ELCIA Tech
Summit 2026
Intellect. Insights. Impact.
A day of ideas, conversations and innovation that brought the technology ecosystem together.
Event date
10 SEPTEMBER 2026
The Oterra · Electronics City, Bengaluru
ELCIA Tech Summit 2026 has concluded — explore the conversations, people, ideas and experiences that shaped the summit.
ETS 2026 — The Experience
From powerful conversations on AI, manufacturing and quantum to healthcare, aerospace, urban mobility, startups and emerging technologies, ETS 2026 brought the ecosystem together for a day of ideas, insights and impact.
In The News
Featured across India's leading publications.
The third edition of India's signature tech gathering.
The third edition of ELCIA Tech Summit was presented under the theme "Intellect, Insights & Impact." The summit explored how AI, Robotics, Semiconductor innovation, Industry 5.0, Digital Transformation, and Human Creativity are shaping the future of business and society.
Hosted in India's premier technology manufacturing hub, Electronics City, Bengaluru, the summit brought together industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, startups, researchers, investors, and academia for a day of meaningful conversations and strategic collaboration.
3rd
Edition
1000+
Attendees
50+
Speakers & partners
Where the summit converges.
- 01Artificial Intelligence
- 02Robotics & Automation
- 03Biotech
- 04AI & Quantum
- 05Disruptive Innovations
The Conversations.
A look back at the ideas and discussions that shaped ELCIA Tech Summit 2026.
- 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Guest Arrival & Check-in
- 9:30 AM – 9:45 AM9:30 AM – 9:45 AM
Inauguration & Welcome
- Priyank KhargeHon’ble Minister for Home, IT, BT and e-Gov., Government of Karnataka
- Nandini BChairperson, ELCIA
- Bhawesh KumarChairperson, ELCIA Trust
- Dr. V VeerappanChairperson, ELCITA
- V Sriram KumarPresident & CEO, ELCIA
- 9:45 AM – 10:15 AM9:45 AM – 10:15 AM
Keynote — “Humans, Machines and Meaning 3.0”
- Anand AnandkumarCo-founder and CEO, Bugworks Research Inc
- 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Panel Discussion
“AI in Manufacturing”
Moderator: Latha ChembrakalamFounder, AutoAscend
- Aditi SharmaPresident, Chief Manufacturing Excellence Officer, Uno Minda
- Ravi RamaraoFounder, Mexo Technologies
- K. Bhavani ShankarHead Operations DMC, Yaskawa India
- 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Expert Panel
“Humans & AI, Force of the Future”
Moderator: Anjani GandhiFounder & CEO, The Bento Coach
- Praveen KumarGlobal Shared Services & Regional HR Leader, Momentive
- Sanjay KoppikarCo-founder & Chief Product Officer, EvoluteIQ AB
- Pankaj RaiGroup Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Aditya Birla Group
- 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Conversation
“Startup Ecosystem: Ace the Game”
Moderator: Anoop SrikantaswamyFounder & CEO, Moonrider
- Suresh NarasimhaManaging Partner, CoCreate Ventures
- Karthik PrabhakarManaging Partner, PeerCapital
- 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
Conversation
“Healthcare, AI and Innovation, Disruptive Tech”
Moderator: Kavitha GarlaEvents Curator / Moderator
- Dr. Uma NambiarCEO, Indian Institute of Science Medical School Foundation
- Madhur GopalVice President, Manipal Health Enterprises
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Networking Lunch
Innovation Zone exploration
- 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Interactive Session
“Mind vs Matter”
- Sanjay VSProfessional magician, Mentalist and Illusionist
- 2:30 PM – 2:50 PM2:30 PM – 2:50 PM
Expert Speak
“Tech-Convergence: Next is Now”
- Dr. G. V. V. Ravi KumarVice President & Head, Advanced Engineering Group, Infosys
- 2:50 PM – 4:20 PM2:50 PM – 4:20 PM
Sector Spotlights
“Bio Engineering & Smart Devices”
- Dr. Mohamed Adil A.A.Managing Director, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre
- In conversation with Nandini BDirector-Operations, Tescom
“Aerospace & Defence”
- Dr. S. DwarakanathDirector General, AIA
- In conversation with Sujaya ShashikiranChairperson, Hical Technologies
“Urban Mobility & Spaces”
- Srinidhi AnantharamanFounder & CEO, Geodesic Techniques
- Deepesh AgarwalCEO & Co-founder, MoveInSync
- 4:20 PM – 4:50 PM4:20 PM – 4:50 PM
Conversation
“Electronics City Rising, The GCC Goal”
- Dr. V VeerappanChairman, ELCITA
- Vishwas MudagalMD & Co-founder, Good Works
- 4:50 PM – 5:35 PM4:50 PM – 5:35 PM
Expert Panel
“Tomorrow’s Tech, From AI to Quantum”
Moderator: Vasant RaoPartner, Navigature
- Toshihiro SonodaCEO, Fujitsu Research of India
- Dr. Samartha NagabhushanamCo-founder & Co-Chairman, Eleos Social Inc
- 5:35 PM – 6:05 PM5:35 PM – 6:05 PM
Keynote
“Tech Next, Convergence in Technology”
- Kamal BaliPresident & MD, Volvo Group India
- 6:05 PM – 6:20 PM6:05 PM – 6:20 PM
Hackathon Recognition
- 6:35 PM – 7:50 PM6:35 PM – 7:50 PM
Bangalore Paradigm
A conversation on Bengaluru’s evolution, innovation ecosystem and what comes next.
- Ganesh KrishnanPartner – Growthstory.in
- In conversation with Vinay KumarCo-founder & CEO, Verbinden
The voices that shaped ETS 2026.
Industry leaders, innovators and technology experts who brought powerful perspectives to the summit.
Speakers
The Summit Has Concluded
One day. Powerful conversations. New perspectives. Real-world innovation.
ELCIA Tech Summit 2026 brought together industry leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers and technology experts to explore what comes next.
Theme
Intellect. Insights. Impact.
Date
10 September 2026
Venue
The Oterra, Bengaluru
Sponsors & Partners.
The organisations powering ELCIA Tech Summit 2026.
Co-host
Principal Partner
Strategic Partner
Industry Partners
Association Partners
Knowledge Partners
Event
Hospitality
Communication
The Journey So Far.
Two successful editions. One growing movement.
Experience Zone.
Where innovation moved from conversation to experience. Explore the technologies, products and live demonstrations that came together at ETS 2026.
The ecosystem that came together to shape what's next.
ELCIA Tech Summit 2026 convened the full spectrum of India's technology ecosystem, from policy tables to production floors.
Policy Makers & Thought Leaders
Shaped conversations on technology policy, innovation ecosystems, and digital transformation alongside influential industry voices.
Public Sector Leaders
Explored collaboration, innovation, and technology adoption that strengthen public services and industrial growth.
Business Leaders
Startup, SME, and enterprise leaders explored emerging technologies, strategic partnerships, and ideas that drive transformation.
Technology Professionals
Innovators, engineers, product leaders, researchers, and ecosystem builders connected around tomorrow's technologies.
Startups & Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs connected with investors, industry leaders, mentors, and partners while showcasing breakthrough innovations.
Academia & Students
Academia and students gained exposure to industry trends, emerging technologies, research opportunities, and valuable connections.
ELCIA Next-Gen
Innovative Tech Hackathon.
Recognising the next generation of builders, problem-solvers and innovators. Students, startups, researchers and innovators transformed real-world challenges into working technology solutions, guided by industry mentors and presented before leading technology companies.
Mentors
Industry Experts
Prizes
Cash + Visibility
Tracks
AI · Robotics · Chips
Hosted in Electronics City.
Hosted at The Oterra, inside India's premier technology manufacturing hub, Electronics City.
10 SEPT 2026
Hosur Road, Electronics City Phase I,
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560100