AI for Good Impact India

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18 October 2024

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10:00 - 18:00 IST, New Delhi

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All day

AI for Good Impact India marks the inaugural regional event dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within the AI for Good landscape. The event aims to provide a collaborative platform for knowledge sharing and the promotion of AI technologies that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The event will feature keynotes, panels, pitching competitions, and hands-on sessions designed to showcase innovative AI solutions and promote robust telecommunications frameworks and AI standards. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experts, share insights, and explore the latest technologies, ensuring they can effectively contribute to and benefit from the global AI ecosystem.

AI for Good Impact India will coincide with the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA-24) from 15-24 October 2024 and the India Mobile Congress 2024, from 15-18 October 2024.

LJ Rich

Inventor/Musician and International Broadcaster

Perfect Pitch Productions

World-renowned musician and BBC TV broadcaster LJ Rich presents on the international technology show, BBC Click. In the last year she's delivered lines at 75mph from the UK's tallest thrill ride, performed to a drone in the sea off the Welsh Coast - and learned to rap on camera thanks to a mind-reading AI headset. LJ's many innovative projects coupled with a wide knowledge of tech trends bring a unique spark to her professional speaking engagements. A highly accomplished pianist, she uses music to connect the emotional and rational minds of audiences, unlocking creative thinking and solving real-world problems. She believes AI/Machine Learning can be a companion to creativity and regularly uses it to enhance her original works. LJ also loves eating and singing, trains and planes, and solving difficult puzzles.

Ria Rustagi

Co-Founder and CEO

Neuphony

<span lang="EN-US">Ria Rustagi is a visionary entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Neuphony, a pioneering neurotech company. Her journey into the world of brain health and neurofeedback technology is deeply personal and driven by a family health crisis. Ria's sister was diagnosed with a brain infection, an experience that fueled her passion for creating accessible brain health solutions. </span> <span lang="EN-US">Ria co-founded Neuphony with her husband, Bhavya Madan, who serves as the CTO. Together, they have leveraged their expertise and dedication to revolutionize the field of brain health. Neuphony, often dubbed as the "smartwatch for your brain," offers cutting-edge EEG devices and personalized brain training regimens, promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma around mental health issues. </span> <span lang="EN-US">Ria Rustagi has an impressive educational background that has laid the foundation for her entrepreneurial journey in the neurotech industry. She holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore and another MSc degree from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) in Germany. These prestigious institutions provided Ria with a strong academic foundation in technology and innovation, equipping her with the knowledge and skills essential for her role as the co-founder and CEO of Neuphony. Her education has been instrumental in driving the development and success of Neuphony's advanced neurofeedback and brain health solutions. </span> <span lang="EN-US">Ria lived in Germany for seven years, where she gained valuable industry experience working at Infineon Technologies as a Physical Design Engineer for the automotive industry. Her role at Infineon involved working on cutting-edge automotive technologies, further honing her technical expertise and problem-solving skills. </span>

Safiya Husain

Chief Impact Officer & Co-Founder

Karya

<span lang="EN-US">Safiya is a global citizen with a diverse background in humanitarian work and research. With a childhood spent in post-conflict regions, she developed a deep passion for addressing large-scale livelihoods change through participatory solutions. Safiya has a bachelor’s in Anthropology from Sarah Lawrence College, where she continued her community involvement and interned with the UN. After graduation, she co-founded two companies in India before transitioning back to research and joining 3ie. Safiya furthered her research career with an MSc in Evaluation and Applied Research from Claremont Graduate University, during which she worked as an independent evaluation consultant for various international organizations. Later, she joined STiR Education where she led research and evaluation. Currently, Safiya is Co-Founder and Chief Impact Officer at Karya, where she leads their research and social mobility interventions. Safiya is passionate about using research to amplify community voices, and believes strongly in the transformative power of listening.</span>

Bilel Jamoussi

Deputy to the Director and Chief of Telecommunication Standardization Policy Department, TSB

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

A distinguished engineer, leader, and diplomat; multilingual standardization expert and holder of 23 patents, Tunisian born Dr Bilel Jamoussi is the Deputy to the Director and Chief of Telecommunication Standardization Policy Department at the ITU Standardization Bureau (TSB) in Geneva, Switzerland. His primary mission is to establish international standards to promote universal, meaningful connectivity and champion sustainable digital transformation. He also aims to intensify industry engagement, ensure inclusivity in standards development and adoption, and bolster cooperation with other standardization bodies. Additionally, he is committed to leading in emerging tech discussions, building strategic partnerships, and pursuing organizational excellence. Previously, he was the Chief of the Study Groups Department of ITU Standardization Bureau (TSB) from 2010 and until 31 August 2023. He has led the coordination of the bureau’s standards moving activities into a new era characterized by digital transformation that needs an increased collaboration with vertical sectors such as healthcare, transportation, utility, and banking. His innovative approach has served as a catalyst to launch new standards initiatives related to emerging technologies such as IoT, Blockchain, AI and Quantum, attracting a new wave of memberships from non-traditional players. A standout accomplishment of Dr Jamoussi is his effort in bridging the telecommunications and financial sectors. Through this, he paved the way for the creation of digital payments guidelines and standards that aim to foster financial inclusion on a global scale. Key achievements under his tenure have been important new standards while effectively managing staff by recruiting new talent, improving gender balance, delivering new work methods, and staying within budget. Prior to 2010, he worked in the private sector for 15 years and held senior executive positions such as Director of Standards for Nortel. In this role he participated in over 90 standards making bodies worldwide. In the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF), he authored a number of Internet standards. As an IEEE Senior Member, he was elected to the IEEE Standards Association (IEEE-SA) Board of Governors and the IEEE-SA Corporate Advisory Group. He holds a BSc, MSc and PhD degrees in Computer Engineering from the Pennsylvania State University, USA. In addition to his many accomplishments, Dr Bilel Jamoussi is a pivotal figure in the global ICT community. He is a sought-after speaker at tech events worldwide like the Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF), often taking the stage as a keynote speaker or panellist. His expertise and insights are in high demand by media outlets such as Financial Times, resulting in frequent interviews, podcast features, and media appearances. Bilel has lived in Tunisia, Canada, USA, and Switzerland, giving him a unique global viewpoint. He is fluent in Arabic, French, and English and speaks some Spanish and German.

Doreen Bogdan-Martin

Secretary-General

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Doreen Bogdan-Martin took office as Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on 1 January 2023. Ms Bogdan-Martin was elected as ITU’s first-ever female Secretary-General by Member States at the Union’s Plenipotentiary Conference in Bucharest, Romania. Ms Bogdan-Martin was previously the Director of the ITU Telecommunication Development Bureau. She took office on 1 January 2019, becoming the first woman in ITU history to hold one of the organization’s top elected management positions. <div>Ms Bogdan-Martin is a strategic leader with more than 30 years’ high-level experience in international and inter-governmental relations and a long history of success advising governments around the world on policy and regulatory issues.</div> <div></div> <div>From 2008-2018, she led ITU’s Strategic Planning & Membership Department. She was instrumental in establishing the Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development, on which she has served as Executive Director for more than a decade, and was an architect of the annual Global Symposium for Regulators, the pre-eminent global event for digital policymakers, as well as director of ITU’s first global youth summit, #BYND. She pioneered and oversees ITU’s ongoing contribution to the EQUALS Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age, and is leading ITU’s collaboration with UNICEF on the Giga project to connect all the world’s schools.</div> <div></div> <div>Ms Bogdan-Martin is a frequent speaker at top-level international policy events and has spearheaded ITU’s new Youth Strategy to more actively engage with the young people who are driving the next wave of digital transformation.</div> <div></div> <div>During her tenure as Director of BDT, she has led the implementation of a Results-Based Management system, improved internal accountability frameworks, and initiated a comprehensive review of reporting mechanisms across BDT’s global network of field and area offices, with a view to creating a more dynamic, responsive and fit-for-purpose organization.</div> <div></div> <div>Ms Bogdan-Martin holds a Master’s degree in International Communications Policy from American University in Washington, DC, post-graduate certification in Strategies for Leadership from the Institute for Management Development in Lausanne, Switzerland, and is certified in Accountability and Ethics by the United Nations Leaders Programme.</div> <div></div> <div>She is an affiliate of the Harvard University Berkman-Klein Center for Internet and Society, a Generation Unlimited Champion, and a Champion of the EDISON Alliance led by the World Economic Forum. She serves on a number of advisory bodies, including the Geneva-Tsinghua Initiative, the SDG Lab Advisory Board, the UN Technology Innovation Labs, and the Alumni Expert Council of the Internet Governance Lab of American University in Washington D.C. She is also a qualified amateur radio operator.</div> <div></div> <div>Ms Bogdan-Martin is married with four children.</div>

Seizo Onoe

Director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB)

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

<span class="ui-provider ur b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak" dir="ltr">Seizo Onoe took office as Director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB) at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on 1 January 2023.</span> Before his election as TSB Director by ITU Member States, he completed an over 30-year career with Japanese mobile operator NTT DOCOMO. In 2021, he became Executive Vice President and Chief Standardization Strategy Officer for the Nippon Telegraph and Telephone (NTT) Corporation and a Fellow of NTT DOCOMO, INC. From 2017, he served as NTT DOCOMO’s Chief Technology Architect and President of its subsidiary DOCOMO Technology. Between 2012 and 2017, he served as NTT DOCOMO’s Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President, a Member of the Board of Directors, and Managing Director of R&D Innovation Division. Earlier, he served as Senior Vice President and Managing Director of NTT DOCOMO’s R&D Strategy Department and Managing Director of the company’s Radio Network Development Department. As TSB Director, he heads the part of ITU responsible for the coordination of technical standards and collaborative standardization processes that enable the interconnection and interoperability of information and communication technologies (ICTs) worldwide. Mr Onoe is committed to facilitating open and inclusive standardization processes, along with promoting digital technologies to address global issues, building a new ecosystem that reflects evolving technologies, and strengthening cooperation and collaboration in ICT standardization worldwide. Known in the industry as “the father of LTE” (Long-Term Evolution), he helped upgrade the wireless broadband standard for mobile devices and networks. He now aims for global outreach to bridge standardization gaps, deliver the benefits of technology widely and speedily, and ensure meaningful and affordable broadband access for everyone. Mr Onoe holds a Master’s degree in electronics from the Kyoto University Graduate School of Engineering.

Tomas Lamanauskas

Deputy Secretary-General

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Tomas Lamanauskas is Deputy Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union, elected at the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference of 2022, and taking up duties as of January 2023. His 25 years of experience spans across sectors of telecoms and digital policy, regulation and strategy, stemming from executive level positions in agencies, companies, and organizations across Europe, the Middle East, the Caribbean and the Pacific region. As Deputy Secretary-General of ITU, Tomas focuses on the financial sustainability and operational excellence of the organization. He also works to raise the digital industry’s ambition in fighting the climate crisis through the Green Digital Action initiative and promotes investments into the digital infrastructure as well as digital resilience through the Digital Infrastructure Investment Initiative and other efforts. Additionally, Tomas contributes to the global efforts to harness the opportunities and mitigate challenges of new technologies, in particular Artificial Intelligence, including through his role as a co-chair of the United Nations Inter-Agency Working Group on AI. He is also playing a key role in ensuring ITU’s support to other UN-wide development and governance efforts, including through the World Summit of the Information Society process and membership at the Operational Steering Committee of the UN Joint SDG Fund. Tomas holds Master’s Degrees in Public Administration (Harvard), Leadership and Strategy (London Business School), Telecommunications Regulation and Policy (The University of the West Indies) and Law (Vilnius University).

H.E. Mr Jyotiraditya M. Scindia

Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region

Government of India

<div class="bod-block-popup size-m fade" data-transition="fade"> <div id="bodModalAriaContent51" class="bod-modal-content"> <div class="ituContainer"> Mr. Jyotiraditya M. Scindia has been recently appointed as the Union Minister of Communications; and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Government of India. He is a six-term Member of Parliament, which includes five terms in the Lok Sabha (2002-04, 2004-09, 2009-14, 2014-19, 2024-2029), and one term in the Rajya Sabha (2020-2024) representing the state of Madhya Pradesh. During the Lok Sabha 2024 elections and Vidhan Sabha 2023 elections, he was appointed as the star campaigner for Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state of Madhya Pradesh. He is also the Member of the BJP Election Management Committee and the Core Committee of BJP in Madhya Pradesh. </div> <div class="ituContainer"> From 2014 to 2020 he was the Member of the Congress Working Committee (CWC) and from 2019-2020 as the General Secretary of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) he took charge for Uttar Pradesh West. From 2014-2019, he was appointed as Chief Whip of Congress in the Lok Sabha and also served as the Chairman of the Election Campaign Committee during the 2013 and 2018 Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections. </div> <div class="ituContainer"> Mr. Scindia began his journey in public service in 2002. In his tenure as the Union Minister of Civil Aviation and Steel (from 2021 to 2024), Mr. Scindia played an instrumental role in incorporating substantial improvements in the aviation sector, enhancing connectivity and infrastructure across the country. His tenure saw initiatives aimed at modernizing airports and increasing accessibility to remote areas, thereby boosting economic growth and tourism. As Minister of Steel, Mr. Scindia has been pivotal in driving policies that strengthen the steel industry, ensuring it remains competitive on the global scale and contributes robustly to India’s economic framework. He also made dedicated efforts to boost the green steel sector in India. </div> <div class="ituContainer"> From 2007-2009, he served as the Minister of State for Telecommunications, Posts and IT; from 2009-2012 as the Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, and then, from 2012-2014 as Minister of Power (Independent Charge). Mr. Scindia’s tenure as Minister of State for Telecommunications, Posts and IT ushered in the transformational Project Arrow that modernized the Indian post offices through new branding and IT-enabled procedures. In his tenure as Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, he successfully brought down transaction costs in Indian exports at various levels – right from the stage of production to the end customer. Additionally, as Minister of Power (Independent Charge), he led the establishment of a unified transmission grid network i.e. One Nation One Grid with a 6-sigma reliability system, linkages for power plants, and resolved last-mile distribution issues in collaboration with State Governments. Mr. Scindia has also been a member of Parliamentary Committees on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports; Defence; Finance; Home and External Affairs. </div> <div class="ituContainer"> Mr. Scindia completed his schooling from the Doon School, Dehradun. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Harvard University, USA and an MBA degree from the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University, USA. Besides, Mr. Scindia has also worked at the United Nations, and as an investment banker at Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch. </div> <div class="ituContainer"> Apart from his political roles, Mr Scindia is passionate about education. He is currently serving as the President of the Board of Governors at the Scindia School (Gwalior), Madhav Institute of Technology & Sciences (Gwalior), and Samrat Ashok Technological Institute (Vidisha). He is also a Board Member for Scindia Kanya School (Gwalior) and Saraswati Sishu Mandir (Gwalior). </div> <div class="ituContainer"> With an avid interest in cricket, he has served as the Member of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and as the Chairman of the Finance Committee and Member of the Disciplinary Committee of BCCI. For two years from 2014-16, he was the Member of the Governing Council for the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has acted as the Former President and Chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) and also represented MPCA in the BCCI. </div> </div> </div>

Vandi Verma

Deputy Manager for Mobility and Robotics Systems

NASA JPL

Dr. Vandi Verma is a Robotics Principal Engineer and the Program Manager for Technology Infusion and Strategy Development at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology. She also serves as Chief Engineer of Robotic Operations for Mars Perseverance. Until recently she was the Deputy Manager for the Mobility & Robotics section where she led JPL roboticists developing new technology for future missions and working on a variety of flight robotic missions. She has worked on Space Robotics and AI research and technology development tasks and has designed, developed, and operated rovers on Mars, the Arctic, Antarctica, and the Atacama Desert. Robotics capabilities she has worked on are in regular use on the Perseverance, and Curiosity rovers, and in human spaceflight projects. She has been engaged in robotic operations on Mars since 2008 with the Mars Exploration Rovers Spirit and Opportunity, Curiosity rover, Perseverance rover, and Ingenuity helicopter.

Frederic Werner

Chief, Strategy and Operations, AI for Good, TSB

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

<p class="x_MsoNormal" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Based in Geneva, Switzerland, Frederic Werner is a recognized leader at the intersection of artificial intelligence, technology, and global development. As the Head of Strategic Engagement at ITU, the United Nations’ specialized agency for Digital Technologies, and Chief of Strategy and Operations for AI for Good, Frederic drives initiatives that shape the future of AI’s role in solving humanity’s greatest challenges.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">Frederic is a co-creator of the United Nations AI for Good Global Summit, a landmark platform connecting AI innovators with real-world problem owners to collectively advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Under his stewardship, AI for Good has become a global hub for innovation, collaboration, and actionable solutions, redefining how AI is used for social good.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">At ITU, Frederic leads transformative strategic initiatives, driving global collaboration in digital transformation and standards development to address critical challenges. His leadership ensures the organization remains a leader in setting international standards and leveraging AI to advance the SDGs.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">Before joining ITU, Frederic held pivotal roles that shaped global ICT collaboration. As Communications & Program Director of ETIS in Brussels, he established a pan-European network of CIOs and cybersecurity leaders. Earlier, as Head of Marketing and Communications at the European Organization for Conformity Assessment, he spearheaded capacity-building projects with the European Commission, strengthening ICT infrastructures in EU candidate countries.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">A recognized figure in the AI sphere, Frederic is a regular keynote speaker and panellist at global tech and AI events, such as Davos, Vivatech, SXSW, World AI Festival Cannes, AI Africa Expo, World AI Summit Amsterdam, AWS Reinvent and GITEX to name a few. His insights on AI capacity building, governance and standards have led to numerous interviews and features across international media, books, and podcasts.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">Academically, Frederic holds a B.A. in Business & Human Resources Management with a Communications Minor from Vrije Universiteit Brussel, an MBA in International Business from United Business Institutes, a Technical MBA in Telecoms Technology from Informa Telecoms, and a certificate from the MIT Sloan School of Management on AI’s Business Strategy Implications.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">Having lived in diverse countries such as Belgium, Senegal, the United Kingdom, the Philippines, Austria, Turkey, Hungary, and Switzerland, Frederic brings a unique and global perspective to his partnerships and collaborations.</p>

Jibu Elias

Country Lead for the Responsible Computing Challenge

Mozilla Foundation

Jibu Elias is an AI Ethicist, Activist, and Researcher, widely recognized as the foremost authority on India’s AI ecosystem. He is currently the Country Lead for the Responsible Computing Challenge at Mozilla Foundation and a Responsible AI Fellow with The Stimson Center. His impactful work focuses on constructing a unified AI ecosystem in India, with a strong emphasis on mitigating the digital divide created by AI technologies. He is actively engaged in developing inclusive AI ethics and governance guidelines to ensure the benefits of AI are accessible to all segments of society. Jibu Elias is also a distinguished member of influential organizations, including the OECD’s Working Party on AI Governance (AIGO), the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on AI, and one of the Founding Editors of Springer’s AI and Ethics Journal.

Manju Dhasmana

Senior Director of Corporate Social Responsibility

Microsoft India

Manju Dhasmana is the Senior Director, Corporate Social Responsibility at Microsoft India. She has nearly three (3) decades of multi – country social impact experience in Philanthropy and building public-private partnerships with organizations like Microsoft Asia, UNDP India, and Oxfam Great Britain. In her current role, she leverages Microsoft’s strongest assets –technology, community investments, people, and its voice – as a force for sustainable social impact and inclusive economic opportunities everywhere. A firm believe in partnering for good, her passion is to learn from peers and in a small way contribute to build alliances which are bigger than any one organization.

Ebtesam Almazrouei

Founder and CEO

AIE3

Chair of the AI for Good Impact Initiative

Dr. Ebtesam Almazrouei is a pioneering force in artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technology, with a wealth of experience spanning both government and the private sector. Her exceptional expertise in artificial intelligence, supercomputing, telecommunications, semiconductors, technology governance, advanced technology, and strategic innovation has positioned her at the forefront of AI leadership globally, earning recognition among <strong>H2o.ai's world's top 100 AI leaders</strong>. As a thought leader, entrepreneur, and patent inventor, Dr. Almazrouei has been instrumental in pioneering cutting-edge AI models and fostering global AI policy frameworks. Dr. Ebtesam Almazrouei plays a key role in shaping AI strategies and frameworks, and building international collaborations on a global scale. She serves as <strong>Chairperson</strong> of the <strong>United Nations AI for Good Impact Initiative</strong> and as a <strong>Senior AI Consultant</strong> for the <strong>International Telecommunication Union (ITU)</strong>, playing a critical role in <strong>shaping global AI policies, technology governance, and regulation frameworks</strong>. Dr. Almazrouei's exceptional contributions have garnered her notable honors, including the <strong>Leading AI Women in the World list</strong>, the <strong>Global Leadership Women in Tech® MENA Award</strong>, and a spot among the <strong>Top 100 Global Tech Speakers</strong>. She also holds various advisory roles and board memberships across various international organizations. As the <strong>CEO and Founder of AIE3</strong>, Dr. Almazrouei continues to drive AI innovation, developing scalable AI solutions, building capacity, and leading industry-wide advancements. She previously held senior executive roles, including <strong>Executive Director, Acting Chief AI Researcher,</strong> and <strong>Founder of the AI Cross Center Unit (AICCU)</strong> at the Technology Innovation Institute (TII). She established and led the AI Cross Center, driving strategic planning and development. Dr. Ebtesam Almazrouei directed and spearheaded the development of the <strong>Falcon Large Language Models (LLMs)</strong>—Falcon 7B, 40B, and 180B. These AI models have made significant strides in AI research and development in the world, particularly in open-source generative AI models. Additionally, she developed NOOR, the first and the largest Arabic LLM in 2022. Dr Ebtesam Almazrouei is the first Emirati woman to hold a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence for Wireless Communication Engineering and Computer Science. Her vision is to leverage AI to address global challenges and drive meaningful societal impact.

H.E. Mr. Neeraj Mittal

Chairman

Digital Communications Commission and Secretary, India

Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary, Department of Telecommunications, a senior Indian Administrative Service Officer of Tamil Nadu cadre, is a B. Tech in Electrical Engineering from IIT, Kanpur, MBA from Cranfield University, UK and Ph.D from Ohio State University, USA in Management Information Systems. He started his career as an IAS Officer in 1992. He has held various administrative positions in the fields of land and revenue management, mines and minerals, IT/Communications, e-governance. During his stint in Central deputation, he worked in Department of Telecom, Ministry of Commerce & Industry and Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas. While working as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, he was instrumental in rolling out the Cash Transfer program in LPG and ‘Give It Up’ campaign. He has also served as Senior Advisor to the Executive Director in World Bank in Washington DC. He held important positions of CEO of Tamil Nadu Industrial Guidance and Export Promotion Bureau, Additional Chief Secretary, Information Technology and Digital Service Department and MD & CEO, Tamil Nadu Urban Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation. He has several publications to his credit.

Alessandra Sala

Chair of AI and Multimedia Standards Collaboration, Sr. Director of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

Shutterstock

President, Women in AI

A research and scientific leader in Artificial Intelligence, Alessandra is the Sr. Director of AI and Data Science at Shutterstock. Alessandra has over 18 years' experience in research and innovation gained whilst working in academic and commercial environments. Alessandra is passionate in advanced analytics, machine learning, and computational models with the focus of transferring innovation from research to products. As Co-chair of the UNESCO Women for Ethical AI Platform and Global President of Women in AI (a non-profit do-tank working towards gender-inclusive AI that benefits global society) Alessandra is working with a strong community of women to foster diversity , inclusion and equality for women and minorities while encouraging a global ethical approach in AI. In an advisory capacity, Alessandra also serves as the Governance Committee Chair at the Science Foundation Ireland Center for Research Training in Machine Learning. Among several awards, Alessandra won the 2024 Grace Hopper and the 2021 XV International Prize "Le Tecno-visionarie" in the AI - Industrial Research category. In her previous role Alessandra was Head of Analytics Research at Nokia Bell Labs where she was leading research teams in several locations while driving changes across different activities like her contributions to the Nokia AI Ethics Advisory Board.

Kuljit Bhamra MBE

Composer, musician, CEO

Keda Music Ltd.

Kuljit is best known as a pioneer of Bhangra music and for his many collaborations with musicians from different cultures. He has worked on numerous film scores, including Bhaji on the Beach, A Winter of Love, Bend it Like Beckham and appearances in The Guru, The Four Feathers, Indiana Jones & The Temple of Doom, Dr Who TV Series, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory, and the music for Genshin Impact’s computer game Sumeru. Kuljit also performed as on-stage percussionist in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical Bombay Dreams. He went on to write the Indian music for the West End musical The Far Pavilions and later co-orchestrated the music for the stage adaptation of Bend it Like Beckham in which he also played tabla in the orchestra. Kuljit also composed the music for theatre shows A Passage to India and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. He has recorded and produced over 2000 songs and is the recipient of many awards including a platinum disc for outstanding record sales presented to him by the much-loved BBC Radio DJ, John Peel. Kuljit is passionately committed to promoting the understanding of Indian instruments, and broadening their use in all types of music. In his ongoing mission to Demystify Indian Music and Democratise Indian drumming, he created a universal Tabla Notation system which is now being used by composers and music students worldwide. Recently, he created Tabla Touch - the world’s first electronic tabla, which he developed in his company Keda Music. His cutting-edge projects and ground-breaking educational work earned him the prestigious honour of MBE in 2009, adorned to him by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Touradj Ebrahimi

Professor

Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Convenor of JPEG Group

<span data-contrast="none"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Touradj Ebrahimi is professor of image processing at Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) and active in teaching and research in multimedia signal processing. </span></span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span> <span data-contrast="none"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">He is the Director of Multimedia Signal Processing Group at EPFL. Since 2014, he has been the Convenor (Chairman) of the JPEG standardization Committee which has produced a family of standards that have revolutionized the imaging world. </span></span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span> <span data-contrast="none"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">He represents Switzerland as the head of its delegation to JTC1 (in charge of standardizing information technology in ISO and IEC) and SC29 (the body overseeing JPEG and MPEG standardization) and is a member of ITU as the main representative of EPFL. </span></span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span> <span data-contrast="none"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Prof. Ebrahimi is also involved in Ecma International as a member of its ExeCom. He serves as a consultant, evaluator, and expert for the European Commission and other governmental funding agencies in Europe and advises several Venture Capital companies in Switzerland in their scientific and technical audits. He has founded a number of startup and spinoff companies in the past two decades, including the most recent, RayShaper SA, a research startup company based in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, involved in AI-powered multimedia. </span></span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span> <span data-contrast="none"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">His areas of interest include image and video compression, media security, quality of experience in multimedia and AI based image and video processing and analysis. Prof. Ebrahimi is a Fellow of the IEEE, SPIE, EURASIP and AAIA and has been the recipient of several awards and distinctions, including an IEEE Star Innovator Award in Multimedia, an Emmy Award on behalf of JPEG and the SMPTE Progress medal.</span></span></span>

Pranav Vempati

CEO

Makers Hive

<span lang="en-US">Pranav Vempati is a thought leader and global speaker known for his insightful contributions to the technology sector. As the Founder and CEO of Makers Hive, Pranav is dedicated to creating innovative technologies that are both advanced and accessible, with a strong commitment to driving positive social change.</span> <span lang="en-US">Pranav’s journey was significantly shaped by two esteemed mentors: the Father of the Green Revolution, Bharata Ratna Dr. M. S. Swaminathan, and Padma Bhushan Dr. T. Ramasami. Their guidance inspired Pranav to leverage technology to address pressing societal challenges. This mentorship led him to focus on developing solutions that empower underserved communities, ensuring that innovation benefits those who need it most.</span> <span lang="en-US">In 2018, Pranav founded Makers Hive with the mission to make cutting-edge technology accessible to everyone. The company’s first product, KalArm, is India’s first and the world’s most affordable bionic hand. This groundbreaking innovation has significantly improved the lives of many by providing a functional, cost-effective solution for individuals with limb loss.</span> <span lang="en-US">Pranav and Makers Hive have received several prestigious accolades, including Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia, Forbes Asia 100 to Watch, GQ India’s 7 Most Influential Young Indians , and he was shortlisted for One Young World Entrepreneur of the Year Award.</span> <span lang="en-US">As a global thought leader and speaker, Pranav continues to advocate for the transformative power of technology in driving social progress. Under his leadership, Makers Hive is committed to developing affordable, innovative solutions that address deep-rooted societal challenges, ensuring that no one is left behind in the pursuit of a better future. His work exemplifies how technology can uplift and empower, making a profound impact on both industry and society as a whole.</span>

Sebastian Bosse

Head of the Interactive & Cognitive Systems Group

Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute (HHI)

Sebastian Bosse is head of the Interactive & Cognitive Systems group at Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute (HHI), Berlin, Germany. He studied electrical engineering and information technology at RWTH Aachen University, Germany, and the Polytechnic University of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain. Sebastian received the Dr.-Ing. degree in computer science (with highest distinction) from the Technical University Berlin in 2018. During his studies, he was a visiting researcher at Siemens Corporate Research, Princeton, USA. In 2014, Sebastian was a guest scientist in the Stanford Vision and Neuro-Development Lab (SVNDL) at Stanford University, USA. After 10 years as a research engineer working in the Image & Video Compression group and later in the Machine Learning group, he founded the research group on <a href="https://www.hhi.fraunhofer.de/en/departments/vit/research-groups/interactive-cognitive-systems.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Interactive & Cognitive Systems</a> at Fraunhofer HHI in 2020 that he has headed since. Sebastian is a lecturer at the German University in Cairo. He is on the board of the Video Quality Expert Group (VQEG) and on the advisory board of the Interational AIQT Foundation. Sebastian is an affiliate member of <a href="https://vista.info.yorku.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">VISTA</a>, York University, Toronto, and serves as an associate editor for the IEEE Transactions on Image Processing. Since 2021 he has been appointed a chair for the <a href="https://www.itu.int/en/ITU-T/focusgroups/ai4a/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ITU focus group on Artificial Intelligence for Agriculture</a>. His current research interests include the modelling of perception and cognition, machine learning, computer vision, and human-machine interaction over a wide field of applications ranging from multimedia and augmented reality, through medicine to agriculture and industrial production.

Ranit Chatterjee

Co-founder & CEO

RIKA

<p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Ranit Chatterjee is an architect turned disaster management professional with a doctoral degree in environmental management from Kyoto University, Japan. Having a work experience of over 12 years, he has been involved in various projects spanning from architectural planning & conservation to disaster risk reduction in countries across Asia such as India, Japan, Nepal, Laos, and so on. He has worked with UN organizations, national and local governments, the private sector, and academia in the past. Ranit is a visiting associate professor at Keio University in Japan. He is co-founder of RIKA India, a research-based startup to undertake research to bring evidence on disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation. In addition, he is one of the founding members of UINSPIRE Alliance, a network of young professionals to further science, engineering, technology, and innovation in the Asia Pacific region.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"> </span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Ranit is an IRDR Young scientist fellow (Integrated Research on Disaster Risk), a CEM member of the IUCN business and biodiversity group, and an Advisory member of UNDRR’s Stakeholder Engagement Mechanism (SEM).</span></p>

Geethanjali Radhakrishnan

CEO

Adiuvo Diagnostics

Geethanjali Radhakrishnan is an innovative entrepreneur with a strong focus on technology commercialization and impact-driven solutions. She holds multiple patents across various countries and has established strategic collaborations with global industry leaders. Her expertise lies in developing AI-enabled Opto-Electronic solutions, particularly for early disease detection in low-resource settings. Geethanjali is also expanding into other application areas, such as water quality monitoring, while integrating AI to enhance healthcare technologies. With a commitment to creating meaningful impact, she continues to drive advancements at the intersection of AI, photonics, and public health.

Prithviraj Pramanik

CEO

AQAI

Prithviraj Pramanik is the CEO of AQAI and a Ph.D. candidate at the National Institute of Technology Durgapur, researching cost-effective urban air quality measurement techniques using multimodal data. As a Fulbright Climate Fellow, he has collaborated with Argonne National Laboratory and the Discovery Partners Institute in the USA, focusing on city-scale air quality monitoring with low-cost sensors. He has authored numerous publications at prestigious conferences such as SIGCHI, WWW, AGU, and PerCom, as well as in leading journals like Transactions of Sensor Network and Knowledge-Based Systems. He also holds a pending patent on Crisis Mapping. As a recipient of the UNICEF Venture Fund, Prithviraj supports AQAI’s mission to democratize air quality data through innovative AI and data science solutions. AQAI’s platform provides high-resolution air pollution estimates and generates hyperlocal predictions using an open-source machine learning framework. A serial entrepreneur, Prithviraj previously co-founded a startup recognized as one of the top ten disaster management startups in India by the Government of India. Under his leadership, AQAI was selected as one of 30 global teams for the MIT Fuse 2023 program and received multiple grants from the MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund. Prithviraj has been a prominent voice in global forums, recently serving as a panelist at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) 78, where he discussed the role of youth in shaping a digital future. His work focuses on developing transparent, fair, and accountable AI systems to address critical global challenges, particularly in environmental health and resilience.

Sanya Chawla

Director of Health Systems Innovation

Qure.ai

Sanya Chawla<span class="x_apple-converted-space"> </span>is the Director of Health Systems Innovation at<span class="x_apple-converted-space"> </span>Qure.ai, a startup delivering cutting-edge AI solutions aimed at making healthcare more accessible and equitable. Focused on scaling AI-driven health solutions in under-resourced settings, Sanya has led transformative initiatives, including one of the first AI-powered integrated Lung Health screening programs in public health, which has screened over 250,000 individuals for TB and lung cancer across Asia and Africa. A Young India Fellow, Sanya has extensive experience in building multi-stakeholder partnerships with governments, NGOs, and private organizations to co-create and scale sustainable tech-driven solutions across sectors. She also serves on the board of the World Health Innovation Forum Society, where she advocates for responsible technology to address health inequities.

Sneha Basu Roy

VC & Startup Partnerships

Google India

Sneha works on VC & Startup partnerships, with a focus on the country’s Digital Public Infrastructure. In her previous role at Google India, she was leading Digital Capability Building & Research function for the India Agency Business. Having spent over 11 years at Google, she has worked across policies, product, sales, strategy, and now Partnerships. Prior to Google she worked on building psychometric tests at Randstad India. With Interests across the startup ecosystem, consumer psychology, brand strategy, and the strength of Digital Advertising, outside of work Sneha also works on upskilling NGOs on their Brand Strategy, and maximizing Digital Advertising to serve their cause.

Asit Kadyan

Dy. Director General (Security)

Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, INDIA

With nearly 30 years of experience in the telecom sector, Asit Kadayan currently oversees security matters in the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for the Haryana region. He previously held the position of Deputy Director General of the Artificial Intelligence Unit at DoT HQ and served as an Advisor on Quality of Service at the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), where he played a key role in promoting the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in the telecom industry. At TRAI, Asit focused on the regulatory supervision of Quality of Service (QoS) delivered by telecom service providers. He contributed to shaping crucial recommendations on QoS, Net Neutrality, Cloud Services, and implementing innovative tech-led solutions, including Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) for regulatory purposes. His expertise also extends to establishing national technical standards for the telecom sector on both national and international platforms. Currently, Asit leads DoT’s transformative initiative, Sangam: Digital Twin, aimed at leveraging AI-driven insights and advanced communication technologies to revolutionize infrastructure planning. He has been pivotal in executing a Proof of Concept (PoC) with Delhi Metro, utilizing telecom mobility data for precise and comprehensive metro network planning. Asit is now focused on expanding these insights to integrate mobility data from various sources, facilitating advanced planning through Digital Twin technology, and developing innovative use cases that leverage both Digital Twin and mobile networks across multiple sectors.

Mukesh Mangal

Deputy Director General

Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, INDIA

Mr. Mukesh Mangal belongs to the Indian Telecom Service (ITS) of 1991 batch. He did B. Tech in Electronics and communications. Presently, he is working as Deputy Director General in Department of Telecommunications. In past he has worked as Director in Ministry of Home Affairs. He has work experience of more than 31 years in internal security issues, cyber security and cyber-crime issues, technology deployment, service delivery, quality assurance activities in the field of telecommunications. Presently he is heading Digital Intelligence Unit of DoT to curb mis-use of telecom resources in cyber-crime. He has been instrumental in establishing various national level security projects like Telecom Security Operation Centre (TSOC) in the field of cyber-security, Sanchar Saathi portal, digital intelligence platform, Central Monitoring System and Internet Monitoring System for lawful interception.

Kumud Jindal

Assistant Director General

AI & DIU Wing, Department of Telecom

Kumud Jindal, an Indian Telecom Service officer from the 2018 batch, is currently making significant strides in the Digital India landscape through her work at the Artificial Intelligence and Digital India Unit (DIU) of DoT. Ms. Jindal holds an M.Tech degree from IIT Delhi and a B.Tech from NIT Hamirpur. At AI&DIU, Ms. Jindal is working on the Sangam Digital Twin project, a visionary initiative aimed at leveraging digital twin technology to revolutionize urban planning and infrastructure development. She has played an important role in development of ASTR, an indigenously developed facial recognition tool to weed out fraudsters from the digital ecosystem. During the COVID-19 lockdown, she played a pivotal role in the implementation of Bulk Migrant Tracking System (BMTS) that was a crucial in assisting migrant workers. Ms. Jindal has keen interest in exploring and integrating cutting-edge technologies like big data and AI into public service frameworks. Her work not only enhances operational efficiencies but also fosters inclusive growth and accessibility, aligning with her vision of using technology as a catalyst for positive change to achieve the vision of a digitally empowered society.

Mahaveer Singhvi

Joint Secretary

NEST, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

Mr. Mahaveer Singhvi, was appointed to the Indian Foreign Service (the diplomatic service of India) in the year 1999. Since then he has served in several important assignment in the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India including as Joint Secretary (New, Emerging and Strategic Technologies), Joint Secretary (Counter Terrorism), Joint Secretary (Central Europe), Director (SAARC, BIMSTEC and Border Connectivity), Director (East and Southern Africa), Director (Latin America and Caribbean), Director (Multilateral Economic Relations), Deputy Secretary (Technical Cooperation) etc. He has also represented India on several international forums during his various assignments in the diplomatic service. He is a regular speaker on diverse subjects at various national and international conferences, seminars and summits. Mr. Singhvi has been educated and trained at some of the world’s best institutions including the University of Oxford, UK, IIM, Ahmadabad, LBSNAA, Mussoorie, the ICAI, and University of Delhi, Rajasthan and Jodhpur. His qualifications include LL.B., ACA, ACS, ICWA, MBA, MBF, M.St. (Oxford) and B.Com (Hons). Mr. Singhvi has been bestowed with several laurels and accolades including the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India’s CA Achiever in Public Services and Business Leader in a Government Department Award and prestigious British Chevening Fellowship to pursue Foreign Service Programme (FSP) at the University of Oxford where he secured an ‘Overall distinction', an achievement described as “rare and laudable” by the University in a letter to the Government of India. He also secured University Gold Medal in his Graduation and Rajasthan Board Gold Medal for securing first rank among all the students in 12th Board Examination. He has also been honoured twice by the Governor of Rajasthan for his academic excellence.

Niraj Verma

Administrator (USOF- Universal Service Obligation Fund)

Department of Telecommunications, Government of India

Academic Profile ● Graduation (B.Tech) from IIT Kanpur (1990). ● Post Graduate from IIM Ahmedabad (2008). Past Work Experience ● Worked briefly at Bokaro Steel Plant, SAIL (1990-91) as Management Trainee. ● Worked in Dept. Of Telecommunication (DOT) (1993-94) as Asstt. Divisional Engineering (Technical) after qualifying in Indian Engineering Services (IES) through UPSC – 1992. Work Experience in IAS Joined the Indian Administrative Services (IAS) in 1994 in the Assam-Meghalaya cadre. Worked in the districts of NC Hills, Nagaon, Goalpara, Sibsagar and as the District Magistrate in Dibrugarh. Was posted as MD, Assam Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) and as Commissioner & Secretary/ Secretary in Industries, Information Technology, Agriculture, Science & Technology and Chief Minister’s office till 2011. Came to New Delhi on central deputation (Government of India) in August 2011. Joined Ministry of Road Transport & Highways as Joint Secretary. Was posted as Member (PPP), National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) from March 2016 to August 2018. Also held additional charge as Member (Finance) till December 2016. After November, 2018, was posted as Principal Secretary (Power), Government of Assam. Was also holding charge as Chairman of three power utilities for generation, transmission and distribution i.e. APGCL, AEGCL and APDCL. Held additional charge of Principal Secretary, Home & Personnel till November, 2023. Joined Center again on 22.11.2023. Presently working as Administrator, Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF), Department of Telecommunications.

Chang Yong Son

Director

National Radio Research Agency of the Ministry of Science and ICT, Republic of Korea

Dr. Chang Yong Son is a Director in the National Radio Research Agency of the Ministry of Science and ICT, Republic of Korea. He obtained his PhD in City, University London, UK, holding Certified Public Accountants in US. He served as an Expert on ICT and Development in United Nations of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP). Before join the UN ESCAP, he worked as a Director of MSIT and worked for communication regulatory institutions including the Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning, the Korea Communications Commission and the Korea Broadcasting Commission. He has an academic background in public administration (BA) and public policy (MA) in Korea. He awarded the ‘Republic of Korea Civil Servant Award 2023’, recognizing his contribution to ICT development and global cooperation. His interests fall within communication policy and social change, especially digital development, artificial intelligence, and spectrum management. In 2024, he published ‘<em>Digital Technology and Communication Policy in Korea: From Infrastructure to Artificial Intelligence’</em> in Lexington Books.

Bishakha Bhattacharya

Head of Public Policy

AWS India and South Asia

<span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Bishakha is Head of Public Policy for AWS in India and South Asia.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">In her career spanning over two decades, she has diverse experience across functions and organizations and has been engaging on policy and regulatory matters for over a decade - working with various key Ministries and States.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">In her current role, in AWS, she leads a team of public policy professionals, working on Digital, Cybersecurity and Privacy policy. She interacts with policy makers in the Government and regulators and is involved in AI initiatives, having served as a member of the MEITY committee on India AI FutureSkills. She is the co-chair of Assocham's National Council on Cybersecurity and Cyberlaw and co chairs USIBC's AI Task force. Along with her team, she has identified opportunities to partner with the Government on skilling, digitization initiatives etc. as the Public Policy team seeks to make an impact in the country with support from global and business teams.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">In her previous role in IBM, she worked extensively on Data Privacy and Trade issues, and spear-headed Government partnerships that included support to India's response to the pandemic. Prior to that, she was heading NASSCOM's Public Policy team, where she worked closely with the Indian IT sector as well as Tech startups on ease of doing business, IPR, Trade, Tax, Exports, Privacy and a whole gamut of issues representing the Industry in national and international forums. She was a country expert for UNCTAD from India for ecommerce.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Starting her career in the high-tech world of IC design and manufacturing, she has been involved in international technology transfer projects.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Bishakha is an alumna of IIT Kanpur. She is an Indian classical dance and music enthusiast.</span></span>

Evan Xiao

Vice President

Huawei Technologies

<span data-contrast="auto">Mr. Evan Xiao is Vice President of Huawei Technologies. He previously was the Vice President of Strategy and Business Development. He brings more than twenty years of experience in the ICT industry to this role.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":90,"335559740":360,"469777462":[3848],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span> <span data-contrast="auto">Since joining Huawei in 1998, Mr. Xiao has held a number of management positions across various R&D, Marketing, Strategy and Business Development. He has been appointed as Director of OSS & EMS of Fixed Network Product Line, Director of OSS & Service Marketing, President of Strategy and Business Development of Fixed Network Product Line, President of Strategy and Business Development of CNBG, President of the Strategy and Business Development Department of Products and Solutions.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":90,"335559740":360,"469777462":[3848],"469777927":[0],"469777928":[1]}"> </span> <span data-contrast="none">Mr. Xiao holds a Master of Computing science and technology degree from Nanjing University, and he also holds a MBA degree from Hong Kong Polytech University.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":90,"335559740":360}"> </span>

Nakul Prasad

Project Officer

WMO

Nakul Prasad specializes in hydrology, water resources, climate services, and the application of emerging technologies in these areas. He coordinates operational hydrology activities for Asia and the Southwest Pacific and supports global flood forecasting and water resources management initiatives. He serves as the Secretariat of the WMO Working Group on Digital Transformation for Hydrology and Water Resource Management, collaborating closely with other UN Agencies on the topic. Before transitioning to his current role, Nakul worked in the private sector, where he led projects focused on water treatment and integrated water resources management. He holds a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Surat, a Master's in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, and an Advanced Master's in Technology for Integrated Water Management from Universiteit Gent and Universiteit Antwerpen.

Atsuko Okuda

Regional Director

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific Bangkok, Thailand

Ms. Atsuko Okuda was appointed as the Regional Director in April 2020. Prior to the new assignment, she was the Chief of the ICT and Development Section of the ICT and Disaster Risk Reduction Division of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), in Bangkok, Thailand from 2015 to 2020. At ESCAP, she promoted the development of regional broadband connectivity and inclusive broadband through the implementation of the Asia-Pacific Information Superhighway (AP-IS) initiative. Before joining ESCAP, Ms. Okuda served the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) in Beirut as the Chief of the Governance and State building Section and as the Team Leader responsible for ESCWA Knowledge Management. Prior to it, she contributed to the Umoja project, the UN Secretariat ERP initiative, as Testing Manager at the Department of Management, UNHQ for 2 years. From 2002 to 2010, she was responsible for promoting a wide range of ICT for development initiatives at ESCAP and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) as Senior IT Officer. She started her UN career in the area of ICT for Development at the Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific, the Bureau for Development Policy and UNDP Country Office in Bhutan from 1997 to 2002. Ms. Okuda obtained BA from Kyoto University (Japan), MA from Helsinki University (Finland) and PhD from the United Nations University – Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (Netherlands). Her doctoral thesis focuses on the topic of e- governance in the context of anti-corruption efforts. Her academic articles on broadband and AI were published by the Lee Kwan Yew School of Public Policy. Among other publications and research papers, she was the author of a chapter on e-resilience in the 2018 UNDESA E- government Survey and various blogs on digital transformation at ESCAP and ITU.

Tim Curtis

Director and Representative

UNESCO New Delhi Regional Office for South Asia

On 2 October 2023, Tim Curtis (Australia) assumed the position of Director and UNESCO Representative for the UNESCO Regional Office in New Delhi covering Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, the Maldives and Sri Lanka. Prior to this appointment he served since January 2016 as the Secretary of UNESCO’s 2003<em> Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage</em>, overseeing both the statutory and operational dimensions of UNESCO’s global programme for Living Heritage. He has been working in the field of culture and sustainable development in diverse international contexts for over twenty-five years, of which twenty have been with UNESCO. He served as a UNESCO programme specialist for Culture in East Africa as well as in South East Asia from 2004 until 2016, Prior to his work with UNESCO he was involved in advocacy and academic work, and received a PhD in Cultural Anthropology from the Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies at the Australian National University, for which he did extensive ethnographic research among the Na’hai speakers of Malakula, Republic of Vanuatu.

Sreeram Ananthasayanam

Partner

Deloitte India

<span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Sreeram Ananthasayanam is a Partner with Deloitte India focusing on GovTech and Emerging Technologies. He leads the Digital Government Practice for Consulting and Space Sector for the firm.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Sreeram has 20+ years of experience. Prior to joining Deloitte in 2021, Sreeram was a Partner with PwC India for ~4 years focusing on a set of clients in South India predominantly from Public Sector. He led emerging tech across the country for the Government & Public Sector Practice and also co-led Blockchain Competency for the firm.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Prior to PwC, he set up and ran the Smart City Practice at IBM Middle East Africa based out of Dubai for ~4 years. He served clients in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, KSA, Qatar, Nigeria & South Africa. Sreeram also was the account leader for Smart Dubai and delivered marquee engagements in the areas of nextgen shared services and blockchain.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Before moving to Dubai, at IBM India, Sreeram led the Global Capability Center for Government & Education industry at IBM GBS across India, China, Philippines and Mexico. He was also a Global SME for Smart City and worked with clients across the world in Government, Education and Smart Cities.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Sreeram is a 'Thinkers360 Global Thought Leader' on Emerging Technologies, GovTech and Blockchain.</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">His key competencies are as under: </span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Public Sector, Government Industry, Education Industry, Smart City, Emerging Technologies (Blockchain, IoT, Drone, Spatial technologies etc.), Digital Government, SpaceTech, Consulting, SI – Offshoring, Operations management of GCCs.</span></span>

Bluwage

Transforming food with AI-powered clean cooking and smart nutrition

Bluwage

Bluwage is revolutionizing the food industry in India with its AI-powered cloud kitchen Web /App platform. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Bluwage ensures clean cooking practices in mess kitchens, providing nutritious meals with proper hygiene to foodies across the country. Through AI and IoT-enabled queue management systems, Bluwage efficiently manages queues in mess facilities, optimizing the dining experience for customers. Moreover, Bluwage utilizes AI to maintain hygiene standards in kitchens by analyzing multiple pictures and implementing corrective measures. By integrating these technologies, Bluwage not only addresses the challenge of clean cooking but also contributes to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) such as Zero Hunger (Goal 2) and Affordable and Clean Energy (Goal 7). With India being home to a significant population relying on traditional biomass for cooking, Bluwage aims to reduce this reliance through its innovative platform, promoting healthier and more sustainable cooking practices.

Karya

AI-powered earning and learning for low-income communities

At Karya, we are on a mission to bring AI-enabled earning and learning opportunities to low-income communities globally. Karya has built a one-of-a-kind digital work platform that divides AI-data tasks into microtasks and distributes them to individuals in need of supplementary income. Our platform has been used to distribute 40 million+ tasks to 35000+ people in India. Our platform and model allows us to provide our workers high wages - nearly 20 times Indian minimum wage.

Autonomous driving robot

The future of delivery

Neubility

Discover a more cost-effective, faster, and reliable delivery experience with our Autonomous Driving Robot and Robot Monitoring Systems. Our automated robot deliveries directly tackle rising delivery and last-mile costs for both businesses and consumers, offering potential savings of up to 60%. Always accessible and available on demand, our robots provide you with greater control over your operations, enhancing overall efficiency. Additionally, our delivery-as-a-service management platform automates fleet management and optimizes routes, ensuring a seamless and dependable user experience.

Clearbot Neo

The future of waterway cleaning

Clearbot

Clearbot is an innovative marine drone designed to clean up water bodies, particularly focusing on removing floating waste such as plastics and debris. Clearbot operates autonomously and uses artificial intelligence to navigate through water, identify trash, and collect it efficiently. It aims to address the growing problem of ocean pollution by providing a scalable and cost-effective solution that complements traditional cleanup efforts. Clearbot's design emphasizes environmental sustainability and aims to make significant contributions towards cleaner oceans globally.

Neuphony Headband

Unlocking the true potential of your mind

Neuphony

In 2016, Ria (Co-Founder and CEO) experienced the devastating loss of her older sister due to a rare brain infection. This heartbreak made her acutely aware of the gaps in medical science in India, particularly concerning the brain, one of the most vital parts of our body. <div></div> <div>Determined to make a difference, Ria embarked on a mission to advance brain health awareness and technology. Along with her husband, Bhavya Madan, she founded their company. Ria's background in Integrated Circuit Design from Singapore and Germany, combined with Bhavya’s expertise in Embedded Systems and neuroscience from Germany, enabled them to merge neurofeedback and meditation.</div> <div></div> <div>Their shared vision is to raise awareness about brain health with Neuphony, a Brain Wearable EEG Device. They aim to eliminate stigmas and foster a healthier future. Additionally, they provide a platform for researchers and developers to create brain-computer interface applications, driving innovation in the field.</div> <div></div> Together, Ria and Bhavya are committed to making significant strides in brain health and technology, ensuring a better tomorrow for all. Use the Neurophony hand band: <ul> <li>Step 1: Measure Your Brain Activity Put on the Neuphony headband, connect to our app, and start tracking your brain's performance in real-time.</li> <li>Step 2: Visualize and Train Engage with neurofeedback games to enhance your cognitive abilities. Monitor insights on focus, calm, mood, and PDR to boost your brain activity.</li> <li>Step 3: Track and Improve Pair your headband with the mobile app for performance scores or the desktop app for detailed reports, including EEG data and cognitive insights.</li> </ul>

Neuphony Flex Cap

Cap for EEG monitoring and neurofeedback training

Neuphony

In 2016, Ria (Co-Founder and CEO) experienced the devastating loss of her older sister due to a rare brain infection. This heartbreak made her acutely aware of the gaps in medical science in India, particularly concerning the brain, one of the most vital parts of our body. <div></div> <div>Determined to make a difference, Ria embarked on a mission to advance brain health awareness and technology. Along with her husband, Bhavya Madan, she founded their company. Ria's background in Integrated Circuit Design from Singapore and Germany, combined with Bhavya’s expertise in Embedded Systems and neuroscience from Germany, enabled them to merge neurofeedback and meditation.</div> <div></div> <div>Their shared vision is to raise awareness about brain health with Neuphony, a Brain Wearable EEG Device. They aim to eliminate stigmas and foster a healthier future. Additionally, they provide a platform for researchers and developers to create brain-computer interface applications, driving innovation in the field.</div> <div></div> Together, Ria and Bhavya are committed to making significant strides in brain health and technology, ensuring a better tomorrow for all. <ul> <li>Experience the pinnacle of EEG technology with our EEG cap, featuring exceptional signal quality and dry, flexible electrodes. This advanced device integrates seamlessly with EEG brain scan systems, providing accurate EEG monitoring for neurofeedback training. It’s a state-of-the-art biofeedback device that offers a step into the realm of mind control, enabling users to train and understand their brain’s activities with unparalleled precision.</li> </ul>

qXR

AI-powered solution revolutionizing lung diagnostics

Qure.ai

qXR, a CE MDR Class IIb certified and WHO-recommended AI tool, detects over 35 lung abnormalities, including TB and lung cancer, in under a minute. This accelerates diagnosis, optimizes care pathway, and improves patient outcomes, enhancing healthcare delivery in resource-limited settings. qXR is transforming traditional healthcare practices by leveraging advanced AI technology to enhance chest X-ray interpretation with exceptional accuracy and efficiency. Trained on over 5 million CXRs, qXR offers rapid and precise interpretations, facilitating quicker diagnostic and treatment decisions. This efficiency is vital in managing large patient volumes, especially in under-resourced settings characterised by substantial capacity and infrastructure deficits. By detecting a wide array of lung abnormalities, including TB, pneumonia, lung cancer, and COPD, qXR ensures comprehensive lung health screening. It’s hardware independence and interoperability allow for deployment in diverse healthcare environments, from urban centers to remote, resource-limited areas. Additionally, the integration with the Qure app, a workflow management platform, bolsters health systems by supporting integrated disease management. This combination enhances coordinated care pathways and improves patient outcomes by minimising loss to follow-up. Qure.ai is a healthtech startup that uses deep learning and artificial intelligence (AI) to make healthcare more accessible and equitable for patients worldwide. Our solutions power efficient identification and management of different respiratory, cardiovascular and neurocritical conditions such as tuberculosis (TB), lung cancer, and stroke to support healthcare staff improve patient outcomes. Our solutions are deployed in diverse geographical and vulnerable settings, featuring innovative deployment models for both communicable and non-communicable disease screening. Qure is deployed at 2,658 sites across 90 countries, impacting over 20 million lives. Our AI solutions are highly adaptable, functioning across diverse settings regardless of geography, internet availability, or hardware type. In 2023, Qure screened more than 1 million patients for Tuberculosis in Africa and 2.5 million worldwide, bringing AI-powered diagnostics to the world's most remote regions. These figures reflect countless individual stories—families and communities now imbued with hope and health through our partners' collective efforts. Deploying AI in areas lacking internet or electricity challenges us to innovate in product development and operationalization. We have alerted over 200,000 individuals to early signs of Tuberculosis, underscoring our commitment to making a significant impact where it matters most.

Ella

AI-powered robot barista

Crown Digital

<span lang="en-US">Meet Ella, the AI-powered robot barista designed by Crown Digital, which can brew 200 perfect cups of coffee per hour—four times faster than a human! Using premium Buscaglione coffee beans from Rome and fresh barista-quality milk, Ella delivers a flawless coffee experience every time. With a seamless automated ordering system through a mobile app, Ella simplifies your coffee experience. Plus, her state-of-the-art transparent OLED screen lets you watch your coffee being made while enjoying interactive content. </span>Ella isn't just fast—she's the future of coffee.

RoadVision AI

AI-driven road inspections for safer, sustainable infrastructure.

RoadVision AI

<span lang="en-US">RoadVision AI is a infra-tech start-up that creates safer and sustainable roads using cutting-edge technologies. Our road safety solution enables automated visual road inspection by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, digital twins, and GIS technology to optimize road maintenance process. Our unique value proposition is our proprietary AI Large Vision Model that automates the processing of road survey data simply from the digital video captured, which replaces the manual process of identification of road conditions.</span>

SAARAS

AI-guided music therapy

Wellth Solutions

<span lang="EN-US">Stress management is increasingly getting attention these days. Although stress has many contributors, its impact on a persons’ health is evident and shows up in respected assessments such as by Gallup</span><a title="Original URL: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#_ftnref1. Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmail.google.com%2Fmail%2Fu%2F0%2F%23_ftnref1&data=05%7C02%7Canjali.roy%40itu.int%7C6fbf6068be4e41e68ace08dcb6d68bd6%7C23e464d704e64b87913c24bd89219fd3%7C0%7C0%7C638586279783624613%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Yt0bDdEuVQ1r5DXzoW414ezKRC22ZQKzRAHxnmGezAk%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer"><sup><span lang="EN-US">[1]</span></sup></a><span lang="EN-US">. The idea that sound, in form of music can be utilized a form of therapy was understood from ancient times. We aim to create personalized music therapy by leveraging the advancements in AI, by artful combinations of musical elements in real time, with biofeedback. Once the baseline of music preferences is provided by user, such as genre/language/artist etc, our SAARAS platform will create a recommendation playlist, which will also learn and improve with repeat usage. Based on the recommendations, play engine will slow the beats or accentuate the instrumental effect or remove the vocals or a combination of all. To relay the music over BlueTooth, we have designed tactile sensors which are wearable and safe. Our inbuilt algorithms transform most music into tactile, haptic music in near real time without sacrificing fidelity. We also provide our own library of low frequency tracks which are proven for lowering stress and heartbeat levels. We have filed patents.</span> <span lang="EN-US">Further, accredited </span><a title="Original URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8439542/. Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fpmc%2Farticles%2FPMC8439542%2F&data=05%7C02%7Canjali.roy%40itu.int%7C6fbf6068be4e41e68ace08dcb6d68bd6%7C23e464d704e64b87913c24bd89219fd3%7C0%7C0%7C638586279783638853%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lKC0kseYAb8lxUabnPiJFAqMMgGRLy1VkdJRpAXerpA%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span lang="EN-US">studies </span></a><span lang="EN-US">have shown that accentuating auditory music with haptic vibration can greatly increase music enjoyment and immersion in those with hearing impairments. Hearing loss can make music harder to appreciate as perception of higher frequencies are lost, especially as one ages. Converting music to haptic vibrations can help them to ‘feel the music in their bones’, accentuating the auditory feel. </span>

Novae Avenue

Revolutionizing Road Safety

Papli AI

AI-based real-time road analytics system that delivers intelligence for safety and security in mobility. In today’s world, accurate and up-to-date road conditions, people movement, traffic flow are crucial for efficient transportation, navigation, and safety. However, the current solutions available, such as Google Maps and other navigation systems, fall short in delivering truly real-time data. These systems rely on static infrastructure, historical data, and aggregated user inputs, which often lead to delays and inaccuracies in reflecting the current state of the movement on roads. Our startup is revolutionizing road condition data by creating a dynamic network of dashcams that provide truly real-time imagery and information. Our innovative approach overcomes the limitations of existing systems and introduces a suite of new capabilities.

Haksh-E Social Robot

AI-powered robot for fun hand hygiene

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

<span lang="en-US">Haksh-E is an AI-powered social robot created by a team of researchers at AMMACHI Labs, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, to promote proper and effective hand hygiene among children. Designed with a friendly, child-like appearance and equipped with interactive capabilities, Haksh-E uses state-of-the-art conversational AI and gamification to communicate, teach, and encourage proper handwashing practices in children. The robot engages children through games and discussions, reinforcing good hygiene habits in a fun and educational manner.</span>

Sapling health monitoring system using drones

AI platform for crop analytics

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

<span lang="en-US">This advanced agricultural platform provides comprehensive crop analytics, including total crop counts and village-wise breakdowns, along with geotagged crop visualization on maps. Leveraging AI and cloud computing, it offers crop health predictions, all supported by multi-language accessibility.</span>

Bionic hand

Prosthetic with flexible metallic fingers

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

<span lang="en-US">Our advanced design at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham marks a major leap in prosthetic technology, aiming to closely mimic the natural movements of the human hand. The standout feature of our bionic hand is its flexible metallic fingers, which dynamically conform to the shape of any object, offering 3-4 times the load capacity of rubber-based hands. This is achieved through innovative soft robotics, enabling the hand to handle delicate items like eggs and heavier objects like water bottles. Additionally, the design is lightweight, ergonomic, and user-friendly, with controls via switches or myoelectric signals.</span>

Smart Socket

Bio Kinetics Lab

<p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Smart Socket utilizes novel sensors and adaptive control mechanism to enhance usage comfort by users using prosthetics. The present version uses smart socket for foot / leg amputee. The current product aims to promote inclusion by promoting inequalities resulting from disability. The product applies AI and Robotics based on data from user centric study and implement real time controls enhancing comfort while ensuring safety.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"> </span></p>

KalArm

India’s first bionic hand

Makers Hive

<span lang="en-US">Founded in 2018, Makers Hive is a technology company focused on delivering cutting-edge solutions to address real-world challenges. By targeting underserved communities, the company aims to bridge the gap between innovation and accessibility. </span> <span lang="en-US">Inspired by former President of India, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Makers Hive created <b>KalArm - </b>India's first and the world's most affordable fully functional bionic hand. KalArm sets a new benchmark in assistive technology, offering an unparalleled combination of advanced functionality and accessibility, transforming the lives of individuals with limb loss. </span> <span lang="en-US">Current bionic hands are often too expensive for most individuals with limb loss, limiting access to life-changing technology. KalArm overcomes this barrier by offering an advanced, affordable bionic hand, empowering users to regain independence and improve their quality of life. </span> <span lang="en-US">KalArm features 18 pre-defined grips, 6 customizable grips, and can lift up to 20 kg, offering versatility for daily tasks. It supports performance monitoring via a mobile app, over-the-air firmware updates, and customizable forearm fittings for optimal comfort and adaptability. </span>

Ottobot Yeti

A new era of autonomous delivery robots

Ottonomy

<span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Ottonomy is at the forefront of generalized AI for robotics. Our modular robots, already deployed in the US, Middle East and Europe are revolutionizing key industry players in healthcare, logistics, and hospitality. Our autonomous delivery robots can navigate complex environments, learn from experience, and perform tasks ranging from package delivery to patient assistance. Join us in shaping the future of robotics. Ottonomy has been listed as Top 50 Global Innovators in 2021 and 2023 by Robotics Business Review and is also winner of Sustainability Product of the Year by Business Intelligence Group.</span>

COBRA

Collapsed building search assistive robot

DTECH

COBRA is an innovative search robot designed to navigate through the rubble of collapsed buildings to locate victims. With its flexible, nature-inspired design, the robot has a potential to revolutionize search-and-rescue operations by reaching otherwise inaccessible areas, providing a lifeline to those in need when every second counts and at the same time reducing the risk of the responders to any unseen hazards.

Kaidoko

Personalised Al psychologist

Kaidoko is an innovative company rooted in research across Artificial Intelligence, Applied Data Sciences, Psychology, Pedagogy, and Relationships. Incubated by IHFC at IIT Delhi and backed by prominent organizations like DST, NASSCOM, and the Government of Haryana, Kaidoko aims to make mental health support more accessible, affordable, and efficient. Kaidoko's AI-Psychologist helps reach underserved areas as well lacking quality mental health counselors, addressing issues ranging from interest discovery, career guidance to serious concerns such as bullying, depression, stage fright, fear of failure, suicide prevention and more. Additionally, it offers employability enhancement programs and psychological data for organizational strategy and policy-making. Kaidoko launched a product in collaboration with MEITY at the G20 DEWG Conference, is available in over 15 languages and competes globally. Its solutions are used by Fortune 50 pharmaceutical companies, and Kaidoko promotes personal development for a happier and more positive life.

AQAI

AI-powered air quality for healthier communities

At AQAI, we have developed an AI-powered platform to monitor hyperlocal air quality, with a focus on PM2.5 levels, particularly in regions with vulnerable populations. By leveraging pre-trained models and remote sensing technologies, our platform providing precise pollution estimates at a hyperlocal level. It is designed to support humanitarian organizations, governments, and health institutions in tracking pollution levels and understanding the impact of air pollution on health outcomes, especially respiratory conditions. With support from the UNICEF Venture Fund, we have implemented the data pipeline and AI models for Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, in collaboration with the Breathe Mongolia - Clean Air Coalition, with further plans to scale.

Gardro

Assisting children with gardening

Freeman Robots

Gardro is a robot designed to assist children with gardening. We have developed Gardro to foster children's interest in gardening and related outdoor activities. Gardro assists kids with weeding tasks in their garden, while the connected mobile app provides a learning experience about the various stages of growing vegetables. By ensuring their involvement and decision-making throughout its use, Gardro puts AI in kids' hands without taking away their effort in gardening. Gardro is an AI tool that motivates kids to engage in gardening.

Adiuvo Diagnostics

Adiuvo Diagnostics is a technology-based social enterprise that focuses on creating platform technologies in the field of Opto-Electronics, with the objective of providing efficient assistance in early disease detection that is customized for low-resource settings. We have designed an innovative imaging device that can capture multispectral autofluorescence images. By utilizing machine learning algorithms on the spectral images obtained, this technology can assist in quick, label-free diagnostics. This groundbreaking technology has various applications, ranging from detecting pathogens to evaluating skin parameters and diagnosing cancer.

AQAI

AQAI is working on measuring air pollution, identifying sources, and inducing a community-led behavioral change in India's urban, semi-urban, and rural settings. Our innovation lies in the unique approach to combining AI-based monitoring to track community action and our “crowdsourcing game” to incentivize behavior change in young community members.

Qure.ai

Making healthcare more affordable and accessible through the power of Artificial Intelligence

Qure.ai is a health tech company that uses deep learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make healthcare more accessible and equitable for patients worldwide. Our solutions power the efficient identification and management of Tuberculosis (TB), Lung Cancer and Stroke to support clinicians and propel developments in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. We empower healthcare by helping to identify conditions fast, prioritize treatment planning and ultimately improve the quality of patient life.

AI for Sustainability

ESG software for finance and supply chains.

GreenFi

<p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">GreenFi’s AI for Sustainability is an innovative software solution designed to revolutionize ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) due diligence, risk management, and reporting processes for sustainable financing and supply chain management. This cutting-edge platform leverages artificial intelligence to automate data collection and analysis, enabling organizations to efficiently assess their ESG performance and compliance with regulatory standards.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">In today’s complex and fast-paced business environment, companies face increasing pressure to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and responsible practices. AI for Sustainability streamlines this process by integrating advanced algorithms that analyze vast amounts of data from various sources, providing actionable insights to identify potential risks and opportunities. The software supports organizations in conducting thorough due diligence, helping them to evaluate suppliers and partners against ESG criteria, thus ensuring a responsible supply chain.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">One of the standout features of this software is its risk management capability, which allows businesses to proactively monitor ESG risks across their operations. By identifying potential issues before they escalate, organizations can implement targeted strategies to mitigate risks, enhancing their resilience and sustainability efforts. Additionally, the platform provides robust reporting functionalities that simplify the preparation of comprehensive ESG reports, ensuring compliance with international standards and improving transparency for stakeholders.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">With AI for Sustainability, organizations can effectively align their financing strategies with sustainable practices, facilitating access to green investments and funding opportunities. The intuitive interface and customizable dashboards make it user-friendly for teams at all levels, empowering decision-makers to take informed actions based on real-time data.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Ultimately, AI for Sustainability equips businesses with the tools they need to navigate the challenges of modern sustainability, fostering a culture of accountability and driving meaningful progress towards a more sustainable future.</span></p>

Srikanth Chandrasekaran

Country Head – IEEE India

Global Practice Lead, Foundational Technologies, IEEE Standards Association

Sri has been associated with the IEEE since 2012 focusing on developing key standardisation programs in emerging areas focusing on building end-to-end trustworthy devices and systems with emphasis on cybersecurity, identity and privacy through his practice. Sri also heads the standardization efforts for the Asia Pacific region and leads Business Operations for IEEE’s office in India. Sri and his team in India also drive the IEEE Blended Learning Program (BLP) initiative, an eLearning platform, focused on bridging skills gap for students and lateral skilling of industry professionals. Prior to joining IEEE, Sri was associated with Freescale Semiconductor Inc. (formerly Motorola Inc.) for 17 years, managing a global Electronic Design Automation R&D team. Sri received the Accellera Technical Excellence Award in 2009 for his leadership and contributions to design automation standardisation. Sri holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from Madras University, India and Master’s degree in Electrical Communication from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India.

LJ Rich

Inventor/Musician and International Broadcaster

Perfect Pitch Productions

Ria Rustagi

Co-Founder and CEO

Neuphony

Safiya Husain

Chief Impact Officer & Co-Founder

Karya

Bilel Jamoussi

Deputy to the Director and Chief of Telecommunication Standardization Policy Department, TSB

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Doreen Bogdan-Martin

Secretary-General

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Seizo Onoe

Director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB)

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Tomas Lamanauskas

Deputy Secretary-General

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

H.E. Mr Jyotiraditya M. Scindia

Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region

Government of India

Vandi Verma

Deputy Manager for Mobility and Robotics Systems

NASA JPL

Frederic Werner

Chief, Strategy and Operations, AI for Good, TSB

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Jibu Elias

Country Lead for the Responsible Computing Challenge

Mozilla Foundation

Manju Dhasmana

Senior Director of Corporate Social Responsibility

Microsoft India

Ebtesam Almazrouei

Founder and CEO

AIE3

Chair of the AI for Good Impact Initiative

H.E. Mr. Neeraj Mittal

Chairman

Digital Communications Commission and Secretary, India

Alessandra Sala

Chair of AI and Multimedia Standards Collaboration, Sr. Director of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

Shutterstock

President, Women in AI

Kuljit Bhamra MBE

Composer, musician, CEO

Keda Music Ltd.

Touradj Ebrahimi

Professor

Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Convenor of JPEG Group

Pranav Vempati

CEO

Makers Hive

Sebastian Bosse

Head of the Interactive & Cognitive Systems Group

Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute (HHI)

Ranit Chatterjee

Co-founder & CEO

RIKA

Geethanjali Radhakrishnan

CEO

Adiuvo Diagnostics

Prithviraj Pramanik

CEO

AQAI

Sanya Chawla

Director of Health Systems Innovation

Qure.ai

Sneha Basu Roy

VC & Startup Partnerships

Google India

Asit Kadyan

Dy. Director General (Security)

Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, INDIA

Mukesh Mangal

Deputy Director General

Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, INDIA

Kumud Jindal

Assistant Director General

AI & DIU Wing, Department of Telecom

Mahaveer Singhvi

Joint Secretary

NEST, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

Niraj Verma

Administrator (USOF- Universal Service Obligation Fund)

Department of Telecommunications, Government of India

Chang Yong Son

Director

National Radio Research Agency of the Ministry of Science and ICT, Republic of Korea

Bishakha Bhattacharya

Head of Public Policy

AWS India and South Asia

Evan Xiao

Vice President

Huawei Technologies

Nakul Prasad

Project Officer

WMO

Atsuko Okuda

Regional Director

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific Bangkok, Thailand

Tim Curtis

Director and Representative

UNESCO New Delhi Regional Office for South Asia

Sreeram Ananthasayanam

Partner

Deloitte India

Bluwage

Transforming food with AI-powered clean cooking and smart nutrition

Bluwage

Karya

AI-powered earning and learning for low-income communities

Autonomous driving robot

The future of delivery

Neubility

Clearbot Neo

The future of waterway cleaning

Clearbot

Neuphony Headband

Unlocking the true potential of your mind

Neuphony

Neuphony Flex Cap

Cap for EEG monitoring and neurofeedback training

Neuphony

In 2016, Ria (Co-Founder and CEO) experienced the devastating loss of her older sister due to a rare brain infection. This heartbreak made her acutely aware of the gaps in medical science in India, particularly concerning the brain, one of the most vital parts of our body. <div></div> <div>Determined to make a difference, Ria embarked on a mission to advance brain health awareness and technology. Along with her husband, Bhavya Madan, she founded their company. Ria's background in Integrated Circuit Design from Singapore and Germany, combined with Bhavya’s expertise in Embedded Systems and neuroscience from Germany, enabled them to merge neurofeedback and meditation.</div> <div></div> <div>Their shared vision is to raise awareness about brain health with Neuphony, a Brain Wearable EEG Device. They aim to eliminate stigmas and foster a healthier future. Additionally, they provide a platform for researchers and developers to create brain-computer interface applications, driving innovation in the field.</div> <div></div> Together, Ria and Bhavya are committed to making significant strides in brain health and technology, ensuring a better tomorrow for all. <ul> <li>Experience the pinnacle of EEG technology with our EEG cap, featuring exceptional signal quality and dry, flexible electrodes. This advanced device integrates seamlessly with EEG brain scan systems, providing accurate EEG monitoring for neurofeedback training. It’s a state-of-the-art biofeedback device that offers a step into the realm of mind control, enabling users to train and understand their brain’s activities with unparalleled precision.</li> </ul>

qXR

AI-powered solution revolutionizing lung diagnostics

Qure.ai

Ella

AI-powered robot barista

Crown Digital

RoadVision AI

AI-driven road inspections for safer, sustainable infrastructure.

RoadVision AI

SAARAS

AI-guided music therapy

Wellth Solutions

Novae Avenue

Revolutionizing Road Safety

Papli AI

Haksh-E Social Robot

AI-powered robot for fun hand hygiene

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Sapling health monitoring system using drones

AI platform for crop analytics

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Bionic hand

Prosthetic with flexible metallic fingers

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Smart Socket

Bio Kinetics Lab

KalArm

India’s first bionic hand

Makers Hive

Ottobot Yeti

A new era of autonomous delivery robots

Ottonomy

COBRA

Collapsed building search assistive robot

DTECH

Kaidoko

Personalised Al psychologist

AQAI

AI-powered air quality for healthier communities

Gardro

Assisting children with gardening

Freeman Robots

Adiuvo Diagnostics

AQAI

Qure.ai

Making healthcare more affordable and accessible through the power of Artificial Intelligence

AI for Sustainability

ESG software for finance and supply chains.

GreenFi

Srikanth Chandrasekaran

Country Head – IEEE India

Global Practice Lead, Foundational Technologies, IEEE Standards Association

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