The India Mobile Congress 2026 announced its Viksit Tech 47 initiative in New Delhi on Friday to help domestic technology companies establish a presence in global markets. The program aligns with the central government’s Viksit Bharat 2047 target and runs during the 10th edition of IMC from Oct. 7 to Oct. 10 at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi. Technology research firm Techarc joins as the official research partner to evaluate domestic companies and build a roadmap for international expansion.
Key Takeaways
- IMC introduces the Viksit Tech 47 platform to help Indian technology brands compete globally.
- The 10th edition of IMC takes place Oct. 7 to 10, 2026, at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi.
- Technology research firm Techarc will evaluate more than 200 Indian tech firms for a flagship industry study.
- The event institutes the Dr. Zarabi Indigenisation Award for Startups to recognize local hardware builders.
- Over 1.5 lakh visitors, 300 exhibitors, and delegates from 100 countries will attend IMC 2026.
Building Local Intellectual Property for Global Markets
Viksit Tech 47 focuses on identifying companies across consumer devices, audio gear, video surveillance, connected mobility, smart home systems, semiconductor components, deep tech, and enterprise software. The initiative targets Indian companies that build original hardware and design their own intellectual property instead of relying on imported technology.
As part of this effort, IMC and Techarc will release an industry report during the October event. The study assesses data from more than 200 Indian technology businesses and includes interviews with founders and corporate executives to map India’s standing in global electronics supply chains.
Ramakrishna P., chief executive officer of India Mobile Congress, stated that the country has ample technical talent and ambition, but companies need structured support to expand abroad. He noted that Viksit Tech 47 aims to serve as a launchpad that turns local businesses into recognized global names.
Recognizing Hardware Startups at IMC 2026
The initiative includes the Dr. Zarabi Indigenisation Award for Startups. This award honors young businesses that design and manufacture components, consumer electronics, and appliances inside India, replacing goods that the country previously bought from abroad.
The Department of Telecommunications and the Cellular Operators Association of India organize the yearly forum. For 2026, the event adopts the theme Scale Without Boundaries, centering on domestic companies exporting electronic hardware and digital solutions. Event organizers project more than 1.5 lakh visitors, 300 exhibitors from over 100 nations, and demonstrations of 1,500 technology use cases across the four days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Viksit Tech 47?
A1. Viksit Tech 47 is an initiative launched by India Mobile Congress 2026 to identify, support, and scale Indian technology and hardware companies so they can compete in international markets.
Q2. When and where is India Mobile Congress 2026 taking place?
A2. The event takes place from Oct. 7 to Oct. 10, 2026, at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in Dwarka, New Delhi.
Q3. Who organizes India Mobile Congress?
A3. The Department of Telecommunications, under the Ministry of Communications, jointly organizes the event with the Cellular Operators Association of India.
Q4. What is the Dr. Zarabi Indigenisation Award?
A4. It is an award category introduced under Viksit Tech 47 to honor Indian startups that design and manufacture hardware, components, or devices locally to lower dependence on foreign imports.
Q5. What research will release under this initiative?
A5. Technology research firm Techarc and IMC will publish a joint study at the event based on surveys and interviews with more than 200 Indian tech companies.
