Union Minister for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday said that there is need to take concrete steps to make the country developed by 2047. In his virtual address at the inaugural function of the IIM Nagpur’s ‘Zero Mile Samvad’, he said every one will have to take part in the drive as the masses are going to decide the future of the ‘Developed India’. “It is the Government who is going to decide the future of the country. The country’s common man is expected to play this role,” he said. The inaugural address set the stage for a transformative discourse of the much-anticipated Zero Mile Samvad – a Global Thought Leadership Summit. With a focus on propelling India towards its ambitious $5 trillion economy, this flagship event promises to be a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and actionable strategies. Earlier in his welcome address, Dr Bhimaraya Metri, Director of IIM Nagpur, spoke about various initiatives of the IIM.

 

In his keynote speech Prof. Vivek Wadhwa, CEO of Vionix Biosciences. Prof. Wadhwa emphasized the pivotal role of bridging academia and industry for mutual growth. The fireside chat led by CP Gurnani, Chairman, IIM Nagpur and MD & CEO, Tech Mahindra, navigated the roadmap for India’s economic triumph, highlighting the intersections of business, technology, and culture. Navika Kumar, Group Editor, Times Network and Editor-in-chief, Times Now Navbharat, championed women-led businesses, exploring pathways to overcome challenges and foster success. Simultaneously, a panel featuring Sandeep Tanwani, Global VP, Unilever and S Subramanyeswar, Group CEO, MullenLowe Lintas Group delved into the transformative power of AI in advertising and its role in achieving India’s $5 trillion goal.

 

Discussions on innovation and entrepreneurship by Nitin Jain, Co-founder and CBO of Business Prajakt Raut, Co-founder & Managing Partner, Caret Capital and Abhishek Pitti, Founder and CEO – Nitro Network and IBC Media ignited conversations on scaling ideas into reality and navigating responsible globalization complexities. Zero Mile Samvad transcends a mere conference; it stands as a beacon for collaboration and action. By converging diverse minds and perspectives, it aims to stimulate ideas, foster partnerships, and chart a course towards a thriving, sustainable $5 trillion India. As day two unfolds, the summit promises to spark further discussions, foster collaboration, and pave the way for India’s economic prowess.