Industry Leaders Anticipate Union Budget 2025: A Focus on AI and Digital Talent
Founder, Director of Avaali Solutions Pvt Ltd, Ms. Srividya Kannan’s a award article published in indianexpress website.
As India gears up for the Union Budget 2025, the tech industry is abuzz with expectations for measures aimed at accelerating AI adoption, strengthening digital infrastructure, and nurturing future-ready talent. Industry leaders are advocating for increased investments in research and development, robust cybersecurity frameworks, and initiatives designed to maintain India’s competitive edge in the global technology landscape.
Srividya Kannan, CEO of Avaali, shared her insights on the upcoming budget, emphasizing the critical need for AI-driven solutions and workforce development in the tech sector. She pointed out that inclusive growth should be a central theme in the government’s budgetary proposals.
“The 2025 Union Budget should focus on creating a robust ecosystem that incentivizes the adoption of advanced technologies,” Kannan stated. “This includes empowering the workforce through strategic investments in skills development and support for R&D initiatives.”
Kannan highlighted the importance of fostering an environment conducive to innovation, which could include establishing frameworks that promote cybersecurity and protect emerging technologies. She believes that such measures are necessary to ensure that India remains a leader in the global tech arena.
Furthermore, she underscored the importance of collaboration between the government and the private sector to create pathways for talent development that align with industry needs. “An integrated approach will not only enhance workforce capabilities but also drive sustainable economic growth,” Kannan added.
As the budget date approaches, stakeholders in the tech industry remain hopeful that the government will take decisive action to support these critical areas, ensuring a vibrant and competitive future for India’s technology sector.
