Mr. Prasad Shejale, Founder and CEO at LS Digital, “The Union Budget’s forward-looking approach to Artificial Intelligence, with the establishment of a Center of Excellence (CoE) for AI, aligns with India’s vision of becoming a global digital powerhouse. At LS Digital, we believe AI is not just a tool but a transformative force driving Digital Business Transformation (DBT). With AI at the helm, we are leveraging its capabilities across research, prediction, and generation to unlock new possibilities for businesses, enhance decision-making, and drive intelligent automation.
The push for AI-led innovation, coupled with initiatives to streamline global operations and taxation frameworks, will accelerate enterprise adoption of digital technologies, making India a key hub for advanced AI-driven solutions. As businesses embrace AI to optimize efficiency and fuel innovation, LS Digital remains committed to pioneering cutting-edge solutions that shape the future of digital transformation.”
Mr. Venugopal Ganganna, Co-founder and CIO, LS Digital, “We welcome Budget 2025-26 as a forward-looking and growth-oriented budget that places significant emphasis on human capital development and digital transformation. The announcement of five National Centres of Excellence for Skilling demonstrates the government’s commitment to preparing India’s youth for global opportunities.
Additionally, the ₹500 crore commitment to an AI Centre of Excellence for Education demonstrates the nation’s serious intent towards technological innovation in learning. At LS Digital, empowering companies with AI-driven skilling solutions has been one of our core commitments, and the initiatives announced today will provide a significant boost to our mission. As a leader in digital business transformation, I am confident that these strategic initiatives will accelerate India’s transition to a knowledge economy, fostering talent development and digital innovation. At the same time, they will empower organizations with the competitive edge needed to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.”
Mr. Lalit Ahuja, CEO ANSR, “The proposed framework for expanding Global Capability Centers into tier-2 cities introduced by the Finance Minister marks a strategic pivot in India’s tech evolution and the recognition of the immense potential of GCCs as a force multiplier to our economic growth. With 80% of global firms yet to establish GCCs in India, this initiative unlocks tremendous potential for transforming India’s attractiveness as the global GCC capital, while creating millions of skilled jobs across the country’s emerging urban centers.
As a global market leader in the GCC industry, ANSR is a huge proponent of expansion of GCC markets to emerging Tier-2 cities. ANSR has partnered with organizations such as KDEM, GIFT City and several state governments to amplify the GCC expansion to Tier-2 cities
It’s truly heartening to see the Finance Minister acknowledge the GCC industry in this year’s budget. This recognition marks a pivotal moment for our sector, poised to break through the sound barrier of growth and emerge as a vital component of India’s IT landscape. The proposed national framework will be instrumental in unlocking the potential of tier 2 cities, driving the next wave of growth, and enabling us to build a robust talent supply engine that fuels innovation and excellence.”
Mr. Vikram Ahuja, Co-Founder ANSR, “The Union Budget 2025 marks a significant step forward for Global Capability Centers (GCCs) with the expansion of safe harbor rules and a structured approach to determining arm’s length pricing for international transactions. This move is set to create a more predictable and efficient regulatory environment, reducing compliance complexities and minimizing litigation risks. By fostering greater ease of doing business, India strengthens its position as the global hub for GCCs, driving sustained growth and competitiveness in the years ahead.”
