National Awards for Manufacturing Competitiveness 2025 Celebrates India's Industrial Growth
June 14, 2025 | ITC Maratha, Mumbai
India's most influential gathering of manufacturing minds convened on June 14, 2025, at the ITC Maratha, Mumbai, to celebrate industrial excellence at the annual National Awards for Manufacturing Competitiveness (NAMC) presentation ceremony. The evening marked a significant milestone in the country's journey toward global manufacturing leadership.
The awards ceremony was held immediately after the 7th edition of the Manufacturing Thought Leaders' Summit (MTLS), an event that has come to symbolize the spirit of knowledge exchange and innovation among India's industrial visionaries.
Padma Bhushan Dr. A. Sivathanu Pillai, one of India's most distinguished scientists and technocrats, graced the event as the Chief Guest. In recognition of his monumental contributions to science and nation-building, Dr. Pillai was conferred with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Research Institute for Manufacturing (IRIM). The award was presented by Mr. Ravi Kant, former Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Tata Motors, in a moving and celebratory ceremony.
The evening was further elevated by the presence of distinguished special guests from some of India's leading industrial houses:
Mr. Satish Agrawal – President, Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Mr. Saurabh Khedekar – President and CEO – Hindalco Alumina Business, Hindalco Industries Limited
Mr. Lokendra Raj Singh – Chief Operating Officer, JSW Steel
Mr. Lakshminarayana Neti – Chief Operating Officer, Biological E. Ltd
Mr. Shirish Bhide – Operations and Supply Chain India Lead, Cummins India Limited
Mr. Nirupam Sahay – CEO, Hindware Limited
Mr. Rajendra Chunodkar – President – Manufacturing Operations, Lupin Limited
Mr. Vikas Garg – Chief Manufacturing Officer, Superform Chemistries Ltd. (UPL Group Company)
Mr. P R Bhaskar Reddy – Director, Hetero Labs Limited
Mr. Amit Gupta – Director – Infrastructure, Energy and Materials Business, Dassault Systèmes
Mr. Praveer Kumar – Executive Director, GAIL
Mr. Vijay Kumar Bindlish – Senior Vice President, Jindal Stainless Limited
The summit featured compelling keynote addresses and thought-provoking discussions by some of India's most respected minds across industries. Esteemed speakers included:
Dr. Anil Khandelwal, former Chairman and Managing Director, Bank of Baroda
Dr. Ganesh Natarajan, former Chairman, NASSCOM
Mr. Rajesh Srivastava, renowned author and leadership expert
Dr Sibichen Mathew, renowned author and bureaucrat
Mr. Barath from Zoho, who shared insights on a simplified approach to developing customized business solutions, highlighting the importance of agility and adaptability in today's digital landscape
Speakers from Dassault Systèmes, the Technology Partner for the summit, also captivated the audience with powerful case studies showcasing scientific software solutions and their application in real-world manufacturing environments. Their presentations demonstrated how advanced modelling and simulation tools can accelerate innovation and improve product and process efficiency.
The summit's Knowledge Partner, Deloitte India, brought deep insights into the digital transformation of manufacturing.
Mr. Jayakumar, Partner at Deloitte India, emphasized the necessity of digital adoption to enhance global competitiveness.
Ms. Sudeeptha Veerapaneni, Chief Innovation Officer, spoke about the critical need for gigafactories and hyper-connected supply chains.
Mr. Rahul Ghosh discussed the application of digital twins to optimize operations and unlock efficiencies on the shop floor.
The NAMC Awards ceremony saw the convergence of over a hundred participating factories, celebrating the rigor, innovation, and operational excellence demonstrated across the manufacturing sector. Business leaders who accepted the awards on behalf of their respective units praised the transparent, technical, and robust assessment methodology adopted by IRIM in identifying the winners.
This year, 118 factories were evaluated, and 91 units were recognized across various categories for their outstanding performance. The most coveted title, the NAMC 2025 Trophy, was claimed by the Vijayanagar Works of JSW Ltd. The First Runner-up award went to Tata Motors Electric Mobility Unit, Sanand, while JSL's Hisar Unit secured the Second Runner-up position.
As India aims to become a global manufacturing powerhouse, the NAMC Awards and the MTLS platform serve as a beacon, celebrating excellence, encouraging innovation, and reinforcing the nation's commitment to building a resilient and future-ready industrial ecosystem.
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