Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge meets Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister to strengthen technological ties

Karnataka’s Minister for Rural Development & Panchayat Raj and Information Technology Priyank Kharge met Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Digital Affairs of Poland Krzysztof Gawkowski, during his official visit to Poland on Saturday.

They engaged in constructive discussions to enhance bilateral collaboration in the technology sector, with a special focus on skills advancement, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and innovation, cybersecurity, digital governance, and other emerging technologies, according to an official note from Mr. Kharge’s office.

Mr. Kharge welcomed Poland’s role as the partner country for the upcoming Bengaluru Tech Summit (BTS) 2025, scheduled in November. Polish companies have expressed their eagerness to showcase their technological expertise and innovations at this India’s flagship technology event.

Mr. Kharge said: “Poland has emerged as a dynamic hub for digital innovation, and we see immense potential in building strong partnerships across AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. With Poland as the partner country for Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025, we look forward to co-creating solutions that not only serve our two nations but also contribute to the global technology ecosystem.”

Mr. Kharge also highlighted that this collaboration will lay the foundation for deeper India–Poland cooperation in technology and digital domains, fostering innovation, inclusivity, and future-ready solutions.