
Himalayan Startup Trek is the flagship annual startup event hosted by IIT Mandi Catalyst, to bring together the stakeholders of the Indian Startup Ecosystem and connect them on a single platform. New venturing startups and seasoned mentors get to meet each other and pick each others' brains that help formulate new relationships and turn the ideas and innovations into products and services for the global market.



LP01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
Speaker Introduction: Ms. Lipsa Rani Panda
LP01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
Speaker Introduction:
Anil Singh
LP01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
LP01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
Hall A
Close door pitching for four thematic areas- Parallel
Theme 1: Human Computer Interaction
Theme 2: Build for Himalayas
Theme 3: Environment & Sustainability
Theme 4: Bio Innovation
Theme 1: HCI CNP Conference Room, Theme 2: BFH Hall B, Theme 3: E&S Hall C, Theme 4: BIO Guest House Conference Room
Speaker Introductions: Manish Singh
Hall A
Speaker Introductions: Manish Singh
Hall A
Speaker Introductions: Manish Singh
Hall A
Speaker Introductions: Manish Singh
Hall A
Speaker Introductions: Manish Singh
Hall A
Speaker Introductions: Manish Singh
Hall A
Village Square (In front of Auditorium)
(Close door pitching for five thematic areas- Parallel)
Theme 1: Human Computer Interaction
Theme 2: Build for Himalayas
Theme 3: Environment & Sustainability
Theme 4: Bio Innovation
Theme 5: Indian Knowledge System (IKS)
Theme 1: HCI CNP Conference Room, Theme 2: BFH Hall B, Theme 3: E&S Hall C, Theme 4: BIO Guest House Conference Room, Theme 5: IKS Catalyst Conference Room
1. Amol Chougule, Sarabhai Green Energy - How I walk/Trek for Ideas
2. Ambati Bhargav Ram, LoGoJeCh Technologies Pvt. Ltd. - Building Deep Tech: Patience, Observation and Discipline
3. Dr. Manishaa Soin, AICA Healthcare Private Ltd.- Pivoting and managing with Frugality
4. Sai Amrit Patnaik, Avyakt Ehsaas Private Limited.- Effectiveness of Meditation and mindfulness in startups
5. Dr. Aditya Thakur, Dentifrice Private Limited.- Founder Mindset in Regulated & Long-Cycle Markets.
Discussion led by Prof. Dipankar Deb, Faculty Incharge/Director - Incubation at IIT Mandi Catalyst
Hall A
Trek to Shri Markandey Rishi Temple
Speaker Introduction: Ms. Minni Kaur
LP01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
LP01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
Auditorium, North Campus
Speaker Introduction: Dr. Vipasha Sharma
Auditorium, North Campus
Mr. Vishal Vivek, Founder, Ukhi India Pvt. Ltd.
Dr. Himesh Sharma, Founder Skill Labs Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Prashant Kushwaha, Founder & CEO, Dice Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Ravindra Kumar, Founder & CEO, Tecnod8.ai Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Sombodhi Ghosh, Co-Founder, Hito Robotics
Auditorium, North Campus
MC for the Ceremony: Shri Ansul Agarwal
Auditorium, North Campus
Auditorium, North Campus
Speaker Introductions:Prof. Dipankar Deb
Auditorium, North Campus
Speaker Introductions:Prof. Dipankar Deb
Auditorium, North Campus
Speaker Introductions:Prof. Dipankar Deb
Auditorium, North Campus
Manish Singh
Auditorium, North Campus
Manish Singh
Auditorium, North Campus
Manish Singh
Auditorium, North Campus
Auditorium, North Campus
Village Square, North Campus
Auditorium, North Campus
At Catalyst Conference Room
At Catalyst Conference Room
LP 01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
LP 01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
LP 01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
LP 01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
LP 01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
LP 01, IIT Mandi Catalyst
Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) focuses on creating user-friendly technologies that enhance the interaction between humans and machines. The goal is to make technology more accessible, intuitive, and effective in various applications. HCI encompasses a broad range of technologies, from assistive devices to immersive experiences, and seeks to improve how people interact with computers and other digital systems.
Among the fastest growing states in India, Himachal had at a CAGR of 10.8% during the decade 2005-2015. With per capita GSDP 1.5 times the national per capita GDP, the state has tremendous potential for business activity in agriculture, horticulture, biotech, food processing, clean energy, thermal energy, tourism, pharma and healthcare. Government of Himachal Pradesh, through CM Startup Scheme launched in 2017, is also promoting already flourishing startup culture in the state.
We invite passionate entrepreneurs with their cutting edge ideas to make the best use of support being provided at IIT Mandi Catalyst