How India is Building the Next Gen AI Startups? AIC-BIMTECH and Google Say Yes!

Is India ready to lead the next wave of AI innovation? If the buzzing energy at the Google AI Day for Startups, hosted by AIC-BIMTECH in Greater Noida, is anything to go by, the answer is a resounding yes.

In a powerful show of collaboration between academia, startups, and global tech giants, over 150 early-stage Indian startups gathered under one roof, driven by a shared mission—to explore the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence and fuel scalable innovation for the future. The day-long event, part of a nationwide initiative by Google for Startups, brought together entrepreneurs, AI experts, VCs, and thought leaders to shape what's next for India’s burgeoning AI ecosystem.

AIC-BIMTECH Turns Into India’s AI Hub—At Least for a Day

The otherwise quiet campus of the Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) was transformed into an innovation hotspot as AIC-BIMTECH (Atal Incubation Centre – BIMTECH) rolled out the red carpet for promising AI-led ventures. As an incubator that has supported over 400+ startups since its inception in 2018, AIC-BIMTECH’s involvement in hosting this prestigious event marks an important milestone not just for the institute, but also for the startup landscape in North India.

Speaking about the occasion, Dr. Prabina Rajib, Director of BIMTECH, said, “Hosting Google AI Day at our campus reflects BIMTECH's commitment to fostering innovation and driving meaningful engagement with the startup ecosystem.”

From Gen AI to Monetization—A Power-Packed Day

The event’s agenda was meticulously curated to offer participants a hands-on, immersive AI learning experience. It kicked off with a thought-provoking panel discussion titled ‘AI’s Next Wave: Agents, Multimodal, and Monetization’, which set the tone for the day.

The panel featured some of the sharpest minds in the AI and startup ecosystem:

• Alok Shankar Pandey, Group GM, DFCCIL

• Amit Singal, Partner, Fluid Ventures

• Noor Fatma, Founder, Easiofy

• Moderated by Mahesh Prajapati, Founder, BigDot.ai

The conversation centered around how India is not just a passive consumer of AI tools but is now taking the lead in creating AI solutions for the next billion users. From the rise of multimodal models to real-world monetization strategies, the discussion gave founders a clear sense of where the industry is headed.

Google Lends Its Might—Tools, Mentorship & More

Adding strategic depth to the event, Enisha Kalita, Program Manager at Google, introduced the broader Google for Startups vision. She walked participants through the various forms of support available—including cloud credits, mentorship, and go-to-market strategies—specifically designed to accelerate startup growth in emerging tech.

Throughout the day, participants got the chance to interact with Google’s AI experts, explore hands-on codelabs, and test-drive advanced platforms such as:

• Gemini 2.5

• Gemma 3.0

• Vertex AI

• AI Studio

These aren’t just buzzwords anymore. For many of the attending startups, this was their first direct access to tools that can radically improve product development and customer experience.

Nurturing India's AI Pioneers—AIC-BIMTECH’s Mission

As one of the leading Atal Incubation Centres supported by AIM NITI Aayog, AIC-BIMTECH has consistently championed inclusive entrepreneurship. With programs such as the Startup India Seed Fund, MeitY Grants, and Stanford Seed, the incubator has created an enabling environment for startups that want to create impact through innovation.

Surya Kant, CEO of AIC-BIMTECH, echoed this sentiment with a patriotic undertone, “Startups are the backbone of our nation. It’s an honor for AIC-BIMTECH to host this event, which aligns with our mission to empower AI and emerging tech startups, contributing meaningfully to the vision of Viksit Bharat.”

The message was loud and clear—AI is not a luxury for Indian startups. It is a necessity, and institutions like AIC-BIMTECH are ready to nurture this transformation.

Beyond the sessions and the tools, what stood out was the genuine spirit of collaboration. Founders networked, asked difficult questions, demoed their products, and brainstormed ways to scale. The event wasn’t just about learning—it was about belonging to a larger movement.

The combination of government-backed support, world-class academic infrastructure, and mentorship from a global tech leader like Google created a rare mix of knowledge and opportunity.

The Google AI Day for Startups at AIC-BIMTECH wasn’t just an event—it was a signal of change. As India marches toward its digital destiny, events like these are laying the groundwork for a future powered by responsible, inclusive, and scalable AI innovation.

With incubators like AIC-BIMTECH leading the way, and initiatives like Google for Startups providing fuel, the Indian startup ecosystem is fast becoming a global force in AI-driven transformation.