Startup Mahakumbh: India’s largest congregation of startups opens on April 3

Startup Mahakumbh

To propel India’s most promising startups forward, Startup Mahakumbh, India’s largest congregation of startups,  is scheduled from April 3 to 5, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

The event will be led by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), with key organizers including the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), nasscom, The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE), the Indian Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (IVCA), and the Bootstrap Foundation.

It is well-supported by Government e Marketplace (GeM), Small Industries Development Bank of India (sidbi), Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India Limited (ECGC), the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Startup India which reinforces a national commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.

India has emerged as a global startup powerhouse, fueled by a thriving innovation culture, and a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem.

With over 1.67 lakh startups, the country is witnessing a surge in Fintech, AI, DeepTech, Agritech, HealthTech, BioTech, ClimateTech, FinTech, Gaming, Mobility, Manufacturing, and SpaceTech innovations. However, despite this momentum, many startups struggle with access to funding, mentorship, and global expansion, making scalability and industry collaboration crucial for sustained growth.

Startup Mahakumbh aims to bridge this gap and be a vibrant convergence of ideas, providing startups an opportunity to showcase their innovations while connecting with stakeholders vital to their growth.

Robust participation

Over 50+ countries, 1,000+ investors, and 3,000+ exhibitors are scheduled to participate. Startup Mahakumbh will present an unmissable opportunity for founders to pitch their ideas to prominent global investors, gain insights from top accelerators, policymakers, and business leaders across the US, Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.

The event will host industry pioneers such as Aman Gupta (boAt Lifestyle) in the D2C segment, Anjali Bansal (Avaana Capital) in Climate Tech, Aakrit Vaish (INDIAai Mission) in AI & DeepTech[SM1] , Harsh Jain in Gaming, Nithin Kamath in FinTech and Rikant Pittie in Mobility, among others, who will anchor key sector-specific pavilions, offering targeted guidance and deep industry insights.

Powerful Networking

The event will also serve as a powerful networking platform where entrepreneurs can engage with these sector leaders and unlock growth pathways through strategic alliances.

Founders will gain access to actionable insights and guidance on building scalable business models through exclusive knowledge sessions, masterclasses, mentoring sessions, fireside chats, and a special challenge – Startup Maharathi. The competition is designed to identify and accelerate India’s most promising early to growth-stage startups.

It will also feature interactive exhibits, showcasing cutting-edge solutions and innovations that can inspire fresh ideas and partnerships. By participating in these interactive engagements, founders can identify potential partners, and tap into valuable funding opportunities that can fast-track their growth journey.