SAP Labs India, Deloitte, and Arise Ventures have introduced the 2025 Startup Studio Cohort, an initiative designed to support and scale technology startups founded by women. Launched in advance of International Women’s Day, this program aims to promote inclusive innovation within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Retail, and Government & Public Services (G&PS) sectors.
This year’s cohort features startups such as AgriPilot.ai, MedySeva, Intelekt AI, Prodoc AI, Avysh, and QpiAI, all of which are focused on developing AI-driven solutions and strategies for digital transformation. The selected startups will benefit from mentorship, market entry support, and connections to investors and industry leaders, enabling them to scale their operations, improve business efficiency, and achieve significant impact.
The initiative leverages SAP Labs India’s expertise in enterprise technology, Deloitte’s industry knowledge, and Arise Ventures’ capabilities in startup acceleration. It aims to provide women-led startups with the necessary resources to commercialize their solutions, reduce costs, and facilitate digital transformation.
“With AI, it’s crucial to have diverse perspectives to ensure bias-free outcomes. At SAP Labs India, we believe diversity is a powerful multiplier of innovation,” said Sindhu Gangadharan, MD, SAP Labs India.
Deloitte emphasised how startups are driving business transformation. “With this initiative, we provide startups with industry knowledge and access to leaders, enabling sector-wide innovation,” said Romal Shetty, CEO, Deloitte South Asia.
Arise Ventures, which specializes in early-stage startups, seeks to connect startups with enterprises. Ankita Vashistha, founder and managing partner of Arise Ventures, highlighted the importance of equipping ambitious women founders with the tools and networks needed to lead and innovate within the ecosystem.
In addition to mentorship and funding opportunities, the startup cohort studio includes a structured evaluation framework to ensure that participating startups achieve tangible business results.
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