Pune Event report
IFCCI Pune | Data Security Essentials
IFCCI Pune successfully organized a knowledge-driven seminar on “Data Security Essentials” on Thursday, 29th May 2025.
The Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IFCCI) successfully organized a knowledge-driven seminar on “Data Security Essentials” on Thursday, 29th May 2025.
The event brought together industry leaders, cybersecurity experts, and legal specialists to explore the evolving landscape of data protection, especially in light of India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) and the disruptive impact of Generative AI.
Ms. Rucha Awati, Manager – Events & Membership at IFCCI Pune welcomed the participants and elaborated the importance of Data Security in the recent times.
Key Highlights:
- Keynote Address:
Prasad Deore, Senior Director, Data Security Council of India (DSCI), set the tone with his insights on the evolving role of the CISO as a Strategic Leader in Digital Transformation. He emphasized the shift from compliance to a business-centric security approach in today's digital-first economy.
- Fireside Chat: Data Protection in the Era of Gen AI
Moderated by Rajesh Desai, CEO & MD, Lyra Network Asia, this thought-provoking session featured Yashowardhan Sowale, VP – Insights & Data, Capgemini & Manoj Bhat, Senior Director – IT, Asia Pacific, Dassault Systemes Global Services.
The panellists reflected on how Generative AI is redefining data usage, and the need for proactive frameworks to ensure data privacy while enabling innovation.
- Panel Discussion: Deliberating the DPDP Act Implementation
An engaging discussion moderated by Shibani Gon from Bureau Veritas, with expert perspectives from –
Prasad Deore, Data Security Council of India ,
Supratim Chakraborty, Partner, Khaitan & Co.,
Tanuja Sardesai, Lead - Legal, Data Privacy & Compliance, AXA Global Business Services
Sushil Upadhyay, Cybersecurity/Governance Lead, Michelin
The panel unpacked the challenges and opportunities around implementing the DPDPA, and how businesses can align compliance with operational efficiency.
Subsequently, a Q&A session followed which made the discussion even more interactive.
The event concluded with a formal vote of thanks, followed by networking over high-tea, fostering deeper engagement among attendees from the Indo-French business ecosystem.
Special Thanks to our Event Partner – Khaitan & Co.
