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Goa’s Tech Leader Mangirish Salelkar Speaks at 8th Global AI Leadership Meet

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In a proud moment for Goa’s growing tech ecosystem, Mangirish Salelkar, CEO & Co-Founder of Umang Software, took center stage as a key speaker at the ‘AI for India’ – 8th Global AI Leadership Meet. The prestigious forum brought together thought leaders, global tech companies, and policymakers to shape the future of Artificial Intelligence in India and beyond.

Speaking on the global platform, Mr. Salelkar highlighted the transformative role of AI across sectors — from revolutionizing healthcare and modernizing businesses to creating smarter governance systems. With practical insights and a vision rooted in innovation, he emphasized the need for India to lead responsibly and inclusively in the AI age.

One of the major highlights of his address was the introduction of the Goa AI Mission — an ambitious initiative designed to position Goa as a leading hub for AI-powered innovation, talent development, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. The mission aims to:

  • Establish AI research and development clusters in Goa
  • Foster AI education and training for youth and professionals
  • Promote startup incubation and tech entrepreneurship
  • Collaborate with national and global tech players

“Goa has the talent, infrastructure, and vision to become a meaningful contributor to India’s AI future. The Goa AI Mission is our collective blueprint for inclusive tech-driven growth,” Mr. Salelkar stated.

This event reinforces Goa’s presence on the national and global innovation map, with leaders like Mangirish Salelkar driving bold ideas that combine technology, vision, and impact.

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Apple Appoints Indian-Origin Executive Sabih Khan as New Chief Operating Officer

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Cupertino, California – July 8, 2025 : In a significant leadership move, Apple Inc. has appointed Sabih Khan, an Indian-origin executive and veteran of the company, as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). The announcement underscores Apple’s continued focus on operational excellence and a global, inclusive leadership model.

Sabih Khan has been with Apple for over two decades and has been instrumental in shaping the company’s world-class supply chain and operations strategy. As SVP of Operations, Khan led the global effort to scale up Apple’s hardware operations, manage supplier relationships, and ensure sustainable and ethical manufacturing practices.

Khan’s work has been pivotal in making Apple’s global manufacturing and logistics operations a benchmark in the tech industry. From ensuring supply chain transparency to driving Apple’s environmental goals across its production network, he’s been a key figure behind the scenes of some of Apple’s most iconic product launches.

Born to Indian-origin parents and raised with a deep appreciation for both Eastern and Western perspectives, Khan’s rise reflects the increasing influence of the Indian diaspora in global tech leadership. His appointment makes him one of the most high-profile Indian-origin executives currently serving in a top C-suite role at a Fortune 100 company.

📈 Leadership Transition and Future Vision

Apple CEO Tim Cook praised Khan’s contributions, calling him “a visionary operational leader who understands the balance of precision, sustainability, and innovation.” Khan will now oversee all operations functions globally and play a central role in ensuring Apple’s continued ability to deliver products on time, at scale, and with high quality.

In a brief statement, Sabih Khan said,

“I’m honoured to take on this role and continue building the systems and partnerships that make Apple’s innovation possible. The future of operations is not just scale, but responsibility — and we will continue to lead on both.”

As Apple continues to expand its hardware and services portfolio globally, Khan’s promotion signals a new era of operations leadership. It’s also a moment of pride for the Indian tech community as another Indian-origin professional takes on a key global role at one of the world’s most valuable companies.

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Mangirish Salelkar returns as President of Goa Technology Association for 2025–2027

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The Goa Technology Association (GTA), the state’s premier body representing IT, ITeS, BPO companies, and technology startups, has unanimously elected Mangirish Salelkar as its President for the 2025–2027 term. A respected technopreneur and ecosystem builder, Salelkar earlier served as GTA’s President during the 2017–2019 and 2019–2021 terms, where he played a key role in shaping Goa’s tech landscape through strategic initiatives and collaborative leadership.
 
Established in 2017, GTA has grown into the collective voice of over 100 tech companies and startups in Goa. It offers a robust platform for dialogue, policy advocacy, and ecosystem building. The Association has contributed significantly to the state’s IT and Startup Policies and has led several impactful initiatives in the areas of skill development, entrepreneurship, and investment promotion.


 
While speaking on his reappointment, Salelkar said, “GTA is not just an association—it is a mission to put Goa on the global tech map. Our focus in this term will be to strengthen the ecosystem, unlock opportunities for local talent, support startups, and build strong partnerships that fuel sustainable growth.”
 
Known for his visionary outlook and inclusive leadership, Salelkar continues to play a vital role in bridging the gap between industry, academia, and government in Goa. His return to the presidency comes at a time when the state’s technology sector is poised for greater national and international relevance.


 
The newly elected GTA Managing Committee for the 2025–2027 term includes Mangirish Salelkar as President, Milind Prabhu and Rohan Warty as Vice Presidents, Chinmay Kamat as Secretary, and Amol Bhandarkar as Treasurer. Sujeet Shetty as the Immediate Past President, while the committee also includes members Yashvit Naik, Vikram Pai Raikar, and Rohir Naik. Additionally, Sunaya Shirodkar has been appointed as Chairperson of the Women’s Wing.
 
Over the next two years, GTA aims to focus on building strong industry-academia partnerships to develop future-ready talent, work closely with the government in attracting investments into Goa’s tech infrastructure, and supporting the growth of deep-tech and product-driven startups. The Association will also work on enhancing member engagement, advocating progressive policies and incentives, and establishing global linkages to showcase the potential of Goan tech talent on the world stage.
 
With a renewed leadership team and a clear roadmap, GTA is ready to lead Goa’s digital and economic transformation into its next chapter.