22/08/2026
A Moment of Recognition | A Decade of Purpose
The Global Counter Terrorism Council (GCTC) is pleased to share a proud moment from the Global Icon Awards 2026, where Mr. Aditya Tikoo, Convener, GCTC, was recognised for his contribution and leadership.
The recognition comes at a particularly significant juncture as GCTC enters its 10th year of institution-building, strategic engagement and public-policy dialogue.
Over the past decade, GCTC has worked to create credible platforms connecting policymakers, members of the Armed Forces, diplomats, judiciary, academia, industry, strategic experts, technologists, researchers and young professionals for substantive conversations on issues shaping India and the world.
From national security, counter-terrorism and defence to geopolitics, diplomacy, emerging technologies, cybersecurity, energy security, governance and public policy, our endeavour has been guided by a simple objective: to create meaningful dialogue that contributes to informed policymaking and Indiaโs national interests.
This recognition is therefore not merely about an individual. It represents the collective journey of the GCTC family โ our members, advisors, fellows, colleagues, researchers, interns, volunteers, institutional partners, speakers and well-wishers who have contributed to building GCTC over the years.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the organisers of the Global Icon Awards 2026 for this recognition.
As we enter our next decade, we do so with renewed responsibility and greater ambition โ to deepen research, expand international engagement, strengthen institutional partnerships, nurture the next generation of strategic thinkers and continue building platforms where ideas can contribute to action.
Ten years of ideas.
Ten years of institution-building.
Ten years of bringing people together.
The journey continues โ with a larger vision for the decade ahead.
