Gurgaon: MDI Gurgaon successfully hosted the latest edition of its premier startup pitch platform, MDI Megaminds, on 15th June 2025.
The event, held at the institute’s Lakshya Building, featured live startup pitches, a high-energy Fireside Chat, and insights from industry stalwarts, further strengthening MDI’s leadership in India’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.
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With over five years of empowering more than 150 startups, MDI Megaminds has become a critical hub for early-stage ventures, investors, and innovators. The 2025 edition brought together disruptive ideas, next-gen founders, and expert mentors across sectors.
Featured Startups in MDI Megaminds 2025:
- Interactive Recruitments – An AI-powered edtech marketplace connecting students in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities with global education and job opportunities.
- iRasus – Advanced battery analytics for the e-mobility space.
- TIRTH.com – India’s pioneering AI-based spiritual travel tech platform.
- VIKARA Studios – Creators of culturally rooted, impact-driven mobile games inspired by Indian legends.
The session also introduced a new format — a Fireside Chat titled “Problem First or Product First?”, featuring insights from top industry leaders:
- Sreejit Pillai, CBO, UTI Alternatives
- Chitranshu Mahant, Co-founder, Primebook
- Sameer Mathur, MD & CEO, Roinet Solutions
The event’s jury panel featured renowned names such as Raj Chetan, Sanya Duggal, Arun Mehta, Mayank Bansal, and Dr Ashish Singla, providing constructive feedback and valuable mentorship to participating startups.
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Prof Leena Ajit Kaushal, Chairperson, MDI Accelcube (MAC), remarked, “At MDI Megaminds, we believe in the power of bold ideas. This platform fosters connections between innovators, investors, and future leaders.”
Prof Ruchi Agarwal, Faculty In-Charge, MDI Accelcube, added, “We are proud to introduce Fireside Chats and are moving towards establishing a dedicated acceleration and incubation centre to further nurture entrepreneurship.”
About MDI Gurgaon
MDI Gurgaon is one of India’s leading business schools, known for championing innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
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