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Indian Navy Veteran of 35+ years  ·  Technology Thought Leader  · 

Rear Admiral Subasish Gantayet

Vishisht Seva Medal  ·  IIT Madras - Professor of Practise  ·  IIT Kharagpur - MTech Computer Science

Personal Motto
“Leap, and the net will appear.”
“Powerful reminder of the importance of taking bold steps towards our goals and dreams, even when the outcome is uncertain. It embodies the spirit of courage, faith, and the willingness to embrace the unknown.”
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Rear Admiral Subasish Gantayet, VSM
VSM Awardee
Background

Distinguished Service & Leadership

Proudly following the technology passion as Professor of Practise at Electrical Engineering Department of IIT Madras and part of the GaN Semiconductor Project there - Prof (Rear Admiral) S Gantayet.

A decorated officer of the Indian Navy with decades of distinguished service, Rear Admiral Subasish Gantayet, VSM brings a rare blend of strategic military leadership and deep technology insight to every engagement.

Having served at the highest levels of naval command, he now channels that experience into thought leadership at the intersection of emerging technology, national security, and digital transformation.

Bold steps taken with courage, faith, and a willingness to embrace the unknown — this philosophy has guided a career defined by decisive action and enduring impact.

30+
Years of Service
VSM
Vishisht Seva Medal
RA
Rear Admiral Rank
IN
Indian Navy
Domains

Areas of Expertise

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Defence Technology

Strategic application of emerging technologies in defence and national security — from AI and autonomous systems to cyber warfare.

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Digital Transformation

Leading organisations through complex technology transitions with a focus on people, process, and platform alignment.

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Strategic Leadership

High-stakes decision-making, crisis management, and large-scale operational command at the highest levels of service.

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Innovation & AI

Tracking and evaluating frontier AI developments and their implications for industry, governance, and national security.

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Policy & Governance

Advising on technology policy, cybersecurity frameworks, and responsible innovation at institutional and national levels.

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Mentorship

Guiding the next generation of leaders in both military service and the technology sector through experience and example.

Curated Reading

Favourite Technology Resources

A curated selection of technology publications I follow closely for insights on emerging technology, innovation, and the future of defence and industry.

TechCrunch↗ WIRED↗ The Verge↗ Gizmodo↗ MIT Technology Review↗ Ars Technica↗
Get in Touch

Let’s Connect

Whether you wish to discuss technology, leadership, or potential collaboration — I would be glad to hear from you.

gantayet@gmail.com
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