The fourth edition of the renowned startup summit 21BY72, organized by IVY Growth Associates, is set to take place in Surat on June 14 and 15, 2025, attracting a diverse crowd of founders, investors, policymakers, and content creators.

This year's summit is expected to draw over 20,000 attendees, building on the success of previous editions that attracted more than 24,000 participants.

CIFDAQ serves as the presenting sponsor, with passes available on the official website; sessions will run daily from 10 a.m. to nearly 8 p.m.

The event will feature over 500 investors, including representatives from early-stage funds, angel networks, and family offices, creating a vibrant networking environment.

Attendees can look forward to four dedicated halls: Hall 1 for exhibitions, Hall 2 for keynote discussions, Hall 3 for startup pitches, and Hall 4 for workshops.

Panels and workshops will include insights from creators and educators such as Dhairya Gangwani and Unnati Bagga, alongside brand ambassadors from various entrepreneurial networks.

Prominent speakers at the summit will include Ganeshprasad Sridharan, COO of Think School, Dr. Vijay Kedia from Kedia Securities, Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal, and actress Neha Dhupia.

Political figures, including Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Culture and Tourism, and Gujarat’s Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi, are also scheduled to speak at the event.

Investment partners participating in the pitching environment will include Eximius Ventures, SucSEED Ventures, and Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund.

This year, the summit will showcase 85 startup exhibitors and more than 20 live startup pitches, providing a platform for emerging entrepreneurs.