Nasscom Unveils US CEO Forum to Bolster India-US Tech Ties

In a landmark step toward deepening strategic technology ties, Nasscom has launched the US CEO Forum at the Consulate General of India in New York, as per news reports. The Forum is envisioned as a leadership-driven platform to foster India-US collaboration in innovation, digital transformation, and talent development. With both countries increasingly investing in shared digital priorities, this initiative seeks to reinforce the tech corridor as a pillar of global growth and inclusive development.

A Strategic Platform for India-US Tech Corridor

Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar has been appointed Chair of the newly launched Forum, with Amit Chadha, CEO and Managing Director of L&T Technology Services, serving as Co-Chair. The platform aims to unite Indian tech CEOs and key US stakeholders to drive a sustained dialogue across enterprise, innovation, policy, and skill development.

The Indian Consulate in New York hailed the launch as “a major milestone for the India-US tech corridor,” emphasising its strategic value in reaffirming India’s role as a trusted technology and innovation partner.

Consul General Binaya Pradhan noted, “The creation of the platform is timely, and it has the potential to act as a force multiplier for India-US tech partnership and the future of innovation, talent, and global leadership.”

Nasscom President Rajesh Nambiar said, “The US CEO Forum brings together industry leaders to foster meaningful collaboration, align with key stakeholders, and explore new frontiers in innovation, talent, and investment.” He added that the Forum will strengthen connections that generate a lasting impact across economies and communities.

Driving Innovation, Policy, and Economic Impact

The Forum also aligns with Mission $500 billion, a shared goal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former US President Donald Trump to double bilateral trade between the 2 countries by 2030. According to Nasscom, the Forum will contribute to this vision through thought leadership, strategic dialogue, and policy alignment.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams addressed the launch and reiterated the city's commitment to India’s growing innovation ecosystem. The Mayor’s Office of International Affairs’ Deputy Commissioner Dilip Chauhan said, “India's tech community continues to play an important role in driving global innovation. Many of your companies are not only dealing in digital transformation but also creating jobs and investing significantly in the US, especially in New York City.”

Forum Chair Ravi Kumar said, “We are at the cusp of a new tech era driven by AI and deep tech, and this Forum will act as a vital bridge to navigate that transformation and unlock shared opportunities.”

Looking ahead, the Forum will focus on taking the India-US partnership from collaboration to co-creation in emerging fields such as AI, semiconductors, clean tech, and digital skills. It aims to build resilient, secure, and innovation-driven digital ecosystems through continued cross-border engagement.

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Conclusion

The Nasscom US CEO Forum marks a major step in institutionalising India-US technology ties. As both nations align around innovation, economic opportunity, and digital leadership, the Forum will act as a key driver of shared prosperity and global digital transformation.

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