Mangaluru: The coastal city of Mangaluru is set to transform into a hub of technological innovation and dialogue as it hosts the fifth edition of Karnataka’s premier coastal tech summit, ‘Mangaluru Technovanza 2025′ on Sept 24.Under the visionary banner of ‘Silicon Beach of India,’ this year’s summit promises to be the most ambitious yet, spearheaded by the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) as part of the Beyond Bengaluru initiative. The summit will explore the theme ‘Mastering Product Management and Work-Life Balance in the Data-Driven Era.’ This theme reflects the growing need for balancing technological advancements with human-centric approaches in today’s fast-paced digital world.The event will be inaugurated by Priyank Kharge, minister for IT/BT and rural development. His keynote address is expected to set a visionary tone for Karnataka’s digital future. The inaugural session will also feature opening remarks from Sanjeev Gupta, CEO of KDEM, and special addresses by prominent figures including Arvind Kumar, director general, Software Technology Parks of India (STPI); Lovneesh Chanana, senior vice-pesident and head of govt affairs (Asia Pacific), SAP ASIA Pte Limited; Vinay Shenoy, managing director, Infineon Technologies; and KK Singh, joint secretary, ministry of electronics and information technology, govt of India.The event is poised to be a landmark event, featuring policy-defining announcements and fostering global collaborations. It aims to accelerate Karnataka’s vision of establishing Mangaluru as a pivotal tech hub, akin to the renowned Silicon Valley, but with a unique coastal charm.
