JAMMU: Jammu & Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) marked a significant presence at Startup Mahakumbh 2.0, India’s largest startup platform, by showcasing five promising startups from J&K.
These startups demonstrated innovative solutions, thereby taking the Startups from the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir to the national stage. The five startups representing Jammu & Kashmir at the event are CLMRAT India Pvt. Ltd., GR8 Sports Pvt. Ltd. Studio Agama, BISA Pvt Ltd, and Al-Hamdaan Crafts Pvt Ltd.
This participation, facilitated by JKEDI under J&K Startup Policy 2024-27, highlights the growing startup ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir and the government’s commitment to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. The platform provided these startups with an opportunity to network with investors, industry leaders, and other ecosystem enablers, helping them scale their ventures to new heights.
Speaking about the participation, Secretary Industries & Commerce Department with additional charge of Director JKEDI, Khalid Jahangir emphasized that the presence of J&K-based startups at Startup Mahakumbh 2.0 underscored the commitment of JKEDI in nurturing the entrepreneurial talent and creating an enabling ecosystem. “We are proud of our startups for showcasing their innovations at this prestigious platform,” he said.
Startup Mahakumbh 2.0, known as the largest confluence of startups, investors, and policymakers in India, serves as a catalyst for emerging businesses by providing them with visibility, networking opportunities, and access to market linkages. The participation of J&K startups reaffirms the Union Territory’s focus on building a vibrant and sustainable startup ecosystem.