Nepal's Startups Join India's IN-SPAN Initiative for Innovation and Growth
India hosts second batch of Nepali start-ups under IN-SPAN Initiative
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The second cohort of the India-Nepal Startup Partnership Network (IN-SPAN) began with 25 Nepali startups participating in an eight-week training program at IIT Madras. This initiative aims to enhance cross-border innovation and foster entrepreneurial partnerships between India and Nepal.
- 0125 Nepali startups are participating in the second cohort of IN-SPAN, selected from 380 applications.
- 02The program includes workshops, skill development in Artificial Intelligence, and internships at Indian startups.
- 03The first cohort resulted in 9 Nepali startups receiving incubation and investment offers from IIT Madras.
- 04IN-SPAN aims to strengthen investment linkages and collaboration between the Indian and Nepali startup ecosystems.
- 05The program's success prompted an earlier launch of the second cohort, showcasing its popularity and impact.
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The second cohort of the India-Nepal Startup Partnership Network (IN-SPAN) program commenced on Monday, featuring 25 Nepali startups selected from 380 applications. This fully-funded initiative, held at the IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation in Chennai, focuses on enhancing innovation and collaboration between the Indian and Nepali startup ecosystems. Participants will engage in an eight-week training program that includes workshops led by IIT Madras faculty, skill development in areas such as Artificial Intelligence and solar photovoltaics, and internships at Indian startups. The first cohort, which took place from December 2025 to January 2026, yielded significant results, with 9 Nepali startups receiving incubation and investment offers. Ambassador Naveen Srivastava highlighted the importance of this program in fostering cross-border investment linkages and entrepreneurial partnerships. The IN-SPAN initiative aims to catalyze innovation and support high-growth industries, including fintech, biotechnology, and clean technology.
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The IN-SPAN initiative provides Nepali startups with essential training and networking opportunities, enhancing their potential for growth and innovation.
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