IIT Madras hosts summit on Viksit Bharat 2047

chennai: the indian institute of technology madras (iit madras) hosted a summit titled 'viksit bharat 2047: driving inclusive growth through csr & technology', bringing together leaders from public sector undertakings (psus), multinational corporations (mncs), and csr heads. the summit explored the potential of corporate social responsibility (csr) and technology in driving sustainable growth.key speakers included t.r.b. rajaa, tamil nadu minister for industries, investment promotion, and commerce, who emphasized the state's role in utilizing csr funds effectively. he highlighted the importance of collaboration between industry, academia, and government to bridge societal gaps, especially in areas like energy storage, where iit madras plays a pivotal role.prof. v. kamakoti, director of iit madras, underscored csr's impact, citing initiatives like the carbon zero challenge, which fosters environmental innovation. the institute also launched the viksit bharat 2047- iit madras innovative tech-for-tomorrow csr awards to honor corporate partners for their contributions to social impact through technological innovation.the summit featured panel discussions on various topics, including building a vibrant startup ecosystem and partnering to achieve india's sustainability goals. iit madras continues to lead in innovation and technology, addressing challenges across sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and education, through strategic csr collaborations.