The main objectives of the inaugural session is to explore how innovation, digitalization, and sustainability will redefine India’s railways, logistics, and mobility sectors by 2047, aligning with the vision of Viksit Bharat—a developed India.
Opening Remarks by Host
- Introduce the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
- Frame the discussion around innovation, integration, and green mobility.
- Introduce Chief Guests and Keynote Speakers
Theme: National Vision & Strategy
- Overview of Gati Shakti, NLP, and future railway corridors.
- Goals for 2047: High-speed, green, and inclusive mobility.
- Role of public investment and policy reforms.
Speaker 2: Technology Expert / Railway PSU Head (e.g., RDSO, IRCTC, RVNL)
Theme: Digital Rail Infrastructure
- Smart signaling (KAVACH), 5G integration, AI & IoT in rail ops.
- Digital twin tech for predictive maintenance and simulation.
- Enhancing safety and automation across networks.
Speaker 3: Private Sector / Startup Leader in Logistics or Rail Tech
Theme: Innovation & Private Participation
- Case studies from startups and PPPs in station redevelopment, Vande Bharat trains, and freight corridors.
- Startup ecosystem, iDEX & Make-in-India for mobility.
- Logistics optimization using blockchain, AI & automation.
Speaker 4: Sustainability Expert / Green Mobility Consultant
Theme: Sustainable & Green Mobility
- Path to carbon-neutral railways by 2030.
- Hydrogen trains, biofuel options, electrification status.
- Role of modal shift (from road to rail) in climate strategy.
Speaker 5: Urban Mobility Planner / Metro Rail Official / RRTS Expert
Theme: Integrated Urban & Regional Transit for 2047
- Integration of metro, suburban, and regional systems.
- Progress on NCMC, smart ticketing, and last-mile connectivity.
- Role of RRTS in future city-region transport models.
Closing Remarks by Host
- Cross-cutting challenges: Skills, funding, scalability.
- Collaborative innovation: Government, industry & academia.
- Vision of mobility in a developed India by 2047.
