Bengaluru Tech Summit

Honouring the Changemakers of Assistive Technology at #BTS2025! The AssisTech Foundation (ATF) Awards recognise innovators who are building solutions that uplift, empower, and expand access for persons with disabilities. Whether pioneering new tools or elevating existing technologies, your contributions are rewriting what inclusion looks like. Here’s to the visionaries making tomorrow more equitable for all. #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash Arvind Kumar Jagdish Patankar nasscom TiE Bangalore India Electronics and Semiconductor Association ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA)

Saluting the Rising Champions of the National BioQuiz! 🌟 At #BTS2025, the next generation of biotech thinkers shines bright. Kudos to the winner and the three runner-ups for showcasing stellar knowledge and a passion for science. Your journey fuels the innovation of tomorrow — keep pushing the frontiers of biotech! #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash Arvind Kumar Jagdish Patankar nasscom TiE Bangalore India Electronics and Semiconductor Association ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA)

Applauding the visionary minds honoured at the Smart Bio Awards at #BTS2025! This year’s winners have demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in biotechnology, driving meaningful progress across the sector. Your contributions energise the ecosystem and spark new possibilities for the future. Here’s to shaping a world where biotech transforms lives every day. #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash Arvind Kumar Jagdish Patankar nasscom TiE Bangalore India Electronics and Semiconductor Association ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA)

Honouring the next-gen innovators of the Bio Posters – Walkway of Discovery at #BTS2025! Congratulations to the winner and every student-researcher who showcased their passion and talent. Your research brings fresh momentum to biotech and inspires everyone to imagine what’s possible. The journey ahead is yours to shape! #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash Arvind Kumar Jagdish Patankar nasscom TiE Bangalore India Electronics and Semiconductor Association ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA)

Congratulations to all the winners of the TCS National Rural IT Quiz at #BTS2025! This pan-India quiz brings together bright young minds from rural regions to showcase their tech knowledge and passion for learning. Your achievement is a testament to curiosity, hard work, and ambition — and a reminder that the future of India’s tech talent is in incredible hands. #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit Tata Consultancy Services Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash Arvind Kumar Jagdish Patankar nasscom TiE Bangalore India Electronics and Semiconductor Association ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA)

What a finish to BTS 2025! The venue was packed, the energy was incredible, and every corner was buzzing with action. From a full house throughout the day to a spectacular FMC finale with amazing stars and unforgettable vibes — these highlights capture everything that made the last day truly special. #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit

In his Special Address, Shri Priyank Kharge, Hon’ble Minister for IT & BT and RDPR, Govt. of Karnataka, outlined the state’s strong commitment to driving innovation and supporting emerging technologies. He announced the AI Deeptech Grant, a major step aimed at empowering startups, strengthening the deeptech ecosystem and encouraging breakthrough solutions from Karnataka. He spoke about the importance of collective progress and community driven growth, reminding the audience that if you want to travel fast, travel alone and if you want to travel far, travel together. His address reinforced the message that long term success in technology and innovation comes from collaboration, shared vision and sustained support for the ecosystem. Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash nasscom TiE Bangalore India Electronics and Semiconductor Association ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit

Danish Sait & Mayanti Langer shined as the FMC Anchors, bringing a perfect blend of wit, elegance, and professionalism. Their anchoring kept the energy high and the audience fully tuned in — a fantastic job from start to finish. Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash nasscom TiE Bangalore India Electronics and Semiconductor Association ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) Danish Sait #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit

The Felicitation with Unicorn Founders at #BTS2025 featured Shri Priyank Kharge, Hon'ble Minister for IT & Bt and RDPR, Govt. of Karnataka, Shri Sharath Kumar Bache Gowda, Chairman, KEONICS, Govt. Of Karnataka, Dr. Manjula N, IAS, Secretary to Government, Dept. of E, IT, Bt and S&T, Govt. of Karnataka, and Prashanth Prakash, Founding Partner, Accel India; Chairperson- VGST, Govt. of Karnataka. The session honored visionary founders from Zepto, Rapido, Ather Energy, Jumbotail, and Navi, along with an IPO felicitation for Bluestone. Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash nasscom TiE Bangalore India Electronics and Semiconductor Association ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) Zepto Rapido Ather Energy Jumbotail Navi Ashish Jhina Kaivalya V. Rajiv Naresh Pavan Guntupalli Swapnil Jain S.Karthik Venkateswaran #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit

The Presentation of the Top Elevate Awards brought together some of the most inspiring innovators, rising entrepreneurs and impactful solution builders of the year. The ceremony celebrated breakthrough ideas, bold experimentation and the determination to create meaningful change. Each award highlighted the spirit of innovation and the drive to elevate India’s technological landscape. A truly special moment honouring those who are shaping the future with passion and purpose. Priyank M Kharge IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash nasscom TiE Bangalore India Electronics and Semiconductor Association ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) #BTS2025 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit