The event featured 16 startups pitching innovative solutions across key areas — MSME, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Industrial Digitalization, Enterprise Software and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The participating startups, including four additional ventures that joined the pitching sessions during the programme, had the opportunity to showcase their technologies, interact with industry experts and explore potential business collaborations.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by CA K Ravi, President, BCIC, who highlighted the growing contribution of startups to industrial development and reaffirmed BCIC's commitment to fostering an innovation-driven business ecosystem.
Mr. Pravin Iyer, Chairman, Innovation & Startup Expert Committee, BCIC, outlined the objectives of the initiative, stressing the need to bridge the gap between emerging startups and established industries through meaningful engagement, mentorship and strategic partnerships.
Delivering the keynote address on “Industry Expectations from Startups,” Dr. S Devarajan, Senior Vice President – Production Engineering, TVS Motor Company Ltd, emphasised the importance of developing practical, scalable and industry-focused solutions. He highlighted quality, sustainability and long-term value creation as essential factors for startups seeking successful partnerships with established industries.
The first startup pitching session focused on Sustainability, with participating ventures presenting innovative approaches to environmental challenges, resource optimisation and sustainable industrial practices.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. G Prakash, Director, ACE Designers Ltd – Turning Centre Division, shared insights into the manufacturing sector's expectations from startups. He underscored the importance of technological innovation, operational efficiency and solutions that can be effectively implemented in industrial environments.
The second pitching session centred on Industrial Digitalization, featuring emerging technologies aimed at improving industrial automation, productivity, operational efficiency and digital transformation.
Mr. Jagannath V, Chief Operating Officer, m2nxt Solutions Pvt Ltd, delivered an insightful address on “What Industry Leaders Look for in Startups.” He emphasised the need for innovation, scalability, technical capability and a clear understanding of real-world industrial challenges to build successful industry-startup partnerships.
The third pitching session highlighted Enterprise Software and Artificial Intelligence (AI), with startups showcasing technology-driven solutions designed to enhance business processes, enterprise productivity and intelligent decision-making.
Mr. Nishant Dhoreliya, Lead – Corporate Venture Building and Startup Partnerships, Bosch, shared his perspectives on building successful corporate-startup partnerships. He highlighted the importance of collaboration, strategic alignment and mutually beneficial opportunities for innovation and business growth.
Mr. Chandramouli also addressed the gathering, offering guidance to participating startups on strengthening industry engagement, developing collaborative approaches and establishing sustainable partnerships with established organisations.
Following the pitching sessions, Mr. Vikas Sunkad, Co-Chairman, Innovation & Startup Expert Committee, BCIC, led an expert round-up, offering observations and feedback on the startup presentations while highlighting potential opportunities for collaboration and industry adoption.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Shashidhar Subramanya, Co-Chairman, Innovation & Startup Expert Committee, BCIC, who acknowledged the contributions of distinguished speakers, industry representatives, participating startups and the organising committee.
BCIC Startup Industry Connect 2026 provided a valuable platform for 16 startups to engage directly with industry leaders, exchange ideas and explore opportunities for technology adoption, partnerships and business expansion.
The initiative reaffirmed BCIC's commitment to strengthening Karnataka's startup ecosystem by connecting emerging innovators with established industries and promoting industry-driven innovation, entrepreneurship, sustainability and long-term economic growth.
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