TLDR: C.P. Gurnani, Co-Founder and Vice-Chairman of AIonOS, has received the Vineet Nayyar Technology Award 2025 from the Capital Foundation Society. The award recognizes his four-decade career in transforming businesses, driving digital innovation, and his significant contributions to Artificial Intelligence. Gurnani, a globally recognized AI leader, emphasized his belief in technology serving people and the planet.
New Delhi, India – C.P. Gurnani, a distinguished figure in the technology sector and Co-Founder and Vice-Chairman of AIonOS, has been conferred with the esteemed Vineet Nayyar Technology Award 2025. The Capital Foundation Society presented this prestigious honor at its Annual Awards and Lecture, held at the India International Centre in New Delhi on September 6, 2025. The award was presented by Justice N. Kotiswar Singh, a sitting Judge of the Supreme Court of India, with Justice A.K. Patnaik also in attendance.
The accolade celebrates Gurnani’s remarkable four-decade-long journey, marked by his transformative leadership in business and his pioneering efforts in digital innovation. He is widely recognized for orchestrating iconic corporate turnarounds and evolving global enterprises into formidable digital powerhouses. His current endeavors at AIonOS are focused on developing cutting-edge, AI-driven platforms designed to foster intelligent, inclusive, and sustainable businesses.
Fondly known as “CP,” Gurnani’s influence extends globally, earning him a place among the ‘Top 100 Most Influential Leaders in AI.’ His unwavering mission is centered on ensuring that technology serves humanity and the planet.
Upon receiving the award, Gurnani shared his sentiments, stating, “This award is not just a recognition of my journey but also a reaffirmation of my belief that technology must serve people and the planet. The real reward lies in making a difference, one person at a time. What makes this honour truly special is that it carries the name of my dear friend and mentor, Vineet Nayyar. To be recognised through an award that celebrates his legacy is both humbling and deeply personal.”
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Beyond his technological achievements, Gurnani’s leadership significantly impacts education and social development. He is a co-founder of Plaksha University and serves on the boards of prominent institutions such as IIM Nagpur, Mahindra University, and upGrad. His efforts have been pivotal in establishing skilling initiatives that bridge industry demands with future-ready education. Furthermore, his commitment to community welfare is evident through his co-founding of Titliyan NGO and his involvement with organizations like the Mohan Foundation and Feeding Hands in Jaipur. He also actively supports global entrepreneurship and economic acceleration through the Wadhwani Foundation.
