Bengaluru & Mumbai, India | 16th September 2025: Dell Technologies successfully hosted two impactful editions of its flagship annual event, Dell Technologies Forum 2025, in Bengaluru and Mumbai. Centered around the theme “Reimagine What’s Possible”, the forums convened over 2,000 customers, partners, CIOs, and industry leaders to explore how emerging technologies—especially artificial intelligence (AI)—are powering India’s digital future.
A Billion Dreams. One Digital Future
The general sessions opened with an inspiring keynote by Manish Gupta, President & MD, Dell Technologies India, titled “A Billion Dreams. One Digital Future”. Gupta highlighted India’s AI-led growth journey and Dell’s pivotal role in advancing technological innovation nationwide.
“India’s digital transformation is shaping a new era of innovation and global influence. At Dell Technologies, we are co-innovating with India’s exceptional talent and building secure, scalable ecosystems that harness the power of AI and emerging technologies,” Gupta emphasized.
Leadership Insights: From Innovation to Action
In Bengaluru, Sam Burd, President & Chief Strategy Officer, Dell Technologies, led a session on “Transform Innovation into Action”. In Mumbai, the same message was carried forward by Peter Marrs, President, Asia Pacific, Japan & Greater China, Dell Technologies, equipping organizations with strategies to accelerate their digital transformation.
Spotlight on AI and Industry Collaboration
Panels across both cities featured distinguished voices, including:
- Shankar Subramanian (Dell Technologies)
- Ganesh Gopalan (CEO, Gnani.AI)
- Sharad Singhi (CEO, Neysa Network)
- Praval Singh (VP, Zoho Corporation)
- Neelakantan Venkataraman (Tata Communications)
- Abhishek Sukhwal (Mahindra Group)
Discussions focused on AI adoption, cloud infrastructure, legal frameworks, and India’s ability to build an inclusive, globally competitive AI ecosystem. The high-profile panel “AI – India’s New Big Frontier” became a centerpiece of the dialogue.
Visionary Speakers: Inspiration Beyond Technology
The forums also featured Rakesh Sharma (India’s first cosmonaut), R. Balki (renowned filmmaker), and Dr. S. Somanath (former ISRO chairman). Their unique perspectives drew parallels between space exploration, cinematic creativity, and the resilience that drives innovation.
Partner Summit: Strengthening Dell’s Ecosystem
An exclusive Partner Summit brought together 115 channel partners, reinforcing Dell’s partner-first strategy. Keynotes by Vivek Malhotra and insights from Gupta, Burd, and analysts from Canalys highlighted opportunities in the AI PC market, portfolio integration, and incentives to accelerate speed to market.
The AI Experience Zone: Innovation in Action
Attendees engaged with immersive showcases, including:
- AI-in-a-Box: Simplifying AI adoption for businesses.
- Dell Pro Max Demos: Live ISV integrations and product launches.
Sustainability at the Core
The forums also promoted ESG-driven initiatives:
- Pedal for Light: Cycling minutes translated into solar lamps for 250 children.
- Scan to Grow: Pledges to plant 1,000 trees for a sustainable future.
Building India’s Digital Future
The Dell Technologies Forum 2025 was more than an event—it was a platform for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and innovation. By uniting industry leaders, Dell underscored its vision of driving AI adoption, digital transformation, and sustainable growth, positioning India as a leader in the global digital economy.
