A First-of-its-Kind Convergence of
Firms
Corporations
& Key Government Stakeholders,
Fostering Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

Organizer

Partners




About Event
AboutThe Technology Business Incubator at Chandigarh University, India's No. 1 Private
University, in collaboration with T-Hub, the world's largest innovation hub and startup
ecosystem enabler, is set to host 'North India's Biggest Incubation & Capital Summit
2025', aiming to create innovation and investment opportunities in the region.
The landmark event will act as a platform for startups to connect with more than 250
incubators and innovation hubs from North India, influencing startup-friendly frameworks
and creating a lasting impact on the North Indian startup ecosystem.
This one-of-a-kind initiative is aimed at transforming the startup and investment
ecosystem across eight key North Indian states—Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttarakhand,
Uttar Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab—by fostering collaboration
among regional and international stakeholders.
Bringing together more than 250+ incubators, 150+ startups, 30+ investment firms, 40+
corporations, and key government representatives, the two-day summit will foster
collaboration, open up funding opportunities, and establish a strong foundation for
innovation-driven economic growth.
Participants From across India,
including all beneficiaries
Event Schedule
Schedule
Incubator Summit
Focusing on policy frameworks, financial sustainability, and cross-border incubator collaborations to support entrepreneurial growth and development.
Incubator Summit
With T-Hub Foundation as the Knowledge & Implementation Partner, North India's Biggest Incubation Summit 2025 will bring together policymakers, incubators, investors, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs to forge new partnerships, create funding opportunities, and build a robust incubation network. CU - TBI aims to solidify its position as the regional nodal incubator, driving long-term impact for the North Indian innovation landscape.
Objectives
- 01Establish TBI as the regional nodal incubator, spearheading North India's startup ecosystem and enabling dynamic knowledge-sharing on best practices.
- 02Strengthen collaborations between academia, industry, and government.
- 03Provide startup founders with insights on deep-tech innovation, funding, and commercialisation.
- 04Facilitate investment opportunities and strategic networking.
- 05Create a roadmap for cross-border incubator collaborations.
- 06Advocate for policy frameworks that enhance incubation support and funding.
Key Stakeholders
- Government Representatives of 8 States
- Incubators from 8 States
- Top Incubators: T-Hub, I-Hub, O-Hub, CIIE IIMA, iCreate
- Policymakers like KPMG, DPIIT, MSDE
- Academia | R&D Labs, Academic TTOs, Centres of Excellence
- Corporates/Industries
- Successful Startup Stories
- Government Initiatives and Bodies for Incubation Centres
Key Beneficiaries
-
Incubators from
8 States -
Startups | Early
Stage Ventures -
Government

Capital Summit
Bringing together VCs, AIFs, banks, fintech leaders, and corporate investors to drive funding momentum for startups and incubators.
Capital Summit
The Capital Summit is a prestigious investment and finance-focused event. It aims to foster collaboration between venture capitalists (VCs), angel investors, banks, fintech enablers, government representatives, and high-growth startups. By breaking silos between investors, incubators, and entrepreneurs, the Capital Summit will establish a robust ecosystem that accelerates innovation and sustainable funding models.
Key Deliberations will cover
- Investment networks and deal sourcing
- The different themes and domains in which Indian Funds and VCs are flowing
- Corporate funding and CSR initiatives
- Smart capital approaches for scaling startups
Objectives
- 01Strengthen the Startup Investment Ecosystem by creating direct engagement channels between startups, investors, and financial enablers.
- 02Enhance Deal Sourcing & Investment Readiness with insights on fundraising, valuation, deal structuring, and exit strategies.
- 03Expand Investor Networks through co-investment partnerships between corporates, AIFs, and government-backed investors.
- 04Unlock Corporate and Government-backed Funding to provide financial support from large enterprises and government bodies for innovative business ideas.
Key Stakeholders
- Venture Capitalists
- Banks like SIDBI, HDFC, DBS, IDFC
- Fintech Companies like Razorpay, Paytm
- Finance and Innovation Ministry Reps
- Corporates with CSR fund
- Enablers like TiE, NEN, BNI
Key Beneficiaries
-
Startups |
Acceleration and
Growth Stage -
Incubators -
Researchers -
Venture Capitalists
and Alternative
Investment Funds
Esteemed Panelists
Panelist
Shri.Kadam Sandeep Vasant (IAS)
Organisation: Department of Technical Education Government of Himachal Pradesh
Designation: Secretary
Panel 1 : Northern Constellation: Uniting Innovation Across North India (11:00 -12:00)

Shri.Prof. (Dr.) Himanshu Monga
Organisation: Government of Himachal Pradesh
Designation: Department of Technical Education, Government of H.P
Panel 3 : Gov Catalyst: Unlocking Public Resources for Innovation (2:00-3:00)

Shri.Satish Kumar Arora
Organisation: AppSmartz & Game See
Designation: Co-Founder
Panel 2: PolicyForge: Blueprinting North India's Entrepreneurial Future (12:00-1:00)

Shri.Jimish Kapadia
Organisation: Growth91 Investment
Designation: Managing Partner
Panel 3 : Value Multipliers: How Smart Investors Accelerate Growth (2:00-3:00)

Shri.Davinder Singh
Organisation: BMU | ISBA
Designation: CEO | Member Governing Board
Panel 3 : Value Multipliers: How Smart Investors Accelerate Growth (2:00-3:00)

Smt.Dr.Lakshmi Jagannathan
Organisation: IIIT Banglore
Designation: CEO
Panel 3 : Gov Catalyst: Unlocking Public Resources for Innovation (2:00-3:00)

Dr. Mrutyunjay Suar
Organisation: KIITF
Designation: CEO
Panel 4 : Runway Economics: Building Self-Sustaining Incubation Models (3:00-4:00)
Eminent Dignitaries
Profiles