Policymakers, industry stalwarts, investors, founders and startup
leaders converged at TiEcon Delhi to celebrate India’s accelerating deeptech revolution. TiEcon
Delhi, organized by TiE Delhi-NCR, a two-day summit kicked off on an inspiring note, setting the
stage for powerful conversations, visionary ideas, and collaborations shaping the future of technology
and entrepreneurship in India.
The highlight of the opening day was the Grand Keynote by Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Union
Minister of Commerce and Industries, Government of India, where he outlined Government’s
Vision for Building a Vibrant Deeptech Ecosystem Driven by Innovation and Youth Engagement. He
observed that India’s digital journey has been integral to its economic rise, from becoming the world’s
fourth-largest economy to being on track to reach the third position within two years, and achieving the
vision of a USD 30–32 trillion economy by 2047. He stated that the foundation of India’s growth rests
on the power of technology and innovation.
“Over the last decade, India’s remarkable digital transformation has created unprecedented
possibilities for the millions of Indians from the bottom-of-the-pyramid to millions of our innovators.
Programmes like the Jan Dhan bank accounts, Aadhaar identity, Direct Benefit Transfer, the growth of
the UPI payments ecosystem, expansion of 4G networks and now 5G across the country, all these
have shifted India from coverage to access, from access to usage, from usage to outcomes.As we
move towards becoming a global engine of deep-tech innovation, through AI, quantum computing,
semiconductors, emerging technologies, the entire ecosystem of talent, institutions, investment,
start-ups is aligning with this vision. Happy to see platforms like TiEcon Delhi-NCR bring together
entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators who embody the spirit of inquiry and enterprise that drives
India forward. Together, we must aim not just to participate in the global technology revolution but to
lead it with confidence, creativity, and conviction,” said Shri Piyush Goyal, Honourable Union
Minister of Commerce and Industry Government of India.
The sessions covered diverse themes from startup profitability to AI innovation and research
commercialization. The Power Panel “Mission 2047: What Got Us Here Won’t Get Us There” saw
participation from STPI, DPIIT, BIRAC, and NSIC leaders discussing India’s roadmap to becoming a
global tech powerhouse. A series of fireside chats and keynotes followed, including “Quantum Leap:
Accelerating India’s Tech Sovereignty” with Dr. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, DST, and Dr. Saurabh
Srivastava, Chairman Emeritus, TiE Delhi-NCR, and “How India Can Win the Global AI Race”
featuring Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary, MeitY, and Sanjeev Bikhchandani, Founder, Info
Edge.
“The Honourable Minister Piyush Goyal’s remarks on the need for Indian startups to focus on deep
tech inspired us to take decisive action. We shifted our focus and the 25th TiECon Delhi has now
become India’s largest deep tech conference. In a world where technology and trade are increasingly
being weaponised, technology sovereignty represents national sovereignty. As India moves towards
Viksit Bharat 2047, investing in deep tech and research is essential. This vision now defines TiE’s
mission” said Dr. Saurabh Srivastava – Chairman Emeritus, TiE Delhi -NCR.
“India is witnessing an exciting phase in its artificial intelligence journey, powered by our strong
technology ecosystem and exceptional talent base. Through the India AI Mission, we are focused on
building an inclusive and innovation-driven framework that provides access to compute infrastructure,
quality datasets and AI skills for startups, researchers and enterprises. In this, TiEcon Delhi NCR play
an important role in fostering collaboration among industry leaders, entrepreneurs and policymakers,
helping translate India’s AI potential into real-world impact. Our collective goal is to make AI
accessible, responsible and transformative for every citizen, driving sustainable and equitable digital
growth across the nation,” said Mr. Abhishek Singh, Addl. Secretary, MeitY India AI Mission.
The event also marked the unveiling of SPF 100 Desi Deeptechs, a first-of-its-kind showcase
celebrating India’s most promising homegrown Deeptech ventures. Engaging sessions such as ‘AI
Unlocked: Innovation, Scale & Competitiveness’ and ‘Deeptech on the Move: AI Innovations
Powering Mobility 2.0’, powered by MG Motor, further reflected the vibrancy and depth of India’s
Deeptech ecosystem, emphasizing the collective efforts of government, investors, and entrepreneurs
in shaping a future-ready innovation economy.
In another key highlight, TiE Delhi-NCR announced the launch of the DeepScale India Accelerator
Program at TiEcon Delhi-NCR 2025, a national initiative designed to fast-track the
commercialization and scaling up of MVP-ready DeepTech startups. Supported by SIDBI as the
Investment Partner, DST as the Ecosystem Partner, and AWS as the Technical Partner, the program
will empower early-stage innovators across AI, robotics, quantum, biotech, spacetech, and
semiconductors through mentorship, funding access, and masterclasses, culminating in a Demo Day
at the TechSwaraj DeepTech Summit 2026.
Alongside the accelerator, TiE Delhi-NCR also introduced Lab2Scale, a DeepTech bridge designed to
move TRL 4–7 research from proof-of-concept to pilots and commercialization. The Lab2Scale
session at TiEcon featured rapid 5-minute pitches by select innovators, followed by curated
Founder–Industry Huddles that enabled pilot discussions, partnerships, and opportunities for
technology validation.
About TiE Delhi-NCR
Fostering entrepreneurship for over two decades, TiE Delhi-NCR stands as one of the most dynamic
and impactful chapters of the global TiE Network. Renowned for its marquee events, high-impact
mentoring programs, prestigious entrepreneurial awards, and powerful investor pitch platforms, TiE
Delhi-NCR plays a pivotal role in shaping India’s startup landscape. With a mission to empower
entrepreneurs at every stage, TiE Delhi-NCR offers access to industry experts, seasoned mentors,
and global networks, helping founders scale their ventures beyond imaginable limits. Through
consistent efforts to expand, explore, and elevate, TiE Delhi-NCR continues to evolve as India’s most
credible and influential platform supporting entrepreneurial growth and innovation.
