Stanford India Policy and Economics Club (SIPEC)

#SIPEC is proud to co-host a special celebration honoring the legendary mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan in association with Indiaspora and Agastya International Foundation. We’re thrilled to mark the occasion of the unveiling of a commemorative bust at Stanford's Department of Mathematics—paying tribute to Ramanujan's extraordinary contributions to the world of mathematics and beyond. Join us as we celebrate his legacy and the enduring impact of his work. #Ramanujan #Mathematics #Stanford #Inspiration #STEM

The #IndiaPak conflict remains top of mind for many students. SIPEC and Hoover Institution, Stanford University co-hosted an insightful roundtable session on the war, led by Dr. Arzan Tarapore and Dr. Sumit Ganguly. Key topics of discussion included the future of #nuclear warfare and military strategy, the future of India's relationship with #China, and the role of the #UnitedStates in conflict mediation. Thanks to the students who engaged so thoughtfully with these topics - you are the #changemakers and champions of the US-India partnership SIPEC aims to empower.

Join us for a timely and insightful discussion on the #IndiaPak conflict in partnership with Hoover Institution, Stanford University. Dr. Sumit Ganguly and Dr. Arzan Tarapore will be leading a conversation on the evolving nature of the conflict and where we go from here. This is open to Stanford University students. https://lnkd.in/gzWMJzXz

#MondaysAtMyna: Big change starts at the grassroots. ✨ 🌏 At the Stanford India Conference 2025, our founder Suhani Jalota spoke about the power of local communities, especially women, leading their own solutions. When those closest to the problem become the problem-solvers, it creates jobs, drives innovation, and fuels sustainable change. From everyday services to AI training, the future is being built from the ground up. #MynaMahilaFoundation #SuhaniJalota #StanfordIndia2025 #GrassrootsLeadership #WomenAtWork #TechForGood #CommunityPower #LocalSolutions #stanfordindiaconference2025 #FutureOfWork

When I left for the US to speak at the Stanford India Conference 2025, I was engrossed in the nitty gritties of travel but by the time I landed the horrifying tragedy of Pahalgam had overtaken the news. The news of it spread fast (in the details) and slow (in the implications) across the San Francisco Bay area. It was an undercurrent in everyone's daily lives and a reminder of 26/11 in the manner in which innocent Indians were targeted. The conference brought the conversation front and center where the keynote by Arnab Goswami as well as multiple panels pondered the event, its implications and India's response. There were intense debates on the identity and security of 'Bharat'. Our panel focused on the other keyword ('Viksit', meaning developed) of our 2047 national goal - 'Viksit Bharat' - and explored how for a key driver of the economy: Energy, India can prepare for its future needs. Today with a very successful Operation Sindoor India has made it very clear that we won't be taken for granted and we will bring to their senses those who continue to be stuck in the past. While at the same time, we will continue to build for the future, with the UK FTA signed yesterday and other dimensions of progress continuing apace, as also discussed at the conference. Thank you Stanford India Policy and Economics Club (SIPEC) and Prof Anurag Mairal, PhD (He/His) for inviting me for this opportunity and to get to witness the multiple levels at which various institutions in India and the Indian diaspora are collaborating to build a better future. Here's to India's century. 🥂 #StanfordIndiaConference #SIPEC #stanford #sustainability #vc #energy #clean #innovation #JaiHind #OperationSindoor

The #StanfordIndiaConference hosted an engaging panel that explored the growing intersection of entrepreneurship, investment, and innovation between India and the U.S. Moderated by the inimitable Pranav Pai, this panel brought together Anil Advani, Manthan Shah and Saurabh Mukherjea, FRSA to share their invaluable insights on the rapidly evolving venture capital ecosystem. Key takeaways: 1. India's Tech Powerhouse: From cost-effective solutions to global leaders like Postman & Innovacer. India is producing world-class tech talent. 2. India-US Synergy: Indian founders are making waves in Silicon Valley, securing big investments & shaping the next trillion-dollar companies. Global Mindset: Today’s Indian entrepreneurs think global, building products for users worldwide from day one. 3. Innovation Over Location: The focus is on creating products people can’t live without, no matter where they’re based. 4. India’s $20 Trillion Future: With a rapidly growing economy, India is on track to lead in tech, IT services & pharma. India's entrepreneurial ecosystem is thriving—watch this space for the next wave of global leaders! https://lnkd.in/ggBGp4Bf #Tech #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #IndiaGrowth #GlobalBusiness

Stanford India Policy and Economics Club (SIPEC) was proud to host a powerful and deeply insightful discussion at the #StanfordIndiaConference, exploring how India is navigating growth from the ground up. We had Sriram Balasubramanian, Suhani Jalota and Dinsha Mistree, who brought diverse perspectives—from policy to grassroots innovation to institutional reform. Here's what stood out: 1. Leadership Rooted in Experience: Policies that transform lives—like Swachh Bharat and Ujjwala Yojana—often come from leaders who’ve lived the challenges. When policymakers understand the realities of poverty, the results speak for themselves. 2. Don't Underestimate the Informal Economy: Despite decades of economic reform, 80% of jobs in India still come from the informal sector. This isn’t a flaw—it’s a strength. Resilient, adaptive, and now increasingly digital, this sector needs support, not replacement. 3. Localization Is the Future: From One District, One Product to grassroots gig work for rural women, solutions must be hyperlocal to be effective. Community-driven problem-solving is not only more sustainable—it creates jobs and builds dignity. 4. Tech + Local Knowledge = Real Impact: Whether it’s AI trained on regional dialects or mobile plumbers in rural towns, technology becomes transformative when it's designed with and for the community. 5. Policy Needs to Meet People Where They Are: Cultural context matters—aligning with India’s lived traditions and diverse ways of life is key to long-term success. A huge thank you to our brilliant panelists and audience for an energizing conversation. This is just the beginning—we're excited to keep building on these ideas. https://lnkd.in/gVaXu-bN #InclusiveGrowth #StanfordIndiaConference #PolicyInnovation #GrassrootsLeadership #InformalEconomy #TechForImpact #ConferenceHighlights #FutureOfWork

We are fortunate to have the support of 3one4 Capital - truly grateful for their commitment to furthering #US-#India dialogue at Stanford University and beyond

What a powerful, grounded, and inspiring panel at the Stanford India Conference 2025! This session brought together: Mohandas Pai – Veteran of Indian IT, who reminded us why global ambition starts with breaking tariff walls and building for the world. Jeetu Patel (Cisco) – Observed the “swagger” in India’s young talent, where scale is now an asset, and India’s government operates with startup agility. Saket Modi (Safe Security) – Candidly shared how he pivoted from services to product, built a 100% India-based engineering team, and grew a $30M ARR business without selling in India. Anand Chandrasekaran – Traced India’s startup evolution: from copycats, to SaaS innovators, to B2B transformers, and now to deep-tech builders reshaping GDP-scale sectors. Key Takeaways: 1. India’s technical talent and ambition are no longer in doubt. What’s missing? Capital depth, creative risk, and courage to dream beyond $10B exits. 2. Indian startups must think not just of building unicorns, but global category-defining companies. 3. Solving India’s capital constraint—especially institutional and R&D funding—is crucial for global leadership. 4. Proposals like a Stanford–India Founder Bridge could unlock transformative collaborations between ecosystems. Finally, “India is good at the ‘D’ in R&D — but needs more investment in the ‘R.’” “Don’t just hustle — finish with excellence.” “Dream $100B+, not $10B.” We left the room motivated, grounded in reality, and most importantly, ready to scale India’s ambition globally. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gaF55fBR

At the Stanford India Conference 2025, we hosted a timely discussion on Geopolitics and Defense in a Changing World: India’s Role in Global Security amid great power rivalries, technological disruption, and shifting alliances with Asha Jadeja, Venture Capitalist, Motwani Jadeja Foundation, Sumit Ganguly, Senior Fellow, Hoover Institution, and Arzan Tarapore, Research Scholar, CISAC. Key Insights from the Panel: 1. India’s Strategic Dilemma: As China’s influence grows, India faces constraints in counterbalancing it, both economically and militarily. Persistent tensions with Pakistan often divert regional focus. 2. Power vs. Partnership: India’s rise is increasingly tied to its partnership with the U.S.—yet its commitment to strategic autonomy complicates deeper defence and tech integration. 3. Global Forums: BRICS is losing relevance, while the Quad emerges as the most promising mini-lateral for regional security cooperation. 4. Warfare in Transition: Cybersecurity, AI, and disinformation have blurred the lines of modern conflict, but traditional warfare remains alive and critical, as recent global events show. 5. Role of Indian-Origin Innovators: Indian entrepreneurs and technologists, especially in Silicon Valley, can play a major role in defence innovation through AI, semiconductors, dual-use tech, and secure infrastructure. 6. Final Thought: India must walk a fine line—leveraging global partnerships while retaining autonomy—to shape a multipolar, secure, and resilient Indo-Pacific. Watch the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/gyZzmJxd #StanfordIndiaConference #india #SIPEC #defense #AI #Quad #US #Australia #Japan #stanford