ET Industry Leaders North 2026 – Celebrating Innovators Powering India’s Growth Story

ET Industry Leaders North 2026, an initiative of Optimal Media Solutions (a division of Times Internet Limited), bringing together thought leadership, industry recognition and meaningful dialogue under one roof. ET Industry Leaders North 2026 reinforced the spirit of innovation, resilience and collaboration that is driving Indian enterprise towards a globally competitive future.The felicitation ceremony was held on June 30, 2026, at JW Mariott, Aerocity, New Delhi. The recipients were felicitated by popular Indian film actor Suniel Shetty.Panel Discussion:Panellists: Rajesh Venkatesan, Co-Founder & CTO, Hotfoot Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Soumadri Sen, Founder & CEO, ViH Metaverse Pvt. Ltd., Pritha Dubey, Founder & Chief Mentor, Success Vitamin, Manish Bhatia, Co-Founder & Director, Growth & Strategy, DOPXP Pvt. Ltd. And Purav Parekh, Co-Founder, GLIB.aiAmong the key highlights of the evening was an insightful panel discussion centred on the growing importance of Artificial Intelligence. Artificial Intelligence emerged as one of the defining themes of the evening during an engaging panel discussion titled "AI – The Future of Indian Enterprise." Led by industry leaders, and technology experts, the session explored how AI is redefining the future of Indian businesses. The panellists shared valuable insights on enterprise transformation, responsible AI adoption, innovation, workforce readiness, startup-led growth and India's ambition to emerge as a global AI powerhouse. The discussion underscored AI's growing role as a catalyst for productivity, competitiveness and long-term economic growth.Keynote Speaker – Ajay Kumar Poddar, Managing Director, Syenergy Environics Ltd.One of the key highlights of the evening was a thought-provoking keynote by Ajay Kumar Poddar, Managing Director, Syenergy Environics Ltd., on “How New Innovation Platforms Can Be Created in India to Shape World Growth.” Poddar gave some important insights about how to innovate, the objectives and the opportunity. Innovators ask “Why not?” instead of the “Why?” They tap the subconscious and intuitive mind, are motivated, passionate and persevere. Innovations should be affordable, good quality and life enhancing. Wi-fi radiation correction products like Envirochip and Enviroglobe made out of patented tech are already used by 6 million plus people. The opportunity for India to be the ‘Vishwaguru’ by creating a new tech platform and products and services by using thousands of unused frequencies for health, safety and ease of living. He offered to give many tested technologies and seed capital to new entrepreneurs.Fireside Chat – CA Arpit KabraThe event also featured an insightful fireside chat with CA Arpit Kabra, focusing on the evolving landscape of commerce education and its significance in shaping financially aware, responsible, and future-ready citizens. During the interaction, he highlighted the growing importance of commerce as a life skill through initiatives such as Project Vanijya, aimed at introducing school students to the fundamentals of commerce and its practical relevance. He also shared his perspectives on the impact of digital transformation and globalisation on emerging career opportunities, the expanding role of commerce professionals across domains such as banking, taxation, finance, consulting, and entrepreneurship, and the need to bridge classroom learning with real-world business and economic challenges to support India's vision of becoming a developed economy.The sponsors of the event were as below:Life Insurance Partner - Life Insurance Corporation of IndiaCelebration Partners - Rock & Storm Distilleries Pvt Ltd: Every milestone deserves a memorable celebration. As the Celebration Partner, we are privileged to celebrate the passion, perseverance, and leadership that continue to redefine industries and inspire the future said Tanmay Ojha, General Manager Marketing and HORECAHealthy Heart Partner- Kalra Hospital: We’re grateful to associate as the Healthy Heart Partner. Doctors serve as healers, advisors, educators, and protectors of public health. Let us all express our sincere gratitude to all doctors for their tireless efforts and invaluable contributions said Dr. R. N. Kalra, CEO and Medical DirectorFleet Partner – Mann Fleet Partners:Mann Fleet Partners Limited is one of the premier luxury rental and global ground transportation provider. Serving Fortune 500 giants, embassies, and high-net-worth individuals across India, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, England, and Japan, the company establishes the benchmark for operational excellence in luxury fleet management said Parmjeet Mann, DirectorLuxury Automobile Partner – Scandia Volvo:At Scandia Volvo, we are delighted to be associated with ET Industry Leaders as the Luxury Auto Partner. The platform celebrates impact, innovation, and leadership—values that resonate deeply with the Volvo brand.EX 30 & XC 60 from Scandia Volvo, New DelhiResearch MethodologyThe research was done by Avance Insights Pvt. Ltd. The objective of this research was to conduct a survey, assess and evaluate the probable nominations and recommend the final list of recipients for the coveted ET Industry Leaders North 2026.The survey had these modules, i.e. Desk Secondary Research, Approach for sharing fact files, and a Factual survey (Participatory Survey) to arrive at the analysis & identify the remarkable performers and contributors in different fields.A comprehensive list of business entities, brand leaders and performers and certain affiliates businesses was generated with the help of the internet, social media, print -magazines, and other publications.These business entities, brand leaders and performers and certain affiliates were sent the factual data questionnaire and then rigorously followed up through telephone, email, and personal visits.The kind of work done by the nominees with focus on innovation and value propositions, contribute to the business world, society, and nation at large, Vision for the further addition of value to business world, society, and nation in future,Present survey has been exclusively conducted by an independent Research Agency named Avance Insights Pvt. Ltd. using stated methodology for arriving at given results. The publication house and its affiliates/employees/authorized representatives/ group companies are not responsible/liable for the said results. Readers are advised to take an informed decision before acting upon the survey results.List of AwardeesDISCLAIMER: THE VIEWS/CONTENTS EXPRESSED/PRESENTED HEREIN, WITHIN THIS ADVERTORIAL, PROMOTIONAL FEATURE, ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE RESPONSIBILITY OF INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS/EXPERTS/THEIR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES, TO WHICH EFFECT, PUBLICATION HOUSE/ITS REPRESENTATIVES/AFFILIATES ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE/LIABLE WHATSOEVER.

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