Posted by Mumbai: Every year the National Technology Day, marked on May 11, remains a very significant day for tech leaders across organisations and businesses in India. It’s a day to remember and celebrate the efforts and achievements of scientists, engineers and their technological innovations in India.
Interestingly, these tech leaders, observe this day, May 11 with unique perspectives that are not just important for businesses across industries but also for the nation and its future ahead.
Celebrating innovations
“Our vision of engineering a better world aligns powerfully with the ethos of National Technology Day 2025: celebrating innovation that fosters sustainability, inclusivity, and progress,” says Warren Harris, CEO and MD, Tata Technologies.
“On this day, we celebrate the spirit of innovation that continues to drive India’s transformation. From the launch of BharatGPT, propelling India’s AI development, to becoming a global hub for digital payments and startups, our progress reflects both vision and execution,” says Karun Tadepalli, CEO and Co-founder, byteXL.
“On National Technology Day, we celebrate the power of innovation to bridge longstanding financial gaps and enable access at scale,” says Santosh Sahu, VP – Engineering, Moneyview.
Reliving India’s strides in science and technology space
“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,” says Ranga Pothula, SVP – Global Delivery Services, Infor.
“On National Technology Day, we celebrate India’s incredible journey in science and technology, a story of innovation, resilience, and a united vision for progress,” says Sooraj Balakrishnan, Associate Director and Head of Marketing, Acer India.
“This day is a reminder of India’s unflinching spirit to innovate, change and lead through technology,” says Sarvagya Mishra, Founder and Director – Superbot.
“National Technology Day is a powerful reminder of India’s progress as a technology-first nation. We proudly support India’s innovation-led growth story by making data usable and actionable for everyone,” says Karthik Rajaram, Area VP and GM – Elastic India.
According to Mohan Ramaswamy, Co-Founder and CEO – Rubix Data Sciences, this year’s National Technology Day, also marks the UN’s International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.
“Our country is making bold strides across sectors—from pioneering AI in healthcare and education, to achieving space docking missions and manufacturing our first semiconductor chips,” says Ramaswamy.
Interestingly, many of tech leaders in India are banking on the role and impact of emerging tech such as AI in driving innovation and transformation in India.
“Over the last year, India has made great strides in emerging technologies, particularly AI,” says Puneet Gupta, VP and MD, NetApp India/SAARC.
“On this day, we find ourselves at a critical inflection point where artificial intelligence (AI) is a present-day catalyst reshaping every layer of enterprise infrastructure,” says Shrirang Deshpande, Country Head –
Strategic Programmes, Vertiv India.
“On National Technology Day, we recognise 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,” says Amit Luthra, MD – Lenovo ISG India
“As highlighted in Lenovo’s CIO Playbook 2025, 51% of Indian organisations are scaling AI initiatives to stay competitive in a fast-evolving landscape,” adds Luthra, “But to truly unlock value, they need infrastructure that’s agile, intelligent, and scalable.”
Appreciating breakthroughs but understanding the impact
“National Technology Day is not just about celebrating breakthroughs, it’s about understanding their impact. Today, innovation must be both smart and sustainable,” says Alok Nigam, MD – Brother International India.
“On this 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,” says Piyush Agarwal, SE Leader-India, Cloudera.
According to Rubix Data Sciences CEO Ramaswamy, innovations in fintech are making financial services more inclusive, with voice-enabled UPI, AI-powered credit analytics, and multilingual digital assistants.
“India’s world-class Digital Public Infrastructure—Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker, and now voice-based platforms—is proving how scalable, inclusive tech can empower a billion-plus citizens,” Ramaswamy cites innovations in India that have made impact on people’s lives and businesses.
“On National Technology Day, it is important to recognise that innovation is not defined solely by the breakthroughs we achieve, but by how these advancements are deployed to shape integrated, sustainable systems,” says Mahesh Ramanujam, President and CEO, Global Network for Zero.
Enabling innovations with skilled talent, policies and initiatives
“India is uniquely positioned to meet the rising demand for skilled technology talent,” says Anuj Khurana, Co-Founder and CEO, Anaptyss.
A significant young population, initiatives like Atal Tinkering Labs, AI CoE, FutureSkills Prime and the ISRO-Young Scientist Programme, backed an agile National Education Policy, India’s talent ecosystem is consistently evolving to deliver next-generation, technology-led innovations, points out Khurana.
“These foundational developments are shaping India into a global innovation hub, especially in emerging sectors such as FinTech and RegTech,” adds Khurana.
Aligning with India’s growth and progress
“On this day, we reflect on India’s journey of innovation and reaffirm our commitment to a sustainable, technology-driven future,” says Ajay Sawant, Chairman and MD – Orient Technologies Limited.
“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,” adds Sawant.
“India today stands at the cusp of a technology-led transformation, where innovation is not just a goal but a national imperative,” says Vinay Chhabra, Co-Founder and MD – AceCloud, a brand of Real Time Data Services.
Citing the ICRIER report, Chhabra adds,” India has emerged as the third most digitalised country in the world, and is witnessing the rapid convergence of AI, cloud, and data technologies redefining industries and unlocking economic potential.”
Some words of caution
While, most tech leaders are hailing and celebrating the technological momentum that India has successfully achieved in past decades, a few tech leaders have cautioned on key areas that could challenge India’s future progress. Infrastructure, carbon emission, climate change, indigenous technology, cyberattacks, cyber resilience and shortage of cybersecurity professionals are among those key areas.
“This day is a timely moment to reflect on how infrastructure is evolving to meet the demands of a more dynamic, urban, and climate-conscious India,” says Sivakumar Selvaganapathy, VP – OpenBlue India Software Engineering and APAC Solutions, Johnson Controls.
“India’s ambition to add 500 GW of non-fossil energy capacity by 2030 will require infrastructure that is not only low-emission but also deeply connected and digitally optimised,” adds Selvaganapathy.
“For a truly Atmanirbhar Bharat, we don’t just need digital innovation—we need trusted, homegrown intelligence, says Raj K Gopalakrishnan, Co-Founder and CEO, KOGO AI.
“On this day, we celebrate innovations that drive progress and safeguard it. As India adopts AI, cloud, and digital transformation at scale, our collective focus must shift from reactive security to proactive cyber resilience,” says Anjali Amar, VP and Country Head, India and SAARC – Cloudflare.
“We must acknowledge the rapid pace of digital transformation in India, driven by AI, cloud, and automation that brings immense opportunities are immense, but with progress comes increasing complexity,” says Sunil Sharma, VP – Sales (India & SAARC), Sophos.
With cyberattacks becoming more sophisticated, targeting not just systems but individuals, Sharma points out that 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,” adds Sharma.
However, the fact is there’s a shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals in India. To bridge this gap, businesses must embrace flexible hiring models, including the ability to tap into global talent pools, concludes Sharma.