The CII CIES ICON Summit 2024, held in Hyderabad on December 17-18, served as a significant platform for innovation and collaboration within India's startup ecosystem.

Key components of the summit included keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, startup exhibitions, and an awards ceremony, all designed to foster knowledge sharing and networking.

MAGIC, the Marathwada Accelerator for Growth and Incubation Council, participated in the Startup Expo, attracting notable attention for its initiatives aimed at supporting startups.

The Startup Expo featured 100 startups from across India, providing them with an opportunity to showcase their innovations and connect with potential investors and partners.

Executives from major corporations, including Swapnil Jain of Ather Energy and Amit Sethi of Thermax, visited MAGIC's stall, fostering discussions on potential collaborations.

MAGIC Director Ashish Garde engaged with industry leaders to explore opportunities that support startups, emphasizing the critical importance of corporate-startup synergy.

The event aimed to enhance collaboration between industries and startups, providing an impactful platform for showcasing innovations.

Recognized as an essential annual event, the summit highlighted advancements across multiple sectors, including electric mobility, smart manufacturing, health tech, space and defense, agriculture, and deep technology.