Summer training report by student at FICCI

1. Summer Training Project Report
Undertaken at
The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry
Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the Award of the
Degree of
Master of Business Administration (IB)
(2019-21)
By
Tuba Ahmad
19MIB065
19-02829
Under the Supervision of
Dr. Rahela Farooqi
Professor
Centre for Management Studies
Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi – 110025

2. Declaration
I, Tuba Ahmad, a bonafide student of MBA (International Business) Programme at the
Centre for Management Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, hereby declare that I
have undergone the Summer Training at The Federation of Indian Chambers of
Commerce & Industry (FICCI) under the supervision of Ms. Sarika Gulyani on and from
8th June 2020 to 31st August 2020.
I also declare that the present project report is based on the above summer training and
is my original work. The content of this project report has not been submitted to any other
university or institute either in part or in full for the award of any degree, diploma or
fellowship.
Further, I assign the right to the university, subject to the permission from the organization
concerned, use the information and contents of this project to develop cases, caselets,
case leads, and papers for publication and/or for use in teaching.
Tuba Ahmad
19MIB065
Place: New Delhi
Date---------------

3. Acknowledgment
The internship opportunity that I had with FICCI was a great chance for learning and
professional development. Therefore, I consider myself as a very lucky individual as I was
provided with an opportunity to be a part of it. I am also grateful for having a chance to
meet so many wonderful people and professionals who led me through this internship
period.
The aim of this internship is to be familiar with the practical aspect and uses of the
theoretical knowledge and clarifying the career goals, so I have successfully completed
the internship and compiled this report as the summary that I have drawn from the
internship experience.
In the accomplishment of this project many people have best owned upon me their
blessings and the heart pledged support, this time I’m utilizing to thank all the people who
have been concerned with this project. I would like to use this opportunity to express my
deepest gratitude to Ms. Sarika Gulyani, Director and Head- ICT, Digital Economy &
FICCI- ILIA Division at FICCI, who heartly welcomed me and guided me and gave me
chance to learn from her despite having her busy schedule. I am also thankful to Mr. Vidit
Singh Rai, Assistant Director, Public Affairs (ICT & Digital Economy) at FICCI and other
staff member for their cooperative support and also presenting with an opportunity for me
to have a practical experience in this organization.
I would like to thanks Dr. Rahela Farooqi Ma’am who helped me to clutch the rear
opportunities to learn the real world situation. I am also grateful to her for taking part in
useful decisions and giving necessary advice and guidance and also for arranging alll
facilities to make the training experience easier. I choose this moment to acknowledge
their contribution gratefully as t was extremely valuable for my study both theoretically
and practically.
Lastly, I would like to thank my parents and friends who have helped me with their
valuable suggestions and guidance which has been very helpful in various phases of the
completion of the project.

4. TABLE OF CONTENT:
1. Cover page
2. Declaration
3. Certificate
4. Acknowledgement
5. Part A
5.1 company overview
5.2 Genesis
5.3 Vision
5.4 Mission
5.5 Office Bearers
5.6 Allied organizations of FICCI
5.7 Form of FICCI
5.8 Services
5.9 Sectors under FICCI
6. Part B
6.1 My work at FICCI
6.2 Objective of Internship at FICCI
6.3 My role as Intern
6.4 Responsibilities
6.5 Working hours
6.6 Work Expectations
6.7 Description of assigned task and responsibilities

5. PART A

6. Brief Profile of the Company of Summer Training
COMPANY’S OVERVIEW:
Established in 1927, FICCI is the largest and oldest apex business organisation in India.
Its history is closely interwoven with India's struggle for independence, its
industrialization, and its emergence as one of the most rapidly growing global economies.
A non-government, not-for-profit organisation, FICCI is the voice of India's business and
industry. From influencing policy to encouraging debate, engaging with policy makers and
civil society, FICCI articulates the views and concerns of industry. It serves its members from
the Indian private and public corporate sectors and multinational companies, drawing its
strength from diverse regional chambers of commerce and industry across states, reaching
out to over 2,50,000 companies.
FICCI provides a platform for networking and consensus building within and across sectors
and is the first port of call for Indian industry, policy makers and the international business
community.
A non-government, not-for-profit organisation, FICCI is the voice of India's business and
industry. From influencing policy to encouraging debate, engaging with policy makers and
civil society, FICCI articulates the views and concerns of industry. It serves its members from
the Indian private and public corporate sectors and multinational companies, drawing its

7. strength from diverse regional chambers of commerce and industry across states, reaching
out to over 2,50,000 companies.
FICCI provides a platform for networking and consensus building within and across sectors
and is the first port of call for Indian industry, policy makers and the international business
community.

8. GENESIS:
The Federation of the Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FICCI) was found in
1927 by the leading industrialists to organise their business interests. The FICCI criticised
the colonial control over the Indian economy and supported the Civil Disobedience
Movement when it was first launched. Since the early 1920s, efforts were being made by
various capitalists like G.D. Birla and Purshottamdas Thakurdas to establish a national
level organization of Indian commercial, industrial and financial interests (as opposed to
the already relatively more organized European interests in India) to be able to effectively
lobby with the colonial government. This effort culminated in the formation of the
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in 1927, with a large
and rapidly increasing representation from all parts of India. The FICCI was soon
recognized by the British government as well as the Indian public in general, as
representing the dominant opinion as well as the overall consensus within the Indian
capitalist class. The leaders of the capitalist class also clearly saw the role of the FICCI
as being that of ‘national guardians of trade, commerce and industry,’ performing in the
economic sphere in colonial India the functions of a national government.5 In the process,
Indian capitalists, with some of the most astute minds of the period in their ranks,
developed a fairly comprehensive economic critique of imperialism in all its
manifestations, whether it be direct appropriation through-home charges or exploitation
through trade, finance, currency manipulation or foreign investments, including in their
sweep the now fashionable concept of unequal exchange occurring in trade between
countries with widely divergent productivity levels. (G.D. Birla and S.P. Jam were talking
of unequal exchange as early as the 1930s).6 The Congress leaders quite often saw their
assistance as invaluable and treated their opinions and expertise on many national
economic issues with respect.
The FICCI was, however, not to remain merely a sort of trade union organization of the
capitalist class fighting for its own economic demands and those of the nation. The
leaders of the capitalist class now clearly saw the necessity of, and felt strong enough for,
the class to effectively intervene in politics. As Sir Purshottamdas, President of FICCI,
declared at its second annual session in 1928: ‘We can no more separate our politics
from our economics.’ Further involvement of the class in politics meant doing so on the
side of Indian nationalism. ‘Indian commerce and industry are intimately associated with
and are, indeed, an integral part of the national movement — growing with its growth and
strengthening with its strength.’ Similarly G.D. Birla was to declare a little later in 1930: ‘It
is impossible in the present political condition of our country to convert the government to
our views only solution lies in every Indian businessman strengthening the hands of those
who are fighting for the freedom of our country.’

9. In order to provide arbitral services for settlement of commercial disputes of a domestic
as well as international nature, FICCI, in the year 1952, established FACT (formerly
known as the FICCI Tribunal of Arbitration [FTA]). FACT was set up to offer dispute
resolution services primarily to FICCI members and other parties who may desire to
submit their disputes to FACT. FACT, headquartered at New Delhi with offices spread all
across the country and overseas, has an active panel of prominent arbitration experts on
its board. Besides, it has signed international co-operation agreements with several
arbitration organisations around the world for facilitating international arbitration.

10. MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT:
Our Vision:
● To be the thought leader for industry, its voice for policy change and its
guardian for effective implementation.
● The FICCI will be the premier business Chamber and front runner of Indian trade,
investment and presence in the Philippines.
Our Mission:
● To carry forward our initiatives in support of rapid, inclusive and sustainable
growth that encompass health, education, livelihood, governance and skill
development.
● To enhance efficiency and global competitiveness of Indian industry and to
expand business opportunities both in domestic and foreign markets through
a range of specialized services and global linkages.
● To build bridges between all government and private agencies, all
international bodies present locally or internationally in pursuit of our vision
and under the mantle of our credo.

11. OFFICE BEARERS OF FICCI:
Sangita Reddy-President
Dr. Sangita Reddy is a Global Healthcare Influencer, Healthcare Technocrat, Social Entrepreneur and
Humanitarian. She has been conferred with an Honorary Doctorate by Macquarie University Australia,
in recognition transformative changes in healthcare and development of Health IT. She is an Honorary
Consul of Brazil in Hyderabad.
Influencing Global Healthcare - Dr. Sangita Reddy is a member of The World Economic Forum,
Rockefeller working Group, past member on Health for the Twelfth Five Year Plan, Planning
Commission, Govt of India. She is also a Member of the Tech Devpt Board, Department of Science
and Tech, Govt of India and is an Executive Member at NASSCOM.
Driving Healthcare Technology & Innovation - Dr. Sangita Reddy is focused on setting benchmarks in
futuristic health care projects enabling IOT, AI, Data Analytics, Drone Tech and Block Chain. Under
her leadership, Apollo Hospitals received three consecutive HiMSS-Elsevier ICT achievement awards
and four hospitals have achieved the HiMSS Level-6 certification.
An Entrepreneur Promoting Affordable and Sustainable Social Initiatives - One of her initiatives, Apollo
Reach, aims to build a string of secondary care hospitals in rural India. Dr. Sangita Reddy is also
Chairman at Apollo Knowledge, an education initiative focused on shaping healthcare human capital
for tomorrow by setting up of Medical Colleges, the online learning platform Medvarsity and Apollo
MedSkills.
Driving Humanitarian Initiatives - Dr. Sangita Reddy heads Apollo Philanthropy, an umbrella entity
encompassing 'Save a Child's Heart Initiative', SAHI, CURE and the Billion Hearts Beating Foundation
and Total Health Foundation.
Awards and Recognitions - Dr. Sangita Reddy has been a recipient of numerous prestigious awards
for business and leadership in the health care industry.
Uday Shankar-Senior Vice President

12. Uday Shankar is the first ever Indian media and entertainment executive to assume the
leadership position in a national industry chamber like FICCI, which is also the oldest in the
country.
He is currently Chairman and CEO of Star India and President of 21st Century Fox Asia-Pacific
(Only Asia). Mr Shankar has recently been appointed Chairman, Star and Disney India and
President of the Walt Disney Company, Asia-Pacific, a role that he will take over after the
takeover of 21CF by Disney takes place.
A trend-setter in the media and entertainment industry for over two decades, he played a
leadership role in making Star India one of the largest Media & Entertainment companies in India,
reaching over 720 million viewers a month across the country and more than 100 other countries.
Mr Shankar has been a leading voice in the Indian media and broadcasting sector, shaping
reforms for the industry and its consumers. As Chairman of the FICCI Media & Entertainment
Committee and former President of the Indian Broadcasting Federation, he has been at the
forefront of landmark changes in self-regulation and pushing access for consumers to the
digitized distribution.
Mr. Shankar entered media as a political journalist with The Times of India and rose to become
the CEO and Editor of 'Star News' after' spearheading the successful launch of country's first 24-
hour Hindi news channel 'Aaj Tak' in 2000, and 'Headlines Today' in English in 2003, as Editor and
News Director of the TV Today Group.
Mr. Shankar holds an M. Phil in Economic History from the Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi.
He is an avid reader and his knowledge domain transcends from literature to politics, economics
and sports.
Sanjiv Mehta-Vice President
Sanjiv Mehta is the Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Unilever Limited which is India's
largest 'fast moving consumer goods' (FMCG) Company and one of the most valuable corporates in
the country. Sanjiv also heads Unilever's business in South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri
Lanka & Nepal) having a turnover of $7 billion as President, South Asia. Sanjiv is also a member of
the 12 member 'Unilever Leadership Executive' team which runs global Unilever.
Sanjiv has done his Bachelors in Commerce (India), Chartered Accountancy (India) and has also
completed his Advanced Management Program (Harvard Business School).

13. Sanjiv has been with Unilever for 27 years and for the last 18 years he has led businesses in different
parts of the world. He has been Chairman and Managing Director of Unilever Bangladesh Limited
(2002 - 2006), Chairman and CEO of Unilever Philippines Inc. (2007 - 2008), Chairman of Unilever -
North Africa and Middle East (2008 - 2013) and from October 2013 he assumed his responsibilities of
heading Unilever's business in India and South Asia.
During his six years at Hindustan Unilever, the market capitalization of the Company has increased
from $17 billion to over $60 billion making HUL one of the most valuable companies in the country. In
this period, HUL has won the prestigious Economic Times 'Company of the Year' & 'Corporate Citizen
of the Year' awards and Business Standard's 'Company of the year' award. Forbes has rated HUL as
the most innovative company in India and the 8th most innovative company in the world. Aon Hewitt
in a global study rated HUL as the 3rd best company globally for building leaders.
Sanjiv is a Director on the Board of Indian School of Business, a member of the Breach Candy Hospital
Trust and South Asia Advisory Board of Harvard Business School. He chairs Xynteo's 'India 2022' a
coalition of top Indian and MNC companies, FICCI's FMCG Committee, CII's National Committee on
MNCs and Co-chairs the Advisory Network to the High Level Panel for a 'Sustainable Ocean
Economy'.
Sanjiv was conferred the honorary degree of "Doctor of Philosophy in Business Management" by
Xavier University (Xavier Institute of Management) Bhubaneswar, was recognized as "Business
Leader" of the year by the All India Management Association and was conferred the prestigious
Economic Times "Business Leader of the Year" award.
A firm believer that 'doing well' and 'doing good' are two sides of the same coin he propagates the
cause of compassionate capitalism. Sanjiv is married to Mona who too is a Chartered Accountant by
training. They have twin daughters Naina and Roshni who have studied at MIT, Cornell and Harvard
Universities.
Sandip Somany-Immediate Past President
Widely recognized as a pioneer of the Indian ceramic industry in India, Mr. Sandip Somany is the Vice
Chairman & Managing Director of HSIL Limited, the leading building materials company in India. An
entrepreneur at heart, he joined the family business in the year 1982 and is the driving force behind
the company today.
He brought with him freshness in the company's thinking, evaluated the market needs and gradually
changed the face of HSIL from being just a sanitaryware manufacturer to a home solution provider.
It was under his leadership that HSIL invested significantly into glass technology and acquired AGI,
Krishna Ceremics, Raasi Ceramics and then Garden Polymers. In tune with the company's new vision

14. of providing customers with a quality of life as per global market trends, branching out into premium
kitchen products, luxury sanitaryware and faucets, consumer products, etc.
Recognizing his pioneering initiatives in the field of glass and sanitaryware, Mr. Sandip Somany was
the President of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry in 2012. He is the former President of
International Chamber of Commerce India chapter (headquartered in Paris), Chairman of Indian
Council of Sanitaryware Manufacturers (INCOSAMA) and member of the Executive Committee of
FICCI and Governing Council of All India Glass Manufacturers Association.
Mr. Somany holds a degree in Engineering from the prestigious University of California, U. S. A. and
has a Bachelor's degree from the Delhi University.
Dilip Chenoy-Secretary General
Dilip Chenoy is currently Secretary General, FICCI.
His last full-time assignment was when he served as Managing Director & CEO of the National Skill
Development Corporation (NSDC). NSDC is a public-private partnership whose objective is to foster
private sector investment and initiatives in training and skill development. While at NSDC he served
as co-chair of the Australia-India Joint working group on Skill Development.
Currently, Mr Chenoy is a member of the Board of Governors, IILM, New Delhi (a leading business
school); of the Board of studies, All India Management Association (AIMA), He is also Director General
of ICC India, and of Indian Council of Arbitration (ICA). He advises start-ups including organisations
in the digital, education, skills and livelihood space. He also serves on the Executive Committee of
Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) and is a Director of Invest India. He has served as the Chairman of
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology (SLIET) a fully government funded integrated
skill development and degree-awarding institution.
He was awarded the Indian Achievers Award in 2018; The Game Changer Award in 2015 and the
Rashtriya Media Ratan Award in 2013.
Prior to NSDC, Mr Chenoy was Director General of the advocacy group for the automobile industry in
India, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). He also served as the Deputy Director
General of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). He was a member of the Harvard Business
School project that worked on the competitiveness of Indian industry with Professor Michael Porter.
He is a fellow of the World Academy of Productivity Science (WAPS).

15. Sarika Gulyani
Sarika Gulyani
Director
ICT and Digital Economy
Ms. Sarika Gulyani is the Director of ICT & Digital Economy department & FICCI- ILIA Division at FICCI. She has
been a part of FICCI for last 15 years. She has pursed B. Tech in Electronics and communications engineering and
Master International Business from University of Delhi.
Allied Organizations with FICCI:
All India Organisation of Employers (AIOE)
The All India Organisation of Employers' (AIOE), an allied body of the Federation of
Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), is the oldest and apex national
employers’ organisation of India. It is the platform for Indian industries to raise their
voice in formulating labour and social policies to promote business, trade and industry in
the country.
Confederation of Indian Food Trade and Industry (CIFTI)
The Confederation of Indian Food Trade & Industry (CIFTI), is the apex body for the
food industry in India . Managed by professionals, CIFTI has an in-house R&D facility, a
laboratory, strong database with which it provides consultancy services.
FICCI-Confederation of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
(CMSME)
Established in December 2013, Confederation of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
(CMSME) is an affiliated body under the umbrella of the Federation of Indian Chambers
of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), an apex Chamber of Commerce & Industry of India,
with a vision to empower Indian MSMEs and build their competitiveness.
FICCI Research and Analysis Centre (FRAC)
FRAC is a Research and Analysis Laboratory of international repute and a "Centre of
Excellence" for analysis, product safety, quality control and pre-export inspection and
certification. It was established in 1989 under the competent aegis of Federation of
Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and its allied body Confederation

16. of Indian Food Trade and Industry (CIFTI). It is an autonomous body registered under
the Indian Society Act – XXI of 1860 and supported by Ministry of Food Processing
Industry, Government of India. FRAC is an ISO: 9001-2008 certified, NABL accredited
and BIS approved laboratory.
FICCI Socio-Economic Development Foundation (FSEDF)
FICCI promotes the spirit of enterprise that will make India a globally competitive and
socially responsible economy. With this vision, FICCI set up the Socio Economic
Development Foundation (FICCI-SEDF) in 1995 to provide an institutional base to the
social sector activities of the corporate sector and to promote Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) amongst Indian companies. Under the able leadership of Mr P M
Sinha, former President, Pepsi Cola International for South Asia, FICCI-SEDF is playing
a pivotal role in promoting CSR in India and mobilizing corporate support for critical
areas like public health, employment of persons with disabilities, support to disabled
soldiers & war widows etc.
Indian Council of Arbitration (ICA)
Indian Council of Arbitration (ICA) was established in 1965 to initiate and popularize
arbitration in India. ICA is South Asia's premier arbitral institution and is extremely well
respected in the circles of judiciary, executive and legislature within India as well as in
the fraternity of Arbitral institutions abroad. ICA not only administers arbitration but has
also contributed to the development of law and practice of arbitration both nationally and
Internationally.
International Chambers of Commerce (ICC India)
In line with its objectives of promoting liberalisation in the country, accelerating flow of
foreign investment and lowering tariff barriers to promote international trade, ICC India
has been playing a crucial role of interacting with government & business on economic
policies. As the process of economic reforms is gaining ground, it is emerging as a
rallying point for Indian business in their effort towards globalisation.

17. Invest India
Invest India is the country’s official agency dedicated to investment promotion and
facilitation. Set up as a joint venture between FICCI (51% equity), DIPP (35% equity
held by the Department of Industrial policy and Promotion, Ministry of Commerce &
Industry) and State Governments of India (0.5% each), its mandate is to become the
first reference point for the global investment community.
FORM:
It is a not for profit non governmental organization
FUNCTIONS OF FICCI:
1. Role in policy making:
FICCI plays a pivotal role in formulation of economic and finance policies. By engaging
with the policy makers, government and civil society FICCI influences the policies by
way of articulating the views and suggestions of industry.
2 Jointly works with similar associations of foreign countries:
Works with joint business councils and private industrial alliances situated across the
globe in the areas of trade enhancements, industry partnerships to voice the opinion of
the Indian industry on global forum.
3 Provides guidance and education:
Provides guidance and education to its member organizations by way of publishing
informative journals useful to the business community. And acts a conflict resolver
among them by way of mutual discussion on the problems.
4 Conducts various programs and events:
Conducts workshops, seminars, business meets and conferences to discuss, debate
various upcoming and existed policies of the government.
5 Assistance to government:

18. Assist the government in the areas of the trade negotiations with foreign countries and
sends their experienced personnel to the abroad to study the economy and business
environment.
6 Assists its members:
Assist its members in the areas of policy improvement, suggestions to the management.
7 Provides information on exports:
Provides credible and valuable information on potentials and new developments in
foreign trade by studying the trade environment and imports regulations of many foreign
countries.
8 Invites and arrange the talks with foreign business delegates:
Plays a crucial role in inviting foreign business delegations of public and private levels
which are very vital in improving the foreign trade and foreign investment.
MEMBERSHIP:
FICCI’s membership is open to all the business organizations irrespective of public or
private, small or big, service or manufacturing. Currently FICCI has more than three
lakh members joining from various industries directly and indirectly. One can become a
member using www.ficci.com/member-become.asp
BENEFITS TO MEMBER ORGANZATION:
● Member organizations can participate in Exhibitions, Trade Fairs, Conferences,
Seminars and workshops conducted by FICCI.
● They can access FICCI’s information library such as reports on various policy
researches, knowledge papers and periodical journals.
● Members can participate in formulating economic & industrial policies through
close linkage with the Government.

19. ● As a member of the large business networking community one can work with
other players in the industry to achieve the maximum results.
SERVICES OFFERED BY FICCI:
● Arbitration
● Business to business (B2B) solutions
● Technology commercialization
● Management and conservation of resources
● Initiate actions to promote entrepreneurship and professional excellence in
women trough FICCI Ladies organization
● Water audit service
● Consumer care

20. SECTORS UNDER FICCI:
● Agriculture: Identify major bottlenecks that hinder the growth of Indian
agriculture; Sensitize all stakeholders including the Central and the State
Governments to catalyze the necessary policy changes that are needed to make
this sector more vibrant and competitive;Address the conflicting domestic policies
relating to production, procurement, pricing and distribution, rising Minimum
Support Prices, ineffective subsidy system, regulated domestic markets, lack of
infrastructure facilities, low productivity, low value addition, ad hoc export
policies; Define measures to attain a higher trajectory growth in agriculture (of
more than 4 per cent) in order to compete in the global market; and The
Agriculture division in FICCI has also been instrumental in forging international
co-operation for showcasing / broad basing new technologies / possible
collaborative opportunities for the benefit of all the stakeholders in agri value
chain.
● AI and Digital Transformation-
Understanding the importance of Emerging Technologies in next phase of Digital
Transformation of the country, FICCI has taken a new initiative and formed a new
committee as “Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation”. The committee
have top leaders as members and the group will primarily focus on strategizing
the Digital Emerging Technologies Adoption, for Digital India 2.0 keeping the
crucial factors in mind like: Implementation Challenges, Risk Assessment & Way
Forward, Skilling Gap, Awareness Shortfall, Bridging Collaboration, and Policy
framework. The committee engages its members and all stakeholder for the

21. overall growth of ICT Adoption across sectors, and the major role played by
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
● Art and Culture:
The phenomenal growth in the Indian art market during the past few years and
rising international interest in contemporary Indian art has brought India's art
industry at the threshold of a new era. It is time that a policy framework is put in
place to propel the art industry on a sustained high-growth trajectory. Against this
backdrop, FICCI has constituted a National Committee on Art and Business of
Art.
● Capital Goods:
FICCI Capital Goods Committee was constituted in 2009-10. The Committee has
membership from segments like machine tools, electrical equipments, heavy
engineering, construction and mining equipments, process plants etc. Some of
the leading companies are members of the Committee like L&T, Thermax, Bharat
Forge, ABB, Alstom, BHEL, BEML and few sectoral associations too.
● Chemicals:
Issue: Speciality Chemicals is the segment to focus.
FICCI Stand: FICCI is regularly undertaking India Chem Gujarat series of events, jointly with
Govt of India and Govt of Gujarat to bring focus to issues of this segment.
Issue: Lack of requisite feedstock

22. Ficci Stand: Review the PCPIR policy with truly functional anchor unit concept, with fixed
allocation of feedstock for downstream chemical sector. Also setting up of imported propane
based propylene parks besides exploring potential of coal chemicals. Reduce import duty on
feedstock.
● Civil Aviation:
The main objective of the FICCI Civil Aviation division is to promote the cause
and interests of civil aviation sector and bring it on the global map as a cost-
effective, competitive and efficient sector of economy. With a view to create a
platform for all the stakeholders and for the conclusive growth & development of
the Aviation sector, the division works with the Government, National &
International development organizations, Government Agencies and the Industry
Players.
● Communication & Digital Economy(Telecom):
FICCI’s ICT and Digital Economy Committee have been working extensively with
several stakeholders across industry verticals and has contributed immensely
towards the sustainable growth and development of the Telecom sector of India.
With prime focus on prevailing major issues and policy matters of the Telecom
sector, the committee has been working proactively alongside Department of
Telecommunications, Government of India, and other stakeholders, playing a
significant role in the further advancement of next-generation reforms while
steadfastly adopting and disseminating best practices in the field of
telecommunications.
● Corporate Laws:

23. The Committee is actively involved in discussion and debate around various
issues related to company law, governance and competition law and has
undertaken several initiatives in this area along with the Government and its
various agencies; suggests policy/regulatory changes to address these issues
and acts as a bridge between the policymaker/regulator and industry participants
for development of business in India,
● Defence: FICCI’s engagement: Capturing the trend of Indian as well as global
defence related policies from time to time, Interfacing actively with the Ministry
of Defence, DRDO and the armed services (Army, Navy and Air force) on
concerns and participation of the industry, Suggesting policy recommendations
to the government for reform of defence sector and modernization of armed
forces, Regular interaction with government, users (i.e. armed forces) as well
as private sector organizations involved in defence R&D, production and trade,
Comparative study of defence policies of different nations and that of India,
Providing timely information and productive suggestions to the members and
other stake holders
● Disaster Management:
FICCI through its conferences, exhibitions and workshops have sensitized the
industry, community over more than two decades. FICCI had also arranged
International conference on Spatial Data Infrastructure and its Role in Disaster
Management with Department of Science & Technology (DST). FICCI had also
conducted several conferences for sensitising industries on Chemical (Industrial)
Disaster Management at Jaipur, Chandigarh, Goa, Mumbai, Vadodara,
Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai, Ahmedabad, New Delhi, Bengaluru etc.

24. ● Diversity and Inclusion:
FICCI through its conferences, exhibitions and workshops have sensitized the
industry, community over more than two decades. FICCI had also arranged
International conference on Spatial Data Infrastructure and its Role in Disaster
Management with Department of Science & Technology (DST). FICCI had also
conducted several conferences for sensitising industries on Chemical (Industrial)
Disaster Management at Jaipur, Chandigarh, Goa, Mumbai, Vadodara,
Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai, Ahmedabad, New Delhi, Bengaluru etc.
● Drones:
A full-fledged FICCI Committee on Drones (UAV/UAS/RPAS) has been formed.
The Committee will play a proactive role as an advocate, catalyst and facilitator
for the growth and capability building of Drone industry in India.
● Electric Mobility:
Electric Mobility Committee of FICCI has been constituted with an aim to promote
manufacturing and R&D of electric and other zero emission vehicle technologies
in the country and to look at the development of ecosystem for these
technologies. The committee looks at the sector in a holistic manner by having
representation from Auto sector, Components, Power and Energy sector, Cab
operator and Academia. The committee aims to enhance the efficiency,
technology and global positioning of the Indian Automotive sector on the world
map of green mobility.
● Entertainment:

25. The Indian Media & Entertainment industry has been hitting new milestones and
has stepped onto a matured phase at a growth rate of 12% CAGR. The FICCI
Entertainment Division has been cheerleading the potential of this sector for the
last ten years. It interfaces extensively with the entire gamut of the entertainment
industry to work on issues which ought to be represented to the government as
well as studies and explores the various commercial nuances of this growing and
vibrant sector. In fact it was FICCI’s tireless work in the last decade which made
the government accord “industry” status to the Indian film sector
● Environment & Climate Change:
FICCI believes that it is essential to secure the proactive participation and
involvement of businesses and people for improving environment quality.
Adoption of clean, climate and health friendly technologies in every sphere of
activity is of paramount importance in enabling environmental improvement.
FICCI's Environment Division has taken up a broad spectrum of initiatives to
address industry's issues pertaining to environment and climate change.:
● FMCG:
FICCI FMCG committee is actively involved in the issues related to policy &
strategy, capacity building and global recognition to the Indian FMCG industry.
The policy and strategy agenda include taking steps to stimulate the growth of
the industry, implementation of taxation related issues, addressing the regulatory
concerns and expanding the horizon of industry by taking up the issues of direct
selling distribution model. FICCI FMCG division works under the aegis of FMCG
Committee which is composed of the key decision makers of FMCG Industry.

26. The committee comprises 40 members. It is Co - Chaired by Mr. Saugata Gupta,
MD & CEO Marico Ltd.
● Food Processing:
The FICCI Food Processing division plays a key role in dealing with policy issues
to get an audience with the government and make industry’s voice heard. It has
been working very closely with industry members for the growth and business
sustainability of the food industry. Presently, FICCI is leading the industry voice
in addressing concerns hovering around Plastic Waste Management, Legal
Metrology Amendment Rules which if implemented can have significant impact
on sustainability of food businesses.
● Gems & Jewelry, Luxury & Lifestyle:
The Gems and Jewelry sector plays a significant role in the Indian economy,
contributing around 6-7 per cent of the country’s GDP. It also employs over 2.5
million workers. One of the fastest growing sectors, it is extremely export oriented
and labour intensive. Based on its potential for growth and value addition, the
Government of India has declared the Gems and Jewelry sector as a focus area
for export promotion. The Government has recently undertaken various
measures to promote investments and to upgrade technology and skills to
promote ‘Brand India’ in the international market.
● Geospatial Technologies: Geospatial technology broadly includes mapping
and surveying techniques, remote sensing, photogrammetry, cartography, Global
Positioning Systems (GPS) and Geographical Information Systems (GIS). With
its unique ability for acquisition, integration and analysis of geographically-

27. referenced spatial information, this technology has in recent times been
recognised as an effective tool for planning, management and decision making
locally and globally.
● Health:
Having seen tremendous improvement since independence, healthcare in India
is still a critical subject and we have a long way to attain universal healthcare
beyond the country’s demographic, geographic and socio-economic diversity.
Several targeted government initiatives have been able to achieve reduction in
mortality rates and control widespread communicable diseases; however, the
burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) is ever increasing.
● Homeland Security:
A Safe City initiative leverages partnerships and technology to help communities
& businesses reduce crime and create an environment where people feel safe
and secure. Cities that attract economic power and foster growth also spawn
crime, violence & overall insecurity. Urban dwellers are constantly faced by
threats like disaster – both natural & man made, terrorism, organized crimes,
theft / burglary, rape, human trafficking etc.
● Human Resource:
FICCI recognizes the role of HR in business and has set up a platform for
Industry HR as a point of reference for HR best practices across sectors of Indian
economy through the means of research, knowledge papers for thought
leadership and benchmarking HR best practices. This platform led by Industry

28. leaders also envisions to serve as point of convergence of collective insights on
HR issues across Industry.
● Hydrocarbons:
To deliberate on issues related to oil and gas sector and supplement various
efforts of the Government of India and other bodies engaged in this area by
giving periodic inputs and submitting industry representations. Facilitating policy
and regulatory framework for the Industry for conducive business operations. To
be the credible voice of Indian hydrocarbon industry enabling its sustained
growth and global competitiveness. Create value for members and stakeholders
in all our actions by providing them with timely information and productive
suggestions. Creating a healthy and strong interface amongst the Industry,
Government and regulatory bodies.
● Industry 4.0:
Manufacturing is undergoing a global upheaval with the infusion of digital
technology, and is in a transition phase moving from physical to cyber-physical
systems with the advent of Industry 4.0. Industry 4.0 is the current trend of
automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies. It includes cyber-
physical systems, the Internet of things and cloud computing.
● Manufacturing:
The objective of FICCI Manufacturing Committee of FICCI is to help ensure that
concerns of the manufacturing sector related to different policies of the
Government are adequately addressed. The committee recommends policy to
the Government after taking into account representations of various segments of

29. the sector. The committee interacts closely with the members and also nodal
associations of different manufacturing sectors. Manufacturing Committee is also
working closely with NMCC in helping them to ensure that Manufacturing sector
achieves a sustainable growth of over 12% per annum and also the share of
manufacturing sector in India’s GDP increases to 25% in the next few years from
the current 16%.
● Micro,Small and Medium Enterprises(MSME):
The MSME desk at FICCI has always been proactive in terms of taking up issues
of MSMEs with the respective authorities and works closely with the Ministry of
MSME and the Office of Development Commissioner and other stake holders.
FICCI has an MSME Committee comprising of experts from all over the country
which deliberates on areas that hinders the growth of the MSMEs and comes out
with probable suggestions, recommendations for the Government. Besides,
FICCI organizes Capacity Building programmes across the country to
disseminate information and educate MSMEs about various trends, sectoral
knowledge and skills. In December 2013 FICCI established the FICCI-
Confederation of MSMEs (CMSME) which is an allied body under the umbrella of
FICCI.

30. PART B

31. My work at FICCI(Federation of Indian Chambers of
Commerce and Industry):
I was working as an intern with FICCI, which is a non-government, not-for-profit
organization and is the voice of India's business and industry. My Internship duration
was 3 months spanning from 08-06-2020 to 31-08-2020 .
OBJECTIVE OF INTERNSHIP AT FICCI:
• Mentored by Ms. Sarika Gulyani, Director and Head- ICT & Digital Economy and
assisted by Assisting Mr. Vidit Singh Rai, Assistant
● Help in organizing online events.
MY ROLE AS INTERN:
● Assisting my mentor
● Making minutes of the meetings.
● Leadership/ ownership of assigned project(s) within the department.
● Deliver work on time.
● Note on Digital Sector of India
● Discipline and conduct
● Improve my written and spoken communication skills.
● Doing work as per the guidance of the mentor
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Report writing
● Database Creation
● Presentations
● Minutes of Meetings
● Webinar Summary Reports
● Sectoral and current scenario (COVID-19 Impact) Sectoral notes for ICT and
Digital Economy Sector
● Talking points and drafts
● keeping track of the news headlines which are related to the Digital Sector of
India.

32. WORKING HOURS:
There was no fixed working hour. The working hours depended on the task I was given
and how efficiently I'm doing it. Generally, it was 5-6 hours a day from Monday to
Friday. And sometimes even on the weekend as per the need of the hour.
WORK EXPECTATIONS:
● apply and test knowledge learned in the classroom to a professional work
environment.
● explore a specific field that is digital sector of India
● To study the current scenario of covid-19 and its impact on the digital sector of
India.
● gain decision-making skills, self-confidence, ethics, and teamwork required for
success in a professional work environment.
● Assist in day to day tasks.
● Learn and gain experience.
● Taking an increasing amount of responsibilities.
DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNED TASKS AND
RESPONSILITIES:
I have been working as an intern at FICCI under the Department Public Affairs ( ICT
and Digital Economy ) which deals with the Digital sector of India. I was given a few
topics and asked to make a report on it by looking up online. I also attended
conferences and webinars related to the Digital sector that is emerging technologies, AI
and influence of AI in our lives, Telecommunication and Digital Economy. Overall basic
work assigned to me were: Report writing, Database Creation, Presentations, Minutes
of the Meetings, Webinar Summary Reports, Talking Points and Drafts, Sectoral Notes
for ICT and Digital economy Sector, note on current scenario that is impact of Covid-19
on these sectors and we were also asked to keep a track of the news headlines which
were related to the Digital Sector of India.

33. 1)SUMMARY REPORT OF WEBINARS:
a) Machine intelligence embedded in Robotics System
From year to year, the evolution of technology is one of staggering promise and
opportunity – as well as uncertainty. The future may be unknown, but digital advancement
continues to reshape our world in ways that encourage people to form new habits, find
new ways to work together, and become better human beings. And, in most cases, these
changes translate into a range of opportunities and disruptions across every industry.
Technology is changing every aspect of our lives. The benefits provided by new digital
approaches are having a huge impact on our societies. However, one of the greatest
business challenges is not about the devices, software or solutions – it is about how we
manage the process of cultural change. There has always been a stress between
emerging technology and lack of cultural change trying to adapt to the technology
development and its implications especially to those who were left behind. We have
evolved from the renaissance age to the industrial age to computer and information
technology age . Now we are beyond the internet age and going to emerge in AI and
robotics age .
In this session Jim Keravala, CEO, OffWorld AI has discussed about the machine
intelligence that is embedded in robotic systems , augmented intelligence Interfacing
between humans and machines and also how we can enhance the way to do what we do
without losing the nature of who we are.
The webinar was moderated by Jay Borade, and was addressed by Jim Keravala, CEO,
OffWorld AI .
The webinar was an attempt to address the emergence of technology into Artificial
Intelligence and robotics and how we can use it to make our work done in a more
convenient way and the struggles that come in way to achieve it.
b) Chief Architect of India's 1st Data protection bill:
Privacy law refers to the laws that deal with the regulation, storing, and using of personally
identifiable information, personal healthcare information, and financial information of
individuals, which can be collected by governments, public or private organisations, or
other individuals.Data is one of the most important assets a company has. With the rise

34. of the data economy, companies find enormous value in collecting, sharing and using
data. Companies such as Google, Facebook, and Amazon have all built empires atop the
data economy. Transparency in how businesses request consent, abide by their privacy
policies, and manage the data that they’ve collected is vital to building trust and
accountability with customers and partners who expect privacy. Many companies have
learned the importance of privacy the hard way, through highly publicized privacy
fails.Second, privacy is the right of an individual to be free from uninvited surveillance. To
safely exist in one’s space and freely express one’s opinions behind closed doors is
critical to living in a democratic society.
The webinar was moderated by Bhupesh Daheria, and was addressed by Justice B N
Srikrishna, Chief Architect of India's 1st Data protection bill.
The webinar was an attempt to discuss whether the right to privacy is recognised as a
fundamental right or ordinary right and why data protection is necessary as of today and
the history and the content of the first Data Protection Bill.
c) Artificial Intelligence for India and beyond
It is rightly said by our prime minister that technology is evolving at such a fast pace that
very soon artificial intelligence will dominate our way of life. A national AI strategy needs
to be premised on a framework which is adapted to India’s unique needs and aspirations,
while at the same time, is capable of achieving the country’s full potential of leveraging AI
developments.
Beyond just the headline numbers of economic impact, a disruptive technology such as
AI needs to be seen from the perspective of the transformative impact it could have on
the greater good – improving the quality of life and access of choice to a large section of
the country.
AI is the field of machine learning which virtually transforming all aspects of our life. In
that sense, the recent advancements in AI seem to be custom-made for the unique
opportunities and challenges that India faces. Increased access to quality health facilities
(including addressing the locational access barriers), inclusive financial growth for large
sections of population that have hitherto been excluded from formal financial products,
providing real-time advisory to farmers and help address unforeseen factors towards
increasing productivity, building smart and efficient cities and infrastructure to meet the
demands of rapidly urbanising population and so on.

35. The webinar was moderated by Hardik Raja , and was addressed by Dr Manish Gupta,
Director Google Research India
The webinar was an attempt to discuss the efforts of Google Research India on
impeccable problems arising in Indian context and beyond, showcasing examples of
opportunities to apply Machine Learning to accelerate science and its applications,
describe a critical need and efforts to improve health outcomes globally at lower cost and
also discuss the outstanding challenges associated the overall field of AI itself.
D) Google Flood Forecasting Initiative:
Technology innovation is critical to all kinds of businesses around the world and greatly
impacts our society. In fact, we are living in one of the most disruptive periods of tech
evolution since the Internet first entered the scene decades ago.That’s why tech business
leaders will need to provide more transparency about how artificial intelligence (AI) and
other emerging technologies work and what impact they may have on society.
AI generally is undertaken in conjunction with machine learning and data analytics.
Machine learning takes data and looks for underlying trends. If it spots something that is
relevant for a practical problem, software designers can take that knowledge and use it
to analyze specific issues.
Floods are inevitable, but with timely alerts, their effects can be minimized. The lack of
timely alerts has always been an issue concerning it. Delay in alerts in flood prone areas
is the biggest loophole of an economy. But, using Artificial Intelligence this problem can
be solved with AI enabled systems that Forecast Flood with greater accuracy.
The webinar was moderated by Vipin Dubey , and was addressed by Sella Nevo, leader
of the Google Flood Forecasting Initiative
The webinar was an attempt by Mr. Sella Nevo who is senior software engineer at google
to discuss finding ways in which the various researches in machine learning, software
engineering and primarily AI and tech leadership can help to make the world a better
place to live and how AI is helping in flood forecasting.
e) AI for Academia research platform:

36. According to various international reports, Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIEd) is one
of the currently emerging fields in educational technology. Whilst it has been around for
about 30 years, it is still unclear for educators how to make pedagogical advantage of it
on a broader scale, and how it can actually impact meaningfully on teaching and learning
in higher education.
As artificially intelligent tools for literature and data exploration evolve, developers seek
to automate how hypotheses are generated and validated.
The webinar was moderated by Parvathy Nair, and was addressed by Samiya Khan, AI
for Academia research platform
The webinar was an attempt by Samiya Khan, AI for Academia research platform, to
address how technologies have evolved and has helped the researchers in writing the
research paper that is the contribution of AI in academic research platforms.
f) AI based on neural networks(NNs) and deep learning to fight
Covid19 :
The machines haven't taken over. Not yet at least. However, they are sleeping their way
into our lives, affecting how we live, work and entertain ourselves. As the world grapples
with COVID-19, every ounce of technological innovation and ingenuity harnessed to fight
this pandemic brings us one step closer to overcoming it. Artificial intelligence (AI) and
machine learning are playing a key role in better understanding and addressing the
COVID-19 crisis. Machine learning technology enables computers to mimic human
intelligence and ingest large volumes of data to quickly identify patterns and insights.
In the fight against COVID-19, organizations have been quick to apply their machine
learning expertise in several areas: scaling customer communications, understanding
how COVID-19 spreads, and speeding up research and treatment.In the field of medical
imaging, meanwhile, researchers are using machine learning to help recognize patterns
in images, enhancing the ability of radiologists to indicate the probability of disease and
diagnose it earlier. Machine learning can also help accelerate the discovery of drugs to
help treat COVID-19.
The coronavirus crisis has brought an unprecedented level of worldwide scientific
collaboration. Artificial Intelligence (AI) based on Neural Networks (NNs) and Deep
Learning [DL1] can help to fight Covid-19 in many ways. The basic principle is simple.

37. Teach NNs to detect patterns in data from viruses and patients and others. Use those
NNs to predict future consequences of possible actions. Act to minimize damage.
The webinar was moderated by Bhupesh Daheria, and was addressed by Dr Juergen
Schmidhuber, Father of modern Artificial Intelligence
The webinar was an attempt by Dr Juergen Schmidhuber, Father of modern Artificial
Intelligence, to discuss how AI based on neural networks(NNs) and deep learning is
helping or has helped to fight this pandemic which is Covid19.
g) Licensed to Analyze:
A data scientist’s role combines computer science, statistics, and mathematics. They
analyze, process, and model data then interpret the results to create actionable plans for
companies and other organizations.
Data scientists are analytical experts who utilize their skills in both technology and social
science to find trends and manage data. They use industry knowledge, contextual
understanding, skepticism of existing assumptions – to uncover solutions to business
challenges.A data scientist’s work typically involves making sense of messy, unstructured
data, from sources such as smart devices, social media feeds, and emails that don’t
neatly fit into a database.
Technical skills are not the only thing that matters, however. Data scientists often exist in
business settings and are charged with communicating complex ideas and making data-
driven organizational decisions. As a result, it is highly important for them to be effective
communicators, leaders and team members as well as high-level analytical thinkers.
The webinar was moderated by Parikshit A Advani, Founder, Lawyerservices and was
addressed by Dr Usama Fayyad & Hamit Hamutchu .
The webinar was an attempt by Dr Usama Fayyad & Hamit Hamutchu, to have a look
in depth at the Data Scientist career ;defining roles and assessing skills- who do we call
a data scientist and what do you need to know to be called a Data Scientist.

38. h) Driving through employee engagement in digital workplace:
Gone are the days when the workplace was merely a physical space employees occupied
during regular office hours. Today's always connected, instant access environment has
blurred the lines between the physical office and the place where work actually happens.
As the distinction between professional and personal life dissolves, and the workplace
becomes truly digital, employees are communicating and collaborating in unprecedented
ways
Digital signage can help modernize your employee communications to match your
progressive culture. By reinforcing benefits and perks available to your workforce, you
can increase their happiness and productivity, and make sure everyone gets the
information they need, when they need it, no matter where they are. Today, more than
ever before, getting employees engaged and boosting morale are major priorities for
organizations that want to keep up with the times.
The webinar was moderated by and was Ms. Chaitali Mukherjee, Partner and Leader,
People and Organization, PwC India addressed by Mr. Manish Sharma, President and
CEO of Panasonic, India and SA, Mr. Rajesh Ramakrishnan, Manufacturing Director,
Perfetti Van Melle, India , Mr. Jame Thomas, Vice President, SAP Success Factors, India
and Mr. Dilip Chenoy, Secretary General, FICCI, India.
The webinar was an attempt by the four panellists to talk about the big shifts that
workplaces are seeing. The macro environment in itself is both static and dynamic at the
same time right now . Hence in the light of the current situation how are organisation and
industry bodies are seeing it. And most importantly do we have a template that leaders
can actually follow to actually ,anage and drive growth.
i) Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics:
Today industrial manufacturing or manufacturing at scale has come a long way and can
see them take yet another leap. Robots are becoming more useful and more accessible
than ever. today robotics is globally a 90 Billion Dollars industry. The use of robotics in
sectors such as healthcare, automotive, electronics and in several other businesses
continue to advance, expand and evolve at a rapid pace with a robust digital
transformation strategy.

39. Advanced manufacturing and robotics are widely recognised as the main driver of
business R&D expenditure and as critical enablers of emerging technologies. The current
Covid-19 crisis has made countries across the world realise the importance of being self-
reliant but at the same time have enhanced regional cooperation to reduce the
dependency of concentrated supply chains.
The global manufacturing industry will be witnessing significant changes in the coming
decade and robotics, AI and IoT will play an increasingly important role. In a situation like
this, automation and robotics could reduce dependence on human labour and increase
productivity, preventing the chances of future plant shutdowns.
The webinar was moderated by Janesh Janardhanan, Senior Director, Frost and
Sullivan and was addressed by Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Rohit Girdhar, Akanksha
Jagwani and Ajay Gopalswamy
The webinar was an attempt by Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Rohit Girdhar, Akanksha
Jagwani and Ajay Gopalswamy, to focus on how advanced manufacturing and robotics
will help in regional collaboration so as to reduce dependencies and become self reliant
and make fully automated plants.
j) 6th ASIA PACIFIC SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT:
The webinar was moderated by Dan Craft, Forum Global and was addressed by
Areewan Haorangsi, Secretary General , Asia Pacific Telecommunity, Mario Maniewicz
, Director, Radio Communications Bureau, ITU and Dr. Ismail, Director, Resource
Management and Equipments posts and informatics, Ministry of Communication
Informatics, Indonesia
The webinar was an attempt by Areewan Haorangsi, Mario Maniewicz and Dr. Ismail,
to discuss the benefits of this virtual conference and Asia Pacific Spectrum Management
and how it will help with the current pandemic situation and after.
k) AI FOR GOOD:
Months into the COVID-19 pandemic, shelter restrictions are beginning to lift and people
are experimenting with a slow return to a new normal. While prospects for moving to a
post-pandemic world remain highly uncertain, we are seeing major shifts in how we
conduct business, resume education, interact socially and think globally.

40. AI provides for extraordinary opportunities to accelerate solutions to problems when it’s
harnessed to human interest and social benefits. The advent of digital technology has
already shifted much of our physical work to digital. Consequently, AI-based technologies
are becoming more pervasive in our work. This will change the way we work in the
following ways.The virtualization of the work has made us wonder about ways artificial
intelligence (AI) could help make our workforce more resilient in times of global
emergencies like this. Once our work is virtualized, it can be digitized, tracked, turned into
data and used to train an AI system to mimic how we work.
Crucially, a technology that had till now been crawling — or at best, walking slowly — will
now start sprinting. In fact, a paradigm shift in the economic relationship of mankind is
going to be witnessed in the form of accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence (AI)
technologies in the modes of production of goods and services.The alternate universe of
AI, machine learning, cloud computing, big data, 5G and automation is getting closer to
us every day.
The webinar was moderated by Ziki, community and brand team lead, SG Innovate and
was addressed by Prof Yoshua Bengio, Scientific Director, Mila and Co-founder,
Element AI and Dr Kai-Fu Lee, Chairman & CEO, Sinovation Ventures and President,
Sinovation Ventures Artificial Intelligence Institute
The webinar was an attempt by Prof Yoshua Bengio and Dr Kai-Fu Lee, to discuss
that what part is AI playing in R&D and for humanity, to help our future economy and
society be more resilient, liveable and sustainable, particularly as we begin to rebuild in
the COVID-19 era and what an ideal future of AI could look like.
j) Fighting Against Killer Robot:
In this world almost everything has a positive and raging negative affect. But it is us who
decides to opt for which way to use it standing against the consequences. Same is the
case with one of the best technologies that this generation has got to use which has taken
the business operations to a completely different level contributing to the economy as
well. Artificial intelligence (AI) is progressing rapidly. While science fiction often portrays
AI as robots with human-like characteristics, AI can encompass anything from Google’s
search algorithms to IBM’s Watson to autonomous weapons.

41. But keeping in note as said above AI also comes with negative impact, risk , issues or we
can say this technology is also exploited. one of the issues faced in application of AI is
Killer Robot which is fully autonomous weapons that would decide who lives and dies,
without further human intervention, which crosses a moral threshold. As machines, they
would lack the inherently human characteristics such as compassion that are necessary
to make complex ethical choices. Throwing light on this Prof. Toby Walsh organised a
webinar on Fighting against Killer Robot onJune 07, 2020.
The webinar was moderated by Parikshit A Advani, Founder, LawyerServices, and was
addressed by Prof Toby Walsh, professor of artificial intelligence at the University of
New South Wales and Data61.
The webinar was an attempt to stop the exploitation of Artificial Intelligence, stating the
harm it has caused and is expected to cause in the long run.
2) MINUTES OF THE MEETINGS (MoM):
Also known as protocol or note, minutes are the live written record of a meeting. They
include the list of attendees, issues raised, related responses, and final decisions taken
to address the issues. Their purpose is to record what actions have been assigned to
whom, along with the achievements and the deadlines. They highlight the key issues
that are discussed, motions proposed or voted on, and activities to be undertaken. The
minutes of a meeting are usually taken by a designated member of the group. Their task
is to provide an accurate record of what transpired during the meeting.
Importance of minutes of the meetings:
● The participants to the meetings have a reminder aid
● The minutes say who will do what and when
● They are the starting point of the following meeting
● They are helpful for those absent to know was discussed and what decisions have
been taken
● In case of conflicts, they are useful to know what agreements were made
In FICCI I was asked to attend all the meetings and was asked to prepare the Minutes
of the Meetings. They used to tell me beforehand the agenda of the meeting which
helped to prepare myself to write the MoMs. Since it is hard to capture all the points
instantly the meeting was recorded so that I can take reference from it and capture the
points I missed. This helped me strengthen my concentration power and helped me

42. understand the points that were put up during the meeting. Observing the meetings so
closely also helped me to learn how to behave and conduct yourself during a
professional meeting, how to prepare yourself for a meeting and how the meeting is
conducted in a formal way. Personally, I learned the professional vocabularies which I
was totally unaware of which are exciting to learn about and use it in my professional
life.
The meetings I attended were:
a) SSD 10, IT and ITES sectional committee- Sub committee
meeting for planning the scope
b) TED COUNCIL MEETING:

43. c) Meeting with Chair and Co-Chairs of ICT Committee
d) Interactive Session with Chairman TRAI

44. 3) CREATING DATABASE:
A database is an organized collection of data, generally stored and accessed
electronically from a computer system. Where databases are more complex they are
often developed using formal design and modeling techniques. A database is a
collection of information that is organized so that it can be easily accessed, managed
and updated. A database is an organized collection of data, so that it can be easily
accessed and managed. Computer databases typically contain aggregations of data
records or files, containing information about sales transactions or interactions with
specific customers. Databases are structured to facilitate the storage, retrieval,
modification, and deletion of data in conjunction with various data-processing operations
For any event to be organised, there needs to be a set of steps to be followed and one
of them is preparing the database of different essentials of the event. In FICC, there
was an event which was going to be organised by them which was on Artificial
Intelligence therefore asked me to prepare a database of best AI speakers and best AI
companies in India. Therefore for this i prepared an excel sheet to store and organise
the data. And for finding data regarding the AI speakers and AI companies of India I
took the help of Google search and different platforms like LinkedIn, websites of the
companies, etc.
The following work was done by me:
a) List of AI companies in India:

48. b) List of AI speakers in India:

49. 4) REPORT WRITING:
Report writing is a formal style of writing elaborately on a topic. The tone of a report is
always formal. The audience it is meant for is always thought out section. For example
– report writing about a school event, report writing about a business case, etc. Report
is a message presented before the management after making detailed inquiry or
investigation with or without opinions or recommendations.

50. In other words, the report conveys the information which is used to find the fact or to assist
in decision making or solving any business problems. Generally, a report is prepared and
presented according to the needs of the top management.
The followings are the features of the Report.
1. Precise: The reporter should be very clear in drafting a report. If so, he/she may
present the report very precisely with coherence and makes it a valuable document.
2. Accuracy: The construction of sentences brings accuracy of the disclosed information.
Besides, there is no ambiguous in understanding. Spelling mistake irritates the reader.
Faulty punctuation may mislead the meaning.
3. Only Facts: The management is going to take a decision on the basis of the factual
information available in the report. Inaccurate facts may lead to faulty decisions.
4. No Grammar Mistake: All the rules relating to grammar should be followed while
drafting a report. The quality and validity of the report is affected due to grammar mistake.
5. Relevance: Only relevant information must be included in the report. Irrelevant
information should not be included in the report. If relevant information is not included,
the report is incomplete. If irrelevant information is included the readers are confused.
6. Simple Language: Simple sentences can be used for drafting a report. Lengthy
sentences should be avoided. A report should be understood by an ordinary layman.
7. Unambiguous Language: The report should be free from ornamental language.
Unknown words, unfamiliar words and double meaning words should not be used while
drafting a report. Idioms and Phrases may be used if required for proper understanding
of the subject.
8. Reader Orientation: It is necessary to keep in mind the person(s) who is (are) going
to read the report. There must be an attraction in the report while reading the same.
9. Arrangement of Matters: The subject matter of the report should be symmetrically
arranged. If so, the readers can understand the report in the right direction.
10. Clarity: Clarity depends on proper arrangement of facts. The report can be presented
in the order of introduction about the preparation of the report, objectives of report,
sources of data, methodology used for collecting the data, findings and finally

51. recommendations. These are presented in the form of short paragraphs with suitable
main headings and sub-headings to achieve greater clarity.
In FICCI I was asked to prepare a report on the several topics given to me on which I
had to do prepare a short report. I took the help of Google to do so. The topics given to
me were as follows:
a) DOTCOM BOOM (1990s -2000s):

52. 2) Article on Universal Acceptance of Indic Language:

53. 3) Digital the new normal

55. 4) DIGITAL SECTOR IN INDIA:

60. INTERNSHIP OUTCOME:
● In the normal course of time, FICCI used to organize and conduct all seminars
and meetings in physical place but now because of the COVID-19 pandemic they
had to organize it on online mode. All the webinars and meetings started
organizing in an online platform which was done with the help of interns. The
successful conduct of webinars and meetings was possible with the help and
support of the interns and employees together.
● Also because of Covid-19 pandemic many employees were laid off in FICCI.
Therefore, interns were hired which helped the employees to reduce their
workload and have hurdle free continuation of work from home.
● Since everything has turned to an online mode, meetings were also conducted
online because of which noting down minutes of the meeting is also difficult.
Therefore interns were asked to record the meeting so that noting down the
points would be easy and to ensure that nothing important is missed.
● FICCI was also going to organize a huge event revolving around Artificial
Intelligence for which they asked the interns to prepare a database of the AI
companies in India and best AI speakers of India which helped them to conduct
the event as the database helped them to gain information to reach out to the
speakers to come and give us the honor to have them on our event.
● Interns were also asked to note down the talking points before the meeting was
conducted. Preparation of talking points beforehand helped the members of the
meeting to use those points during the meeting. It also acts as a reminder that
ensures that all the points have been covered during the meeting which are
important and also the points are the highlights of the meeting.

61. INTERNSHIP LEARNINGS:
I would like to start by saying that this internship was a life changing experience for me
as it was my pleasure to have got an opportunity to work with such a big renowned
company- FICCI ( Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry). I’m
highly thankful to the HR who believed that I'm eligible to work here. I gained a lot of
knowledge and new skills under my mentor Mr. Vidit Singh Rai who is so supportive and
welcoming. He solved all of my queries without hesitating and also helped me in gaining
lots of skills which i have discussed below:
1. Teamwork
The first thing that I learned is definitely team work. This internship was very necessary
for me as it gave me a sense of doing work as a team and focusing on the same objective.
In FICCI, I worked under Mr. Vidit Singh Rai as a team. For finishing a task it was not a
wholesome responsibility for me only but for us as a team where I coordinated with him
and took his guidance and support. I learnt to work as a team without focusing entirely on
myself.
2. Problem Solving Skills
Working in a professional environment is not always smooth and hassle free, there many
times arises situations where you need to give input for solving a certain problem. Same
has also risen in FICCI where I learnt that solving a problem is also an art which needs
quick thinking and clarity in mind.
3. Work Ethics
work ethics cannot be learned until you are in a tangible work environment. Practically in
college education, we often make excuses for late submissions, short attendance and
many more things. But it is only when we are introduced to the actual environment that
we learn work ethics. Like in office, late submission can cost us a lot and can immensely

62. affect our career therefore we are bound to follow the work ethics. In FICCI, they give
core importance to the punctuality of work and late submissions were not accepted
therefore it helped me to develop a sense of punctuality in myself and responsibility
towards my work.
4. Adaptability Skills
Not everyone is adaptable from the beginning. And this could also cause loss to us if we
don’t adapt to the work environment and their values. Being adaptive to our surroundings
easily is one of the most useful soft skills not only desirable to employers but also
important to our self-growth. Therefore, it is beneficial for us to learn these skills during
our internship while working there will help us prepare for our jobs for future.
5. Communication Skills
It’s one of the most important skills that our senior authorities look for in an employee and
in interns as well and it is something that can get you from bottom to top. Communication
represents us how we present ourselves in front of our recruiters. Internship has helped
me a lot to improve my communications skills professionally and personally as well. I
observed my mentors how they communicated amongst each other and with me as well
and I tried gasping that skill too.
6. Time Management
Another skill that I learned which is also very important is time management. It's the skill
which everyone should have while working in a professional environment. There we have
sometimes lots of work and we have to use our managing skill and allocate time to each
of it in a way that it doesn't hinder your work and is done on time.