TiECON kicks off with entrepreneurial excellence, brings together leaders in Chandigarh

TiECON Chandigarh 2025 commenced at the Hyatt Regency, bringing together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, investors and innovators for North India’s largest startup and entrepreneurial event. With a theme of — “Thrive, Empower, Nurture” — the 10th edition of TiECON Chandigarh aimed to provide an enriching and transformative experience for aspiring and established business minds.

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In the inaugural session, Arvind Kumar, Director, Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), emphasised on the crucial role of technology hubs in fostering entrepreneurship. Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Punjab and Administrator, Chandigarh, graced the event with his presence.

A welcome address was given by Satish Kumar Arora, President, TiE Chandigarh, who shared the vision and mission of the conference in empowering businesses through knowledge-sharing and networking.

Following this, Kataria distributed the prestigious TiE Chandigarh and STPI annual awards. The award ceremony recognised outstanding contributions to the entrepreneurial ecosystem, celebrating trailblazers who have made significant strides in their respective industries.

In the keynote address, the Administrator reinforced the government’s support for start-ups and innovation-driven enterprises. Kataria was all praise for the emerging trend in start-up culture in Punjab and Chandigarh.

Ahead of International Women’s Day, the Administrator appreciated larger percentage of female in education sector. “In the most of the convocations that I have attended, I have witnessed more women at the receiving end of distinction and degrees in colleges and universities, which is self-explanatory for India’s empowered women. Furthermore, women are leading in the front of each sector and coming up with innovative start-ups. Also, in a country wherein former President APJ Abdul Kalam had contributed to science and lived by an example, citizens have gradually realised that we are self-sufficient. That we can make everything in India be it artillery, vaccines or drugs, because we are in no way lesser than the West in talent, technology and intent.”

The Governor’s welcome, followed by the National Anthem, added a patriotic touch to the evening. On the side-lines, there was an engaging Startup Shark Soiree, where emerging entrepreneurs got the opportunity to pitch their ideas to seasoned investors and mentors. The formal proceedings began with a welcome address by the emcee, followed by a keynote speech from renowned entrepreneur Prithipal Singh.