MIET and FICCI FLO host Jammu & Kashmir Startup Conclave 2026
The event featured keynote speakers and panel discussions focused on scaling ventures and accelerating the regional startup ecosystem.
The Model Institute of Engineering and Technology (MIET), Jammu, and FICCI FLO JKL jointly organised the Jammu & Kashmir Startup Conclave 2026 at the MIET campus on November 14, according to the Daily Excelsior.
The conclave was supported by The Ashok Kapur Foundation. MIET Director Prof Ankur Gupta delivered a welcome address, while FICCI FLO JK&L chairperson Varsha Bansal spoke about supporting regional and women entrepreneurs.
Keynote speakers including Suman Masciarelli, Abhit Kalsotra, Dr Deepak Motwani, and Prof Rajeev Roy shared insights on technology, consumer brands, education, and funding. A panel discussion on accelerating the startup ecosystem in J&K was moderated by MIET Professor of Practice Ajay Khajuria.
During the Startup Awards, the JK Startup Pride Award was presented to GR8 Sports India Pvt. Ltd., Studio Agama Interior, PureMart Himalayan Foods Pvt. Ltd., SAAR System Solutions Pvt.
Ltd., and Green Trek Research and Development Pvt. Ltd.
In the Early-Stage Promising Startup Awards, Jivisha Health Pvt. Ltd. won first prize of Rs 75,000, followed by Basohli Pashmina Dhaage with Rs 50,000 and Donut Mall with Rs 25,000.
In the Elevator Pitching Competition, Dupahar AI won the first prize of Rs 25,000, followed by Vessel Vision with Rs 15,000 and Amulya Swaad with Rs 10,000. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by FICCI FLO JKL senior vice-chairperson Rupika Sahai.