STPI Puts India’s Startup Innovations in the Spotlight at India Mobile Congress 2025

At Asia’s largest technology and digital forum, the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, India’s burgeoning startup ecosystem took center stage as the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) showcased some of its most promising innovations. With the theme “Innovate to Transform”, IMC 2025 is a celebration of the country’s journey into deep tech, digital infrastructure, and frontier technologies—highlighting how India is rapidly emerging as a global hub for innovation.

STPI’s presence at the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) pavilion in Hall No. 1 (Booths B2, B6–7) brought together startups nurtured under its Centres of Entrepreneurship (CoEs) and Next Generation Incubation Scheme (NGIS). The showcase spanned sectors including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Blockchain, Cybersecurity, FinTech, AgriTech, Data Analytics, and smart mapping solutions, giving visitors a firsthand look at India’s technological ingenuity.

India’s rise in deep tech innovation

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Arvind Kumar, Director General of STPI, said, “India has become a global hub for deep tech and digital innovation, with STPI driving advancements in frontier technologies such as AI, blockchain, IoT, and quantum computing. Digital connectivity is no longer a privilege; it is integral to the growth, inclusion, and empowerment of every Indian. Through our initiatives, we aim to connect startups with industry leaders, strengthen digital infrastructure, and sustain India’s momentum in the global digital economy, in line with IMC 2025’s theme, ‘Innovate to Transform.’”

Startups transforming industries

Among the startups showcased, Daakia Private Limited, incubated at STPI’s IMAGE CoE, impressed with its AI-powered enterprise SaaS solutions. Designed to enhance communication and operational efficiency for MSMEs, Daakia offers video-first software and agentic applications that automate workflows in multiple languages. Founder & CEO Shri Animesh Gupta shared, “STPI’s mentorship and structured support were pivotal in our journey. The ecosystem connected us with peers, mentors, and industry leaders, helping us gain insights and build the confidence to scale our solutions.”

Nav Prayukti, incubated at STPI’s OctaNE CoE, demonstrated its transformative IoT solutions, which integrate seamlessly with both public and private networks. The startup leverages AI/ML-driven analytics for precise insights and predictive capabilities. Founder Shri Ojonav Hazarika explained, “STPI’s incubation program gave us access to funding, infrastructure, and guidance from experienced mentors. Events under the STPI banner offered national visibility, helping us scale our IoT-powered planters and expand our market reach.”

In the FinTech space, Matference Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.’s CGreen, supported under STPI’s NGIS, is revolutionizing loan resolution for SMEs in rural areas. Their voice-AI-enabled platform bridges lenders and borrowers, uncovering the real reasons behind financial distress and facilitating trust and inclusion. CTO Shri Vinay Shetty noted, “STPI’s NGIS ecosystem empowered us to pioneer AI-driven financial solutions for rural and Tier 3 cities, providing essential mentorship, resources, and a platform to scale our impact.”

Garudalytics Private Limited, another NGIS beneficiary, is transforming geospatial analytics through its AI-powered mapping platform. Its voice-activated interface allows users to generate maps, run analyses, and extract actionable insights without technical expertise. Founder Dr. V. S. S. Kiran remarked, “STPI’s support—from mentorship to investor connections—was critical in turning our deep-tech vision into a scalable reality.”

Connecting innovation with opportunities

The STPI pavilion at IMC 2025 serves as more than just a showcase—it’s a platform for collaboration. Investors, policymakers, industry leaders, and tech enthusiasts can interact with startup founders, experience live product demonstrations, and explore avenues for partnerships and investments.

By bringing these innovations into the spotlight, STPI is not only nurturing India’s startup ecosystem but also signaling to the world that the country is ready to lead in frontier technologies and digital solutions. IMC 2025, through STPI’s curated startups, underscores that India’s innovation story is no longer about potential—it’s about impact.