GURUGRAM, September 5, 2025 — IILM University, Gurugram will host SPRINT North Edition 2025, a landmark deep-tech innovation summit designed to accelerate India’s startup ecosystem and foster collaboration between entrepreneurs, investors, corporates, and policy leaders. The event serves as a cornerstone initiative within the “100 Startups 100 Days” national program led by iHub – AWaDH @ IIT Ropar.
Advancing India’s Deep-Tech Innovation Agenda
SPRINT North Edition 2025 represents a critical convergence point for India’s deep-tech community, bringing together key stakeholders committed to transforming research innovation into scalable commercial ventures. The summit addresses the growing need for structured support systems that bridge the gap between academic research and market-ready solutions.
The event aligns with national priorities to establish India as a global leader in deep-tech innovation, focusing on sectors including artificial intelligence, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and emerging technologies with significant economic and social impact potential.
Recognition and Investment Opportunities
A highlight of the summit will be the recognition and support of promising innovations through two key initiatives:
Research Excellence Recognition: Ten groundbreaking research ideas will receive formal acknowledgment for their potential to address critical societal and economic challenges through innovative technological approaches.
Startup Investment Support: Ten promising startups will receive investment backing from IIT Ropar, providing crucial funding and institutional support to accelerate their growth trajectory and market entry strategies.
Strategic Ecosystem Building
The summit brings together diverse stakeholders essential to India’s deep-tech ecosystem development:
Entrepreneurs and Startups: Early-stage and growth-stage companies developing cutting-edge technological solutions across multiple sectors
Investors and Venture Capitalists: Funding partners actively seeking high-potential deep-tech investment opportunities
Corporate Leaders: Industry executives exploring innovation partnerships and technology adoption strategies
Policy Makers: Government representatives and regulatory leaders shaping India’s innovation policy framework
Academic Institutions: Research universities and technical institutes driving fundamental research and talent development
National Deep-Tech Initiative Framework
SPRINT North Edition operates within the broader “100 Startups 100 Days” initiative, a comprehensive national program designed to identify, support, and accelerate deep-tech startups across India. The program emphasizes systematic approach to innovation support, providing structured pathways from research concept to commercial viability.
iHub – AWaDH @ IIT Ropar leads this national effort, leveraging the institution’s research excellence and industry connections to create sustainable innovation ecosystems that can compete globally while addressing India-specific challenges.
Building Collaborative Networks
The event emphasizes collaborative network building among participants, creating lasting connections that extend beyond the summit itself. Structured networking opportunities, panel discussions, and interactive sessions facilitate knowledge exchange and partnership development essential for deep-tech ecosystem growth.
Participants will engage in focused discussions covering funding strategies, technology commercialization, regulatory navigation, talent acquisition, and market development approaches specific to deep-tech ventures.
Event Details and Registration
Event Information:
- Date: September 12, 2025
- Time: 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM (followed by lunch)
- Venue: IILM University, Sector 53, Gurugram
- Registration: https://lnkd.in/ghnZPGq2
- Registration Deadline: September 7, 2025
The summit welcomes participation from across India’s innovation ecosystem, with registration available through the event’s official portal. The program targets entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, policy makers, and industry leaders committed to advancing India’s deep-tech capabilities.
About iHub – AWaDH @ IIT Ropar
iHub – AWaDH @ IIT Ropar operates as a Technology Innovation Hub focused on Agriculture and Water technology development under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems. The hub supports deep-tech innovation through research collaboration, startup incubation, and ecosystem development initiatives that bridge academic excellence with commercial viability.
About IILM University
IILM University, Gurugram operates as a leading private university offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across multiple disciplines. The university emphasizes innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration in its academic and research initiatives, making it an ideal venue for deep-tech innovation summits and ecosystem development programs.
