Bengaluru Tech Summit 2023:
- Fireside Chats and
Expert Speakers: An unmissable line-up fuelling Tech Conversations
- Bigger and Better: BTS
2023 boasts its largest-ever tech exhibition
- Chandrayaan 3 ISRO
Industry Pavilion: Unveiling the Next Frontier of Space Exploration
- Green BTS Initiative: A Bold Leap towards Environmental Responsibility in the Tech Sphere
Mumbai/Bengaluru, 25th November, 2023: Bengaluru Tech Summit 2023, organised by Department of IT, Bt, Government of Karnataka and Software Technology Parks of India, Bengaluru is one such a place where the pulse of global innovation beats strong, and boundaries are not just pushed but shattered. This year's theme, 'Breaking Boundaries,' sets the stage for a dynamic convergence of tech leaders, startups, investors, and research labs from 30+ countries.
Briefing the media today, Shri Priyank
Kharge, Hon'ble Minister for Information Technology & Biotechnology and
Rural Development & Panchayat Raj, Govt. of Karnataka shared exciting
updates on the much-anticipated Tech Summit.
26th Bengaluru Tech Summit is set to open with
the inauguration by Shri Siddaramaiah, Hon’ble Chief Minister of
Karnataka, in the august presence of Shri D.K. Shivakumar, Hon’ble
Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, and a distinguished gathering of
dignitaries including; Shri M B Patil, Hon’ble Minister for Large &
Medium Industries, Govt. of Karnataka; Shri N S Boseraju, Hon’ble
Minister of Science & Technology, Minor Irrigation, Govt. of Karnataka; Smt.
Vandita Sharma, IAS, Chief Secretary, Govt. of Karnataka; Dr. Ekroop
Caur, IAS, Secretary to Government, Dept. of Electronics, IT, Bt and
S&T, Govt. of Karnataka; Shri Shailendra Tyagi, Director, STPI-
Bengaluru; and Shri Darshan H.V., IAS, Managing Director - Karnataka
Innovation and Technology Society (KITS), Dept. of Electronics, IT, Bt and
S&T, Govt. of Karnataka."
The spectacular inauguration will also feature
international dignitaries such as Mr. Bagdat Mussin, Minister of Digital
Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry of Kazakhstan; Mr. Mark
Papermaster, EVP & CTO of AMD; a recorded message from Ms. Sari
Multala, Minister of Science and Culture of Finland; and a recorded message
from Mr. Volker Wissing, Minister of Digital Affairs and Transport of
Germany.
Adding to the grandeur, the event will host key figures from the Indian industry, including Mr. Rishad Premji, Executive Chairman of Wipro Limited; Dr. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Chairperson, Vision Group on Biotechnology, Govt. of Karnataka, and Executive Chairperson of Biocon Ltd.; Shri Kris Gopalakrishnan, Chairman, Vision Group on IT, Govt. of Karnataka, and Co-founder of Infosys; Shri Prashanth Prakash, Chairman, Vision Group on Startups, Govt. of Karnataka, and Founding partner of Accel Partners India; Ms. Nivruti Rai, Managing Director and CEO of Invest India; Shri BV Naidu, Chairman, Karnataka Digital Economy Mission; and Shri Arvind Kumar, Director General of Software Technology Parks of India (STPI).
Bengaluru Tech Summit 2023 will feature a diverse
and enriching Event Spectrum, encompassing a Multi-Track Conference on
IT & Electronics, Deep Tech, Start-Ups & Biotech, an International
Exhibition, Global Innovation Alliance, India-USA Tech Conclave,
R&D-Lab2Market, B2B Meetings, STPI IT Export Awards, Smart Bio Awards, VC
Awards, ATF Awards, Rural IT Quiz, Bio Quiz and Bio Posters.
An exclusive Fireside Chat, 'Legend, Legacy
& Leadership,' featuring Shri N.R. Narayana Murthy, Founder of
Infosys, in conversation with Shri Nikhil Kamath, Co-founder of Zerodha.
promising a deep dive into the legendary journey and leadership principles that
have shaped the tech landscape. BTS 2023 will have another interesting Fireside
Chat featuring Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Hon’ble Union Minister of
State for Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India. In an
insightful conversation, he will be joined by Ms. Jaya Jagadish, Country
Head and Senior Vice President of Silicon Design Engineering at AMD India,
offering a unique perspective on the intersection of government initiatives and
cutting-edge technology in India.
Some of the Key Dignitaries and Speakers
addressing year’s BTS include Dr. R.A.
Mashelkar, Former Director General, Council of Scientific and Industrial
Research (CSIR); Nobel Laureate &
American Biologist Dr. H. Robert Horvitz; among others.
The ITE & Deeptech Track will have some
interesting sessions like Opportunities for GCCs, AI, Technology for
Sustainability, Future Mobility, Cybersecurity & Cyberwarfare, 5G adoption
and future wireless technologies, Electronics & Semiconductors, Spacetech, Web 3.0, Animation, Gaming
& VFX. The Biotech Track will
have sessions focusing on areas like Biotechnology for a Fossil Carbon-free
Future, Synthetic Biology, Sustainable Food & Agri-Systems, preventing
tomorrow’s Illnesses and Keeping Epidemics at Bay, Investment in Biotech, Skill
Development, Policy & Regulators and the Future
Forward. The Start-up Track will include sessions
like Digital Public Goods, Idea to IPO, Emerging Tech, Fintech, Agritech 4.0,
Bharat Opportunity, and Startup India. Large delegations from the Global
Innovation Alliance (GIA) Partner nations are expected to participate
in the event. The GIA track in the Conference will have around 17 engaging
sessions curated by the partner nations & regions, including Australia,
Finland, Netherlands, South Korea, Denmark, Sweden, United Kingdom, France,
Israel, Poland, Austria, Germany and NRW, Japan, Switzerland, Lithuania and
EU. Senator Franziska Giffey, Senate Department for Economic Affairs, Energy
and Public Enterprises, Berlin; Dr. Stephan Keller, Mayor of
Düsseldorf, Germany; Mr. Victor Fedeli, Minister of Economy, Job
Creation and Trade, Ontario, Canada will be addressing in the GIA Sessions.
Further ministerial-led delegations are to be announced in due course. Various
Tech Nations will also showcase their tech prowess in the Exhibition, adding to
the event's vibrant international presence.
The third edition of India-USA Tech
Conclave will be a significant part of BTS 2023 and will aim at
creating a meaningful dialogue between the two nations. The conclave will focus
on enabling future innovations, thought exchange and creating strong
collaborations through session focusing on Commercial Space, e-Commerce, Supply
Chain & Logistics, Healthtech, AVGC and so on. The Conclave will be
inaugurated by the US Consul General Mr. Christopher Hodges, Mr. Alexander
Slater, Managing Director, U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC), and the Hon’ble
Minister Shri Priyank Kharge on November 29, 2023, between 03.00 PM to 03.50
PM.
The highlight of this year's Bengaluru Tech
Summit is the Chandrayaan 3 ISRO-Industry Pavilion, symbolizing India's
significant presence in space exploration. The pavilion not only showcases
ISRO's remarkable achievements but also emphasizes the crucial contributions of
SMEs, startups, and private industries in ensuring the success of the Chandrayaan-3
Mission. For the first time, a 1:1 scale model of Chandrayaan 3 Lander will be
on display. Also, in a specially erected geodesic dome, using AR/VR technology,
an immersive experience is created to learn about lunar missions, space
science, and technology behind Chandrayaan. Visitors can engage with
simulations for a fun and enriching learning experience.
Green BTS- this
year, Bengaluru Tech Summit has taken a significant stride by committing to
achieve Net Zero in the upcoming years. This ambitious goal involves
integrating eco-conscious practices in procurement to minimize waste generation
and establishing a Sustainability Advisory for various stakeholders. The focus
on key pillars such as carbon, water, energy, waste, food, and experience
underscores BTS's commitment to sustainability—a pioneering initiative and the
first of its kind event in India.
BTS Exhibition- the
tech marketplace will include Country Pavilions, IT & Biotech Majors,
Unicorns, Start-Ups, R&D Labs, Educational Institutes. Experience the
prowess of India's research and development with institutions like DRDO, ICMR,
CDAC, BIRAC, IIAP, IIIT-B, and NRDC participating in this technological
extravaganza. Rub shoulders with industry giants like Kyndryl, Infosys, Bosch,
Microsoft Startup, Cashfree, Builder AI, Biocon and many more, creating
unprecedented opportunities for collaboration. A showcase from Andhra Pradesh,
Karnataka, Maharashtra, that displays their tech prowess and Expo Pavilions
like STPI, ABLE, ELCIA, TiE Bangalore, i-BIOM, BBC, and Voice Consortium will
offer the tech disruptions of their members and clusters. Startups will again
be at the center stage showcasing the technologies that will deliver immersive
experience in the diverse sectors like Healthtech, Edutech, Agritech, Mobility,
e-Commerce, Rural Technologies and more.
The summit promises over 75 sessions, 400+
speakers, 350+ startups, 600+ exhibitors, and 20,000+ business
attendees—setting the stage for an unparalleled exploration of innovation and
collaboration.
The dates for the next two editions were also announced- November 19-21 in both 2024 and 2025. The early announcement of these dates will encourage international tech organizations to plan their participation well in advance. This is a testament to Karnataka’s continued commitment to the growth of the sector, while transcending national & international boundaries through collaborations.
About organisers of Bengaluru
Tech Summit (BTS)
BTS is organized by the
Department of Electronics, IT, Bt and S&T, Government of Karnataka, and
co-hosted by Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) and driven by members of
Karnataka’s Vision Groups on IT, Biotechnology, and Start-Ups. BTS is the only
event in India that has brought together leading cross-sectoral industry
organizations like NASSCOM, IESA, ABAI, ABLE, TiE, USIBC on a common
platform. The Event is curated by MM Activ Sci-Tech Communications.
For more details visit www.bengalurutechsummit.com