the planet, and uplifts every individual it touches. By combining public ambition, private sector commitment, and strong industry-academia collaboration, we can ensure that Indian youth are not only prepared for the future – they are building it.”
Sustainability is of strategic importance to global enterprises. The focus will be on using AI and non-AI systems to optimize resource usage, reduce waste, and improve energy efficiency. AI will augment existing solutions in telemetry and visual analytics for sustainability. However, the AI-Tech remains resource intensive. Energy consumption by AI and the proliferation of data centres are major concerns, and efforts are underway to make the AI stack more sustainable from silicon to software,” says spokesperson from Wipro.
Over the last year, India has made great strides in emerging technologies, particularly AI. The growth inevitably causes data explosion and a consequent surge in power consumption. At a time when every byte draws power, a robust data infrastructure becomes more than just a technical foundation – it becomes an imperative. NetApp’s Intelligent Data Infrastructure empowers businesses to act on this responsibility by reducing digital waste, optimising storage, and minimising energy consumption. The shift toward sustainability isn’t an add-on; it’s built right into how we store, manage, and scale data. For India, this is a defining opportunity, to lead the world in demonstrating that digital acceleration and environmental responsibility can grow in lockstep,” says, Puneet Gupta, Vice President & Managing Director, NetApp India/SAARC.
This National Technology Day, we must acknowledge the rapid pace of digital transformation in India, driven by AI, cloud, and automation, which are reshaping how we work, connect, and deliver services. The opportunities are immense, but with progress comes increasing complexity. Today, cyberattacks like business email compromise, social engineering, and AI-driven exploits are shifting focus to individuals rather than just systems, growing more sophisticated with each passing day.
Critical sectors, including BFSI and healthcare, are particularly vulnerable. A single breach in these industries can erode trust built over years, making it clear that cybersecurity cannot be an afterthought—it must be woven into the foundation of innovation. And that requires a renewed focus on awareness, training, and collective vigilance.
But the reality is, we’re facing a shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals in India and to bridge this gap, businesses must embrace flexible hiring models, including the ability to tap into global talent pools. At the same time, stronger industry-academia collaboration is critical to equip students with hands-on experience that prepares them for real-world attacks, not just theoretical scenarios.
At Sophos, we understand that businesses of all sizes—from SMBs to large enterprises—require scalable, practical security. Now, cybersecurity is not just a technical necessity; it’s a strategic enabler of growth and a cyber-resilient India,” says, Sunil Sharma, Vice President – Sales (India & SAARC), Sophos.
National Technology Day reminds us that the most significant advancements often come from cross-industry collaboration. Whether it’s applying aerospace principles to Energy or leveraging automotive technologies in Medical devices, breaking down silos and fostering knowledge sharing by accelerating the convergence of physical & digital world is crucial for driving innovation and solving complex challenges in India”, said Dr. T.C. Ramesh- Head, Innovation & Technology, Quest Global.
On this National Technology Day, we find ourselves at a critical inflection point where artificial intelligence is a present-day catalyst reshaping every layer of enterprise infrastructure. The demands of AI workloads, right from training large language models to deploying real-time inference at the edge are pushing the limits of what our data centres can handle. This is a matter of capacity, adaptability, resilience, and foresight, and Vertiv strives to support India’s data mission.
The infrastructure supporting AI must evolve just as fast as the technology itself. We’re seeing steep increases in rack densities, shifts toward liquid cooling, and the need for more responsive, scalable power systems. These are strategic imperatives for every organisation that intends to harness AI meaningfully.
India, with its deep talent pool and fast-growing digital economy, is uniquely positioned to lead in this transformation. But doing so will require continued investment in AI applications and in the foundational infrastructure that makes AI viable at scale. As we look ahead, the path to responsible and effective AI adoption lies in building systems that are intelligent by design and resilient by necessity. We’re proud to contribute to this momentum through our 360° AI infrastructure that helps enterprises build intelligent, efficient systems that unlock the full potential of artificial intelligence,” comments, Shrirang Deshpande, Country Head, Strategic Programmes, Vertiv India.
Amit Luthra, Managing Director, Lenovo ISG India, says, “On National Technology Day, we recognize AI as the driving force behind India’s next wave of digital and economic transformation. From BFSI to manufacturing and healthcare, enterprises are reimagining how they operate, serve customers, and innovate – powered by AI and data. As highlighted in Lenovo’s CIO Playbook 2025, 51% of Indian organizations are scaling AI initiatives to stay competitive in a fast-evolving landscape. But to truly unlock value, they need infrastructure that’s agile, intelligent, and scalable. Our next-generation, AI-optimized storage solutions including 21 new ThinkSystem and ThinkAgile models are designed to help businesses harness the full potential of their data across workloads, whether in AI, virtualization, or sustainable operations. Lenovo is committed to making AI smarter and accessible to everyone, contributing to India’s ‘AI for All’ vision and ensuring its benefits reach every industry and community.”
Piyush Agarwal, SE Leader-India, Cloudera, comments, “On National Technology Day, we celebrate the power of innovation and the transformative potential of data in shaping India’s digital future. As Indian enterprises accelerate their AI journeys, the ability to use data intelligently is fast becoming a core differentiator. With the rise of AI, particularly Agentic AI, there is a growing need to ensure that data strategies are not just scalable, but also secure, governed, and future-ready. Our recent study highlights this momentum, 84% of Indian organizations have implemented AI agents in the past two years, with 36% doing so in just the last 12 months. This upward trend is expected to continue, with 98% planning to expand usage and 78% targeting organization-wide deployment. In response, forward-looking businesses in India are adopting open data architectures to build resilient, insight-driven ecosystems. As technology continues to evolve, the synergy between data, cloud, and AI will play a defining role in enabling sustainable growth and global competitiveness for Indian businesses.”
Rikant Pittie, CEO and Co-Founder, EaseMyTrip, “At EaseMyTrip, we leverage AI/ML and data mining to transform travel operations, making extraordinary experiences accessible across India. As a technology-focused platform, we work towards providing seamless and customised services through innovations like predictive analytics for personalised recommendations, streamlined booking processes, real-time customer support solutions, and dynamic pricing optimisation. Through these technological initiatives, customers create lifetime memories while enjoying tailored travel experiences.”
Kartik Narayan, CEO- Staffing, TeamLease Services, “Technology is fundamentally transforming India’s blue-collar workforce, unlocking unprecedented opportunities for job creation, skill development, and financial inclusion. With over 450 million workers, this segment is witnessing rapid digitisation, from AI-powered hiring platforms reducing recruitment time by over 80%, to immersive AR/VR training cutting workplace accidents by nearly 30%. The surge in sectors like infrastructure, manufacturing, and quick commerce is driving demand for millions of skilled workers. However, bridging the skill gap and ensuring regulatory compliance remain critical. As India marches toward a $5 trillion economy, integrating technology with inclusive policies will be key to empowering blue-collar workers, formalising gig employment, and building a resilient, future-ready labour ecosystem.”
