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Plea from the Northeast: A Call for Inclusion

Anjan Pathak, Co-founder and CTO at Vantage Circle, put the spotlight on the immense untapped potential of India's Northeastern region as a hub for Global Capability Centres (GCCs). Despite its strategic location as the gateway to Southeast Asia, abundant natural resources, and a skilled talent pool, the region has struggled to emerge as an important player in India's thriving tech ecosystem.

"Global Capability Centres (GCCs) have evolved significantly, becoming key drivers of innovation and technology in India's thriving tech sector. However, their presence remains predominantly concentrated in Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities like Bangalore, benefiting from well-established tech ecosystems," Pathak said.

He added that the lack of IT parks, reliable digital infrastructure, and established tech ecosystems in the Northeast India has been a major impediment. According to him, targeted interventions in the Union Budget FY26 could transform the region's industrial and technological landscape. "As a company headquartered in Assam, and serving global clients like Wipro, Tata Motors, and Infosys, we see vast potential for transformation in the region," he said.

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