By Sandeep Saxena 
The IMC 2026 Viksit Tech 47 initiative has been officially announced in New Delhi, marking a transformative milestone for India’s domestic technology ecosystem. In strong alignment with the national vision of transforming India into a fully developed nation by 2047, India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026 has introduced the IMC 2026 Viksit Tech 47 platform to discover, nurture, and scale native tech innovators onto the global stage.
Scheduled to take place from October 7 to October 10, 2026, at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi, the 10th milestone edition of Asia’s premier digital technology forum is set to host this ambitious flagship program. Leading technology market research and consulting firm Techarc has partnered as the primary knowledge and research advisor for the project.
Strategic Significance of the IMC 2026 Viksit Tech 47 Platform
For decades, the Indian consumer tech and electronics sector has primarily operated around assembly lines and contract manufacturing. The IMC 2026 Viksit Tech 47 platform is engineered to break through those glass ceilings by shifting the focus toward high-value intellectual property (IP), original design manufacturing (ODM), and local component sourcing.
Key sector categories supported under the IMC 2026 Viksit Tech 47 framework include:
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Consumer Electronics & Hardware: Indigenous smartphones, true wireless audio gear, smart wearables, and personal computing peripherals.
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Connected Mobility & Smart IoT: Connected automotive systems, smart home automation, security cameras, and enterprise surveillance networks.
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Component Engineering & Fabrication: Local printed circuit board (PCB) assembly, semiconductor packaging, and critical passive electronic modules.
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Artificial Intelligence & Deep Tech: Enterprise SaaS platforms, generative artificial intelligence applications, edge computing, and custom algorithmic engines.
As part of this comprehensive initiative, Techarc and IMC are conducting extensive research across more than 200 Indian technology companies. Through structured interviews with startup founders, policy architects, and industry experts, the findings will culminate in a landmark analytical report launched live at IMC 2026, mapping India’s actual footprint in the global tech value chain.
Leadership Vision Behind the IMC 2026 Viksit Tech 47 Movement
Addressing the gathering at the launch briefing, Ramakrishna P., Chief Executive Officer of India Mobile Congress, outlined the core objective driving the initiative:
“India has no shortage of technological talent or ambition; what we have lacked is a dedicated platform that helps our companies think and compete globally, not just locally. With Viksit Tech 47, that is exactly what we are building—a platform to identify India’s most promising technology companies and help them grow into genuine global brands. This is just the first step. Over the coming years, we want Viksit Tech 47 to become the launchpad that takes Indian technology from domestic success to global recognition.”
The industry consensus underlines that domestic scale alone is no longer the final metric. Creating resilient supply chains and building global consumer trust require structured institutional mentorship, which this platform aims to provide.
Dr. Zarabi Indigenisation Award: Honoring Hardware Breakthroughs
A standout pillar of the IMC 2026 Viksit Tech 47 framework is the introduction of the Dr. Zarabi Indigenisation Award for Startups.
This prestigious category has been instituted to honor early-stage deep-tech startups and engineering teams who have successfully designed native hardware solutions to eliminate import dependency. Startups excelling in native component architecture, smart appliances, electronic design automation (EDA), and industrial robotics will be evaluated by an eminent jury panel during the summit.
Scale Without Boundaries: What to Expect at IMC 2026 Yashobhoomi
Organized jointly by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), the 10th anniversary edition of IMC will operate under the overarching theme “Scale Without Boundaries.”
Expected operational milestones for the 2026 summit include:
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Footfall: Over 150,000 registered trade visitors, business delegates, and developers.
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Global Footprint: More than 300 international exhibitors and government delegations representing over 100 countries.
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Live Demonstrations: Over 1,500 real-world technology showcases focusing on 5G Advanced networks, satellite broadband connectivity, private enterprise 5G, and indigenous semiconductor chips.
The IMC 2026 Viksit Tech 47 initiative stands as a clear indicator that India’s tech landscape is transitioning from consumer dependency to global technological leadership.
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