presents
STARTUP IGNITE
5th, July 2025
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Calling all startups and aspiring entrepreneurs for the startup pitch satge
THE WINNER WILL GET A CHANCE TO
WIN A GRANT OF INR 5 LAKHS
Is your startup pioneering new ways to create sustainable foods, developing cutting-edge plant-based materials, or revolutionizing agricultural practices?
VIC Startup Ignite offers you the perfect stage to pitch your company to an esteemed jury of investors. Get an opportunity to pitch your plant-based startup to value-aligned investors in a closed-door session.
6 startups will be shortlisted and given 15 mins to impress investors. We're offering a minimum grant of Rs. 5 lakhs to the most promising startup selected during these sessions.
Do you have what it takes?
Gather your data, brush up your numbers, strengthen your arguments and apply for a spot to pitch your venture at the VIC Startup Ignite.
AMPLIFY YOUR IMPACT
Access to Funding
Secure the financial support by meeting potential investors for your startup.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with potential partners, collaborators, & mentors to help propel your startup forward.
Expert Mentorship
Gain invaluable insights and guidance from seasoned professionals in your industry.
Rs. 5 lakh Grant
Get a chance to win a grant of Rs.5 Lakhs which will take your idea forward!
Visibility
Showcase your innovative ideas in front of a panel of esteemed investors and industry experts.
MEET THE JURY
Some of our investors are…
RISHAB MARIWALA
Director - Marico Ltd. & Kaya Ltd., Managing Partner- Sharrp Ventures
SIDDHARTH KOTHARI
Partner, Ahimsa VC and Chief Investment Strategist, Om Infra Ltd
Jasmine Bharucha
Director at Krystal Venture Studio, Plant based Startup Founder (Katharos)
Karan Mehta
Principal at Green Frontier Capital
DEEKSHA AHUJA
Founder @ Encubay | Driving Diversity through Entrepreneurship and Investing
Sagar Tandon
Investing in accelerating the transition towards a kinder, cleaner, healthier world
YASH BIYANI
Founder , Sector 7 ,
Venture Studio and
Investor
Nilesh Maurya
Food and Consumer Investor and Venture Builder
Jinesh Shah
Founder, AltX Ventures
Chandni Jafri
Founder SLSV, Angel Investor
Abhiram Bhalerao
Partner at V3 Ventures (Verlinvest), Venture Investor
Riddhi Shah
Venture Partner, India at Lever VC
and many more!
India ranks third globally in the number of startups, boasting 1.25 lakh ventures. Among them, 110 have achieved unicorn status, signalling rapid growth. These startups collectively employ 12 lakh individuals and hold 12,000 registered patents, showcasing their impact on innovation. The opportunity to start green ventures in India has never been this lucrative.
The VIC Startup Ignite : Pitch Stage is dedicated to supporting and showcasing the most innovative startups in the plant-based sector.
Our mission is to catalyze the transition to a more sustainable, plant-powered future. We believe that by supporting and empowering innovators like you, we can create positive change for the planet, people, and animals.
Whether you're a startup founder, investor, or simply passionate about plant-based innovation, we invite you to join us on this journey. Together, we can harness the power of plants to build a brighter, greener future for all.
Ready to Take Your Plant-Based Startup to the Next Level?
Welcome, Introduction
10.30am-10.40am
A brief introduction to Vegan First and Vegan India Conference by our founder, Palak Mehta; an introduction to HSI India
Startup Pitches
10.45am-12.15pm
Revolutionary innovations pitched by plant-based startups to investors
Jury Deliberation and Monetary Grant Award
12.15pm-12.45pm
Announcing the winner of the Rs. 5 lakh grant
PLANT BASED NETWORKING LUNCH
12.45 - 1:50pm