Srikanth Nadhamuni and Gayatri Chauhan share insights on the transformative power of emerging technologies for a sustainable future at L&T Technology Services’ marquee event

The third edition of Illuminate 3.0, a public forum hosted by L&T Technology Services (LTTS) in collaboration with National Institute of Engineering (NIE), brought together top thought leaders to explore how emerging technologies and AI shape a sustainable and inclusive future. The event, which saw Srikanth Nadhamuni, Founder CTO of Aadhaar, and Gayatri Chauhan, Founder and CEO of BuzzOnEarth, as key speakers, attracted a packed audience of engineering students, professionals, and industry experts.

The forum focused on the critical role of technology in addressing global challenges. Nadhamuni shared his journey in driving the success of Aadhaar, India’s digital infrastructure that has connected over 1.4 billion citizens. Chauhan highlighted the urgent environmental issues facing the world today, discussing how technological advancements could offer sustainable and inclusive solutions.

During a fireside chat moderated by Abhishek Sinha, Executive Director and President of Medical, Smart World & Functions at LTTS, the panelists discussed the transformative potential of cutting-edge technologies such as AI. The conversation centered around how these innovations will propel the next phase of growth for India while benefiting citizens on a large scale. The session underscored the importance of Purposeful Agile Innovation in advancing societal progress.

Abhishek Sinha remarked, “LTTS is proud to partner with NIE in celebrating engineering excellence. The energy I witnessed today among young engineers and technologists in Mysuru is inspiring, and it drives us to continue advancing technology and sustainability for the greater good.”

Rohini Nagapadma, Principal of NIE, noted the event’s growing impact, stating, “Illuminate continues to inspire and democratize knowledge, offering a platform for students and industry professionals alike to learn from leading experts. This event has become a key fixture in the intellectual landscape of Mysuru, fostering collaboration between academia and industry.”