The GESIA Digital Management Conclave 2024, held on October 18, 2024, at the AMA, Ahmedabad, successfully combined the GESIA Digital Management Conclave, GESIA IT Awards, and Pitchathon 2024, showcasing the advancements and achievements within the IT and electronics sectors.
The inaugural session featured distinguished guests, including:
- Shri Dr. M K Das, IAS – Additional Chief Secretary to the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat
- Smt. Mona Khandhar, IAS – Principal Secretary, Department of Science and Technology, Government of Gujarat
- Mr. Stephen Hickling – British Deputy High Commissioner to Gujarat & Rajasthan, Government of the UK
- Shri Kishor Patil – Chair NASSCOM ER&D Executive Council Member and Co-founder, CEO & Managing Director of KPIT Technologies Limited
- Shri Raghu Panicker – CEO, Kaynes Technology India Ltd
- Shri Tushar Y. Bhatt, IAS – Managing Director, Gujarat Informatics Limited
- Dr. Rajul Gajjar – Vice Chancellor, Gujarat Technological University
- Shri Pranav Pandya – Chairman, GESIA IT Association
The event attracted key players from the electronics, semiconductor, and IT industries, both national and international, facilitating networking and knowledge sharing.
Event Highlights:
- 12 Knowledge Sessions: Conducted by distinguished experts across various domains, addressing current trends and challenges in the industry.
- Special Recognitions: 9 industry stalwarts from Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Vadodara, and Surat were honored for their contributions.
- Awards for Excellence: 31 GESIA Annual Awards were presented to organizations within the IT and electronics ecosystem of the region.
- Pitchathon Awards: 12 awards were given to promising startups from Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Surat, and Vadodara, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
“This year’s event was a testament to the remarkable growth and potential of Gujarat’s technology sector,” said Shri Pranav Pandya, Chairman of GESIA IT Association. “The collective efforts of industry leaders, innovators, and government support are propelling us towards a bright future.”
The GESIA IT Awards 2024 not only celebrated the achievements of the industry but also inspired future innovations and collaborations that will shape the digital landscape of Gujarat and beyond.
