The ET Industry Leaders Awards North East 2025, an initiative by The Times of India in association with Byatikram Group, successfully concluded at Hotel Vivanta, Guwahati, recognizing outstanding achievements across business, education, healthcare, journalism, and social service sectors. The event brought together 31 eminent personalities and institutions from the North East on a single platform to honor innovation, leadership, and societal contributions.
The awards ceremony 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. Awardees included Prof. Dr. Sangeeta Tripathi, Wasbir Hussain, Jatin Bora, Health City Hospital, Narayana Etechno School, The Green School International, and other leading institutions and individuals. Lt. Gen. Kalita lauded the region’s talent, while Dr. Chakraborty emphasized the event’s role in motivating future leaders.
In Guwahati, the awards reinforce the city’s growing status as a center for business and innovation. Recognition of local enterprises and educational institutions highlights Guwahati’s dynamic ecosystem, encouraging investment, promoting entrepreneurship, and showcasing the city as a key hub for regional economic growth.
The evening also featured musical performances by Sanskrita Malakar and violinist Ekta PT Hazarika, culminating in a celebration of achievement and inspiration for North East India.
