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.