ESTIC 2026 concluded with Dr. Jitendra Singh’s call for technological transformation.

Electronic Systems Trade Industry Conference (ESTIC) 2026, held this year in the country’s major urban centre, attracted more than 2,500 participants. The forum saw India’s leading technology companies, start‑ups, academic institutions and government bodies showcase their latest products, solutions and research. The conference’s primary aim was to strengthen digital infrastructure and promote collaboration in areas such as mechatronics, artificial intelligence, and sustainable energy solutions. This year’s ESTIC witnessed greater international participation than previous editions, with major technology providers from the Asia‑Pacific, Europe and USA, thereby reinforcing India’s global standing on the technology stage.

During the closing ceremony, Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh delivered the keynote address, emphasizing the need to establish technology as a key engine of social transformation. He stated that only by strengthening digital literacy, data security, and innovation‑driven regulatory frameworks can India become a leader in the global digital economy. His call included clear directives to expand high‑speed internet in rural areas, adopt AI‑based healthcare solutions, and adopt clean energy technologies as scalable models.

With the conclusion of ESTIC 2026, several agreements and collaborative initiatives emerged. Leading start‑ups announced joint projects with large industrial groups, including a 10 gigawatt solar energy project and the development of an AI‑based agricultural platform. Additionally, national digital infrastructure...