EIITF 2025: Bridging the Physical and Digital Worlds for a Smarter Tomorrow

Navigating the Digital Age and Exploring the Future of Cyber Defense, the14th chapter of the event celebrated Partnerships and Progress and called for Ethical Innovation and Collaboration. 

 

The city of Kolkata came alive on the evening of the 5^th September. The 14th Eastern India Information Technology Fair (EIITF) 2025, hosted by VARINDIA brought together technology leaders, CXOs, policymakers, value-added resellers (VARs), and innovators under one roof, with the central theme ‘Connecting the Physical & Digital World.’

 

The EIITF has long been recognized as a premier platform in Eastern India for fostering collaboration, networking, and knowledge-sharing across the ICT ecosystem. This year’s edition proved to be no exception, offering a vibrant mix of inspiring speeches, thought-provoking sessions, and forward-looking discussions.

 

The event began with the ceremonial lamp lighting. Distinguished guests including Mr. Sanjay Kumar Das, Additional Secretary & CISO, Govt. of West Bengal, Prof Amlan Chakraborty, Professor and Director, A.K. Choudhury School of IT- University of Kolkata, Dr. Arindam Sarkar, Head of Department of C S & Electronics- Ramakrishna Mission Vidyamandira- Howrah, Dr. Debabrata Nayak, Director-PWC India, Mr. Dinesh Kumar Sales Director-India & SAARC- SOTI, Mr. Sashwata Roy, VP- WinnoVation, Mr. Ashish Khanna, CEO- Intensity Global Technologies Ltd., and Mr. Manish Lunia, President COMPASS , Mr. Sourav Das, Group Chief of Digital & IT- Rupa & Co., Mr. Rishikesh Singh- VP-IT & Digital- Grasim Industries, Mr. K L Lalani, Chairman- Lalani Group of Companies, Dr. Pallab Ganguly, CISO Generation & Alt CISO Distribution- CESC, Mr. Sandeep Sengupta, Founder- ISOAH Data Securities and along with several tech leaders have joined the event.

 

The lamp lighting followed by welcome address by Dr. Deepak Kumar Sahu, Editor-in-Chief- VARINDIA, which set the tone for an evening of inspiration and innovation. He says, Our partners fuel growth by opening new markets and expertise. As IAM evolves from static to behavioral biometrics, fraud and AI-driven threats rise globally. India embraces AI for security, innovation, and resilience. Let’s learn, share, and network—balancing ethics, technology, and vigilance.

 

Keynote Sessions: From CPU to QPU and Cybersecurity Preparedness

The technical sessions commenced with Prof. Amlan Chakraborty, who delivered a compelling talk on the evolution of computing—from CPU to GPU, and now towards Quantum Processing Units (QPUs). His vision underlined how quantum computing could redefine the future of industries.

 

Next, Mr. Sanjay Kumar Das addressed the growing challenges of cybercrime and the importance of strengthening both technological infrastructure and citizen awareness. He shared insights into the Government of West Bengal’s preparedness, citing initiatives like KarmoBhumi and the Cyber Security Centre of Excellence.

 

Dr. Arindam Sarkar followed with a presentation on deepfake readiness and synthetic fraud prevention, stressing how AI-driven threats must be countered with equal innovation in security.

 

Corporate Leaders Shared Innovations

The corporate segment of the event witnessed dynamic presentations by Mr. Sashwata Roy (WinnoVation), who also introduced his 3 industry partners. Mr. Swapnil Tripathi, Co-founder-We360.ai, Mr. Dinesh Kumar, Sales Director-India & SAARC- SOTI and Mr. Sabarinder Singh, Founder Director- WinnoVation Education. All of them pictured infront of the audience about how WinnoVation was using AI create the magical difference leading to seemless digitalization and growth.

 

This was followed by the presentations from Mr. Ashish Khanna of Intensity Global Technologies Ltd., and Mr. Rajeev Magotra, Sr. Vice President- Haritasa Electronics Solutions Pvt. Ltd. They showcased how enterprises are leveraging cloud, AI, ESG, and digital transformation strategies to stay competitive in an evolving market.

 

Each presentation emphasized the role of VARs and channel partners as key enablers in connecting technology manufacturers with end-users. The next key to successful tomorrow was partnerships.

 

Panel Discussion: Connecting the Physical and Digital World

The next highlight of the evening was a lively panel discussion on the event’s central theme: ‘Connecting the Physical & Digital World’. Moderated by Dr. Deepak Kumar Sahu, Editor-in-Chief of VARINDIA, the panel featured experts including Dr. Debabrata Nayak, Director- PWC India, Mr. Prakash Tripathi, GM-IT, Shyam Steel Industries, Dr. Pallab Ganguly (CISO Generation & Alt CISO Distribution- CESC Ltd., Mr. Abhijit Chatterjee, Sr. Director- IT & Corp. Comm. & CISO- TCG Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd., and Mr. Rishikesh Kumar Singh, V.P- IT & Digital- Grasim Industries Ltd., (Aditya Birla Group).

 

Experts emphasized the importance of data quality, cybersecurity, compliance standards, and strategic deployment of sensors. Discussions also covered how AI-driven analytics, infrastructure readiness, and cross-functional collaboration are essential to optimizing operations, ensuring traceability, and enhancing customer experiences in today’s connected ecosystem. The discussion highlighted the transformative power of IoT, AI, and secure digital ecosystems, stressing that innovation must be ethical, collaborative, and scalable. Delegates applauded the panel for delivering actionable insights on aligning physical infrastructure with digital innovation.

 

Celebrating the PTA

This year also marked the first anniversary of the Philanthropic Technical Association (PTA), a unique initiative uniting CIOs, CTOs, and IT leaders from West Bengal to contribute toward technology-driven social change. Mr. Sourav Das, Group Chief of Digital & IT at Rupa & Co. and Chairman of PTA, spoke about their mission of creating a more equitable ICT community.

 

The evening concluded with a heartfelt Vote of Thanks delivered by Mr. Anil Kumar Sahu, Vice President of VARINDIA, acknowledging the tireless efforts of speakers, sponsors, and delegates. Attendees were then invited to continue networking over cocktails and dinner, reinforcing the fair’s role as both a business and community-building platform.

 

Looking Ahead

The 14th Eastern India IT Fair 2025 not only celebrated milestones but also charted the course for the future of technology in the region. By uniting government, academia, corporates, and VARs, the event reinforced its commitment to empowering businesses, fostering innovation, and connecting the physical and digital worlds for a smarter tomorrow.