Discovering, empowering, and scaling one million startups across South India - fostering innovation, driving inclusive growth, and building a vibrant startup ecosystem.
To discover, empower, and encourage one million startups across South India over the next decade—fostering innovation, driving inclusive growth, and building a vibrant, interconnected startup ecosystem rooted in regional strengths and global aspirations.
A Mission to connect ecosystems, entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and policymakers to catalyse South India's startup renaissance and create sustainable, scalable, and fundable innovation.
Our comprehensive approach to building South India's startup landscape.
Position South India as a global hub for sustainable, scalable, and fundable innovation that attracts global attention and investment.
Enable the emergence of 1 million startups by 2035 through active nurturing, visibility, mentorship, and comprehensive support at every stage.
Foster collaborations between government, academia, industry, investor communities, and civil society to create a unified entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Promote sectoral innovation in areas like agri-tech, climate tech, health tech, deep tech, and digital inclusion that leverage South India's unique strengths.
Drive entrepreneurial equity by including underrepresented founders from rural areas, women entrepreneurs, and youth innovators across the region.
South India Angel Network (SIAN) is one of the largest and most active angel networks in India, comprising successful entrepreneurs, CXOs, and industry leaders committed to nurturing the next generation of startups.
Through Startup Dakshina Bharata, SIAN extends its mission beyond investment to create a comprehensive ecosystem that supports founders from ideation to scale.
Bringing together diverse players to create a thriving startup environment.
Innovative entrepreneurs at every stage - from idea to growth - building solutions that matter.
Angels, VCs, Family Offices, and Government Funds providing capital and strategic support.
Experienced professionals sharing knowledge, networks, and guidance with emerging founders.
Universities, research centers, and educational institutions driving innovation and talent.
Government bodies and regulatory authorities shaping startup-friendly policies.
Advocates, consultants, and service providers supporting the ecosystem infrastructure.
Be part of South India's largest startup ecosystem initiative.