Rockwell Automation, a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation, wrapped up the seventh edition of India Inc On The Move (IIOTM) in Mumbai.
The event brought together industry executives and technology pioneers from across the country to discuss how artificial intelligence, digitalisation, and sustainable practices are reshaping Indian manufacturing. Conversations highlighted the role of next-generation technologies in accelerating the transition to smart, sustainable factories, enabling India to take a leading position in high-growth sectors such as semiconductors and electronics, while driving innovation in industries including automotive, life sciences, and food & beverage. These advancements are expected to play a crucial role in boosting manufacturing’s contribution to the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
IIOTM 2026, themed The Future Is Here: Smart. Sustainable. AI‑Driven Manufacturing, drew over 1,200 attendees and featured more than 30 sessions and 70 distinguished speakers. The event was supported by a comprehensive expo floor, with 30 demo booths, showcasing interactive and advanced technology solutions.
In his keynote address, Dilip Sawhney, managing director, Rockwell Automation India, said: “IIOTM stands as a catalyst for transformative thinking, bringing leaders together to envision how artificial intelligence can redefine modern manufacturing, unlock new possibilities at scale, and shape a resilient, sustainable industrial future for India.”
“India stands at a pivotal moment, where artificial intelligence, digitalisation, and sustainability are converging to redefine industrial competitiveness. The next era of ‘smart’ manufacturing will be shaped by autonomous, software‑defined operations. For the industrial world, however, AI must rise to a higher purpose—being deterministic, explainable, and fully auditable,” added Dilip Sawhney.
Key discussions focussed on AI-powered autonomous operations, software-defined manufacturing, and intelligent sustainability, with perspectives spanning automotive, life sciences, food & beverage, and semiconductors. The agenda comprised keynote addresses, plenary sessions, fireside chats, panel discussions, and a customer use case, complemented by roundtables and a dynamic expo floor.
For more than four decades, Rockwell Automation has been unwavering in its commitment to propelling the growth and success of Indian businesses. By offering innovative solutions, deep industry knowledge, and a relentless focus on customer success, the company empowers organizations to navigate the future with confidence.
