The Rise of Tech Events in India: A New Era for Cloud-Native Computing

As India emerges as a significant player in the global public cloud landscape, with its public cloud services market projected to reach $25.5 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 24.3% for 2023-28, the country is witnessing a surge in tech events. This growth is mirrored in the live events market, which is experiencing a 15% YoY growth, fostering a stronger community and facilitating the exchange of ideas and innovation in the public cloud sector.

Over the past few years, we have seen cities such as Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai emerge as key hubs for public cloud events, hosting conferences and meetups that bring together industry experts, innovators, and thought leaders. A core example of this is KubeCon + CloudNativeCon, which held its first-ever event in 2024 with over 3,000 live attendees, demonstrating the country's growing appetite for cloud-native technologies.

Throughout this blog, we'll explore the importance of India's growing tech scene and how events like KubeCon and Civo Navigate are creating an educational environment for individuals and organizations to learn more about the cloud market.

Why are events such as KubeCon important for the Indian tech scene?

When thinking about the question “why are events such as KubeCon important for the Indian tech scene?”, we believe that the answer lies in their ability to bring together industry experts, innovators, and thought leaders to drive the future of cloud-native computing.

As we approach the 10-year anniversary of KubeCon, it is important to reflect on how the conference, which began as a Kubernetes-focused event in San Francisco, has evolved to place a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI). The first-ever KubeCon + CloudNativeCon India in 2024, with a return scheduled for August 6th & 7th, 2025, marked a significant milestone in this journey.

In 2024, Civo joined KubeCon India as the Platinum sponsor, where we were able to bring our team together to share more about our India Sovereign Cloud, new India region, and our INR 200 crore investment in India. While Civo has attended KubeCon over the past ten years in North America and Europe, the community experience in India was incredible to see. The Civo booth was constantly busy as we were giving live demos of our new region allowing attendees to get a glimpse of the capabilities of Civo.

Building on the momentum of KubeCon India 2024, the 2025 edition is set to further emphasize the growing importance of AI, with six keynote sessions dedicated to the topic. This focus stems from the AI market’s rapid growth, which has tripled in size over the past two years and is expected to contribute around $400 billion to the economy by 2030. As the Indian cloud community navigates this AI-driven landscape, events like KubeCon India are crucial for sharing knowledge, best practices, and innovations, ensuring that individuals and organizations are equipped to adapt to the changing landscape and capitalize on the opportunities it presents.

If you’re attending KubeCon India 2025, we recommend checking out some of the following sessions 👇

How to get involved in tech events in India?

With the Indian tech scene growing with events like KubeCon India, the next step is to get involved. So, how do you get started? The simplest way to get involved with tech events in India is to sign up and attend them! However, with so many options available, choosing the right event can be challenging. That's why we're excited to announce Civo Navigate India, a tech event designed to tackle the current industry problems and provide insights on how to navigate the cloud-native landscape securely.

Building on the success of Civo Navigate in North America and Europe over the past three years, Civo Navigate India: Sovereignty and AI edition is set to make its debut in 2025, offering a unique opportunity for attendees to learn from industry experts and network with like-minded professionals.

As we look forward to Civo Navigate India: Sovereignty and AI edition, it's clear that the event is timely, given the intricate balancing act organizations face between innovation, compliance, and security as they embark on digital transformation. The growth of AI has brought with it a connected concern surrounding the security of data, making it essential to prioritize security alongside innovation.

At Civo Navigate India, we believe that educating the industry on AI must be done with proper consideration for security, and we're committed to providing a platform for experts to share their insights and best practices on this critical topic.

If you are interested in learning more about the importance of data sovereignty, check out some of these resources:

• Is Your Data Truly Yours? Why Data Sovereignty in India Matters More Than Ever
• Civo’s INR 200 Crore Investment into the Indian Tech Market
• A New Era of Cooperation: How the UK-India Free Trade Deal Can Benefit India's Digital Economy

Summary

As India's public cloud market continues to grow, the country is witnessing a surge in tech events that bring together industry experts and innovators. Events like KubeCon India and Civo Navigate India are playing a crucial role in shaping the future of cloud-native computing and AI. With a focus on security, sovereignty, and innovation, these events provide a platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration.

As the Indian tech scene continues to evolve, it's clear that events like these will be instrumental in driving growth and adoption. By attending events like Civo Navigate India, individuals and organizations can stay ahead of the curve and capitalize on the opportunities presented by the rapidly changing tech landscape.

👉 Check out more on Civo Navigate India here!