The ET Industry Leaders Awards North East 2025, organized by The Times of India in association with Byatikram Group, concluded successfully at Hotel Vivanta, Guwahati, honoring exceptional achievers from across the region. The ceremony brought together business leaders, innovators, and social contributors on one platform to celebrate outstanding contributions in education, healthcare, journalism, art, and social service.
The event commenced with the National and State Anthem, followed by ceremonial lamp lighting. Distinguished guests included Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Rana Pratap Kalita, Dr. B. Kalyan Chakraborty, Prof. Dr. Nachiketa Tripathi, actor Nishita Goswami, and Dr. Saumen Bharatiya, President of Byatikram Group. Thirty-one luminaries and institutions, including Prof. Dr. Sangeeta Tripathi, Wasbir Hussain, Jatin Bora, Health City Hospital, and Narayana Etechno School, were felicitated for their exemplary contributions.
Lt. Gen. Kalita lauded the region’s talent and commitment, while Dr. Chakraborty emphasized the event’s role in motivating the next generation. Dr. Bharatiya highlighted the North East as a hub of innovation and praised The Times of India for promoting regional excellence.
In Guwahati, the awards underscored the city’s growing stature as a business and innovation hub. Local enterprises and educational institutions received significant recognition, reflecting Guwahati’s dynamic ecosystem that continues to attract investment and foster entrepreneurial growth.
The evening also featured musical performances by Sanskrita Malakar and violinist Ekta PT Hazarika, concluding on a note of inspiration and pride for the North East.