The third edition of ELCIA Tech Summit 2026 brought together industry leaders, technology experts, entrepreneurs, policymakers, researchers and innovators to discuss how an ecosystem-led approach can shape the next decade of business, technology and innovation, while positioning Electronics City as a stronger hub for Global Capability Centres (GCCs).
Held at Oterra, Electronics City, the day-long summit featured discussions spanning artificial intelligence in manufacturing, human-AI collaboration, healthcare, startups, aerospace and defence, urban mobility, quantum computing and technology convergence. Industry participants also showcased technologies and solutions, giving attendees an opportunity to engage with innovations shaping the future of manufacturing, automation and emerging technologies.
Opening the summit, Nandini B, Chairperson, ELCIA, highlighted the contribution of people who have shaped Electronics City and continue to drive its growth as one of Bengaluru’s most significant technology and industrial ecosystems. “Our greatest strength has always been the people who make it what it is,” said Nandini B, Chairperson, ELCIA, in her opening remarks. Her leadership comes at a time when the ecosystem is looking towards greater innovation, global connectivity and new opportunities for industry.
Kamal Bali, President & MD, Volvo Group India, delivered the keynote address on “Tech Next, Convergence in Technology,” highlighting the increasing role of technology convergence across industries.
A key session, “Electronics City Rising, The GCC Goal,” featured Dr V Veerappan, Chairman, ELCITA, and Vishwas Mudagal, MD & Co-founder, GoodWorks. The discussion examined how Electronics City can strengthen its position as a destination for GCCs, global businesses and innovation. It highlighted industry-led governance, talent, academia, infrastructure, safety, sustainability, local enterprises and last-mile connectivity as critical foundations for long-term growth.
Other sessions covered “AI in Manufacturing,” “Humans & AI, Force of the Future,” “Startup Ecosystem: Ace the Game,” and “Healthcare, AI and Innovation, Disruptive Tech.” Sector Spotlights focused on Bio Engineering & Smart Devices, Aerospace & Defence, and Urban Mobility & Spaces. The summit also looked at emerging technologies through “Tomorrow’s Tech, From AI to Quantum,” exploring the potential of AI, quantum computing and technology convergence.
ETS 2026 also marked the culmination of the ELCIA Next-Gen Innovative Tech Hackathon / Smart City Drone-AI Challenge 2026. After progressing from the Top 15 to the Top 5, finalists presented their solutions through physical demonstrations addressing real-world urban challenges using drones and artificial intelligence. The Experience Zone featured live demonstrations of technologies, products and solutions, allowing participants to engage directly with innovations beyond the conference sessions.
The summit concluded with “Bangalore Paradigm,” featuring Ganesh Krishnan, Partner – Growthstory.in, in conversation with Vinay Kumar Jagadeesh, Co-founder & CEO, Verbinden. With its third edition, ELCIA Tech Summit 2026 strengthened its role as a platform connecting industry, technology, entrepreneurship, academia and policymakers around the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of Electronics City, Bengaluru and Karnataka.
