Delhi’s power players convened as PM Narendra Modi met CEOs from India’s IT heavyweights, focusing on AI’s evolution aligned with intrinsic Indian values. The Thursday powwow set the stage for transformative tech initiatives.
C Vijayakumar, HCL Tech CEO, found Modi’s AI knowledge profoundly motivating, targeting superior global solutions. LTIMindtree’s Venugopal Lambu hailed it as his top inspirational exchange with leaders, debating tech’s sway over economy, health, and world motivation.
K Krithivasan of TCS stressed self-reliance and privacy in AI utilization. Srini Pallia from Wipro spoke of skill enhancement, bespoke apps, self-reliant infra, and international support. He referenced Modi’s UPI examples for fostering AI independence and exports.
Sridhar Vembu of Zoho appreciated the push for local problem-solving with inclusive AI. Jayakumar Janakaraj of Adani Connex relayed Modi’s simple yet profound view: develop AI as a culturally alive entity, not just backbone tech.
This high-level consensus marks a bold chapter for Indian AI. With CEOs galvanized, expect accelerated progress in ethical, homegrown innovations that could redefine global standards.

