Smt. Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister of Delhi, addressed a special session titled “Women in Tech: Diverse Minds, Disruptive Ideas” during the ongoing India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025. The session celebrated the pivotal role of women in India’s technology sector, underscoring themes of citizen-centric innovation and inclusive growth.
Empowering Women Innovators and Leaders
Chief Minister Gupta emphasized that empowering women innovators and professionals is vital for achieving balanced and sustainable digital progress. She urged industry and government stakeholders to build robust ecosystems that support mentorship, skilling, and entrepreneurship, enabling women to take on active leadership roles in India’s digital transformation.
Vision for Self-Reliance and Digital Growth
Highlighting the government’s focus on self-reliance across critical sectors such as defence and technology, she said, “The vision is clear; India should master its own semiconductors, build indigenous networking systems, and manufacture the highest number of mobile phones globally.” Gupta also stressed that courage, creativity, and innovation know no gender barrier, inspiring women to push boundaries in technology and leadership.
Engagement with Women Entrepreneurs at IMC
During her visit to various IMC 2025 pavilions, Smt. Gupta interacted with women entrepreneurs, researchers, and startup founders showcasing cutting-edge technologies in AI, IoT, robotics, and telecom. Her address resonated with the IMC 2025 theme—Innovate to Transform—affirming Delhi government’s commitment to fostering inclusivity, innovation, and citizen empowerment.
Conclusion
Smt. Rekha Gupta’s session at IMC 2025 reinforced the importance of gender diversity in technology and innovation. As India charts its digital future, the Chief Minister’s call for inclusive growth aligns with broader national goals of empowering women as key drivers of technology and economic progress.
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Source: PIB
