ASME Brings Premier Engineering Congress to India, Fostering Global Collaboration and Innovation
Hyderabad – In a landmark event for the nation’s engineering community, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) inaugurated its flagship International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition (IMECE) in India for the first time. Hosted in Hyderabad, IMECE India 2025 has convened a powerful coalition of researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and academics to dialogue on futuristic engineering and solidify India’s position on the global innovation map.
The congress serves as a critical platform for knowledge exchange, featuring thought-provoking keynotes and policy dialogues aimed at addressing next-generation challenges. A significant milestone was achieved with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ASME and the ICT Academy of Kerala, designed to strengthen collaboration in research, education, and advanced manufacturing.
A Strategic Hub for Manufacturing and Innovation
The event garnered strong governmental support, underscoring the strategic importance of engineering and technology to regional economic development. In his address, the Hon. Shri Srinivas Kondapalli, Minister for MSME, SERP, and NRI Empowerment & Relations for the Government of Andhra Pradesh, detailed the state’s ambitious growth plans.
“I feel deeply honoured to be a part of ASME’s IMECE India 2025,” Minister Kondapalli stated. “Andhra Pradesh, with its strong infrastructure, sectoral parks, and innovation hubs, is fast emerging as a hub for manufacturing, MSMEs, and exports — contributing nearly 8% to India’s total exports. With forward-looking policies, investment-ready industrial nodes, and a focus on sustainability, the state is creating unprecedented opportunities for industries and startups alike.”
Echoing this sentiment from the host state, Shri Sanjay Kumar, IAS Special Chief Secretary for the Departments of ITE&C and Industries & Commerce, Government of Telangana, commented: “With progressive policies, robust infrastructure, and strong industry collaboration, we are creating an enabling ecosystem for startups, MSMEs, and global enterprises to thrive. Platforms like IMECE India 2025 not only showcase India’s engineering and technological excellence but also reinforce Telangana’s commitment to becoming a preferred destination for investment and innovation.”
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From Consumer to Creator: India’s Deep-Tech Ascent
The theme of India’s evolving role from a technology consumer to a world-class innovator was a central focus. Pawan Kumar Chandana, Co-Founder of pioneering space-tech firm Skyroot Aerospace, highlighted the transformative shift occurring across sectors.
“India is no longer just a consumer of advanced technologies — we are now building and exporting world-class deep tech to the globe,” Chandana said. “From defence to drones, biotech to quantum, and space to semiconductors, Indian startups are driving breakthroughs that will transform industries and societies. Skyroot is delighted to be a part of IMECE India 2025, and we look forward to such platforms providing India a global stage to showcase innovation.”
Bridging Global Networks and Academia
ASME leadership emphasized the congress’s role in connecting India’s technical talent with global resources and communities. Madhukar Sharma, President & Director of ASME India, noted, “IMECE India 2025 marks a transformative moment for Indian engineers, researchers, and the wider technical community. By connecting them with global networks and fostering applied research through our Technical and Engineering Communities… we are enabling the development of more sustainable and innovative products.”
ASME President Dr. Lester K. Su reinforced the organization’s commitment to the region, stating, “We are deeply committed to partnering with India to support research and development, expand access to global engineering tools, and bridge academia and industry… We are particularly inspired by India’s ambitious work in sustainability, from renewable energy integration to smart manufacturing and resilient infrastructure. These are the kinds of breakthroughs that will shape the next century, and India is already taking the lead.”
For academics, the event’s debut in India is a game-changer. Dr. Shanmuga Sundaram, Congress Vice Chair for IMECE India 2025, captured the sentiment, saying, “The dream of every academician, presenting a paper at the world’s largest gathering of mechanical engineers was once an aspiration reserved for those who could travel to the U.S. Today, that dream has become a reality… This inaugural event promises to be an enriching experience, serving as a fertile ground for future collaborations and ground-breaking ideas.”
By uniting government policy, industrial ambition, and academic excellence, IMECE India 2025 is poised to accelerate India’s journey toward becoming an innovation-driven economy and a global leader in sustainable engineering solutions.
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