SIIC, IIT Kanpur signs MoU with YES Bank to fuel startup ecosystem

This collaboration aims to foster the growth of the startup ecosystem by offering vital support to the incubated startups of SIIC

The Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) of the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) and YES Bank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the startup ecosystem.

As part of the MoU, SIIC and YES Bank will work together to identify innovative startups and extend them the required financial support. With this collaboration, both entities aim to enhance the startup ecosystem in India by granting them access to a diverse range of resources through YES Bank’s curated startup-focused program - YES Head-Startup, a full-service banking proposition for tech or tech-enabled startups, complemented by a first-of-its-kind privilege program.

Prof Abhay Karandikar, Director IIT Kanpur said, “This program intends to facilitate the rapid growth of the startups, by empowering them with significant financial and infrastructural assistance. This is part of the many initiatives by IIT Kanpur to ensure the professional success of our students and to assist in the nation-building process.”

Prof. Ankush Sharma, Professor In-charge, SIIC, IIT Kanpur said, "By providing the necessary resources and support to the startups, we hope to create an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and innovation, helping to pave the way for a brighter future for the Indian startup community. Moreover, this collaborative effort holds the potential for significant societal impact by generating employment opportunities, fostering economic growth, and driving technological advancements that can positively influence various sectors of the Indian economy."

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