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Innovation NE Week in Kohima Signs Three MoUs as 25 Startups Graduate

New agreements will see partners spanning government, academia, industry incubate Northeastern startups through training programmes

Vice chancellor & director general NIELIT, Dr. Madan Mohon Tripathi, presenting a certificate to one of the state participants during the inaugural programme. (DIPR)

Overview

  • MeitY Secretary S Krishnan lauded Nagaland’s progress in food processing, tourism and services, highlighting English proficiency as a digital economy asset.
  • Three MoUs exchanged between NIELIT Kohima and Vignan TBI, SPJIMR Mumbai and ACIC IIT (ISM) Foundation will bolster market access, mentorship and grassroots entrepreneurship.
  • NIELIT’s Vice Chancellor Madan Mohan Tripathi affirmed MeitY’s investments in digital infrastructure, skilling and entrepreneurship across the Northeast.
  • Twenty-five startups from all eight Northeastern states graduated at the event, showcasing innovations in AgriTech, HealthTech, Cybersecurity, Green Energy and Cloud solutions.
  • Panel discussions, workshops and pitchathons are being held to connect innovators with investors and policy leaders.