Rajiv Kumar, Managing Director and President of Microsoft, India, addressed the students of NRI IT College at Perecharla village near Guntur on Friday. | Photo Credit: T. VIJAY KUMAR
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies are revolutionizing the global economy and driving development, noted Rajiv Kumar, CEO and President, Microsoft India.
During his keynote address at NRI Institute of Technology (NRIIT), Guntur, on Friday on the topic “New Trends in Technology and Industry Readiness for Students,” Mr. Kumar emphasized that every new technology should be welcomed and encouraged.
He also urged the students to cultivate the qualities of great leaders. For example, he highlighted three key traits of Microsoft founder Bill Gates – effective decision-making, long-term thinking and risk-taking – that helped the company become a global leader. Mr. Kumar further noted that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has qualities that have contributed to the company’s continued growth, including effective communication, constant learning and creating clarity. The CEO emphasized that students must be prepared to face dynamic challenges by continuously learning and improving their skills. NRIIT Secretary and Correspondent Alapati Rajendra Prasad, Principal Ravindra Alapati, K. Madhu Murthy, Chairman Andhra Pradesh State Board of Higher Education and a large number of engineering students attended the event.
Published – 24 Oct 2025 20:35 IST
