Dr. Madhukumar Mehta
Founding Team Member & Chief Mentor Emeritus
iCreate
Your Journey Begins Here.
An official onboarding and orientation Programme designed for newly selected startups at iCreate. The Programme marks the beginning of a structured entrepreneurial journey, enabling startups to transition from ideation to execution within a supportive ecosystem.
The initiative aims to bring together founders, mentors, domain experts, and ecosystem stakeholders to create a strong foundation for startup growth. Through curated sessions, interactive discussions, and strategic planning exercises, Prarambham ensures that each startup begins its journey with clarity, direction, and access to resources.
To formally onboard startups into the iCreate ecosystem.
To provide clarity on funding processes, mentorship support, and compliance requirements.
To align startups with their defined 18-month milestones for structured growth.
Helping startups understand the iCreate ecosystem, incubation journey, and growth pathways.
Insights from industry leaders, mentors, and personalised guidance for startup growth.
Showcase innovations, gain visibility, connect founders, and learn together.
Experience iCreate's innovation campus, labs, infrastructure, and collaborative startup ecosystem.
Each track is purpose-built to move founders from foundational alignment to strategic execution — enabling growth, mentorship, and meaningful community connections.
| Time | Day 01 | Day 02 | Day 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09.30 - 10.00 AM | Registration & Welcome Kit | Assembly | Assembly | |
| 10.00 - 11.00 AM | Welcome Address & iCreate and its legacy | Think Tank 1: Bridging the Complexity Gap: Decoding Human-Robot Interaction | Think Tank 3: Off to the Right Start | |
| 11.00 - 12.00 PM | Pivot Point: What do you expect from us? And what do we expect from you? | Think Tank 2: Regulatory Framework and Statutory Compliances | Think Tank 4: Unlocking the Value of Intellectual Property | |
| 12.00 - 01.00 PM | Closing Ceremony: The Road Ahead and Membership Certificate Distribution | |||
| 01.00 - 02.00 PM | Networking Lunch | |||
| 02.00 - 03.00 PM | iCreate Facility Tour | Founder Files: Alumni Experience Zone | ||
| 03.00 - 04.00 PM | WEpreneurship – Bold Moves | Founders Clinic | ||
| 04.00 - 05.00 PM | Founders Clinic | |||
| 05.00 - 06.00 PM | Investor Insights | The Agreement Signing / Video Shoot | ||
| 06.00 - 07.00 PM | The iCreate Experience Night | |||
| 07.00 - 08.00 PM | ||||
| 08.00 - 09.00 PM | The Growth Table: Dine, Discuss, Decode | |||
Learn from experienced founders, industry leaders, mentors, and ecosystem experts who bring real-world perspectives, strategic guidance, and valuable insights to help shape your startup journey.
Founding Team Member & Chief Mentor Emeritus
iCreate
Founding Team Member
iCreate
Founding Team Member
iCreate
Founding Team Member
iCreate
Resident Business Mentor
iCreate
Founder & VP Strategic Partnerships & Product Development
Aavinyaa Strategies
Head – Human Robo Lab
IIT Gandhinagar
Innovation across high-impact sectors and emerging technologies — meet the 14 founders shaping tomorrow's solutions.
01
AI-powered retinal scans detect chronic diseases like heart, kidney, lung issues, and diabetes.
02
Solar-powered technology enables sustainable solutions for water treatment and energy generation.
03
Autonomous sanitation systems improve hygiene using AI and IoT monitoring.
04
Compostable packaging films replace plastics without changing machinery.
05
AI-driven platform accelerates hardware prototyping and testing.
06
Wearable tech prevents fall injuries and supports elderly independence.
07
Real-time AI device translates sign language for better communication.
08
Flight controller platform for autonomous drone delivery systems.
09
Portable dehusking machine improves efficiency for rural farmers.
10
Reversible fuel cell stores energy using atmospheric moisture.
11
AI drone ecosystem for detection and aerial threat management.
12
High-endurance drones enable heavy payload industrial operations.
13
Battery-operated zero-emission sweeping machines designed for efficient and affordable road cleaning in Indian conditions.
14
Portable, low-cost accessibility ramps enabling safer mobility for elderly and differently-abled individuals.
Previous editions have brought together founders, mentors, ecosystem leaders, and startup enablers for meaningful interactions, strategic learning, and high-impact collaborations.
Hear from founders who experienced Prarambham and gained valuable mentorship, strategic direction, and the confidence to accelerate their startup journey.