Spotlight on Quantum Security, Innovation and Digital KPIs as Kolkata’s Top CIOs Assemble at Taj Bengal
After successful chapters in Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore, the much-awaited CIO500 2025 series now arrives in the City of Joy. The Kolkata edition of the prestigious 10-city CIO500 Summit will be held on August 8th, 2025, at Hotel Taj Bengal, bringing together the region’s most influential CIOs and IT leaders for an evening of dialogue, recognition, and collaboration.
Organized by Enterprise IT World and powered by SNS as Presenting Partner, the CIO500 Summit has already earned accolades for its high-quality discussions and unmatched networking opportunities. The Kolkata chapter promises to raise the bar with a dynamic agenda that blends deep tech insights, strategic panel discussions, and celebratory recognition of IT excellence.
“CIO500 is not just an event—it’s a movement that brings together the best minds in enterprise technology. In every city, we are building a powerful platform for collaboration, learning, and recognition. Kolkata has always been a stronghold of intellectual leadership, and we are excited to see its CIO community come together to shape the next chapter of India’s digital future,”
— Sanjay Mohapatra, Editor, Enterprise IT World
Kolkata Event Agenda | 08th Aug 2025
- 03:00 PM – Networking High Tea
A warm welcome as technology leaders from diverse industries connect and exchange ideas. - 04:00 PM – Welcome by EMCEE Ashita
- 04:10 PM – Opening Remarks
Sanjay Mohapatra, Editor, Enterprise IT World, sets the stage for the evening’s knowledge exchange. - 04:15 PM – Keynote Address
Debojit Maitra, ex-CISO of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., shares critical insights on Quantum Security, one of the most pressing cybersecurity frontiers of our time.
Panel 1 | 04:30 PM
Balancing Innovation with Cost Control
Moderator: Atanu Pramanic, VP-IT, CESC
Panelists:
- Aloke Majumder, VP of Technology, Hoichoi
- Abhijit Chatterjee, Sr Director – IT & Corp Comm, CISO, TCG Lifesciences Pvt Ltd
- Subhakar Rudra, CIO, WPIL
- Arindam Hari, Group CIO, Gainwell Group
- Subrata Roy, CIO, Lux Industries Ltd
This discussion will explore how CIOs are navigating the tightrope walk between fostering innovation and managing budgetary pressures.
05:15 PM – Tech Spotlight
Kallol Sen, EVP and Regional Head, CTRL S, presents the latest trends in data center evolution and secure infrastructure strategies.
Panel 2 | 05:30 PM
Navigating Boardroom Expectations and Digital KPIs
Moderator: Maneesh Kumar Sharma, Partner, Grant Thornton Bharat
Panelists:
- Kripadyuti Sarkar, Group CIO, Ambuja Neotia
- Sourav Das, Group Chief of Digital & IT, Rupa & Co.
- Rishikesh Singh, VP – IT & Digital, Grasim Industries Ltd (Aditya Birla Group)
- Prakash Tripathi, SVP – IT, Shyam Steel Industries Ltd
A strategic exchange on how technology leaders can align digital KPIs with shareholder and boardroom expectations.
06:10 PM – Tech Presentation & Quiz
NK Mehta, MD & CEO of SNS, will deliver an engaging session followed by an exciting Quiz Competition with instant cash prizes—always a highlight!
07:00 PM – CIO Accelerator X Awards 2025
Recognizing the IT visionaries of Eastern India who are driving business transformation through technology.
07:40 PM – Vote of Thanks
Sanjib Mohapatra, Publisher, Accent Info Media, will conclude the formal segment with closing remarks.
07:45 PM – Group Photo
07:50 PM Onwards – Cocktails & Dinner
Join us as the CIO500 movement ignites Kolkata with transformative ideas, peer learning and industry recognition.
📍 Register now at: www.cio500.in
