Digital Terminal successfully concluded the DT Channel Awards 2026 during the DT Channel Connect 2026 – Ludhiana Edition, held on 29th July 2026 at Hotel Regenta Central Klassic, Ludhiana. The awards emerged as a major highlight of the regional technology gathering, celebrating the achievements of Punjab’s ICT channel community and recognising partners who continue to drive technology adoption, business growth, and customer value across the state.
The DT Channel Awards 2026 brought together a diverse group of technology businesses from Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Patiala, Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Mohali, and other important markets across Punjab. The extensive list of award categories reflected the breadth of the region’s technology ecosystem, spanning IT infrastructure, enterprise solutions, networking, cybersecurity, surveillance, storage, software, cloud, gaming, automation, retail, distribution, and managed services.
A Recognition Platform for Punjab’s Evolving ICT Ecosystem
The DT Channel Awards 2026 were conceived to recognise businesses that have demonstrated excellence in their respective categories while contributing to the wider development of the ICT channel in Punjab. The awards highlighted partners that have built strong market presence, demonstrated consistency, delivered customer-centric solutions, and created new opportunities through technology.
The diversity of the award categories also underlined the transformation taking place across the regional channel. From surveillance and security solutions to cloud, managed services, digital transformation, smart automation, data storage, enterprise IT, and gaming, Punjab’s technology partners are increasingly moving towards specialised and solution-oriented business models.
Celebrating Leadership Beyond Business Performance
One of the most significant moments of the DT Channel Awards 2026 was the recognition of two highly respected personalities whose contribution extends beyond individual business achievements.
Lifetime Achievement Award
DP Singh, Founder, ACE – Ludhiana and Managing Director, Dcads Marketing Pvt. Ltd., was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his distinguished contribution to Punjab’s IT channel ecosystem.
The recognition celebrates his long-standing association with the technology trade and his contribution towards strengthening the channel community in Ludhiana. Over the years, his leadership and industry engagement have contributed to the development of the local ICT ecosystem and the growth of the technology partner community.
Visionary IT Industry Leader Award
Gurpreet Singh Sunny, Founder Chairman, Punjab Association of Computer Traders (PACT), was honoured with the Most Respected & Visionary IT Industry Leader – Punjab Award.
The recognition acknowledges his leadership and contribution towards bringing together Punjab’s IT channel community and strengthening the voice of technology partners across the state. Through PACT, his efforts have helped create a stronger platform for collaboration, dialogue, advocacy, and collective representation within Punjab’s ICT trade.
Speaking on the significance of the initiative, Rajeev Ranjan, Publisher & Editor, Digital Terminal, said, “Punjab has one of the most dynamic and closely connected ICT channel communities in the country, and the DT Channel Awards are our way of recognising the businesses and leaders who are contributing to its continued growth. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to every winner and especially to DP Singh and Gurpreet Singh Sunny for their well-deserved recognition.”
Adding her perspective, Jyoti Janda, Executive Editor, Digital Terminal, said, “The DT Channel Awards 2026 showcased the remarkable depth and diversity of Punjab’s technology ecosystem. What stood out was the ability of partners across different cities and business segments to continuously evolve with the market. I congratulate all the winners and sincerely appreciate the entire channel community for its continued trust and participation.”
Digital Terminal extends its congratulations to all the winners of the DT Channel Awards 2026 and acknowledges their continued contribution to Punjab's technology ecosystem.
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