Lucknow: The 2nd edition of the Sankalp Bharat Summit 2025, India’s flagship platform spotlighting homegrown innovators and impact-led entrepreneurship from Tier-2, Tier-3 and rural regions, is set to unfold in Lucknow on December 11–12, 2025. Hosted by the Aavishkaar Foundation in partnership with Intellecap, the landmark summit will culminate with its main day on December 12 at Clarks Avadh, bringing together some of the most influential voices driving India’s inclusive growth story.
Held under the theme “Building India’s Enterprise Engine”, the summit aims to shift the national discourse from high valuations to impact, sustainability, inclusion, and innovation rooted in India’s heartland. The spotlight this year is on the “Bharat Alpha”—a rising wave of resilient, future-ready enterprises that draw from the country’s grassroots realities while building globally scalable models.
“Sankalp Bharat is about reimagining India’s growth story, channeling capital, ideas, and networks into overlooked heartlands to build a truly Viksit Bharat driven by homegrown innovation,” said Vineet Rai, Founder of the Aavishkaar Group.
A Convergence of Changemakers
The summit is expected to attract over 600 participants, including:
- Early-stage and growth entrepreneurs from non-metro India
- Impact investors, VCs, and blended finance experts
- Corporate leaders, multilateral financial institutions, and government representatives
- Policymakers, ecosystem builders, and global development partners
More than a conference, Sankalp Bharat is positioned as a catalyst for collaboration, unlocking opportunities in underserved regions and accelerating job creation and sustainable development.
What to Expect: A Dynamic Two-Day Program
The high-energy agenda draws inspiration from the success of the inaugural 2024 edition in Varanasi, which featured 35+ sessions, 80+ exhibitions, and multiple award tracks. The 2025 summit promises an even more immersive experience:
1. Thematic Tracks and Curated Sessions
Focused discussions and action-oriented dialogues across high-priority sectors:
- Climate-tech and adaptation
- Agri-tech and resilient value chains
- Circularity and sustainable manufacturing
- AI for impact and social inclusion
- Cultural and creative enterprises
- Frontier tech, blended finance, and women-led entrepreneurship
2. Entrepreneur Spotlights & Showcases
Innovator stories from Uttar Pradesh and across India, including standout ventures from the year-long Entrepreneurship Development Program spanning 22 districts.
3. Sankalp Bharat Awards 2025
A marquee awards segment honouring exceptional early-stage innovators across climate, agri-tech, circularity, AI-led solutions, cultural enterprises, and more.
4. Exhibitions, Workshops & Masterclasses
Interactive showcases of grassroots products and services, along with hands-on learning sessions for entrepreneurial skill-building.
5. LIVE Deal Rooms & Investment Matchmaking
Dedicated spaces for investor-entrepreneur matchmaking—often leading to immediate commitments, as seen in previous ASCEND-linked programs.
6. Unparalleled Networking Opportunities
Informal dialogues, global partnerships, and collaborative platforms designed to connect capital with high-potential ventures emerging from India’s heartland.
Shaping the Future of Bharat-Led Innovation
With its focus on inclusive growth and scalable solutions emerging from smaller cities and rural regions, Sankalp Bharat 2025 positions itself as a pivotal moment for India’s entrepreneurial landscape. From climate resilience to AI-driven impact, the summit champions enterprises that reflect the aspirations of a new, self-reliant Bharat.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur seeking support, an investor exploring high-impact pipelines, or an institution advocating inclusive development, the summit offers a gateway to the next phase of India’s innovation journey.
For registrations, speaker updates, and the full agenda, visit sankalpforum.com or follow updates from Aavishkaar Foundation and Intellecap.
Be part of the movement shaping India’s Enterprise Engine — Sankalp Bharat Summit 2025 awaits.
