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STARTUP MAHAKUMBH 6.0

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Two days of keynotes, panel discussions, startup pitches, workshops, and the IndiaFirst Startup Awards — all under one roof at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi.

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Day 1

Inauguration & Core Sessions

Venue: Delhi — Hall H2

Networking 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Registration & Business Networking

Welcome coffee, badge collection and open networking with exhibiting startups, investors and ecosystem partners.

Inauguration 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

INAUGURATION — Startup Mahakumbh 6.0 Expo

  • Welcome Address — President, All India Council for Robotics & Automation
  • Inaugural Address by Guest of Honor — Ministries / Department Heads
  • Inaugural Address by Chief Guest — Cabinet Minister, Govt. of India
  • Recognizing Sponsors and Special Contributors to the Startup Ecosystem
  • Vote of Thanks
Keynote 11:45 AM – 12:00 PM

India's Startup Ecosystem: Local Solutions to Global Impact

Focus Areas

  • India as a global technology hub
  • Policy, digital infrastructure & innovation ecosystem
  • Vision for a globally competitive tech economy
Panel Discussion 1 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

Building Global-Ready Startups from Day One

  • Designing for international markets from the ground up
  • Global product standards & regulatory compliance
  • Cross-border funding & scaling strategies
Keynote 12:45 PM – 01:30 PM

AI, DeepTech & Emerging Technology: The New Growth Engine

Focus Areas

  • Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
  • Quantum Computing & Semiconductors
  • Web3 & Blockchain Innovations
LUNCH BREAK
Panel Discussion 2 02:00 PM – 02:45 PM

Building Global-Ready Products: UX, Security & Compliance

  • Designing globally scalable architectures
  • Cyber security, data privacy — GDPR, DPDP, cross-border data flow
  • Cloud, edge, and platform-first product strategies
Pitch Forum 02:45 PM – 03:45 PM

Startup Pitch Forum

  • High-potential tech startups pitch live to investors
  • Real-time feedback from global mentors and VCs
  • Focus on scalable & export-ready innovations
Panel Discussion 3 03:45 PM – 04:30 PM

Sustainable Tech & Climate Innovation for Global Growth

  • Climate Tech & Clean Energy solutions
  • ESG-driven innovation and reporting
  • Sustainable manufacturing technologies
Awards 05:30 PM – 06:30 PM

IndiaFirst Startup Awards 2026

Celebrating India's best startups, founders and innovators — followed by key takeaways and Day 2 announcements.

Day 2

Global Scaling & Future Tech

Venue: Delhi — Hall H2

Networking 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Business Networking & Tech Demo Walkthroughs

Explore the expo floor, attend live product demos, and connect with startups before the day's sessions begin.

Global Keynote 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Capital Without Borders: Funding the Global Indian Startup

  • Accessing global VC, PE, and strategic capital
  • Valuation expectations across geographies
  • IPOs, cross-border listings, and M&A exit strategies
Panel Discussion 4 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM

Cross-Border Growth: Regulations, Funding & Market Entry

  • Global compliance frameworks & IP protection strategies
  • International venture capital — what VCs outside India look for
  • Government-to-government collaboration frameworks
Keynote 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM

Future Tech: SpaceTech, HealthTech & Generative AI

  • Generative AI & Autonomous Systems — the next frontier
  • Space Tech & Drone Technologies in civilian and defence applications
  • HealthTech & BioTech innovations reshaping global healthcare
MOU Signing 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM

Startup – Investor – Govt MOU Sign-Off

Formal signing of partnerships, investments and government commitments to selected startups and innovation projects.

LUNCH BREAK
Panel Discussion 5 12:45 PM – 01:30 PM

Local Use Cases, Global Markets: SaaS, FinTech & Industry 4.0

  • SaaS exports from India — building for enterprise globally
  • FinTech, Digital Payments & Trust Tech at global scale
  • Smart Manufacturing & Industry 4.0 innovation
  • MSME-tech startups in global supply chains
Panel Discussion 6 02:00 PM – 02:45 PM

Startup Ecosystems 2.0: Incubators, Accelerators & Corporates

  • The evolving role of incubators in global scaling journeys
  • Corporate–startup partnerships and open innovation models
  • Building city and sector-specific startup clusters
  • Measuring ecosystem impact beyond funding numbers
Panel Discussion 7 03:00 PM – 03:45 PM

Talent, Leadership & Culture for Global Scale

  • Building globally distributed teams and remote-first culture
  • Upskilling for future tech roles at scale
  • Leadership challenges in hyper-growth startups
  • Retaining talent while scaling across borders and time zones
Panel Discussion 8 04:00 PM – 04:45 PM

Bharat 2030: India as the Global Technology Leader

  • India's vision in AI, ClimateTech, SpaceTech & Web3
  • Startups as drivers of nation building — what to do today to lead tomorrow
  • Public–private collaboration frameworks for global leadership
Valedictory 04:45 PM – 05:00 PM

Valedictory Session — India's Roadmap to Global Tech Leadership

  • Conference summary and key resolutions
  • Valedictory address: India's roadmap to global tech leadership
  • Vote of Thanks and announcement of Startup Mahakumbh 7.0

RUNNING BOTH DAYS

Parallel Tracks

LOCAL TO GLOBAL: TAKING INDIAN INNOVATION TO THE WORLD

Hall H2, Yashobhoomi, India International Convention Centre, Delhi

Startup Workshops

  • From Concept to Launch
  • Tech Trends for Startups
  • The Art of Pitch
  • Create a Global Brand
  • Growth Hacking for Startups
  • Legal Essentials for Entrepreneurs

Startup Dangal 2.0

High-energy startup battleground where bold ideas compete, scale, and shape India's innovation future. Live audience voting and investor feedback.

Dangal Stage

Startup Roundtable

Focused dialogue platform for founders, investors, and leaders shaping scalable global startups. Five curated roundtables across sectors.

5 Industry Roundtables
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