Bhubaneswar City Knowledge Innovation Cluster Foundation, in collaboration with KIIT Technology Business Incubator (KIIT-TBI), proudly organized the “MSME-Startup Trade Fair 2024,” with support from the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India.
The event was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Minister of Fisheries & Animal Resources Development and MSME, Govt. of Odisha, Shri Gokulananda Mallik, in the esteemed presence of Dr. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT & KISS, Shri Pawan K Gupta, Joint Director of MSME-DI Cuttack, Prof. Nalinaksh S. Vyas, Emeritus Fellow at IIT Kanpur, and Dr. Krishna Kanth Pulicherla, Scientist E at Department of Science & Technology, Government of India.
💡 Event Highlights:
🔹 60 startups from across India showcased their market-ready and innovative products.
🔹 12 exciting product launches captivated attendees.
🔹 A special Pitching for Investment session empowered startups to present their growth strategies to potential investors.
The Trade_Fair created a vibrant platform for MSMEs, startups, policymakers, industry_leaders, investors, and academicians. Odisha takes pride in hosting this dynamic event, fostering business growth, partnerships, and new investment opportunities.
📅 Day_2 Highlights:
The “National Seminar on Boosting Exports from MSMEs,” hosted by BCKIC and organized by MSME-DFO, Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India, Cuttack, explored strategies for expanding MSMEs’ access to national and global markets.
📅Day_3 Highlights:
Ms. Katja Lasch, Director of DAAD Regional Office New Delhi/DWIH New Delhi, delivered an insightful session on “Enhancing SME Innovation and Technology Cooperation: Indo-German Perspectives.” The discussion emphasized collaboration between India and Germany to advance technological growth and innovation in the SME sector.
A huge thank you to all our guests, partners, and participants for making this event a resounding success! Together, we are shaping a bright future for MSMEs and startups, driving innovation and collaboration forward.
