Start-Ups Council of India

On the occasion of India’s 77th Republic Day, Startups Council of India extends warm greetings to all citizens.

As we celebrate the strength of our Constitution and democracy, we reaffirm our commitment to nurturing innovation, entrepreneurship, and a globally competitive startup ecosystem for India.

🇮🇳 Wishing everyone a proud and inspiring Republic Day.

Mr. Chandrakant Salunkhe - Founder & President, SME Chamber of India & Start-Ups Council of Indiaaddressed the delegates on Strengthening supply chain integrity in the MSME ecosystem at Business Integrity Conclave 2.0 – IACD 2025 Theme: Cultivating Intergrity in Business and Supply chains through Collective Action organised by UN Global Compact Network India on 9 December 2025 at Mumbai.

The insightful panel also features:
Ratnesh Jha, Executive Director, UN Global Compact Network India
Nandkumar R Kulkarni, Head – EHS & Sustainability, VEER-O-METALS PRIVATE LIMITED
VIJAYKUMAR KATTI, Founder, VesacIndia
Rupam BARUAH, Business Head – Sustainability Services CIF, South Asia Region, Bureau Veritas India Pvt Ltd.

𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲

In today’s fast-evolving entrepreneurial landscape, the real strength of a startup ecosystem comes from collaboration. When founders, innovators, mentors, investors, and institutions work together, they create a community where knowledge flows openly, opportunities expand, and growth becomes achievable for everyone.

The Startups Council of India (SCI) is committed to enabling this collaborative culture. By connecting founders with investors, corporates, ecosystem partners, and seasoned experts, SCI ensures entrepreneurs have access to the right support at the right time—so they can scale without unnecessary hurdles.

How SCI Strengthens the Startup Ecosystem:

Enabling knowledge sharing and peer learning
Mentorship from industry veterans
Market access and corporate connects
Advocacy and policy support

Contact for Membership & Support Services:

📞 +91 22 6951 1111
📧 [email protected]

🌐 www.startupscouncilofindia.com

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐩𝐚𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬

𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 – Action-oriented support on business strategy, regulatory compliance, funding readiness, technology adoption, and go‑to‑market planning.

𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 – Focused one‑to‑one mentoring from proven founders, investors, and domain specialists to validate ideas, sharpen models, and speed up scale‑up.

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 – Curated connects with entrepreneurs, corporates, investors, accelerators, and ecosystem partners to unlock partnerships, pilots, and new revenue opportunities.

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Shri Chandrakant Salunkhe Founder & President SME Chamber of India & Federation of Indian SME Associations has participated as speaker at Conference on Empowering MSMEs: Opportunities, Challenges and Way Forward , organized by the Indian Banks`​ Association on 18th September 2025 at Bank of Baroda conference hall, HQ, Mumbai.

Mr. M. Nagaraju Secretary, Department Of Financial Services, GOI GOI Ministry of Finance, Government of India along with Mr. Manoj Ayyappan, Jt. Secretary, Department Of Financial Services, GOI Ministry of Finance, Government of India
Mr. Atul Kumar Goel , Chief Executive, Indian Banks' Association
Mr. Dr Debadatta Chand , MD & CEO, Bank of Baroda
Mr. Rajneesh Karnatak, MD & CEO, Bank of India
Mr. Manoj Mittal, CMD, Small Industries Development Bank of India
as well as EDs and CGMs of various banks.

Shri Salunkhe has presented Many suggestions and recommendations to empower MSMEs to achieve target economic Growth, industrialisation in tier 2 and 3 cities in india and march towards as well as raised various issues and hurdles faced by MSMEs while availing Financial services.

Strengthening SME Entrepreneurs Through GST Reforms

Shri Chandrakant Salunkhe, Founder & President, SME Chamber of India shared his thoughts appreciating the Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman and the Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modiji for taking steps towards GST reforms.

He highlighted how these reforms could support entrepreneurs, particularly in the rural regions of India, by strengthening their businesses. Such measures are expected to boost the spending power of common people, thereby creating a positive impact on the overall economy.

Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Japan strengthens India-Japan partnership and opens new doors for SME collaboration.
The INDIA - JAPAN SME BUSINESS COUNCIL and SME Chamber of India recognize the significance of Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent trip to Japan. This visit marks a major step in enhancing economic ties and creating opportunities for SMEs in both countries. Key business activities such as facilitating joint ventures between Indian and Japanese companies and establishing technology exchange programs will foster innovation and market growth. These efforts are expected to boost trade, investment, and partnerships, benefiting SMEs through greater collaboration and access to advanced technologies. This strengthened relationship supports shared goals of sustainable growth and inclusive economic development.
www.smechamberofindia.com
www.indiajapanbizcouncil.com

Honouring Visionaries on World Entrepreneurs’ Day

Entrepreneurs are not just business owners — they are changemakers shaping the future of our economy and society. On World Entrepreneurs’ Day, Startup Council of India recognizes and celebrates the innovative spirit that drives startups and young leaders across the nation.

We continue to foster collaboration, innovation, and access to opportunities for India’s growing startup ecosystem.

The most successful entrepreneurs share one trait — they act on the right opportunities.

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🚀 Startups, Unleash Your Potential! 🚀

The Government of India, through Startup India and the Government e-Marketplace (GeM), is redefining opportunity for innovative enterprises!

🌟 DPIIT-recognized startups can now dive into select government tenders on GeM—no prior experience or hefty turnover required. This is your chance to break through traditional barriers and showcase your groundbreaking solutions!

💻 Why GeM? A seamless, digital onboarding process designed to empower startups. Compete on merit, scale your vision, and contribute to India’s growth story.

Ready to Start?

1️⃣ Register on GeM as a DPIIT-recognized startup.
2️⃣ Explore available tenders.
3️⃣ Craft a winning proposal aligned with tender requirements.

🔥 While some contracts may have specific criteria, this initiative is a game-changer for startups ready to make their mark. Don’t wait—register, prepare, compete, and grow!

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