Mysuru: illuminate 3.0, a leading public forum by L&T Technology Services Limited (LTTS) and National Institute of Engineering (NIE) brought together leading experts to discuss the role of emerging technologies and AI in driving a sustainable and inclusive future.

Srikanth Nadhamuni, Founder CTO, Aadhaar and Gayatri Chauhan, Founder and CEO of BuzzOnEarth, shared key perspectives and experiences with a packed audience, including engineering students, practitioners and industry veterans, underscoring the importance of Purposeful Agile Innovation across domains.

Sharing real-life stories behind landmark breakthroughs, the event, like previous years, highlighted the ingenuity, perseverance and expertise of India’s talent base.

Srikanth Nadhamuni spoke about his journey in driving the success of Aadhaar, the unique digital public infrastructure project uniting 1.4 billion Indians.

Gayatri Chauhan touched upon the major environmental challenges and how technological breakthroughs can address the scenario in a sustainable and inclusive manner.

The panellists discussed on the need to scale modern technologies for the benefit of the maximum number of citizens.

At a fire-side chat moderated by Abhishek Sinha, Executive Director & President – Medical, Smart World & Functions, LTTS, the speakers expanded on their viewpoint, delving on how cutting-edge technologies, including AI, will spearhead the next phase of growth for the country.

The deliberation, which witnessed active participation from a full house at Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) Convocation Hall, underlined the impact and importance of engineering talent and technology innovation in shaping the 21st century.

Speaking on the occasion, Abhishek Sinha of LTTS said, “As one of the leading global engineering and technology service providers, LTTS is proud to partner with NIE in celebrating the true spirit of engineering excellence. The enthusiasm I witnessed among the young engineers, aspiring technologists and members of the public highlights the dynamic energy of Mysuru and encourages us to maximise the benefits for the society at large. LTTS will continue to champion such platforms to advance its commitment towards Sustainability and Technology.”

Dr. Rohini Nagapadma, Principal, NIE observed, “Rapid technology breakthroughs in recent times are proving instrumental in reshaping our ideas and perceptions. illuminate, by bringing together industry experts to share their viewpoint, continues to help democratise knowledge and inspires our students to aspire for greater achievements. As an outstanding instance of industry-academia collaboration, this marquee event has now come to define the intellectual calendar of the city of Mysuru and  serves as a beacon of excellence and inspiration.”