Startup Mahakumbh 2024 Concludes Its Three-Day Extravaganza Celebrating Innovation and Collaboration

New Delhi, March 20, 2024: Startup Mahakumbh, India’s biggest celebration of startups and a major showcase for AI, DeepTech, frontier innovation, and emerging technologies, concluded its three action-packed days today at Bharat Mandapam and ITPO, Pragati Maidan.

With 1326 domestic exhibitors and 33 international exhibitors, along with 10+ thematic pavilions, 165+ investors, 110+ unicorns, 300+ incubators & accelerators, 392+ speakers, 26+ states, 14+ country delegations, and 48,581+ business visitors — the event served as a dynamic catalyst for the startup ecosystem. Further, the event became the center stage for 3868+ future entrepreneurs, who engaged with investors, founders, and industry leaders through masterclasses, workshops, and interactive sessions.

Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed Startup Mahakumbh on 20th March 2024, applauding India’s rapidly growing startup ecosystem and the surge in innovation across AI, DeepTech, and digital technologies. He highlighted that young entrepreneurs are shaping a new era of inclusive growth and reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting bold ideas that drive India’s journey towards a Viksit Bharat. His address energised thousands of founders and innovators at the venue.

“India's startup ecosystem is on a journey of unprecedented innovation and growth, fundamentally reshaping the economic landscape," highlighted Arvind Gupta, Head & Co-Founder, Digital India Foundation. "Over the course of 10 years, we've witnessed a transformation from a few hundred startups to a vibrant ecosystem of over 100,000 startups… This is the essence of Bharat Innovates, and a testament to the indomitable spirit of Indian entrepreneurship," Gupta added further.

"Witnessing over 3,800 future entrepreneurs come together at Startup Mahakumbh was truly inspiring," said Madan Padaki, President, TiE Bangalore & Trustee, TiE Global. "Their presence underscores the pivotal role that upcoming innovators play in shaping our entrepreneurial landscape…" he added.

From insightful keynote speeches to interactive workshops, Startup Mahakumbh offered a dynamic platform for attendees to exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and gain invaluable insights from seasoned professionals. The event featured a rich tapestry of discussions covering emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and strategies for navigating the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship.

Moreover, each of the 10+ thematic pavilions hosted a crescendo of panel discussions, masterclasses, and keynote speakers, offering deep insights for budding entrepreneurs. Additionally, several key dignitaries shared reflections on the event:

"It was great to see many budding and ambitious agritech entrepreneurs aiming to improve the livelihoods of our farmers… I see this creating a more thriving and successful agritech ecosystem in the future", said Mr. Vineet Rai, Founder & Chairman, Aavishkaar Group.

Hari Balasubramanian, Angel Investor & Mentor, said, “The three days of Startup Mahakumbh have been action-packed… a great display of AI startup innovations and collaboration opportunities… I truly believe that the future entrepreneurs and emerging startups of India will shape the startup ecosystem of Bharat as the best in the world with their innovations in AI & SaaS.”

Ankit Nagori, Founder, Curefoods, said, "In the dynamic realm of D2C entrepreneurship, the three days at Startup Mahakumbh's D2C Pavilion have been nothing short of exhilarating…”

Vidhya Ananthkrishnan, Chief Of Staff, Accel, said, "We've witnessed an incredible convergence of ideas, expertise, and opportunities within the B2B pavilion at Startup Mahakumbh…"

Karthik Kittu, Chief of Staff to Chairman, Startup Karnataka, and Co-lead, Incubator/Accelerator Track said, “The Incubator and Accelerator Track wasn't just about nurturing selected startups; it was about nurturing the entire ecosystem… we witnessed participation from 300+ Incubators, 750+ Startups, 17+ Government Departments, and about 34,400+ eyeballs…”

Samir Shah, Managing Partner, Peak Sustainability Ventures, said, “As the world grapples with the climate crisis, it's imperative to recognize the important role that climate startups will play… We believe India’s next decade will be the climate decade."

Rajan Navani, Founder & CEO, JetSynthesys, said, "Startup Mahakumbh 2024 served as an exceptional platform, uniting startups from diverse domains… The gaming and esports pavilion drew massive attention…"

Pramod Bhasin, Founder, Genpact & ClixCapital, added, "As we close the curtains on Startup Mahakumbh, let's carry forward the spark of innovation ignited in the fintech pavilion…”

Kritika Murugesan, Senior Director, DeepTech & Startups, nasscom, said, “As the event concludes, let's recognize the crucial role of DeepTech startups in India's growth… these ventures, powered by cutting-edge technology, are pivotal for pushing boundaries and positioning India as a global leader.”

Dr. Taslimarif Saiyed, Director & CEO, C-CAMP, added, “Startup Mahakumbh 2024 has vividly showcased the innovation and dynamism within India's startup ecosystem…”

As Startup Mahakumbh draws to a close, heartfelt gratitude is extended to all sponsors, partners, speakers, volunteers, and attendees who contributed to its tremendous success.

The spirit of innovation, the collaborative energy, and the ecosystem-wide momentum witnessed over these three days reaffirm India’s position as a rising global hub for startups, AI, DeepTech, and technology-led entrepreneurship.
The next edition promises to be even more impactful.