Agartala: Tripura’s information technology department hosted the Northeast Growth Lab Roadshow in Agartala to strengthen the state’s startup ecosystem through innovation, mentorship and investment access.The roadshow featured a Value Proposition Workshop, aimed at helping founders sharpen their offerings and build scalable businesses. IT Secretary Kiran Gitte said the initiative is part of the state’s push to create an innovation-led entrepreneurial culture and generate new opportunities for startups across Tripura.Entrepreneurs, startup founders, govt officials and industry experts took part in hands-on sessions focused on practical business development. Participants also gained exposure to national mentorship networks and investment platforms.Reiterating the govt’s commitment to a startup-friendly environment, Gitte said Tripura is working to position itself as a major entrepreneurship and innovation hub in the Northeast. He highlighted mentorship, technology enablement and access to business networks as key drivers of jobs and inclusive growth.During the programme, founders filled out business worksheets and presented their ideas to experts for feedback, helping them refine business plans, market positioning and customer engagement strategies.Gitte said the Northeast Growth Lab initiative will expand avenues for mentorship, collaboration, capacity building and investment by connecting Tripura’s startups with industry leaders and investors, in line with the state’s broader goals of digital innovation and youth entrepreneurship.The roadshow featured a Value Proposition Workshop, aimed at helping founders sharpen their offerings and build scalable businesses. IT Secretary Kiran Gitte said the initiative is part of the state’s push to create an innovation-led entrepreneurial culture and generate new opportunities for startups across Tripura.Entrepreneurs, startup founders, government officials, and industry experts took part in hands-on sessions focused on practical business development. Participants also gained exposure to national mentorship networks and investment platforms.Reiterating the government’s commitment to a startup-friendly environment, Gitte said Tripura is working to position itself as a major entrepreneurship and innovation hub in the Northeast. He highlighted mentorship, technology enablement, and access to business networks as key drivers of jobs and inclusive growth.During the programme, founders filled out business worksheets and presented their ideas to experts for feedback, helping them refine business plans, market positioning, and customer engagement strategies.Gitte said the Northeast Growth Lab initiative will expand avenues for mentorship, collaboration, capacity building, and investment by connecting Tripura’s startups with industry leaders and investors, in line with the state’s broader goals of digital innovation and youth entrepreneurship.
