On September 3, 2025, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated “Samanvay 2025”, hosted by IIT Kanpur.

The two-day summit focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence, sustainable tech, and CSR-driven innovation.

IIT Kanpur aims to align academic AI research with real-world industry needs.

TCS CTO Harrick Vin delivered the keynote, signaling industry-academia synergy.

A MoU was inked between TCS and a promising startup, spotlighting translational innovation.

Day 1 explored how AI, cybersecurity, and sustainability research can power industrial transformation.

Day 2 will delve into CSR funding’s role in scaling impactful research and startups.

IIT-K will honor researchers who have translated academic ideas into actionable projects.

Participants include startups, corporate leaders, and researchers from multiple sectors.

The summit underscores the institution’s commitment to fostering tech-enabled societal impact.