The technology startup ecosystem in India is experiencing dynamic growth, with an increasing number of women founders leading the charge. Despite ongoing challenges in representation and funding, the landscape is evolving, and opportunities are expanding. The Nasscom Tech.WE Program is at the forefront of this enabling this transformation, supporting early-stage tech startups founded by women and driving progress.
The Nasscom Changemakers Confluence 2025 aims to accelerate women founders in technology by bringing together tech women founders, industry leaders, investors, and corporates. The confluence will feature insightful keynotes, engaging panel discussions, innovative product launch and unparalleled networking opportunities.
Join us in making a difference and accelerating the future of women in technology.
| Time | Session | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Market Entry Mastery: Creating Your GTM Roadmap | Speaker: Vinay Mehta, CEO - iHub Anubhuti, IIIT Delhi Foundation |
| 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Growth Architecture: Systems, Teams, and Scale | Speaker: Rakesh Sidana, Founder & Investor, Sidana Ventures |
| Time | Session | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 10:15 am - 10:25 am | Opening and context setting - Nasscom | |
| 10:25 am - 10:40 am | Opening Keynote Address: Dr. Ekta Kapoor, Head of Scientific Divisions (HOD), Frontier and Futuristic Technologies (FFT) Division, Department of Science & Technology | |
| 10:45 am - 11:15 am | Panel discussion - Building the Future: A Conversation with Leaders Shaping the Tech Ecosystem |
Neha Malhotra, Founder & Managing Partner, MeritX Ventures
Ramya Yellapragada, Founder & CEO, Marbles Health Sarala R, Group Product Manager, Tally Moderator: Vinay Mehta, CEO, IIIT Delhi Foundation |
| 11:20 am - 11:45 am | Fire-side chat - Demystifying Investment: Unlocking Capital for Women-Led Startups |
Dr Anasuya Roy, Founder, Nanosafe Ritu Mehrotra, Founder & CEO, United We Care Moderator: Shreya, Deputy Director, nasscom |
| 11:50 am - 12:20 pm | Startup Product Launch | Pre-selected startups will be launching their product |
| 12:25 pm - 12:50 pm | Panel Discussion - Growth Through Partnerships: A Strategic Roadmap |
Rohan Chhatwal, Vice President - Innovation & Reserch Centre,
Maruti Suzuki Dr. Vishal Gandhi, Founder & CEO, BiorX Ventures Aditi Balbir, Co-founder & CEO, EcoRatings Moderator: Arunodaya Bajpai, COO at IIM-L Enterprise Incubation Center |
| 12:55 pm - 1:10 pm | Startups product launch | Pre-selected startups will be launching their product |
| 1:15 pm - 2:00 pm | Lunch | |
| 2:15 pm - 4:00 pm | Networking | |
The Changemakers' Confluence 2025 concluded on an inspiring note, bringing together 100+ delegates, 9 VC firms, 14 corporates, and 12 impactful speakers. Nasscom hosted this one-of-a-kind confluence dedicated to accelerating women founders in technology.
Throughout the event, attendees had access to valuable insights, masterclasses, curated enterprise and investor connects. Thank you to our sponsors Tally Solutions, Schneider Electric, Hatron and iHub Anubhati IITD Foundation for their support in making this event a success.
With dynamic conversations and powerful networking, Changemakers' Confluence 2025 carried forward the momentum for women founders to scale their startups, access valuable capital, and push boundaries in the tech space!