Strengthening India's Innovation & Energy Startup Ecosystem
05/08/2026
A New Partnership to Power the Next Wave of Innovation.
IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre (IIML EIC) is delighted to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (GSPC) to jointly launch "AVISHKAR"—a startup programme dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
This strategic collaboration aims to support, incubate, and scale innovation-driven startups by providing a comprehensive ecosystem that includes:
Structured incubation support
Expert mentorship from industry and domain leaders
Access to industry networks and strategic partnerships
Institutional funding support and growth opportunities
Focused at the intersection of technology, energy, and innovation, the AVISHKAR programme is designed to empower high-potential startups to transform groundbreaking ideas into scalable, market-ready solutions.
Together, IIML EIC and GSPC are committed to nurturing entrepreneurial talent, accelerating the commercialization of innovative technologies, and contributing to a stronger, more resilient startup ecosystem in India.
This partnership marks another significant step towards creating meaningful collaborations that enable startups to solve real-world challenges and drive sustainable economic growth.
Stay tuned for more updates as we unveil exciting opportunities under the AVISHKAR programme.
Join us as we build the future of Innovation, Energy, and Entrepreneurship—together.
