IIT Madras Alumni to Host Sangam 2026 Conference on Self-Reliant India in Bengaluru
The IIT Madras Alumni Association will hold its annual Sangam 2026 conference on September 26 in Bengaluru, focusing on 'Atmanirbhar Bharat - Building a Self-Reliant India.' The event will gather policymakers, industry leaders, technology experts, and alumni to discuss India's growth in sectors like artificial intelligence, space, defence, digital payments, semiconductors, and infrastructure. Notable speakers include Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Defence Chief General N.S. Raja Subramani, and IIT Madras Director V. Kamakoti. The conference also aims to expand mentorship programs for future innovators.
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