The DeepTech/GovTech Innovation Conclave 2024, hosted by the Global Forum for Sustainable Transformation (GFST) and the Government of Andhra Pradesh, is the flagship event of the GFST Conclave Series, themed “Shaping the Next Era of Governance.”
Held on December 5–6, 2024, at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, the event serves as a dynamic platform to advance Andhra Pradesh’s vision of becoming a global DeepTech hub and a model of tech-driven, inclusive governance.
Vision & Focus:
Building on Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s mission of Swarna Andhra Pradesh @ 2047, the conclave envisions transforming governance, healthcare, and entrepreneurship through advanced technologies — leveraging AI, ML, IoT, and data analytics to create scalable, replicable digital governance models.
Key Objectives:
Develop a 5-year roadmap for AI and DeepTech-led governance reform in Andhra Pradesh.
Establish a Health AI & Digital Stack to improve healthcare access, efficiency, and resilience across 5.29 crore citizens.
Empower MSMEs and Self-Help Groups through digital ecosystems, financial inclusion, and smart data frameworks.
Advance AI-driven decision-making and outcome tracking via KPIs, log frames, and performance dashboards.
Drive the People–Public–Private Partnership (P4) model, aligning innovation with inclusivity and sustainability.
Strategic Themes:
GovTech & Governance:
Using data intelligence, automation, and real-time analytics to optimize policy outcomes, transparency, and service delivery.HealthTech:
Building a resilient, AI-powered healthcare infrastructure to reduce disease burden and improve maternal, child, and elderly care.MSME Empowerment:
Integrating fintech, digital credit, and smart market access platforms to empower 33 lakh MSMEs and SHGs across Andhra Pradesh.AI for Good:
Harnessing AI and IoT to enable predictive governance, early warning systems, and scalable solutions for public well-being.
Key Highlights:
Leadership: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurates the event, reinforcing AP’s leadership in digital governance.
Sessions & Focus Areas:
DeepTech for Governance
GovTech for Efficiency & Transparency
AI for Public Health Transformation
MSME Empowerment through Technology
Women Entrepreneurs & P4 Collaboration
Ecosystem Integration: Brings together global innovators, venture capitalists, academia, and policy institutions to design cross-sectoral solutions.
Expert Speakers Include:
Leaders from Tata Consultancy Services, SAP Labs, STPI, PwC, ONDC, India Health Fund, PolicyBazaar, and global research institutions.
Expected Outcomes:
Blueprint for a Tech-Enabled Swarna Andhra @ 2047
Launch of AI-Powered Health Stack for public health and wellness
Formation of MSME Digital Readiness Task Force
Policy recommendations for GovTech Maturity & Implementation Framework
Strengthening India’s position as a global leader in sustainable digital governance
Conclusion:
The DeepTech/GovTech Innovation Conclave 2024 is more than an event — it’s a catalyst for systemic transformation. By bridging technology, governance, and inclusion, Andhra Pradesh is set to become a model state for AI-enabled, citizen-centric development—driving India’s vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047.


