The pavilion will host discussion around topics such as Patient Capital, Investor Connect, DeepTech Quotient, Rethinking Research Funding Models for Deep Science Advancements, and Strategies for Building Capital-Efficient Deep Tech Startups. Distinguished keynote speakers from the industry will share their insights, providing a comprehensive view of the current landscape and future trends at the pavilion. Interactive discussions and workshops led by seasoned experts in the deep technology domain will offer an enriching learning experience for attendees.
Sharing her views, Debjani Ghosh, President, nasscom, said, "The objective of the Deep Tech Pavilion at the Startup Mahakumbh is to act as a catalyst for fostering innovation and collaboration within the deep tech sector. DeepTech has the potential to profoundly propel India’s growing digital economy by creating a seismic transformation across all facets of the nation's narrative. The pavilion will enable the country’s Deep Tech startups to engage with the ecosystem, offering them a valuable platform to exhibit their groundbreaking innovations, establish connections with industry experts, and gain access to the necessary resources for their success."
The key speakers and mentors at the Deep Tech pavilion include:
- Abhi Deshmukh, CTO, iHub Anubhuti - IIITD Foundation
- Dr. Vibha, Head-Tech Management Directorate, CSIR
- Raghav Aggrawal, Co-founder & CEO, Fluid AI
- Sateesh Andre, Partner, Endiya
- Aakrit Vaish, Co-Founder & CEO of Haptik
- Amit Kumar - Director @ Google Cloud, India
- Subrat Panda, Chief Technology Officer, AGNXT
- Naganand Doraswamy, Ideaspring Capital
- Ashwin, Bharat Innovation Fund
- Vishesh, Speciale Invest
- Sushil Gupta, Qnu Labs
The Deeptech Pavilion at the Startup Mahakumbh will feature a range of exclusive sessions and networking opportunities tailored to the needs of startups who are developing groundbreaking solutions to unlock the potential of deep tech in Bharat. Highlights of the pavilion include:
- Panel Discussions: Thought provoking discussions with industry experts on commercialisation for Deep Tech innovation, Research Funding Models for DeepScience Advancements, IP Protection & Technology Transfer and Venture Capital's Perspective on Research-Backed Startups and how to scale Deep Tech in Emerging Markets.
- Fireside chat: Casual and insightful conversations with industry stalwarts around building capital-efficient deep tech startups and strategies for attracting and retaining top talent in the competitive deep tech space.
- Networking Opportunities: The pavilion will provide direct access to industry leaders, investors, and fellow startups, fostering valuable connections and collaborations.
With the purpose of enabling handshakes and connecting startups with a spectrum of inventors such as VCs, angel investors, family offices, and HNIs- as well as potential corporate partners, the Startup Mahakumbh is expected to host 2000+ startups, 50+ unicorns, 10+ thematic pavilions, 1000+ investors, 300+ incubators & accelerators, 3000+ conference delegates, 10+ country delegations, and 50,000+ business visitors over the span of three days.
