On the third day of India Mobile Congress 2025, Union Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, felicitated the IMC Awards winners at Yashobhoomi. In his keynote address, Dr. Pemmasani called upon Indian business leaders to be relentless in pursuit of innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven leadership to propel India’s economic transformation.
Recognizing Rapid Change and National Progress
Dr. Pemmasani underlined that India stands at a unique inflection point, transformed by rapid digital adoption and technological disruption. “India today is not the India of even five years ago,” he stated, emphasizing how businesses now thrive in an environment defined by innovation, global interdependence, and a drive toward sustainability.
Roadmap for Business and Social Responsibility
The Union Minister encouraged businesses to:
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Harness artificial intelligence,
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Prioritize research and development,
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Build workplace cultures that celebrate experimentation,
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Forge partnerships with startups,
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Mentor MSMEs,
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And align with government initiatives for holistic sector growth.
He underscored that the future belongs to ecosystems, not monopolies, and framed ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) as “the social contract of 21st-century business,” rather than just a compliance exercise.
Entrepreneurship, Excellence, and the Spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat: Business Leaders
Congratulating the IMC awardees, Dr. Pemmasani described the recognition as both an honor and a responsibility. He lauded the entrepreneurial spirit of those who dared to launch businesses, noting, “Ninety-seven percent of people who say they’ll start a company never incorporate, but you did.” He concluded his remarks with a rousing exhortation: “Stay hungry. Stay building. I see the architects of Atmanirbhar Bharat,” underscoring his vision for ‘Made in India’ to stand for quality, innovation, and global excellence.
Conclusion
The IMC 25 Awards highlighted not just achievement but India’s spirit of purposeful business. Dr. Pemmasani’s address set a forward-looking agenda for the country’s entrepreneurs—one rooted in collaboration, resilience, and the drive to make India a beacon of innovation for the world.
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Source: PIB
