IIT Kanpur, MeitY organises startup-investor connect programme
Divyansh | March 20, 2024 | 07:20 PM IST | 1 min read
The ‘Startup-investor connect’ programme, hosted by SIIC, IIT Kanpur, provided a platform for startups supported under the MeitY funding to interact with investors.
NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Startup Hub (MSH), in collaboration with the Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) at IIT Kanpur, organised a successful ‘Startup-investor connect’ programme. This event provided a platform for emerging entrepreneurs supported by the MeitY funding program to connect with established investors and explore potential collaboration opportunities.
Hosted on the SSIC team of IIT Kanpur the programme brought together a diverse array of startups and prominent investment organizations, including IvyCamp, RTAF, HPCL, SIDBI, BIORX, Sanchi Connect, Cummins India, Indian Angel Network, Danazir Wealth Management, Singhania & Co, Lawsikho, and Skill Arbitrage. The startups showcased their groundbreaking ideas and business models, while the investors shared valuable insights into market trends, investment opportunities, and scaling strategies.
The event facilitated productive dialogue and insightful exchange, enabling startups to gain a deeper understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape and the potential for financial backing and growth. The event exemplified the collaborative spirit and commitment of both MSH and SIIC IIT Kanpur to nurturing the continued development and success of startups in India.
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Ankush Sharma, professor in-charge, SIIC, IIT Kanpur, said, "We are thrilled to have partnered with MeitY Startup Hub in organizing this successful Startup-Investor Connect Program. By creating a platform for meaningful connections between innovative startups and experienced investors, we have taken a significant step towards empowering entrepreneurs and driving the growth of India's vibrant startup ecosystem."
The "Startup-Investor Connect Program" concluded with a sincere vote of thanks from Suresh Srivastava, director, IIT Kanpur-La Trobe University Research Academy, reiterating the unwavering commitment of both organisations to support and propel the startup community in India.
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