The Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025 concluded successfully as a premier platform for innovation, collaboration, and technology-driven growth. ABLE was proud to participate as the Association Partner, playing a pivotal role in shaping high-impact conversations around the future of biotechnology and the bioeconomy. ABLE curated a powerful lineup of discussions at the LifeStage (DigiHealth & Biotech), bringing together industry leaders, innovators and policymakers to examine the future of biotechnology across three high-impact domains.

The session on “Emerging Technologies Shaping the Future of Biotechnology”, was chaired by Mr. G S Krishnan, Hon. President, ABLE. The session featured inspiring lead talks by Dr. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Executive Chairperson, Biocon & Biocon Biologics and Dr. Debjani Ghosh, Distinguished Fellow, NITI Aayog. The session brought together leading thinkers and innovators to explore how AI, data science, and cutting-edge research are redefining the boundaries of biotechnology. From healthcare breakthroughs to sustainable solutions, the discussions highlighted how the convergence of technology and biology is enabling a smarter, healthier, and more sustainable future.

The panel on “Bio-E3 and Bio-Manufacturing” moderated by Dr. P M Murali, President, ABLE Council of Presidents and CMD, Jananom, examined how innovation, education, and entrepreneurship are shaping the next phase of India’s bioeconomy. Panelists emphasized the vital role of academia in building a skilled, research-ready workforce to meet the growing demands of biotechnology and advanced manufacturing. The discussion also addressed key financial and operational challenges, including grant inflation and the need for sustainable funding models to support long-term research and industry collaboration. The session underscored that strong alignment between academia, industry, and policy will be critical to scaling India’s biomanufacturing capabilities globally.

The session on “Agri-Biotech and Food Innovation”, moderated by Dr. K K Narayanan, Founder & Managing Director, Sthayika Seeds Pvt., explored how biotechnology is driving a new era of growth in agriculture and food systems. Experts discussed how emerging technologies can make food production more resilient, sustainable, and inclusive, addressing challenges around productivity, nutrition, and environmental balance. The panel highlighted the importance of leveraging innovation to strengthen India’s leadership in agri-biotech on the global stage.

The session on “Environmental Biotechnology and Bio-remediation”, moderated by Mr. G S Krishnan, Hon. President, ABLE, focused on how scientific innovation is reshaping ecological sustainability. Panelists examined changes in the global biomass of mammals since 1850, the growing role of microbial production, and breakthroughs such as carbon-fixing E. coli for carbon capture. The discussions also covered practical solutions including biodegradation of caffeine into valuable bioactive compounds and Praj Industries’ technologies such as HaloSOL for high-COD and high-TDS effluents and advanced coke-oven wastewater treatment. The session concluded with a powerful message: waste is not the end of a product’s life, but the beginning of another value chain, reinforcing the importance of circular economy and regenerative bio-solutions.

ABLE’s participation at Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025 reaffirmed the central role of biotechnology in India’s innovation landscape. By bringing together industry pioneers, policy leaders and technology visionaries, ABLE continues to foster dialogue, collaboration and investment that will drive sustainable growth, healthcare innovation and global competitiveness for India’s biotech sector.

Smart Bio Awards 2025

ABLE was proud to have supported the award selection process and ensured a fair and comprehensive evaluation to identify the most deserving companies. This platform has been an incredible opportunity for biotech companies from Karnataka to gain visibility and recognition for their pioneering work on a global stage and we couldn’t be more proud of the talent and innovation showcased this year. A big congratulations to all the winners and participants of the Smart Bio Awards 2025 at Bengaluru Tech Summit.

The 29th edition of Bengaluru Tech Summit was held on November 18–20, 2025, at BIEC, Bengaluru,