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Personal Life

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	== Personal Life ==		== Personal Life ==
	Karthik Raja Karnan married '''Kowsalya''' in 2021, and the couple has a daughter, '''Kannukiniya'''. Deeply passionate about nature and sustainability, Karthik engages in '''tree planting, gardening,''' and '''environmental awareness programs''', aligning his personal values with his professional mission.		Karthik Raja Karnan married '''Kowsalya''' in 2021, and the couple has a daughter, '''Kannukiniya'''. Deeply passionate about nature and sustainability, Karthik engages in '''tree planting, gardening,''' and '''environmental awareness programs''', aligning his personal values with his professional mission.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Celebrating Innovation: Karthik Raja Karnan and Madique Technologies at World Summit 2024 \|url=https://thefortuneindia.com/celebrating-innovation-karthik-raja-karnan-and-madique-technologies-at-world-summit-2024/ \|website=The Fortune India \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	==Vision for the Future==		==Vision for the Future==

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Achievements and Recognitions

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	==Achievements and Recognitions==		==Achievements and Recognitions==
	Karthik’s dedication to innovation and inclusive entrepreneurship has been honored with numerous awards, including:		Karthik’s dedication to innovation and inclusive entrepreneurship has been honored with numerous awards, including:<ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan honored with India's Top SME 100 Award; multiple prestigious accolades in 2025 \|url=https://up18news.com/karthik-raja-karnan-honored-with-indias-top-sme-100-award-multiple-prestigious-acclades-in-2025/ \|website=UP18 News \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	*'''India’s TOP SME 100 Award''' – India SME Forum & Axis Bank, New Delhi (2025)		*'''India’s TOP SME 100 Award''' – India SME Forum & Axis Bank, New Delhi (2025)
	*'''Pride of Tamil Nadu Award''' – Youngster Times Media, Madurai (2025)		*'''Pride of Tamil Nadu Award''' – Youngster Times Media, Madurai (2025)

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Professional Journey

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	Choosing passion over security, Karthik declined a job offer from '''Titan''' and launched his startup from a small car shed, laying the foundation for what would become '''MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited'''.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan and Madique Technologies Win Top Honors at India 5000 Awards \|url=https://thecapitalnews.in/index.php/2024/11/28/karthik-raja-karnan-and-madique-technologies-win-top-honors-at-india-5000-awards/ \|website=The Capital News \|date=28 November 2024 \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>		Choosing passion over security, Karthik declined a job offer from '''Titan''' and launched his startup from a small car shed, laying the foundation for what would become '''MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited'''.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan and Madique Technologies Win Top Honors at India 5000 Awards \|url=https://thecapitalnews.in/index.php/2024/11/28/karthik-raja-karnan-and-madique-technologies-win-top-honors-at-india-5000-awards/ \|website=The Capital News \|date=28 November 2024 \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	With minimal resources, he developed revolutionary machines such as the '''Automatic Murukku Machine''' and the '''Automatic Idiyappam Machine''', making automation accessible to micro and small food businesses. These products were praised for their compact size, efficiency, and affordability.		With minimal resources, he developed revolutionary machines such as the '''Automatic Murukku Machine''' and the '''Automatic Idiyappam Machine''', making automation accessible to micro and small food businesses. These products were praised for their compact size, efficiency, and affordability.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Empowering Dreams: The Inspiring Success Story of Karthik Raja Karnan and Madique Technologies \|url=https://entreprenuerstory.com/empowering-dreams-the-inspiring-success-story-of-karthik-rajakarnan-and-madique-technologies/ \|website=Entrepreneur Story \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan and Madique Technologies: Empowering Food Entrepreneurs Globally \|url=https://english.loktej.com/article/15562/karthik-raja-karnan-and-madique-technologies--empowering-food-entrepreneurs-globally \|website=Loktej English \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	Today, MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited serves clients in over '''30 countries''' and continues to disrupt the food machinery sector with user-friendly, cost-effective solutions that cater to entrepreneurs of all backgrounds.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Madique Technologies Sets New Standard for Food Processing with World Record-Breaking Idiyappam Machine \|url=https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/madique-technologies-sets-new-standard-for-food-processing-with-world-record-breaking-idiyappam-machine-1034068553 \|website=Markets Business Insider \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>		Today, MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited serves clients in over '''30 countries''' and continues to disrupt the food machinery sector with user-friendly, cost-effective solutions that cater to entrepreneurs of all backgrounds.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Madique Technologies Sets New Standard for Food Processing with World Record-Breaking Idiyappam Machine \|url=https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/madique-technologies-sets-new-standard-for-food-processing-with-world-record-breaking-idiyappam-machine-1034068553 \|website=Markets Business Insider \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

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Smiles of India Foundation and Social Impact

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	== Smiles of India Foundation and Social Impact ==		== Smiles of India Foundation and Social Impact ==
	Karthik co-founded the '''Smiles of India Foundation''', a non-profit initiative that reflects his commitment to social transformation. The foundation’s major activities include:		Karthik co-founded the '''Smiles of India Foundation''', a non-profit initiative that reflects his commitment to social transformation. The foundation’s major activities include:<ref>{{cite web \|title=Revolutionizing Food Automation: Karthik Raja Karnan’s Madique Technologies Launches the World’s Smallest Idiyappam Machine \|url=https://boroktimes.com/revolutionizing-food-automation-karthik-raja-karnans-madique-technologies-launches-the-worlds-smallest-idiyappam-machine/ \|website=Borok Times \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	*Donating '''₹500 from each machine sale''' by MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited to the Foundation in the '''customer’s name.'''		*Donating '''₹500 from each machine sale''' by MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited to the Foundation in the '''customer’s name.'''
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	*Promoting environmental responsibility by distributing '''over 10,000 seed balls''' and gifting '''1,000+ copies of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s biography.'''		*Promoting environmental responsibility by distributing '''over 10,000 seed balls''' and gifting '''1,000+ copies of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s biography.'''

	This model ensures that every machine purchased becomes a tool for social change, tying innovation directly to impact.		This model ensures that every machine purchased becomes a tool for social change, tying innovation directly to impact.<ref>{{cite web \|title=From Engineer to Entrepreneur: Karthik Raja Karnan's Journey to Empowering Food Entrepreneurs Globally \|url=https://hindustaninsider.in/2024/12/04/from-engineer-to-entrepreneur-karthik-raja-karnans-journey-to-empowering-food-entrepreneurs-globally/ \|website=Hindustan Insider \|date=4 December 2024 \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	== Personal Life ==		== Personal Life ==

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Professional Journey

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	== Professional Journey ==		== Professional Journey ==
	Choosing passion over security, Karthik declined a job offer from '''Titan''' and launched his startup from a small car shed, laying the foundation for what would become '''MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited'''.		Choosing passion over security, Karthik declined a job offer from '''Titan''' and launched his startup from a small car shed, laying the foundation for what would become '''MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited'''.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan and Madique Technologies Win Top Honors at India 5000 Awards \|url=https://thecapitalnews.in/index.php/2024/11/28/karthik-raja-karnan-and-madique-technologies-win-top-honors-at-india-5000-awards/ \|website=The Capital News \|date=28 November 2024 \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	With minimal resources, he developed revolutionary machines such as the '''Automatic Murukku Machine''' and the '''Automatic Idiyappam Machine''', making automation accessible to micro and small food businesses. These products were praised for their compact size, efficiency, and affordability.		With minimal resources, he developed revolutionary machines such as the '''Automatic Murukku Machine''' and the '''Automatic Idiyappam Machine''', making automation accessible to micro and small food businesses. These products were praised for their compact size, efficiency, and affordability.

	Today, MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited serves clients in over '''30 countries''' and continues to disrupt the food machinery sector with user-friendly, cost-effective solutions that cater to entrepreneurs of all backgrounds.		Today, MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited serves clients in over '''30 countries''' and continues to disrupt the food machinery sector with user-friendly, cost-effective solutions that cater to entrepreneurs of all backgrounds.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Madique Technologies Sets New Standard for Food Processing with World Record-Breaking Idiyappam Machine \|url=https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/madique-technologies-sets-new-standard-for-food-processing-with-world-record-breaking-idiyappam-machine-1034068553 \|website=Markets Business Insider \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	==Achievements and Recognitions==		==Achievements and Recognitions==

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	own food businesses.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan brings Dr Kalam's vision to life with Madiques' groundbreaking food machines \|url=https://helloentrepreneurs.com/business/karthik-raja-karnan-brings-dr-kalams-vision-to-life-with-madiques-groundbreaking-food-machines-46739/ \|website=Hello Entrepreneurs \|access-date=21 August 2025}}</ref>		own food businesses.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan brings Dr Kalam's vision to life with Madiques' groundbreaking food machines \|url=https://helloentrepreneurs.com/business/karthik-raja-karnan-brings-dr-kalams-vision-to-life-with-madiques-groundbreaking-food-machines-46739/ \|website=Hello Entrepreneurs \|access-date=21 August 2025}}</ref>

	Among his innovations is the '''world’s smallest automatic idiyappam machine''', which earned a spot in the Kalam’s Book of World Records. Karthik is also the co-founder of the '''Smiles of India Foundation''', a philanthropic initiative that integrates social impact into his business model, focusing on education, health, and rural development.		Among his innovations is the '''world’s smallest automatic idiyappam machine''', which earned a spot in the Kalam’s Book of World Records. Karthik is also the co-founder of the '''Smiles of India Foundation''', a philanthropic initiative that integrates social impact into his business model, focusing on education, health, and rural development.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan: From a Car Shed Startup to a Global Food Automation Leader \|url=https://hindustanmetro.com/karthik-raja-karnan-from-a-car-shed-startup-to-a-global-food-automation-leader/ \|website=Hindustan Metro \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|title=Revolutionizing Food Entrepreneurship: The Impact of Karthik Raja Karnan’s Idiyappam Machine \|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/revolutionizing-food-entrepreneurship-the-impact-of-karthik-raja-karnans-idiyappam-machine/articleshow/123523547.cms \|website=Times of India \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==
	Karthik was born into a modest, working-class family in '''Salem, Tamil Nadu''', to Mr. Karnan and Mrs. Kaladevi, both skilled handloom weavers. From childhood, he demonstrated an instinct for innovation—building tools and toys from scrap materials and approaching learning with creativity.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Celebrating excellence: Karthik Rajakarnan named top-CEO at India 5000 Awards \|url=https://www.aninews.in/news/business/celebrating-excellence-karthik-rajakarnan-named-topceo-at-india-5000-awards20241125170400/ \|website=ANI News \|access-date=21 August 2025}}</ref>		Karthik was born into a modest, working-class family in '''Salem, Tamil Nadu''', to Mr. Karnan and Mrs. Kaladevi, both skilled handloom weavers. From childhood, he demonstrated an instinct for innovation—building tools and toys from scrap materials and approaching learning with creativity.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Celebrating excellence: Karthik Rajakarnan named top-CEO at India 5000 Awards \|url=https://www.aninews.in/news/business/celebrating-excellence-karthik-rajakarnan-named-topceo-at-india-5000-awards20241125170400/ \|website=ANI News \|access-date=21 August 2025}}</ref>

	He completed his schooling at a government school and graduated in '''Electrical and Electronics Engineering''' from the '''Knowledge Institute of Technology''', Salem, in 2016. Though he found rote memorization difficult, he excelled in conceptual and practical applications. His academic journey brought him awards such as the '''Brahma Award''', '''District-Level Best Student Award''', and '''State-Level Best Student Award''', culminating in national recognition for his student innovations.		He completed his schooling at a government school and graduated in '''Electrical and Electronics Engineering''' from the '''Knowledge Institute of Technology''', Salem, in 2016. Though he found rote memorization difficult, he excelled in conceptual and practical applications. His academic journey brought him awards such as the '''Brahma Award''', '''District-Level Best Student Award''', and '''State-Level Best Student Award''', culminating in national recognition for his student innovations.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan Brings Dr Kalam’s Vision to Life with Madique’s Groundbreaking Food Machines \|url=https://helloentrepreneurs.com/business/karthik-raja-karnan-brings-dr-kalams-vision-to-life-with-madiques-groundbreaking-food-machines-46739/ \|website=Hello Entrepreneurs \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|title=Celebrating Excellence: Karthik Raja Karnan Named Top CEO at India 5000 Awards \|url=https://www.aninews.in/news/business/celebrating-excellence-karthik-raja-karnan-named-top-ceo-at-india-5000-awards20241125170400/ \|website=ANI News \|date=25 November 2024 \|access-date=5 September 2025}}</ref>

	== Professional Journey ==		== Professional Journey ==

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	}}		}}'''Karthik Raja Karnan''' (born May 30, 1994) is an Indian entrepreneur, innovator, and the founder
	'''Karthik Raja Karnan''' (born May 30, 1994) is an Indian entrepreneur, innovator, and the founder
	and CEO of '''MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited''', a pioneering manufacturer of food		and CEO of '''MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited''', a pioneering manufacturer of food
	processing machinery. He is widely recognized for transforming the food automation industry in		processing machinery. He is widely recognized for transforming the food automation industry in
	India through his affordable and innovative machines that have empowered over '''3,000 entrepreneurs''', including '''physically challenged individuals''' and '''homemakers''', to start their		India through his affordable and innovative machines that have empowered over '''3,000 entrepreneurs''', including '''physically challenged individuals''' and '''homemakers''', to start their
	own food businesses.<ref>https://helloentrepreneurs.com/business/karthik-raja-karnan-brings-dr-kalams-vision-to-life-with-madiques-groundbreaking-food-machines-46739/</ref>		own food businesses.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Karthik Raja Karnan brings Dr Kalam's vision to life with Madiques' groundbreaking food machines \|url=https://helloentrepreneurs.com/business/karthik-raja-karnan-brings-dr-kalams-vision-to-life-with-madiques-groundbreaking-food-machines-46739/ \|website=Hello Entrepreneurs \|access-date=21 August 2025}}</ref>

	Among his innovations is the '''world’s smallest automatic idiyappam machine''', which earned a spot in the Kalam’s Book of World Records. Karthik is also the co-founder of the '''Smiles of India Foundation''', a philanthropic initiative that integrates social impact into his business model, focusing on education, health, and rural development.		Among his innovations is the '''world’s smallest automatic idiyappam machine''', which earned a spot in the Kalam’s Book of World Records. Karthik is also the co-founder of the '''Smiles of India Foundation''', a philanthropic initiative that integrates social impact into his business model, focusing on education, health, and rural development.

	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==
	Karthik was born into a modest, working-class family in '''Salem, Tamil Nadu''', to Mr. Karnan and Mrs. Kaladevi, both skilled handloom weavers. From childhood, he demonstrated an instinct for innovation—building tools and toys from scrap materials and approaching learning with creativity.<ref>https://www.aninews.in/news/business/celebrating-excellence-karthik-rajakarnan-named-topceo-at-india-5000-awards20241125170400/</ref>		Karthik was born into a modest, working-class family in '''Salem, Tamil Nadu''', to Mr. Karnan and Mrs. Kaladevi, both skilled handloom weavers. From childhood, he demonstrated an instinct for innovation—building tools and toys from scrap materials and approaching learning with creativity.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Celebrating excellence: Karthik Rajakarnan named top-CEO at India 5000 Awards \|url=https://www.aninews.in/news/business/celebrating-excellence-karthik-rajakarnan-named-topceo-at-india-5000-awards20241125170400/ \|website=ANI News \|access-date=21 August 2025}}</ref>

	He completed his schooling at a government school and graduated in '''Electrical and Electronics Engineering''' from the '''Knowledge Institute of Technology''', Salem, in 2016. Though he found rote memorization difficult, he excelled in conceptual and practical applications. His academic journey brought him awards such as the '''Brahma Award''', '''District-Level Best Student Award''', and '''State-Level Best Student Award''', culminating in national recognition for his student innovations.		He completed his schooling at a government school and graduated in '''Electrical and Electronics Engineering''' from the '''Knowledge Institute of Technology''', Salem, in 2016. Though he found rote memorization difficult, he excelled in conceptual and practical applications. His academic journey brought him awards such as the '''Brahma Award''', '''District-Level Best Student Award''', and '''State-Level Best Student Award''', culminating in national recognition for his student innovations.

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	Karthik was born into a modest, working-class family in '''Salem, Tamil Nadu''', to Mr. Karnan and Mrs. Kaladevi, both skilled handloom weavers. From childhood, he demonstrated an instinct for innovation—building tools and toys from scrap materials and approaching learning with creativity.<ref>https://www.aninews.in/news/business/celebrating-excellence-karthik-rajakarnan-named-topceo-at-india-5000-awards20241125170400/</ref>		Karthik was born into a modest, working-class family in '''Salem, Tamil Nadu''', to Mr. Karnan and Mrs. Kaladevi, both skilled handloom weavers. From childhood, he demonstrated an instinct for innovation—building tools and toys from scrap materials and approaching learning with creativity.<ref>https://www.aninews.in/news/business/celebrating-excellence-karthik-rajakarnan-named-topceo-at-india-5000-awards20241125170400/</ref>

	He completed his schooling at a government school and graduated in '''Electrical and Electronics Engineering''' from the '''Knowledge Institute of Technology''', Salem, in 2016. Though he found rote memorization difficult, he excelled in conceptual and practical applications. His academic journey brought him awards such as the '''Brahma Award''', '''District-Level Best Student Award''', and '''State-Level Best Student Award''', culminating in national recognition for his student innovations.~~<ref>https://www.hindustanbytes.com/from-humble-beginnings-to-globalsuccess-karthik-rajakarnans-inspirational-journey-with-madiquetechnologies</ref>~~		He completed his schooling at a government school and graduated in '''Electrical and Electronics Engineering''' from the '''Knowledge Institute of Technology''', Salem, in 2016. Though he found rote memorization difficult, he excelled in conceptual and practical applications. His academic journey brought him awards such as the '''Brahma Award''', '''District-Level Best Student Award''', and '''State-Level Best Student Award''', culminating in national recognition for his student innovations.

	== Professional Journey ==		== Professional Journey ==
	Choosing passion over security, Karthik declined a job offer from '''Titan''' and launched his startup from a small car shed, laying the foundation for what would become '''MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited'''.		Choosing passion over security, Karthik declined a job offer from '''Titan''' and launched his startup from a small car shed, laying the foundation for what would become '''MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited'''.

	With minimal resources, he developed revolutionary machines such as the '''Automatic Murukku Machine''' and the '''Automatic Idiyappam Machine''', making automation accessible to micro and small food businesses. These products were praised for their compact size, efficiency, and affordability.~~<ref>https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/madique-technologiessets-new-standardfor-food-processing-with-world-record-breakingidiyappam-machine-1034068553</ref>~~		With minimal resources, he developed revolutionary machines such as the '''Automatic Murukku Machine''' and the '''Automatic Idiyappam Machine''', making automation accessible to micro and small food businesses. These products were praised for their compact size, efficiency, and affordability.

	Today, MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited serves clients in over '''30 countries''' and continues to disrupt the food machinery sector with user-friendly, cost-effective solutions that cater to entrepreneurs of all backgrounds.~~<ref>https://boroktimes.com/revolutionizing-food-automation-karthik-rajakarnans-madiquetechnologies-launches-the-worlds-smallest-idiyappammachine/</ref>~~		Today, MADique Technologies OPC Private Limited serves clients in over '''30 countries''' and continues to disrupt the food machinery sector with user-friendly, cost-effective solutions that cater to entrepreneurs of all backgrounds.

	==Achievements and Recognitions==		==Achievements and Recognitions==
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	*Promoting environmental responsibility by distributing '''over 10,000 seed balls''' and gifting '''1,000+ copies of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s biography.'''		*Promoting environmental responsibility by distributing '''over 10,000 seed balls''' and gifting '''1,000+ copies of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s biography.'''

	This model ensures that every machine purchased becomes a tool for social change, tying innovation directly to impact.~~<ref>https://hindustaninsider.in/2024/12/04/from-engineer-to-entrepreneurkarthik-raja-karnansjourney-to-empowering-food-entrepreneurs-globally/</ref>~~		This model ensures that every machine purchased becomes a tool for social change, tying innovation directly to impact.

	== Personal Life ==		== Personal Life ==
	Karthik Raja Karnan married '''Kowsalya''' in 2021, and the couple has a daughter, '''Kannukiniya'''. Deeply passionate about nature and sustainability, Karthik engages in '''tree planting, gardening,''' and '''environmental awareness programs''', aligning his personal values with his professional mission.~~<ref>https://thecapitalnews.in/index.php/2024/11/28/karthik-raja-karnan-andmadiquetechnologies-win-top-honors-at-india-5000-awards/</ref>~~		Karthik Raja Karnan married '''Kowsalya''' in 2021, and the couple has a daughter, '''Kannukiniya'''. Deeply passionate about nature and sustainability, Karthik engages in '''tree planting, gardening,''' and '''environmental awareness programs''', aligning his personal values with his professional mission.

	==Vision for the Future==		==Vision for the Future==
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	*'''Launching an academy''' to train aspiring food entrepreneurs.		*'''Launching an academy''' to train aspiring food entrepreneurs.
	*Innovating further in '''green technology''', sustainability, and automation.		*Innovating further in '''green technology''', sustainability, and automation.
	*Strengthening CSR efforts to increase impact in education, clean water, and ecological restoration.~~<ref>https://areporterlive.com/sustainability-meets-innovation-karthik-rajakarnans-madiquetechnologies-empowers-entrepreneurs/</ref>~~		*Strengthening CSR efforts to increase impact in education, clean water, and ecological restoration.

	== References ==		== References ==
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