Nandan Nilekani

Nandan Nilekani

• Expert in digital transformation of government and society
• Respected entrepreneur, technologist, and public policy innovator
• Co-founder and non-executive chairman of the IT services company Infosys
• Uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology, governance, digital identity, financial inclusion, and public infrastructure

Nandan Nilekani, a globally respected Indian entrepreneur, technologist, and public policy innovator, is best known as Infosys’s co-founder and non-executive Chairman. Infosys is one of India’s largest and most influential IT services companies. He is widely regarded as a visionary in the digital transformation of government and society. He also played a pivotal role in launching Aadhaar, the world’s most extensive biometric ID system, during his tenure as Chairman of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).

With a career that spans the corporate world and public service, Nandan Nilekani is uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology, governance, digital identity, financial inclusion, and public infrastructure. He served as the Chairman of Infosys from 2002 to 2007 and returned as non-executive chairman in 2017 to help guide the company through its next wave of innovation.

A celebrated author and thought leader, Nandan Nilekani wrote the bestselling books ‘Imagining India: The Idea of a Renewed Nation’ and ‘Rebooting India’. His books offer deep insights into India’s development challenges and the role of technology in nation-building. He is a strong advocate of open digital ecosystems that empower citizens. Because of this, he co-founded several initiatives, including India Stack, the EkStep Foundation (focused on learning equity), and Beckn Protocol (an open network for digital commerce).

Nandan Nilekani is a member of several global policy and technology think tanks, including the World Economic Forum and the Rockefeller Foundation’s Economic Council. He is widely recognised for driving digital public infrastructure (DPI) and promoting inclusive innovation that benefits emerging economies.

Nandan Nilekani – Speaker

A sought-after conference speaker, Nandan Nilekani focuses his talks on digital transformation, the future of work, and using AI for good. He lives in India and presents his talks in English.

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Speaker Topics

• Digital Transformation of Government and Society

How nations can build scalable, inclusive digital public infrastructure (e.g., Aadhaar, UPI, India Stack)

The future of e-governance and tech-enabled public services

• Tech for Good: Innovation in Emerging Economies

Empowering citizens through digital ID, payment systems, and open data

The role of technology in eradicating poverty and promoting inclusion

• The Future of Work and Education

Skill development and digital learning for the next generation

Technology’s role in reshaping the labour force and opportunity landscapes

• Entrepreneurship, Startups, and India’s Digital Economy

Lessons from building Infosys into a global powerhouse

How open digital networks like ONDC and Beckn Protocol are redefining commerce

• Corporate Leadership and Responsible Innovation

Governance challenges in tech-driven companies

Ethical leadership in the age of data, AI, and public trust