Puja Garg, National President, FICCI FLO, was invited as a panelist at the NDTV Emerging Business Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, contributing to an engaging discussion on “Demographics, AI & the Future of Work.”hrome
Sharing the stage with Rajiv K. Chawla, Chairman, Integrated Association of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises of India, she participated in a thought-provoking conversation on how India’s demographic advantage, combined with the transformative power of AI, is reshaping the future of work, entrepreneurship and economic growth.
During the discussion, Ms. Garg emphasized that India’s greatest strength lies in its young and dynamic workforce. As AI continues to redefine industries and lower barriers to innovation and entrepreneurship, it presents an unprecedented opportunity to equip the country’s youth and women with future-ready skills, strengthen digital literacy, and enable women-led enterprises to innovate, scale, and create meaningful employment.
She also highlighted the critical role of industry bodies such as FICCI FLO in fostering an ecosystem of continuous learning, entrepreneurship and leadership. By empowering women, strengthening MSMEs and promoting inclusive innovation, India can transform its demographic dividend into a global competitive advantage and a catalyst for sustainable and inclusive growth.
The discussion reinforced that the future of work is not just about technology…it is about preparing people to lead, adapt, and thrive in a rapidly evolving world.