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Reclaiming growth through technology: MIS 2023
Mumbai: One of the panels at the Media Investment Summit (MIS) 2023 organised by Indiantelevision.com on 15 February deliberated on the topic ‘Reclaiming growth through technology’. Moderated by Publicis Groupe India CEO, digital technology business Amaresh Godbole, the session included panelists such as EaseMyTrip associate vice president – marketing & alliances Sanchit Chopra, Madison Loop vice president Kosal Malladi, Tyroo chief revenue officer Akshay Mathur and Angel One chief growth officer Prabhakar Tiwari.
Godbole brought out that technology has been disrupting every industry. Evolving technology has been driving growth for companies and brands like Domino’s and Nike which in terms of product offerings are simply a food company and a shoe brand, respectively, but have evolved to become much more than that with the help of technology. AI is the talk of the town; ChatGPT is causing a big stir. Words like adtech, martech, CRM, data, and automation – putting it in a simple frame, could be defined as an internal transformation where technology helps you develop your products and services better.
Chopra talked about the fact that the only constant is change – and technology today is enabling us to embrace that change. He spoke about how there is headroom for technology growth and technology helps to bridge the gap and connect with customers.
Mathur shed light on how technology can fill the gap, secondly help to build efficiency, and thirdly from the growth perspective.
Malladi highlighted why we should not forget basics of advertising while using technology and it should be used in the right way for maximum gain.
Tiwari explained how demat account opening and stock trading were phenomenal in metro cities but with the help of technology it helped his firm to get customers from tier II and tier III cities as well.
He futher added how it is important to focus on what promises are made to the customer when they acquire them versus what you do while you monetize them which is your revenue, and what experience and customer services you offer – need to see a unified application of technology.
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NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
