Nasscom Technology & Leadership Forum (NTLF) 2025: Full Schedule

10:00am IST

Special Session I: Agentic AI: Balancing Risks and Rewards in the Era of Autonomous Intelligence

Monday February 24, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am IST

As AI evolves from tools to agents capable of independent decision-making, it brings immense potential for innovation and efficiency but also raises critical concerns about control, ethics, and unintended consequences. This session will explore the perils and promises of Agentic AI, focusing on: • Autonomy vs. Accountability: Ensuring responsible AI behaviour in autonomous systems. • Trust and Transparency: Building systems that are explainable, fair, and aligned with human values. • Opportunities Ahead: Unlocking Agentic AI’s transformative potential in industries like healthcare, finance, and mobility. • Risk Mitigation: Preparing for challenges such as bias, misuse, and loss of control.

Moderators

Neha Bothra

Associate Editor, Forbes India

I write on finance, global economy, interesting trends, companies, and regularly moderate power-packed panels, and interview influential industry leaders. I curate and host Forbes India's flagship video show called Pathbreakers with Neha Bothra. You can find my work here: https:... Read More →

Speakers

Nitin Seth

Co-Founder & CEO, Incedo

Nitin Seth is an accomplished technology industry leader with a unique combination of experiences as a Global Manager, Innovative Entrepreneur, Management Consultant, and Best-Selling Author.He is passionate about building and transforming businesses, driving innovation, coaching... Read More →

Senthil Ramani

Global Lead, Data & AI, Accenture

Senthil Ramani serves as the Global Lead – Data & AI for Accenture. In this role, he oversees data & AI strategy, services, investments and builds market-leading capabilities led by client value. He has extensive experience helping companies transform through technology—by developing... Read More →

Srikanth Velamakanni

Co-Founder & Group Chief Executive; Vice Chairperson, Nasscom, Fractal Analytics Limited

Srikanth is the Co-Founder & Group Chief Executive of Fractal Analytics Limited. Fractal is an AI firm that powers decision-making for some of the world’s largest and most admired companies on the planet.Srikanth serves as the Vice-Chairman of Nasscom, the apex body for the $250... Read More →

Monday February 24, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am IST
Boardroom I

Special Session

2:00pm IST

Special Session II: Women Leading the Charge in Emerging Tech

Monday February 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm IST

Boardroom I

The narrative of emerging technologies especially AI's future is actively being shaped, and women are at the forefront, not merely in supporting roles but as pivotal protagonists. This session will focus on the pivotal role of women leaders in shaping the future of emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, quantum computing, and more. It will explore their contributions, challenges, and the actionable steps required to amplify women's representation in tech leadership roles. • Closing the Gender Gap in Tech Leadership • Diversity as a Competitive Edge in Emerging Tech • Building a Supportive Ecosystem for Women in Tech

Moderators

Nirajita Banerjee

Head of Editorial and Community Management, LinkedIn India

Nirajita has nearly 15 years of experience of working at the intersection of media and tech. Starting her career in a traditional newsroom, she worked with newspapers, magazines, and online publications before joining LinkedIn 9 years ago. Currently, she leads a team of editors and... Read More →

Speakers

Anu Acharya

Founder & CEO, Mapmygenome

Anu Acharya is a visionary entrepreneur and genomics pioneer with over two decades of transformative contributions to the biotechnology sector. As the Founder and CEO of Mapmygenome, she has established the company as a leader in personalized health solutions, offering innovative... Read More →

Barbara Frei

Executive Vice President, Industrial Automation- Member of the Executive Committee, Schneider Electric

Barbara leads Schneider Electric’s global Industrial Automation Business and has served on the company’s Executive Committee since 2019.Barbara joined Schneider Electric in 2016 as Country President of Germany and expanded her scope to Zone President of DACH in 2017 (including... Read More →

Ratnaprabha Manickavachagam

Managing Director, Morgan Stanley

Head of Innovation for India and Asia at Morgan Stanley. Responsible for Innovation activities in the Asia region and Global technology process excellence. Joined Morgan Stanley in 2023. Worked in Societe Generale, Fidelity Investments, General Electric before joining Morgan Stan... Read More →

Sindhu Gangadharan

MD; Chairperson, Nasscom, SAP Labs India

Sindhu Gangadharan is among the leading voices in the world of technology today. Sindhu is widely regarded as the Technology Humanist – a title she earned for her deep-rooted belief in Technology and for leveraging Tech solutions for the benefit of the society at large.Sindhu holds... Read More →

Monday February 24, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm IST
Boardroom I

Special Session

2:45pm IST

Special Session III: Skills of Tomorrow: Adapting for the AI Agent Era

Monday February 24, 2025 2:45pm - 3:15pm IST

Boardroom I

As AI agents evolve to become integral to industries across the globe, the skills required to work alongside and manage these technologies are rapidly changing. This panel will explore how the ecosystem can collaborate to ensure a future-ready workforce. The discussion will focus on identifying the skills most in demand, innovative training methods, and strategies to address the challenges of upskilling and reskilling at scale.

Moderators

Ruchi Bhatia

South Asia Economy Editor, Bloomberg News

Ruchi Bhatia covers India’s economy and policy at Bloomberg News in New Delhi. In the last few years, she has chronicled the rise of Asia’s third largest economy and what makes it a bright spot in the gloomy world. Ruchi has extensively written about the shift in the services... Read More →

Speakers

Sreyssha George

Managing Director & Partner, Boston Consulting Group Bengaluru

Sreyssha George joined Boston Consulting Group in 2008 and has worked for the firm in Australia and India. She is a core member of the Technology, Media & Telecommunications and Financial Services practices, and works with clients located around the globe, leading engagements that... Read More →

Rajesh Nambiar

President, Nasscom

Rajesh Nambiar is the President of Nasscom since October 2024. With over three decades of rich experience in enterprise technologies, Mr. Nambiar is a veteran in the global technology landscape. He has played a pivotal role in driving digital transformations and building successful... Read More →

Sindhu Gangadharan

MD; Chairperson, Nasscom, SAP Labs India

Monday February 24, 2025 2:45pm - 3:15pm IST
Boardroom I

Special Session

3:30pm IST

Special Session IV: Next-Gen GCCs from India: Redefining Global Leadership and Innovation

Monday February 24, 2025 3:30pm - 4:00pm IST

Boardroom I

The Indian GCC ecosystem, renowned for its engineering prowess and digital-first mindset, is now driving organization-wide innovation across other GCCs, unlocking new markets, and managing business-critical global operations. With newer GCCs entering India, the next phase, often referred to as the GCC 4.0 wave, signals a maturity that transcends traditional roles, with Indian GCCs becoming strategic partners in global leadership and innovation. Anchored by pillars of talent strength, sustainable value creation, and networked globalization, Indian GCCs are not just sandboxing technologies—they’re architecting new dimensions of value, building niche competencies, and defining global benchmarks for leadership and transformation.

Moderators

Sujit John

Deputy Resident Editor; Editor, Times Techies, The Times of India

Sujit John is the Deputy Resident Editor of The Times of India, Bangalore, and the Editor of Times Techies, a dedicated platform for technology insights and stories. He has been with The Times of India for nearly 30 years, including nearly 25 years in Bangalore.In 2019, Sujit conceptualized... Read More →

Speakers

Sachin Kulkarni

President, Global Services and Head of Delivery - Financial Institutions Group, Fiserv

Sachin is responsible for Global Services, the engineering and innovation center for Fiserv, which provides financial technology solutions to clients globally. As the Delivery Head for the Financial Institution Group at Global Services, Sachin focuses across the portfolio including... Read More →

Neel Mehta

President, BCE Global Tech

Leads BCE Global Tech, the Global Technology Center in Bangalore, driving innovation in Telecom and AI.Brings over 25 years of experience in networks, B2B integration, microservices architecture and DevSecOps transforming global enterprises.Focuses on Gen AI, Agentic AI, Cloud... Read More →

Rajesh Nambiar

President, Nasscom

Monday February 24, 2025 3:30pm - 4:00pm IST
Boardroom I

Special Session