As the global technology landscape shifts toward greater collaboration, innovation, and cross-border partnerships, events like INDIASOFT 2026 and the India Electronics Expo are playing a vital role in driving this change. Hosted at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, these co-located events bring together international tech companies, startups, policymakers, and investors to encourage meaningful business interactions and open up new growth opportunities.
Over time, both INDIASOFT and the India Electronics Expo have transformed from conventional trade shows into vibrant platforms for global engagement. Today, they serve as spaces where international firms connect with Indian businesses, cutting-edge solutions are showcased, and strategic partnerships take shape. The 2026 edition highlights this progress, with stronger global participation and an increased emphasis on deep tech, artificial intelligence, electronics manufacturing, and digital innovation.
The platforms are also witnessing a rise in industry-led initiatives, including product launches, partnership announcements, and curated recognitions such as the Incredible Inc.50 Awards 2026, which highlight high-impact enterprises operating at the intersection of technology, innovation, and global scalability.
Organized in association with the India-US SME Council, the awards were presented in the presence of chief guests Shri Kondapalli Srinivas, Hon’ble Minister for MSME, SERP & NRI Empowerment, Government of Andhra Pradesh,Smt. Meghna Sakore-Bordikar, Hon’ble Minister of State, Government of Maharashtra; and Marc Elrich, County Executive, Montgomery County, Maryland, USA; along with Sudhakar Gande, Chairman of the US-India SME Council, Elisha Pulivarti, Chief Executive Officer and President at U.S. India SME Council, and other senior industry leaders and global delegates.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Kondapalli Srinivas said, “Platforms like INDIASOFT are critical in enabling MSMEs to connect with global markets and scale their innovations. In Andhra Pradesh, we are building a strong ecosystem through sector-focused policies, MSME parks, and startup initiatives to support this growth. We invite global partners to collaborate and co-create solutions that can drive meaningful impact at scale.”
Reflecting the diversity of India’s innovation ecosystem, the awards recognised leaders across sectors, including IT services, advanced manufacturing, mobility, healthcare, and electronics.
Among the awardees were Aditya Doshi, COO & Director, Apar Technologies, recognized for excellence in IT Services; Anurag Kanaujia, Director, Surface Coating Technologies, for contributions to advanced manufacturing; Anuj Chawla, Co-Founder, Auto Vayu, for innovation in mobility solutions; Dr. Jacob Prabhakar, Chairman & Medical Director, Ruban Memorial Hospital, for healthcare innovation; and S K Mahajan, Director, Integrated Batteries India, for leadership in electronics manufacturing.
Smt. Meghna Sakore Bordikar added, “I congratulate all the awardees for their outstanding contributions. As envisioned by Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is progressing towards becoming a multi-trillion-dollar economy, and the innovators and enterprises present here are the true pillars driving this vision forward.”
Sudhakar Gande emphasized the importance of deeper global collaboration, particularly between India and the United States, to enable SMEs and emerging enterprises to scale internationally. He noted that India’s strong policy framework, infrastructure growth, and innovation capabilities position it as a key global partner for the future.
As global business environments become more interconnected, INDIASOFT and India Electronics Expo continue to strengthen their role as platforms where innovation, partnerships, and market opportunities converge. With increasing participation from global players and a growing emphasis on product innovation and industry recognition, these platforms are not only showcasing India’s capabilities but also shaping the next phase of its global technology and export journey.
