16 Mar 2024, Pune: Tech Saga 2024, one of the largest congregations of top technology leaders in the country hosted by CIO Klub Pune Chapter, commenced here in Pune today. The summit promises to be a unique platform for CIOs, IT leaders and technology visionaries to come together and chart future pathways for the tech industry in the country.
The summit opened with a soulful musical treat followed by an auspicious lamp lighting session and Ganesh vandana performance.
With over 160 technology leaders in attendance, the summit had Vice Admiral Raman Puri, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, as its Chief of Honour. Mr. Puri, in his comprehensive speech, emphasized the importance of leadership that stands steady under pressure and why strategic security and self-reliance are critical.
Anis Pankhania, President, CIO Klub Pune Chapter and Sr. Director & CISO, Capgemini, shared the chapter’s vision and summarized its work in the past year. Umesh Mehta, President, General Body, CIO Klub, gave the audience a rundown of the association’s programs, initiatives and engagements.
Ashok Jade, Global CIO of Kirlosker Brothers, member of the managing committee of CIO Klub Pune Chpater said, “The ‘K’ in CIO Klub signifies knowledge. We, at CIO Klub, firmly believe that fostering knowledge helps drive innovation within the whole ecosystem. The world of technology is perhaps evolving at breakneck speed today and it’s critical that we, as a community, create a conducive environment for ourselves to embrace change. We hope that Tech Saga 2024 becomes the go-to platform for the CIO community to confidently innovate and transform.”
The event has an impressive line-up of speakers throughout the day who cover a wide range of topics to give the attendees some valuable takeaways. The summit also hosts Ajinkya Dhariya, Shark Tank fame & Founder/CEO at PadCare Labs. Another key highlight of the event is the fireside chat session between Anita Bhogle, Author & Partner, Prosearch Consultants and Sajith Chakkingal, Head of Global Technology, TMF Group.
The CIO Klub is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to Chief Information Technology Officers, formed by CIOs and for CIOs, representing diverse industry verticals. With a democratically elected governing body and sixteen chapters worldwide, the CIO Klub is committed to knowledge enhancement, fostering collaboration, and organizing knowledge-sharing sessions. The Pune Chapter, with over 175 active members, continues to lead these initiatives.
