Startup Mahakumbh 2025 to Transform India’s Innovation Ecosystem
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Synopsis
Startup Mahakumbh 2025 will be a transformative event for India's startup ecosystem, showcasing thousands of startups and investors while promoting innovation and economic growth.
Key Takeaways
- 3,000 startups to showcase innovations.
- Involvement of over 1,000 investors.
- Insightful discussions with industry leaders.
- Focus on AI and macroeconomic strategies.
- Sector-specific pavilions for immersive experiences.
New Delhi, March 29 (NationPress) Following the remarkable achievements of its first edition, Startup Mahakumbh 2025 is poised to reshape India’s innovation landscape and drive economic transformation.
This grand event, taking place from April 3-5 at Bharat Mandapam in the capital city, will embrace the theme ‘Startup India @2047 - Unfolding the Bharat Story’.
With an expected participation of 3,000 startups, over 1,000 investors, more than 10,000 international delegates, and over 50,000 business visitors, this event aims to chart the future of India’s startup ecosystem.
The agenda includes insights from industry leaders and policymakers such as Dr. V. Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Advisor, who will delve into India’s macroeconomic context and its implications for the startup landscape. S. Krishnan, IAS, Secretary of MeitY, will present India’s AI roadmap, while Rajesh Kumar Singh, IAS, Secretary of DPIIT, will focus on policy-driven growth for startups.
Other notable speakers comprise Ananth Narayanan, Founder & CEO of Mensa Brands, Kris Gopalakrishnan, Co-founder of Infosys & Chairman of Axilor Ventures, and Nithin Kamath, Founder & CEO of Zerodha, along with Manish Sabharwal, Vice Chairman of TeamLease Services.
These experts will facilitate engaging discussions, providing startups with essential insights on innovation, policy, and business growth.
Prominent Bollywood figures who have transitioned into investment roles, such as Sonam Kapoor, Suniel Shetty, and Rana Daggubati, are also anticipated at the event, creating a bridge between entertainment and entrepreneurship.
The event will feature sector-specific pavilions showcasing advancements in artificial intelligence, deep technology, cybersecurity, health technology, biotechnology, agritech, climate technology, fintech, direct-to-consumer businesses, business-to-business models, gaming, sports, mobility, defense, space technology, and more.
These pavilions will host live demonstrations, masterclasses, panel discussions, fireside chats, and investor pitching sessions, providing an immersive experience for all participants.
Startups in the D2C, mobility, health, and biotech sectors are expected to shine. Notable mobility startups include Ather, Ultraviolet, River, Rapido, and Battery Smart. In the health and biotech arena, startups like UR Advanced Therapeutics, Shira Medtech, Brain Sight AI, and Niramai will be highlighted. The D2C segment will showcase brands such as Appliance.AI, Go Desi, Assembly, Indus Valley, and Snitch.
Startup Mahakumbh is a pioneering event uniting the entire Indian startup ecosystem, including startups, investors, incubators, accelerators, and industry leaders across various sectors.
This initiative is spearheaded by FICCI, ASSOCHAM, IVCA, and Bootstrap Advisory and Foundation, with support from SIDBI, GEM, ECGC, and DPIIT Startup India.
