The second edition of Startup Mahakumbh, India’s biggest startup event, is set to make a grand return in 2025, building on the tremendous success of its inaugural edition. The 2024 edition was honored by the presence of Shri Narendra Modi, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, whose inspiring address resonated deeply with an audience of startups, investors, incubators, accelerators, future entrepreneurs and industry leaders from diverse sectors.
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. The maiden edition featured
10+ thematic conference tracks addressed by over 392 top-tier speakers, including unicorn founders, thought leaders, policymakers, and influencers. Nearly 4000 future entrepreneurs engaged with investors, industry experts, and innovators through masterclasses, networking, and interactive sessions, making the event a hub for learning and collaboration. Adding a global dimension, the fourth iteration of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Startup Forum was held alongside the event, fostering deeper collaboration among startups from SCO Member States.
Startup Mahakumbh 2025 is now poised to build on this legacy, introducing new dimensions to foster growth, collaboration, and innovation in the startup ecosystem. This edition will be built on the 5 Pillars of Startup Ecosystem, viz.
