Goyal struck by "World-Class" startup innovation at Mahakumbh

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, expressed profound admiration for the groundbreaking innovations showcased at the Startup Mahakumbh during his visit on the event's second day. Returning to Bharat Mandapam following the grand inauguration, the minister lauded the “sheer tenacity, hard work, spirit of enquiry, research and innovation” displayed by India's young entrepreneurs.

“Having visited the exhibition, the flavor that I got–the taste of innovative work that our young men and women have created…is music to one’s ears,” Shri Goyal told the assembled media. He highlighted the “world-class quality” of the technologies on display, spanning energy efficiency, electronics, defense equipment, and fintech solutions empowering the common citizen. The minister described his experience as “truly an experience of a lifetime.”

Startup Mahakumbh 2025, featuring 10 thematic pavilions across key sectors like AI, DeepTech, HealthTech, AgriTech, and more, has drawn over 3,000 startups, 1,000+ investors and incubators, and 10,000+ delegates from 50+ countries. Shri Goyal toured numerous exhibits, witnessing innovations such as intelligent air purifiers, EV tractors, AI-driven brain mapping platforms, and cutting-edge defense drones.

The event serves as a crucial platform for startups to connect with investors, build relationships, and secure funding. Specially curated Startup Booths/Pods within each pavilion provide opportunities for startups to showcase their work to key stakeholders.

Shri Goyal expressed confidence in India's emergence as a global leader in innovation and technology-driven growth. “This is the base–the foundation--on which I am confident, India will foray in a very big way into the world of innovation. We will make our presence felt on the global stage. Young India is raring to go. And they are ready to capture the world,” he stated.

In a landmark moment, the India Fintech Foundation was launched in the presence of Shri Amitabh Kant, Shri Sanjiv Singh, Joint Secretary, DPIIT, and Shri NS Vishwanathan, former deputy governor of RBI, marking a significant step towards fostering a sustainable and innovative fintech ecosystem.

Shri Amardeep Bhatia, Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, also engaged with startups and visited the SCO Pavilion.

Building on the success of its inaugural edition, Startup Mahakumbh 2025 has seen a remarkable turnout, with over 107,823 visitors in the first two days alone, solidifying its position as one of India's largest innovation and entrepreneurship events. The event continues to provide a vital platform for startups, investors, and industry leaders to connect and drive India’s burgeoning innovation landscape.

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