Jaipur.A grand installation ceremony of the office bearers of the Federation of Unicorn Innovative Startups and Industries was आयोजित during the Bharat Venture Summit 2026. The event was graced by RSS Regional Seva Pramukh Shiv Lahari as the Chief Guest. Distinguished guests included Dr. Soumya Gurjar, former Mayor of Jaipur Municipal Corporation, and Harendra Mahawar.
Prominent dignitaries such as Dr. Anand Poddar, Chairman and Founder of Poddar Group and FUISI, and Dr. Sanjay Khandelwal were also present. The ceremony formally installed the newly elected office bearers of FUISI, with participation from researchers, innovators, and industry representatives across sectors.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Anand Poddar said that FUISI aims to make India’s startup ecosystem globally competitive by building a strong bridge between innovation, research, and industry. He highlighted that the organization is creating new opportunities for youth and focusing on sectors such as renewable energy, media tech, green economy, and artificial intelligence. FUISI has set a target to empower 10,000 startups through mentoring, funding, and knowledge sharing.
During the event, more than 20 startups showcased their innovations before investors. Experts evaluated their ideas based on feasibility and practical implementation.
In his address, Dr. Sanjay Khandelwal emphasized that startups are key drivers of India’s economic growth. He noted that through FUISI, efforts are being made to transform ideas into reality by providing investment, mentorship, and technological support. The summit featured in-depth discussions on emerging technologies such as IoT, AI, and EdTech. Founders also benefited from direct interactions with investors and venture capital experts, gaining insights into scaling businesses and accessing funding opportunities.
Chief Guest Shiv Lahari stated that startups play a crucial role in building an Atmanirbhar Bharat and encouraged youth to actively contribute to nation-building through innovation.
The summit highlighted cutting-edge innovations across IT, AI, banking, finance, and transport sectors. Startups showcased solutions in smart automation, data analytics, machine learning, fintech platforms, digital payments, blockchain security systems, and microfinance models. In the transport sector, innovations in electric mobility, smart logistics, AI-based traffic management, and green transportation reflected the vision of future smart cities.
The event concluded on an energetic and positive note, fostering meaningful dialogue among startups, investors, and industry experts, and reaffirming that India’s startup ecosystem is rapidly evolving with immense growth potential.