{"id":140675,"date":"2024-02-05T21:14:03","date_gmt":"2024-02-05T15:44:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/digpu.com\/?p=140675"},"modified":"2024-02-05T21:14:32","modified_gmt":"2024-02-05T15:44:32","slug":"icccs-voyage-to-indias-silicon-valley-charting-new-frontiers-with-india-mission-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digpu.com\/diplomatic-diary\/icccs-voyage-to-indias-silicon-valley-charting-new-frontiers-with-india-mission-2024","title":{"rendered":"ICCC\u2019s Voyage To India\u2019s Silicon Valley, Charting New Frontiers With India Mission 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Bengaluru<\/strong>: In a remarkable stride towards fostering international collaboration, the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC)<\/a> embarked on a significant leg of their India Mission 2024. The delegation, led by their enthusiastic and visionary President, Mr. Murarilal Thapliyal, set foot in Bengaluru on 2nd February, a city pulsating with innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. This visit wasn’t just a meeting of minds but a confluence of aspirations and dreams, shaped by the vibrant startup culture of Bengaluru.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bengaluru, often hailed as India’s Silicon Valley, has a narrative worth telling. With over 200,000 startups and a staggering $64 billion in venture capital, this city isn’t just leading India’s startup story; it’s redefining it. More than half of the country’s mega-deals in the startup sector have their roots here, a testament to Bengaluru’s indomitable spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The delegation’s journey began with a heartwarming reception at the World Trade Center. The Managing Director, Mr. Vineet Verma, with his welcoming demeanor, set the perfect tone for what was to unfold. As the delegation ventured into the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission, they were greeted by two pillars of the startup world \u2013 Mr. Sanjeev Gupta, CEO, and Mr. Siddhartha Anand, Vice President of Startup and Innovation. Their insights painted a picture of Karnataka’s, particularly Bengaluru’s, incredible growth in the startup arena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One revelation that stood out was Bengaluru’s newfound title as the \u201cGCC Capital” of the world. This recognition sparked an animated discussion, particularly with ICCC’s<\/a> Corporate Secretary and Vice President, Mr. Chirag Shah. His sharing of Canada’s thriving AI ecosystem and the ensuing dialogue on potential collaborations between Indian and Canadian incubators and startups was not just informative but inspiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The day reached its zenith with an interactive session hosted by the Jain International Trade Organization\u2019s Bangalore chapter. Here, a tapestry of opportunities in international trade between Canada and India was unraveled, focusing on areas ripe for collaboration and mutual growth. This session wasn’t just a discussion; it was a bridge being built, connecting two diverse yet complementary economies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n