Fireside Chat with Smitha Hemmigae, Managing Director, ANSR

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Fireside Chat with Smitha Hemmigae, Managing Director, ANSR

Moderator: Sayantan Mondal, Correspondent, Express Computer & CRN India, The Indian Express Group

Topic: Tier-II Cities as GCC Powerhouses: Unlocking New Frontier

Key Highlights:
[1] GCCs are fostering a shared culture and values across geographies, functioning as one global team.

[2] Expanding into smaller cities brings benefits but also challenges like talent gaps, infrastructure, and regulatory hurdles.

[3] GCC growth is now part of India’s national agenda, with government and industry collaboration on talent and policy.

[4] Focus on upskilling through micro-credentials, curriculum updates, and skill index tracking across cities.

[5] New hubs like Vizag, Indore, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Trivandram and Gift City are expected to lead GCC expansion by 2030.