Wadhwani Foundation, GESIA Launch Business Growth Dialogue in Mehsana

Wadhwani Foundation and GESIA IT Association bring Business Growth Dialogue to Mehsana to power MSME and Startup competitiveness in North Gujarat

Zero-cost, zero-equity entrepreneurship programs fueling a Viksit and Vibrant Gujarat — from students to startups to SMBs

Mehsana, September 5, 2025 – Building on the success of the Gujarat Innovation Dialogue Series held earlier this month in Vadodara and Ahmedabad, Wadhwani Foundation and GESIA IT Association are bringing the conversation to North Gujarat with the Business Growth Dialogue in Mehsana. Scheduled at the Namo Centre, iHub, Mehsana on September 5, the roundtable will bring together MSME leaders, startup founders, government officials, and ecosystem enablers to unlock pathways for growth, innovation, and competitiveness in the region.

The dialogue will shine a spotlight on the opportunities for North Gujarat’s entrepreneurs and MSMEs, exploring pathways for expansion and innovation, and enabling them to leverage government schemes, finance, and market access. This initiative underscores the Foundation’s commitment to building deep regional partnerships and fostering inclusive entrepreneurship across Gujarat.

Wadhwani Foundation has recently expanded its Ignite, Liftoff, and Accelerate programs in Gujarat, offering zero-cost, zero-equity support to students, early-stage ventures, and growth-ready MSMEs. These initiatives provide structured venture-building, mentorship, and access to networks, helping entrepreneurs translate ideas into enterprises and scale-ready businesses into competitive market leaders. By embedding its programs with local partners such as GESIA, TiE, GCCI, AMA, and iNDEXTb, the Foundation is working to build a connected, inclusive ecosystem where innovators can access mentorship, policy support, and digital tools.

Shri M. Nagarajan, IAS, Vice-Chairman & Managing Director of GSRTC and former District Collector of Mehsana, added:

“As someone who was fortunate to closely work with North Gujarat’s development dynamics—from smart urban centers to rural startups—I see this Dialogue as a vital bridge connecting entrepreneurial energy with practical support. It will catalyze innovation and inclusion, central to ensuring a Viksit and Vibrant Gujarat for all.

 Vishal Chaddha, EVP – Entrepreneurship, Wadhwani Foundation, said:

“Post the successful dialogues in Vadodara and Ahmedabad, we are committed to building deep relationships and supporting the Gujarat ecosystem with initiatives that help MSMEs and startups thrive. North Gujarat is brimming with entrepreneurial energy, and Mehsana provides the perfect platform to co-create solutions that drive scale, competitiveness, and job creation.”

 Pranav Pandya, Co-founder & Chairman, DevIT, Hon. Director, GESIA IT Association & added:

“Gujarat’s MSMEs and startups are poised to become growth engines not just for the state, but for India. By partnering with Wadhwani Foundation, GESIA aims to bring market access, mentorship, and digital-first pathways to the entrepreneurs of this region.”

The Business Growth Dialogue in Mehsana marks the next step in a continuing series of ecosystem engagements across Gujarat. By connecting government, industry, academia, and entrepreneurs on a common platform, the initiative reinforces the state’s potential to lead India’s innovation and job creation story.