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Startups & Students from MAGIC Incubator, get ready! 🚀 Unnati AI 2.0 here — a startup acceleration program by *FITT, IIT Delhi* and *Microsoft* 🗓️ 9th October 2026 🕤 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 📍 *Teams Meeting FITT, IIT Delhi x MAGIC Incubator* What to Expect: 💰 Grant Funding Opportunity for startups (up to ₹ 30 Lakhs) 🧑‍🏫 Opportunities to avail free expert AI Developer Training (by a Microsoft-Certified trainer) 🤝 Incubation Managers Training for incubation leaders 🔗 Register now: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/52V0… @startupindia @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation  @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @kdhavse @DrPatilShrikant @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @nrkabra @RohitDashrathi1 @maithileetambo1 @maitri_ifc @ashimamittal01 @mpkulkarni
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Do you have an innovative idea that can solve a real-world problem and create impact? Here’s your chance to turn it into reality! 💡 MAGIC invites ITI and college students from Jalna district to participate in the Idea Hackathon 2026. ✨ What you get: • Opportunity to present your innovative idea • Attractive prizes 🏆 • Incubation & expert mentorship • Support to turn your IDEA into IMPACT 🚀 💡 Focus Areas: Agriculture | Healthcare | Environment | Industry | Skill Development | Assistive Solutions 📅 Last date to apply: 20 September 2026 📲 Register now: tinyurl.com/MAGICIH2026 Big Ideas Start Here! Innovate. Collaborate. Create Impact. 🌱 #MAGIC #IdeaHackathon2026 #Jalna #Innovation #StudentInnovation #Hackathon @startupindia @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation  @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @kdhavse @DrPatilShrikant @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @nrkabra @RohitDashrathi1 @maithileetambo1 @maitri_ifc @ashimamittal01
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Toyota Officials Visit | MAGIC ITI Jalna Incubation Center We were pleased to welcome Ravi Sontakke, General Manager at Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited and Jagadeesha P. S., Project General Manager, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, at the MAGIC ITI Jalna Incubation Center. During the visit, MAGIC Director Ritesh Mishra briefed the Toyota officials on the centre’s key activities, initiatives, incubation programs, and efforts to nurture entrepreneurship and innovation among ITI students and aspiring entrepreneurs. The interaction provided an excellent opportunity to explore industry–academia collaboration, skill development, entrepreneurship, and vendor development opportunities for the region. #MAGIC #MAGICIncubation #MAGICITIJalna #Toyota #ToyotaKirloskarMotor #IndustryAcademia @startupindia @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation  @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @kdhavse @DrPatilShrikant @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @nrkabra @RohitDashrathi1 @maithileetambo1 @maitri_ifc @ashimamittal01 @Toyota_India
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AIC MAGIC Foundation is Selected for iCube Cohort 2 A National Level Recognition for Marathwada’s Startup Ecosystem AIC MAGIC Foundation has been selected among the top three emerging incubation institutions from across India for the second cohort of the Incubating Incubators (iCube) Initiative, led by NSRCEL, IIM Bangalore, in partnership with SBI Foundation under its Innovators for Bharat initiative. The official launch was held in New Delhi, where Ashish Garde, Director, AIC MAGIC Foundation and Makarand Kulkarni, CEO, MAGIC, attended the official launch program. The iCube initiative focuses on strengthening the institutional capabilities of incubators through expert guidance, strategic planning, programme design, mentoring, training, knowledge exchange, industry connections and access to national networks. #AICMAGICFoundation #iQube #NSRCEL #IIMBangalore #SBIFoundation #InnovatorsForBharat #StartupIndia #Incubation #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Marathwada #ChhatrapatiSambhajinagar #StartupEcosystem @nsrcel @SBI_FOUNDATION @startupindia @MSInSociety @CimGOI @DoC_GoI @makeinindia @DPIITGoI @PiyushGoyal @dcmsmeoffice @minmsme @sidbiofficial @NSICLTD @PrinSciAdvGoI @investindia @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @kdhavse @rajeshaggarwal @DrPatilShrikant @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @nrkabra @RohitDashrathi1 @maitri_ifc @maithileetambo1 @DMAurangabadMH @ashimamittal01
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MAGIC Team Interaction with Swapnil Jain, Co-Founder – Ather Energy During ISBACON 2025, the MAGIC team had an engaging interaction with Mr. @swapniljain89, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Ather Energy. The discussion included perspectives on Ather Energy’s upcoming project in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, along with broader conversations on innovation and ecosystem collaboration. The interaction offered valuable insights into Ather Energy’s startup journey, its focus on product-led and DeepTech innovation, and the challenges and opportunities involved in building and scaling a technology-driven enterprise in India. The role of strong incubation and innovation ecosystems in supporting founders at both early and growth stages was also highlighted. Through such engagements, MAGIC continues to strengthen its corporate innovation connect, taking focused interest and proactive efforts to build meaningful linkages between corporates, industry leaders, startups, and the regional innovation ecosystem. #StartupJourney #AtherEnergy #MAGICCommunity #Entrepreneurship #InnovationLeadership @atherenergy @subratamitra @TiceNews @YourStoryCo @Inc42 @StartupGrind @startupindia @DPIITGoI @investindia @rajivmemani @agnii_goi @India_iDEX @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @PrinSciAdvGoI @PrinSciAdvOff @AICTE_INDIA @MSDESkillIndia @GoI_MeitY @CimGOI @DoC_GoI @minmsme @MHI_GoI @IndiaDST @FinMinIndia
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MAGIC’s Long-Standing Association with ISBA MAGIC shares a strong and enduring association with the Indian STEPs and Business Incubators Association (ISBA), a relationship that has played a significant role in shaping its incubation journey. Since 2015, MAGIC has remained an active member of ISBA’s national network, consistently engaging and contributing in various initiatives of ISBA including conferences, bootcamps, and ecosystem initiatives. ISBACON 2025 marked an important milestone as ISBA completed 20 impactful years of advancing incubation excellence across India. Being part of this journey for last 10+ years, reinforces MAGIC’s belief in collaborative ecosystem building, shared learning, and collective action to strengthen India’s startup and innovation landscape. MAGIC continues to align with ISBA’s vision of creating resilient, inclusive, and future-ready incubation ecosystems that can support the next generation of entrepreneurs. #ISBA #MAGICNetwork #IncubationExcellence #StartupIndia #EcosystemBuilding @startupindia @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @agnii_goi @India_iDEX @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @PrinSciAdvGoI @PrinSciAdvOff @AICTE_INDIA @DPIITGoI @MSDESkillIndia @GoI_MeitY @DrdoTdf , @DRDO_India @stpiindia @dcmsmeoffice @NRDCIndia1953 @CIPAM_India @cgpdtm_india @TIFAC_India @IndiaDsir @CSIR_IND @isro
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MAGIC Team Participation at ISBACON 2025 The MAGIC – Marathwada Accelerator for Growth and Incubation Council team actively participated in ISBACON 2025, the 17th Annual Conference of the Indian STEPs and Business Incubators Association (ISBA), held at IIT Guwahati. ISBACON 2025 was attended by more than 300 delegates participants, including incubator leaders, investors, government representatives, policymakers, industry experts, and thought leaders from across the country, creating a powerful platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration. A total of 20 sessions were conducted over three days, comprising two fireside chats, five panel discussions, three masterclasses, a formal inaugural session, a keynote address, a valedictory ceremony, and a series of parallel thematic sessions, each designed to address critical aspects of incubation and startup development. The event featured 37 distinguished speakers, including members of the ISBA Advisory Board, who shared insights on emerging technologies, incubation excellence, funding mechanisms, social impact, and strategies for building resilient and future-ready institutions. The event was supported by leading national organisations that play a pivotal role in driving entrepreneurship and research in India. These include the Department of Science & Technology (DST), the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) through the MeitY Startup Hub, BIRAC, IDFC First Bank, HDFC Parivarthan, FundEnable, Arctic Invent, SanchiConnect, and other ecosystem partners. MAGIC’s participation reaffirmed its continued engagement with the national incubation network and its commitment to contributing to policy dialogues, ecosystem building, and the growth of startups from Tier 2 and Tier 3 regions. #ISBACON2025 #MAGICIncubation #StartupEcosystem #Incubation #Innovation @isba_org @IITGuwahati @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @BIRAC_2012 @IndiaDST @tdbgoi @ANRFIndia @NSDCINDIA @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @nrkabra @prasadmenon @rpallela @rramanan
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My Skill – My Business | Jafrabad An interactive session on “My Skill – My Business” was held on 16 December 2025 at Kanifnath Maharaj Industrial Training Institute, Jafrabad, aimed at motivating ITI trainees to transform their technical skills into sustainable business opportunities. Mr. Sanyam Kavade, Entrepreneur – Veera Electric, shared practical insights on identifying business ideas from everyday challenges and converting them into viable enterprises, drawing from his own entrepreneurial journey. The session also featured an address by Mr. Devidas Rathod, General Manager – MAGIC, who introduced participants to MAGIC’s incubation support, mentorship, startup facilities, and post-training handholding for aspiring entrepreneurs. The programme saw the presence of Mr. Krishna Shinde (MAGIC), Principal Mr. Sheikh, faculty members, instructors, and a large number of trainees. The initiative reinforced the message of becoming job creators rather than job seekers and encouraged skill-based entrepreneurship. #MySkillMyBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SkillToStartup #ITIJafrabad #MAGICIncubation #StartupIndia #SkillDevelopment @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @maitri_ifc @_DigitalIndia @ashimamittal01 @rajeshaggarwal
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MAGICx Interview Series | Special Session at MAGIC–ITI Jalna Incubation Center MAGIC successfully conducted the MAGIC Interview Series special guidance program today at the MAGIC–ITI Jalna Incubation Center, jointly organized by MAGIC and ITI Jalna. Successful entrepreneur Mr. Gaurav Chechani inspired the trainees with valuable insights from his entrepreneurial journey. He spoke about the evolution of his business ideas, the strategies that led to increased turnover, the challenges faced along the way, and the practical measures he adopted to overcome them. His guidance emphasized that self-motivation and consistency are key pillars of startup success. Mr. Sunil Raithatha, Director, MAGIC, shared innovative business ideas with the trainees and highlighted how nurturing creativity—whether in employment or entrepreneurship—plays a vital role in achieving financial growth. The session witnessed active participation from students, trainers, and staff of ITI Jalna. The program was facilitated by Mr. Devidas Rathod (General Manager, MAGIC), coordinated by Mr. Shyam Chavhan, and concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Shashikant Tiwari (Senior Incubation Manager). Contributions from Mr. Krishna Shinde and Ms. Rutuja Pawar further ensured the success of the event. #MAGICIncubation #MAGICx #StartupEcosystem #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Jalna #MASSIA #MAGICxInterviewSeries #Entrepreneurship #SuccessStories #Inspiration #Networking #EntrepreneurialSpirit #Startups #MAGICITI @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @PrasadKokil @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @rajeshaggarwal @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @maitri_ifc @CollectorJalna @nrkabra @yashrajpeety
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A Powerful I-Summit Under MAGIC Orbit 2025 The I-Summit concluded on a high note, with 14 startups pitching their ideas to 15 investors from diverse sectors, creating a robust platform for meaningful engagement and future investment opportunities. This was the third edition of MAGIC’s investor-focused initiative, further accelerating our mission to build a vibrant, investment-ready startup ecosystem in Marathwada. The Summit opened with insightful reflections from MAGIC Directors Prashant Deshpande and Mukund Bhogale, who shared their entrepreneurial journeys and offered valuable guidance for founders preparing to scale. The energy, curiosity, and collaboration in the room truly reflected the rising ambition of our region’s startup community. We extend our sincere appreciation to all participating investors, founders, and ecosystem partners for making this edition impactful and engaging. @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @RajeevManjrekar @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @_DigitalIndia @GoI_MeitY @100X_VC @ianetwork @MumbaiAngels @sidbiofficial @NABARDOnline @NSICLTD @stpiindia @PIBMumbai @MahaDGIPR @bharat_fund @rajeshaggarwal
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BATIC 2025 is now live, and the response from innovators across India has been inspiring! MAGIC invites more AgriTech Startups, researchers, and technology creators to join this national challenge and showcase breakthrough solutions for the agriculture and allied sectors. If you are working on innovations in: ✔ Precision agriculture ✔ Automation & mechanization ✔ Climate-smart farming ✔ Sustainable agri-inputs ✔ Digital agriculture & data-driven solutions — this is your platform to scale, validate, and accelerate your idea. 💰 Prize Pool: ₹6.75 Lakhs 🗓 Application Deadline: 25th December 2025 🎤 Grand Finale: 14 February 2026 🔗 Apply Now: forms.gle/cfLTbSmiD8z1X7Yh6 Let’s build the next wave of AgriTech innovation for India. Encourage innovators in your network to apply! #MAGIC #BATIC2025 #AgriTech #Innovation #DeepTech #StartupIndia #MSInS #SmartFarming #TechForImpact #AgriInnovation @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @minmsme @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @rajeshaggarwal @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @AgriGoI @icarindia @MOFPI_GOI @APEDADOC @UNIDO @ficci_india @NABARDOnline @NABVENTURES1 @sfacindia @AgriInfraFund @SecyAgriGoI @Agri_Exports @CiaManage @aIDEA_NAARM @AgHub_PJTSAU
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Seed Fund Support — Year in Review 2025 🚀 MAGIC is delighted to share the impact of this year’s seed funding initiatives, enabling early-stage startups to grow, innovate, and scale. In 2025, MAGIC facilitated seed funding across five dedicated schemes, supporting 23 startups through curated incubation and financial assistance. 📌 Total Seed Fund Disbursed: ₹1,39,00,000 📌 Additional Seed Fund in Pipeline: ₹1,80,00,000 These milestones reflect MAGIC’s continued commitment to empowering founders, strengthening the regional startup ecosystem, and enabling idea-stage ventures to scale with confidence. #YearInReview2025 #MAGICIncubation #SeedFunding #StartupSuccess #Innovation #Entrepreneurship @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @minmsme @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @isba_org @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @_DigitalIndia @RajeevManjrekar @sidbiofficial @NSICLTD @TheOfficialSBI @mahabank @CIPAM_India @tdbgoi @TIFAC4 @amrut_MoHUA @rajeshaggarwal
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Celebrating Startup Success Stories — Year in Review 2025! As we reflect on an impactful year, MAGIC proudly celebrates 5 outstanding startups that have successfully progressed through our incubation and support programs in 2025. Their journeys represent the innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit that define MAGIC’s growing ecosystem. From securing seed funding to achieving key milestones, these startups exemplify the transformative impact of structured support and mentorship. This year’s achievements reinforce MAGIC’s commitment to empowering founders and strengthening the regional innovation landscape. #YearInReview2025 #StartupSuccess #MAGICGraduates #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #MAGICIncubation @startupindia @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @dcmsme @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @ushazehr @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @minmsme @GoI_MeitY @MSDESkillIndia @CimGOI @DoC_GoI @AgriGoI @MHI_GoI @MOFPI_GOI @FinMinIndia @DefenceMinIndia @MoHFW_INDIA @IndiaDST @EduMinOfIndia
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My Skills My Business – माझं कौशल्य माझा व्यवसाय MAGIC, in association with Sant Ishwarsinh Maharaj Govt. ITI, Mantha, is organizing My Skills My Business, an initiative aimed at motivating ITI students to transform their technical skills into entrepreneurial ventures. In this interactive session, Shri Vivek Kabra, Co-Founder – Storytellerz, and Shri Devidas Rathod, General Manager – MAGIC, will guide participants on building an entrepreneurial mindset, identifying business opportunities based on their skills, and understanding the fundamentals of starting a micro-enterprise. 📍 Sant Ishwarsinh Maharaj Govt. ITI, Mantha, Dist. Jalna 🗓️ 05 December 2025 ⏰ 11:00 am – 12:00 noon Students are encouraged to join and explore how their skillset can become the foundation of a successful business journey. #MAGICIncubation #MySkillsMyBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SkillDevelopment #ITI #MSIS #Mantha #Jalna #Innovation #StartupEcosystem @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @maitri_ifc @_DigitalIndia @ashimamittal01 @rajeshaggarwal
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Makarand Kulkarni retweeted
Its more than 10 years now that @aaiauairport has got the status of Intnl. airport & no international flights & air cargo services available from this prominent industrial & agro hub of the country! @EODB_India_GoI needs to be addressed on top priority @PMOIndia @narendramodi
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We are delighted to welcome Shri Devidas Rathod as General Manager – Outreach at MAGIC. With over three decades of distinguished service across skill development, institutional leadership and community engagement, he is known as a strong team builder whose work has significantly shaped training ecosystems. His impactful efforts in encouraging girls from rural areas to take up technical skills and pursue careers in industry stand out as a notable contribution to inclusive growth. His leadership will further strengthen MAGIC’s mission of empowering innovators, startups and regional development initiatives. @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @maitri_ifc @_DigitalIndia @NICMeity
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Innovate Maharashtra – GENESIS Edition | 29 November 2025 @MAGICIncubation, @infed_iimn, IIM Nagpur and @aic_adtbaramati are jointly organising Innovate Maharashtra – GENESIS Edition at MIT College, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Under the guidance of MeitY’s GENESIS initiative, the event aims to empower innovators, students and aspiring entrepreneurs with insights into opportunities in IT, electronics manufacturing and emerging startup sectors. The session will feature leadership from MeitY and industry experts, offering direction on innovation, digital technologies, and startup growth pathways across Maharashtra. #InnovateMaharashtra #GENESIS #MeitY #StartupIndia #MAGICIncubation #InnovationEcosystem #DigitalMaharashtra #Entrepreneurship @AshwiniVaishnaw @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @meitystartuphub @NICMeity @PIB_MeitY @SecretaryMEITY @MIT_Updates
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Makarand Kulkarni retweeted
Hearty Congratulations for launching Rs.1Lakh Crore #RDI Fund ! The role of #SLFMs & #FRO's is extremely critical for the success of this mission. Requesting you to kindly integrate Govt recognised #Incubators (Non Govt Section 8 Companies) in it @ANRFIndia @IndiaDST @karandi65
#Mumbai Outreach: "The landmark ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation #RDI Fund, announced by PM @narendramodi on 3rd November this year, will act as a transformational catalyst for private-sector driven R&D, IP creation, and commercialization. It holds the promise to Drive Private-Sector Led Deep-Tech Innovation and Position India as a Global Leader. The provisions of long-term, low-interest loans and equity-based risk capital through RDI Fund will support private-sector R&D in sectors such as AI, semiconductors, clean energy, biotechnology, space, and other strategic areas. The first tranche of the RDI Fund is being allocated to Technology Development Board (TDB) and BIRAC as second-level fund managers. India Must Not Only Make in India but Invent in India and Lead Future Technologies".
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MAGIC–BEEJ Startup Orientation Session at MAGIC ITI Jalna Incubation Center MAGIC successfully conducted the BEEJ Startup Orientation Session on 25 November 2025 at the MAGIC–ITI Jalna Incubation Center, engaging 17 aspiring entrepreneurs from the region. The session featured insightful guidance from  Mr. Prasad Kokil, Director MAGIC and Mr. Makrand Kulkarni, CEO, MAGIC covering: 🔹 Overview of MAGIC’s incubation support 🔹 Interaction with participants on their startup ideas 🔹 Process of company registration & DPIIT benefits 🔹 Understanding revenue models & building a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Participants received practical direction on shaping their startup journey, validating ideas, and exploring opportunities within the innovation ecosystem. #MAGIC #StartupOrientation #BEEJ #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Jalna #ITI_Jalna #StartupEcosystem #MVP #DPIIT #Mentoring #Incubation #MAGICIncubation @startupindia @agnii_goi @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @India_iDEX @MSDESkillIndia @SkillsASDC @AIMtoInnovate @NITIAayog @AICTE_INDIA @PrinSciAdvOff @DPIITGoI @PrasadKokil @NSDCINDIA @MSSU_Official @MSSDSociety @midc_india @midc_CEO @MahaSdeed @GoM_SEEID @AshwiniBhide @kdhavse @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha @maitri_ifc @CollectorJalna @nrkabra @yashrajpeety
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MAGIC is pleased to invite students and faculty of Hi-Tech Institute of Technology, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, for an engaging session under our MAGIC HeadONN – Project to Product initiative. This workshop is designed to nurture the minds of engineering pre-graduates and support faculties by guiding them on how to transform academic or idea-level projects into commercially viable, socially impactful innovations. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11:00 am onwards 📍 Venue: Hi-Tech Institute of Technology, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar 🎙 Facilitator: Shri. @nrkabra, Director, MAGIC We look forward to inspiring the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs. #MAGICIncubation #HeadONN #StartupIndia #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #ProjectToProduct #EngineeringInnovation #SkillDevelopment #MAGIC #StudentInnovation #FutureEntrepreneurs @startupindia @meitystartuphub @mhrd_innovation @DPIITGoI @India_iDEX @MSInSociety @MSDESkillIndia @AIMtoInnovate @investindia @PrinSciAdvOff @NITIAayog @MSSU_Official @DbatuLive @DbatuUniversity @MahaDGIPR @InfoMarathwada @DMAurangabadMH @kokil_prasad @mukundbhogale @prashantd65 @rrm_0306 @AshishGarde @kankmilind @sunilraithatha
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