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Propel Pitchfest’26
On 11–12 February 2026, the ACIC-BMU Foundation hosted Propel Pitchfest26, a two-day flagship conclave bringing together startups, investors, policymakers, and academicians on a single high-impact platform.
The Pitchfest generated 30,00,000+ digital impressions and attracted 2,100+ startup registrations nationwide. After a rigorous multi-stage screening, 50 startups were shortlisted for semi-finals, with 15 advancing to the Grand Finale. A distinctive feature was the inclusive ‘Lightning Pitch’ format, ensuring wider investor exposure beyond finalists.
A major milestone was the disbursement of approximately ₹2.98 crore under schemes such as SISFS and MeitY Startup Hub, with individual funding ranging from ₹4.5 lakhs to ₹40 lakhs. The event also hosted a Startup Roundtable with national ecosystem leaders, one-on-one investor meetings, and a live-streamed Grand Final evaluated by leading VCs and angel networks.
By blending capital access, policy engagement and mentorship, Propel Pitchfest26 reaffirmed its role as a founder-first platform driving innovation, inclusion and scalable impact.