Startup Story: How India is Building the Next Gen AI Startups?
India's AI startup ecosystem took a big leap forward at the recent Google AI Day for Startups hosted by AIC-BIMTECH in Greater Noida. Over 150 early-stage startups gathered to explore practical AI applications and collaborate on scalable solutions, signaling that India is ready to lead in AI innovation.
AIC-BIMTECH Becomes an AI Hub—For a Day
The Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) campus transformed into a vibrant hub of AI innovation as its Atal Incubation Centre (AIC-BIMTECH) opened doors to startups focused on AI technologies. Since 2018, AIC-BIMTECH has supported 400+ startups, and hosting this event marked a significant milestone for both the institute and the North Indian startup ecosystem.
Dr. Prabina Rajib, Director of BIMTECH, emphasized the institute’s commitment to fostering innovation and engaging deeply with the startup community by hosting this event.
From Generative AI to Monetization: What the Day Covered
The event featured a panel discussion titled ‘AI’s Next Wave: Agents, Multimodal, and Monetization’, moderated by Mahesh Prajapati, founder of BigDot.ai. Panelists included Alok Shankar Pandey (DFCCIL), Amit Singal (Fluid Ventures), and Noor Fatma (Easiofy). They highlighted how Indian startups are moving beyond using AI tools toward building solutions for the next billion users, addressing monetization and multimodal AI models.
Google’s Role: Tools, Mentorship, and Market Access
Enisha Kalita from Google introduced the company’s support framework under Google for Startups, including cloud credits, mentorship, and go-to-market strategies aimed at accelerating AI startups. Participants accessed hands-on sessions with Google’s AI platforms such as:
- Gemini 2.5
- Gemma 3.0
- Vertex AI
- AI Studio
For many startups, this was the first opportunity to use these platforms directly—tools that can significantly improve product development and customer experiences.
Nurturing India’s AI Pioneers: The AIC-BIMTECH Mission
AIC-BIMTECH, supported by AIM NITI Aayog, has consistently backed inclusive entrepreneurship through initiatives like the Startup India Seed Fund, MeitY Grants, and Stanford Seed programs. CEO Surya Kant stressed the importance of startups in nation-building and expressed pride in supporting AI and emerging tech startups to contribute to India’s growth.
The event fostered more than learning—it created a community. Founders networked, demoed products, and exchanged ideas on scaling. The mix of government support, academic resources, and Google’s expertise offered a unique environment for AI startups.
Google AI Day at AIC-BIMTECH is a clear sign that AI is becoming essential for Indian startups, not a luxury. With strong incubators and global partnerships backing them, Indian AI startups are poised to become key players on the global stage.
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