In this episode of Mint Techcetra, host Deepti Ahuja is joined by industry leaders Pankaj Vyas, CEO & MD of Siemens Technology & Services Pvt. Ltd, and Dr. Rishi Bhatnagar, Chair of the IET Future Tech Panel at the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), to tackle one of the most pressing challenges facing India's tech industry—the Component Conundrum.

Despite India’s growing presence in the global tech scene, the nation remains heavily dependent on imports for essential components like semiconductors. This episode explores the steps needed to build a self-reliant component ecosystem, the role of emerging technologies like the Industrial Metaverse, and the skills required to future-proof India's manufacturing sector. Plus, get a sneak peek into the upcoming Future Tech Congress 2024, where these critical issues will be at the forefront. Don't miss out on this enlightening episode!