At the Ideas of India Summit 2026, the session “Make in India 2.0: Competing with the World” featured Madhur Daga, Managing Director of Orient Bell Limited, sharing insights on how Indian manufacturing can scale globally while staying resilient in a rapidly shifting economic landscape. Daga highlighted that global competitiveness today is driven not just by cost efficiency but by innovation, quality, and sustainability. He explained how long-term thinking inspired by his discipline as an endurance athlete and his practice of mindfulness shapes his approach to building a future-ready organization. Strengthening core fundamentals such as operational efficiency, financial discipline, product innovation, and clean technology, he noted, is essential for Indian companies aiming to compete on the world stage. Addressing the impact of artificial intelligence, Daga described AI as a transformative force that will reshape roles rather than eliminate them. He emphasized the need for continuous learning and adaptability, urging both businesses and individuals to view technological disruption as an opportunity to evolve. The session painted a broader picture of India’s journey toward becoming a leading global economy, aligning corporate ambition with national growth goals. By blending strategic foresight with a people-centric philosophy, Daga presented a vision of Indian industry that is confident, agile, and ready to lead in the next phase of global competition.


