IIIT Bangalore Hosts Tech for a Better Tomorrow Conclave in Bengaluru

The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) Innovation Centre successfully convened "Tech for a Better Tomorrow," a landmark conclave that brought together industry leaders, technology innovators, and development sector experts to explore how emerging technologies can drive inclusive and sustainable social transformation.

The event provided a strategic platform for cross-sector dialogue, featuring keynote presentations, interactive networking opportunities, and two comprehensive panel discussions examining technology's pivotal role in addressing grassroots challenges and strengthening India's social impact ecosystem.

“In today's technology-enabled world, technology is playing a key role in impacting and transforming lives. Tech for Impact Conclave is an initiative to bring together the various key stakeholders and to discuss and deliberate on how we can collaborate to build and scale technology solutions so that we have a better tomorrow for all. Be it Healthcare, Environment, Equity, Empowerment and all the other SDG goals” – Dr. Lakshmi Jagannathan, CEO, IIIT-B Innovation Centre

Catalyzing Purpose-Driven Innovation

The conclave underscored the critical importance of collaborative innovation in harnessing emerging technologies—including artificial intelligence, advanced data analytics, and digital platforms—to create meaningful social change. Participants engaged in substantive discussions, shared compelling case studies from the field, and explored proven strategies for scaling impact through ethical, community-centered technological solutions.

Key Panel Discussions

Panel 1: Leveraging Technology to Strengthen and Scale BoP Initiatives

This strategic session examined how technology can be effectively deployed to empower Bottom of the Pyramid (BoP) communities across India. Distinguished panelists explored scalable business models, digital inclusion frameworks, and the imperative of contextual innovation in addressing the unique challenges faced by underserved populations.

Panel 2: Synergizing Efforts to Build a Robust Social Impact Sector

This forward-looking discussion highlighted the essential need for strategic collaboration across corporate social responsibility (CSR), government agencies, and civil society organizations to create a resilient and high-impact development ecosystem. Speakers emphasized the importance of establishing shared measurement frameworks, implementing data-driven decision-making processes, and fostering sustainable long-term partnerships.

Distinguished Speakers:

The conclave featured an exceptional lineup of thought leaders and practitioners:

- Manoj Balachandran – Business Unit Head, Mu Sigma

- Shwetanjali K– CSR Head, Siemens Healthineers

- Abhishek Ranjan – Director & Global Head – ESG, Brillio

- Gurusomayaji M – Program Manager – CSR, Juniper Networks

- Anil Misquith – Advisor, ACCORD

- Surendran M Krishnan – Manager – CSR, CGI India

- Sashi Rajamani – Chairperson, SVP India

- Rupali Ramesh Patil – CIO, Global Synergies

- Dr. Ganesanram K– Vice President & Global Head, [24]7.ai

- Aditi Pandey– Head of Strategic Partnerships and Communication, CDD India