New Delhi : With a focus on fostering collaboration amongst stakeholders across the globe, delegates from 30+ countries joined in for an evening of innovation and startups at Vanijya Bhawan, on Thursday. The organizing committee members of Startup Mahakumbh supported The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), showcased the expanse of the landmark event at a glittering event, which was aimed at igniting a new era of global innovation.
With
international collaboration at the heart of the Indian startup ecosystem’s
growth, key delegates from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Ambassadors
to the Argentinian and Azerbaijan’s Embassy, Head of the Economic and
Innovation Department of Italy, Head of International Cooperation from Mexico,
among many other attended the event.
The event,
spearheaded by India’s foremost Startup Ecosystem Leaders and
led by FICCI in collaboration with ASSOCHAM, IVCA,
nasscom, Bootstrap Foundation, and other key industry stakeholders, with
support from the National Startup Advisory Council (NSAC), DPIIT,
Startup India. With a sector-focused approach, across 11 pavillions -
AI, Deeptech & Cybersecurity, HealthTech & BioTech, AgriTech, Climate
Tech, Incubators & Accelerators, D2C, FinTech, Gaming & Sports, B2B
& Precision Manufacturing, Defence & Space Tech and Mobility – the
event will create immersive spaces for knowledge exchange, mentorship, and real
business opportunities.
Speaking on the
sidelines of the convivial evening, Shri Sanjiv, Joint
Secretary, DPIIT, said, “The Indian startup ecosystem has
positioned itself as a formidable force across industries worldwide, and with
Startup Mahakumbh – the largest congregation of startups globally – will help
in bridging the gap to foster connections with stakeholders transcending
borders.”
Smt. Arti
Bhatnagar, Additional Secretary and Financial Advisor, DPIIT, Startup
India said, “This
evening marks a significant milestone in India’s startup journey, where global
collaboration takes center stage as thought leaders, investors, and innovators
from over 30 countries joined hands to foster deeper connections and exchange
knowledge. As we move towards building a self-reliant and innovative Viksit
Bharat by 2047, such engagements will play a crucial role in driving India’s
entrepreneurial ecosystem to new heights on the global stage.”
Shri Amardeep
Singh Bhatia, Secretary, DPIIT, said,
“By bringing together key global stakeholders, we are not just showcasing
the immense innovation happening in India but also forging meaningful collaborations
that will drive the future of entrepreneurship for the whole world.”
Expressing his
views, Sanjeev Bikhchandani, Co-founder and Executive Vice Chairman,
Info Edge signed off as he said, "Startup Mahakumbh
embodies India’s dynamic spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, helping
Indian startups scale internationally. By inviting global innovators to explore
the limitless opportunities in Bharat, is a powerful signal of the shared
vision we hold for a truly interconnected startup landscape.”
About Startup Mahakumbh
Startup
Mahakumbh is a first-of-its-kind event bringing together the entire
startup ecosystem of India including startups, investors, incubators and
accelerators, and industry leaders from several sectors. The event is led by
FICCI, ASSOCHAM, IVCA, NASSCOM and Bootstrap Advisory & Foundation; and
supported by SIDBI, GEM, ECGC and DPIIT Startup India.
The second
edition of Startup Mahakumbh is set to make a grand return in 2025, building on
the tremendous success of its inaugural edition. The flagship startup event was
an extraordinary success, attracting over 48,581 business visitors engaging
with 1306 exhibitors including finest startups, soonicorns, and unicorns, from
26+ states and 14+ countries. It also hosted 300+ incubators and accelerators
and 200+ leading angel investors, VCs, and family offices.
For more
information, visit www.startupmahakumbh.org.
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