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Forging the Future: A Decade of Industrial Transformation | 10th Forge Foundation Day As Forge Innovation & Ventures marks a decade of driving industrial transformation, the 10th Foundation Day at FORT (Force of Rapid Transformation) is more than a celebration—it is a strategic milestone in shaping the future of India’s deep-tech industrial ecosystem. The event at FORT.Hosur symbolises the evolution of industrial innovation from fragmented efforts to a cohesive, full-stack, deep-tech innovation hub that bridges industry, startups, and academia. This convergence is critical as industries move towards AI-driven manufacturing, cyber-physical systems, and advanced materials, demanding a more integrated approach to research, prototyping, and commercialisation. Hosting this event at FORT underscores its role as the epicenter of India’s Open Innovation Value Network, where talent, technology, and ventures coalesce to accelerate industrial intelligence and deep-tech entrepreneurship. It sets the stage for the next decade of transformative innovation, positioning FORT as the launchpad for the next wave of market-ready industrial solutions. By bringing together leaders from industry, startups, and academia, this event catalyzes collaborations that will define the future of technology-driven industrial growth in India. Join us at FORT.Hosur as we celebrate a decade of impact and take bold strides toward the future of industrial deep-tech innovation. We invite industry leaders, entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovators to be part of this milestone event and collaborate in shaping the next era of India’s innovation economy. #IndustrialIntelligence #DeepTech #HardwareInnovation #StartupEcosystem #ForgeAt10 MeitY Startup Hub State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) TIDCO StartupTN Guidance Tamil Nadu Dharmesh Babu Sivarajah Ramanathan Innocent Divya Sivakumar Palanisamy Kumaraguru College of Technology Shankar Vanavarayar Shankar Venugopal Ramachandran S Vish Sahasranamam Dr. B.L.Lakshmi Meera Hosur Industries Association Arvind Adhi ELCIA - Electronics City Industries Association FaMeTN Thiru Srinivasan Department of Science & Technology, Government of India

Transforming Technical Educators into Innovation Leaders – Join the AICTE MoE’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship FDP at FORT.Hosur! ?? Are you ready to move beyond traditional teaching and become a catalyst for innovation in your institution? In a rapidly evolving world, technical education must go beyond classrooms and textbooks—it must equip students with the skills to innovate, prototype, and commercialize solutions for real-world challenges. But for that to happen, our educators must first be empowered. This is where AICTE MoE’s Innovation Cell, in collaboration with Forge Innovation & Ventures, steps in. We invite you to the Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Innovation & Entrepreneurship, happening from March 25–29, 2025, at FORT.Hosur. ?? What Makes This FDP Different? Unlike conventional faculty programs, this immersive five-day experience is designed to: ?? Equip Technical Educators with practical skills to mentor student innovators; ?? Bridge the gap between academia and industry through deep-tech startup and corporate engagements; ?? Provide hands-on experience in advanced prototyping tools to convert ideas into real solutions ?? Enable market-driven innovation through business model and market validation training ?? Create a network of forward-thinking educators shaping the future of India’s tech ecosystem ?? Why FORT.Hosur? Situated in Tamil Nadu’s thriving industrial hub, FORT.Hosur is more than just a training ground—it’s an active innovation ecosystem. Educators will have first-hand exposure to: ? Cutting-edge manufacturing & deep-tech startups ? Industry-driven R&D labs & prototyping facilities ? Real-world problem statements & industrial case studies ???? Who Should Apply? If you are a faculty member from engineering, polytechnic, or technical institutions, passionate about product development, applied research, and fostering student innovation, this program is for you! ?? Be part of this transformation! ?? Apply here: https://lnkd.in/ggBgAV4z ?? Deadline: March 15, 2025 | Limited Seats Available Join us in reshaping technical education and fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs, problem solvers, and industry leaders! #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #FacultyDevelopment #HigherEducation #DeepTech #Startups #FORT_Hosur #AICTE #MakeInIndia #ViksitBharat2047 #IndustrialInnovation MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, GOVERNMENT OF INDIA All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) MoE's Innovation Cell Sitharam T.G Abhay Jere Yogesh Brahmankar Dipan Sahu Selvarani Selvakumar Naan Mudhalvan - TN Skill Innocent Divya Sudha Ramen Sivarajah Ramanathan Shankar Vanavarayar Vish Sahasranamam Shankar Venugopal StartupTN Babson Executive Education Deepak N. Aman Kumar Dubey JOEL ANDREWS Dr. B.L.Lakshmi Meera Dr. Ezhilarasi Muthusamy

Building India's Innovation Future: Empowering Technical Educators at FORT.Hosur India’s ambition to become a global leader in advanced manufacturing, deep-tech startups, and industrial innovation hinges on one critical factor—a future-ready workforce equipped to solve real-world challenges. The foundation of this transformation lies in the ability of educators to go beyond traditional teaching and actively mentor students in innovation, technology commercialization, and entrepreneurship. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) MoE's Innovation Cell -sponsored Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Innovation & Entrepreneurship, hosted at FORT.Hosur by Forge Innovation & Ventures from March 25–29, 2025, is a high-impact initiative designed to equip technical educators with the skills, frameworks, and industry exposure required to shape the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurial leaders. Why This Program? This five-day intensive program is not just about theoretical learning—it is an immersive, hands-on experience that enables educators to: ?? Apply Design Thinking & Innovation Frameworks to real-world problem-solving ?? Leverage Advanced Prototyping Tools & Technologies to translate ideas into tangible solutions ?? Understand Market Validation & Business Model Development to drive technology commercialisation ?? Learn from Deep-Tech Startup & Industry Engagements to bridge academia with real-world applications ?? Earn AICTE MIC & Forge Certification, with follow-on mentorship for long-term impact Why FORT.Hosur? As Tamil Nadu’s leading industrial innovation hub, FORT.Hosur is uniquely positioned at the intersection of academia, industry, and startups. Located in a thriving manufacturing corridor, it provides direct exposure to real-world industrial challenges, cutting-edge technology labs, and deep-tech entrepreneurship. Participants will engage with? Phy'gital Tech startups and industry partners, ensuring they gain practical insights into the future of innovation and enterprise. The success of Viksit Bharat 2047, Make in India, and Startup India depends on institutions fostering a culture of innovation-led education. This FDP is a critical step in transforming educators into enablers of industrial progress and entrepreneurship. Admission is based on a rigorous selection process. If you are a faculty member from engineering, polytechnic, or any technical/research institutions passionate about product design and development, applied research, innovation & venture creation, we invite you to apply. ?? Submit your application here: https://lnkd.in/ggBgAV4z ?? Deadline: March 15th 2025 | Limited seats available – apply now! MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, GOVERNMENT OF INDIA State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) Naan Mudhalvan - TN Skill StartupTN Sitharam T.G Abhay Jere Vish Sahasranamam Yogesh Brahmankar Sivarajah Ramanathan Innocent Divya Dr Elangovan Kariappan Selvarani Selvakumar JOEL ANDREWS

?? Forge Innovation & Ventures x JANATICS INDIA PRIVATE LTD. Enabling an Innovation-Capable & Startup-Capable Workforce The future of manufacturing depends on Innovation-Capable and Entrepreneurial talent—individuals who can apply technology, solve real-world problems, and drive industrial transformation. Innovation Practicum for Industrial Workforce is a flagship program of Forge, designed to help manufacturing companies equip their workforce with the mindset, tools, and skills to become Technology-Capable. This program bridges the gap between technical expertise and entrepreneurial problem-solving, ensuring industries don’t just adopt technology but innovate with it. Join us for an exclusive orientation session to explore how we can shape the next-gen workforce for Industrial Automation & Smart Manufacturing. ?? Date: 27th February 2025 ? Time: 2:30 – 4:30 PM ?? Venue: FORT.Chennai, Sriperumbudur How IP-IW Powers Workforce Transformation? ? Bridging the Gap – Industry 4.0 insights, case studies & real-world application ? Hands-on Learning – Live tech demos on Pneumatics, Robotics, AI & IoT in manufacturing ? Infrastructure for Innovation – FORT’s cutting-edge technology ecosystem ? Building a Future-Ready Workforce – Strategies for industrial talent development Factories of the future do not just need more than skilled workers—they need problem solvers, innovators, and builders. IP-IW builds the skills and competencies technical professionals need to develop innovative solutions, improve industrial processes, and drive global competitiveness. Limited slots available! Secure your spot today – Register Here - https://lnkd.in/gwbHTPnC ?? Be part of this transformation. Join us at FORT. Chennai to experience how IP-IW is shaping the workforce of tomorrow! hashtag State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) TIDCO Guidance Tamil Nadu FaMeTN StartupTN Vish Sahasranamam Ramesh Rajamani Dr. B.L.Lakshmi Meera Hosur Industries Association Arvind Adhi Aravind Ramachandran Yadhunath S

FORT.Hosur Hosts Hon’ble Minister Thiru T.R.B. Raaja: At FORT.Hosur, we believe Manufacturing is the Future, for Manufacturing the Future—a future that demands innovation and entrepreneurship at the intersection of manufacturing and technology.? Forge Innovation & Ventures’s Manu’Futuring vision is the blueprint for this transformation, ensuring that deep-tech solutions drive the next era of industrialisation. We had the privilege of hosting Dr. TRB Rajaa, Hon’ble Minister for Industries, for SIPCOT’s BIZZ BUDDY meeting, a strategic initiative driving Tamil Nadu’s industrial growth. Aligned with Hon’ble CM, Thiru.MK Stalin's vision, this engagement brought together key govt and industry leaders, including Thiru V. Arun Roy, IAS, Dr. K. Senthil Raj, IAS, Tmt. D. Sneha, IAS, and Mr.Dinesh Kumar, IAS, to strengthen industry-government collaboration and accelerate industrial transformation. Accompanied by key government and industry leaders, the Minister’s visit reinforced Tamil Nadu’s commitment to high-value manufacturing, deep-tech entrepreneurship, and industrial transformation. Transforming Manufacturing for the Future: To unlock India’s full potential for economic growth and technological leadership, we must Innovate Manufacturing for Manufacturing Innovations—a bold strategy to solve critical industry challenges and build a sustainable, inclusive, resilient, and globally competitive industrial ecosystem. During his visit, the Hon’ble Minister witnessed firsthand how FORT.Hosur is catalysing a new wave of high-value manufacturing and deep-tech entrepreneurship by integrating: ? Technology in Hardware Manufacturing – Embedding cutting-edge solutions into industrial processes to enhance efficiency, precision, and scalability. ? Manufacturing of Hardware Technologies – Enabling the production of advanced machines, materials, components, and devices that power the future of manufacturing. Empowering Hardware Startups to Lead the Revolution: India’s hardware tech startups are at the forefront of this transformation, solving sector-specific challenges and advancing Hardware Technologies FROM, IN & FOR India. This was on display as the Minister engaged with ventures at FORT.Hosur’s Innovation Lab, driving breakthroughs in: ?? Semiconductor Technologies ?? Aerospace & Defense Innovations ?? AI-Driven Industrial Efficiency By bridging industry, academia, and government, FORT.Hosur is accelerating industrial transformation and enabling MSMEs and enterprises to harness deep-tech for manufacturing excellence.? The Tamil Nadu government’s focus on innovation-driven industrial growth is setting new benchmarks for economic development and technological leadership. As a platform for Manu’Futuring, FORT.Hosur is committed to shaping this future—empowering hardware startups, transforming industries, and driving Tamil Nadu’s emergence as a global hub for industrial innovation. State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT)

FORT Day - February Edition February 20th at FORT.Hosur marked a turning point for hardware tech startups, a high-impact intervention designed to activate, accelerate, and de-risk their ventures. With 18 startups and 35+ participants, the day was packed with insightful discussions, strategic connections, and practical frameworks to help startups move from ideas to market-ready solutions. ?? Startup Discovery & Diagnostics Camp Through expert-led masterclasses, startups explored structured innovation approaches using tools and frameworks developed by Forge Innovation & Ventures ?? The Product Innovation Hypothesis canvas helped founders refine their core assumptions through problem validation, customer discovery, value proposition testing, and Minimum Usable Prototype (MUP) conceptualisation. ??? The Forge Innovation Rubric served as a diagnostic tool to evaluate product innovations and assess the inherent risks, mitigated only through a process of validation. ?? Personalised Mentorship One-on-one mentor sessions provided founders with actionable guidance on refining their business models, sharpening pitch strategies, and identifying key market opportunities to fuel their next phase of growth. ?? Forge.Labs Exploration Participants got an exclusive look at our state-of-the-art innovation lab and prototyping facilities, learning how to leverage cutting-edge technologies for product development. ?? FalconX Demo Day Cogknit Semantics Pvt. Ltd., Raana Semiconductors Private Limited, Aindra Systems, and Deliverain Research & Solutions pitched to the FalconX Gateway leadership team, positioning themselves for potential US market access and funding opportunities. ??Innovation Voucher Program Orientation EDII & FaMeTN, with Forge Innovation & Ventures as knowledge partner, introduced the IVP, showcasing how MSMEs and startups can: ?? Access up to ?5 lakh in grants to fund process and product innovation. ?? Reduce risks and accelerate growth. It was inspiring to host such a driven group of entrepreneurs. With 16 startups submitting expressions of interest to explore our tools and technical resources, and 18 indicating interest in applying for the Innovation Voucher Program, #FORTDay has set the stage for breakthroughs in the startup ecosystem. Let’s continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and industrial transformation together. ?? Connect with us to unlock strategic advisory, cutting-edge tools, and IVP funding to drive innovation and growth. ?? Forge Innovation & Ventures | InnovateTN | State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) | Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation Institute | FaMeTN | Hosur Industries Association | Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India | Vish Sahasranamam | Dr. B.L.Lakshmi Meera | Aritro Ghosh | Dinesh Subburaj | Arun Suresh | Upasana Srinivasan | Karthik Das | Sai Suneela V S | Sathish S | Abhishek Chandran | Guna Dhamodhar Raju

FORT Days: Accelerating Industrial Transformation at Scale Navigating the complex landscape of industrial transformation in the Intelligence Age demands more than just a brilliant idea. It requires strategic product development, access to cutting-edge resources, and a supportive ecosystem to overcome funding gaps, validation hurdles, regulatory complexities, and so on. FORT Days, an exclusive initiative by Forge Innovation & Ventures, is designed to empower industrial companies, startups and scale-ups to transform breakthrough concepts into impactful, market-ready solutions. The February Edition of FORT Day, hosted at our industrial innovation center, FORT.Hosur, offers a unique blend of strategic guidance, hands-on resources, and unparalleled networking opportunities. In today's challenging economic climate, marked by rising costs and sustainability pressures, converting visionary concepts into practical, high-impact solutions that deliver lasting economic value is more critical than ever. FORT Days provides the platform to achieve precisely that. This February, FORT Days goes beyond startup activation. We're introducing two powerful new formats designed to accelerate your journey: Startup Discovery & Diagnostic Camp: DiDiCamp provides a sharp, focused assessment of your startup's current state. Through expert-led diagnostics, we'll pinpoint key strengths, identify areas for improvement, and chart a clear path forward. Startup Execution Excellence Camp: ExExCamp is a deep dive into execution excellence. This intensive program features masterclasses and AMAs on critical topics, followed by a Milestones & Metrics planning workshop. Participants will then benefit from personalized 1:1 office hours with experts to refine their strategies and plans. Selected startups and scale-ups will have the exclusive opportunity to pitch their ventures to FalconX, a venture capital firm empowering open-innovation through world-class startups and reshaping industries for the future. Key Benefits: ? Funding: Up to ?5 lakh through the Innovation Voucher Program & a chance to pitch to FalconX Gateway. ? Product Development: Receive actionable guidance on scaling tech ventures, covering critical topics such as product-market fit, growth strategy, navigating funding rounds. ? Innovation Lab: Explore cutting-edge fabrication, prototyping, and testing facilities at FORT.Hosur. We believe in fostering a vibrant ecosystem where innovation flourishes, and FORT Days is at the heart of that vision. Event Details ?? February 20, 2025? ?? 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM? ?? FORT.Hosur Register Today! State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) | MeitY Startup Hub | StartupTN | Startup India | IIT Madras Research Park (IITMRP) | Vish Sahasranamam | Dr. B.L.Lakshmi Meera | Aritro Ghosh | Dinesh Subburaj | Arun Suresh | Upasana Srinivasan

?? Accelerate Your Career in Emerging Technologies with the TAHDCO Innovation Fellowship! ?? Forge was thrilled to participate in the second edition of the TN Beat Expo 2025, held at the Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam, on January 25th & 26th, organised by Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing & Development Corporation (TAHDCO). The event featured cutting-edge hardware prototypes developed by student fellows of the TAHDCO Innovation Fellowship Program (TAHDCO-IFP)—a program that empowers young engineers to develop practical skills in emerging technologies through hands-on projects and industry exposure. We were privileged to host Dr. M. Mathiventhan, Honourable Minister for Adi Dravidar Welfare, Smt. Laxmi Priya IAS, Secretary, Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, Mr. Kandasamy, MD, TAHDCO, and other senior officials. Their visit highlighted the government’s commitment to preparing young graduates for industry challenges by equipping them with the skills needed to excel in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. ?? Now Open for Applications: TAHDCO Innovation Fellowship for Graduates! ?? This 18-week immersive program is designed for B.E/B.Tech graduates (2022, 2023, or 2024 pass-outs) looking to gain hands-on experience in emerging technologies such as hardware development, digital fabrication, and advanced prototyping. Hosted at FORT Sriperumbudur and Hosur, the fellowship offers: ? Skills in next-gen technologies like IoT, AI, robotics, and digital fabrication ? Real-world, hands-on experience working with cutting-edge tools and technologies ? Industry collaboration to solve complex challenges and develop innovative solutions ? Career acceleration through exposure to high-impact tech projects ?? Apply Now! Registration Link ? Last Date to Apply: February 28, 2025 We are grateful to TAHDCO for their vision in enabling this program, which bridges the gap between academic learning and the future of technology. This fellowship offers an exceptional opportunity to work on emerging tech solutions that will shape the industries of tomorrow. TAHDCO Naan Mudhalvan - TN Skill Innocent Divya Shankar Venugopal Shankar Vanavarayar Vish Sahasranamam Dr. B.L.Lakshmi Meera Dr. Mahesh Veezhinathan State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) MK Stalin Kumaraguru College of Technology Confederation of Indian Industry FaMeTN Anna University Chennai Ratheesh Krishnan / Rats #ForgeAcademy #TAHDCOIFP #EmergingTech #DigitalFabrication #HardwareInnovation #IndustryReady #EngineeringCareers #TamilNadu

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An orientation camp for IVP: Accelerate Your Journey in Product & Process Innovation Join us at FORT Day (February Edition) on 20th February 2025 in Hosur—an exclusive orientation session where EDII & FaMeTN, with Forge Innovation & Ventures as the knowledge partner, will introduce the Innovation Voucher Program (IVP). This grant scheme offers up to ?5 Lakhs to help MSMEs and startups fast-track Process and Product Innovation—two critical levers for industrial transformation and sustained growth. Through Process Innovation and Product Innovation, industrial companies can unleash the power of technology to unlock enormous business value, to deliver excellence and to drive disruptive growth and transformation. Why Attend? ? Learn how the IVP Grant can bridge financial gaps, reduce risk, and make near-term innovation goals more achievable—without lengthy innovation cycles. ? Implement high-impact changes in production workflows and systems to drive efficiency gains, reduce costs, and boost operational excellence—quickly and effectively. ? Refine existing offerings or develop new market-ready products with structured guidance and support. Shorten your commercialization cycle and gain a competitive edge. ? Leverage Forge’s industrial product development infrastructure and commercialization expertise to move from prototype to pilot deployment, all with an eye on time-to-value. ? Receive up to ?5 Lakhs in grants to de-risk innovation, expedite technology adoption, and create tangible business impact through process innovation and product innovation. Experience state-of-the-art Pilot Production Facilities that bridge the gap between prototype and industrialisation and commercialisation. These plug-and-play setups enable you to develop your MVP and optimize unit economics before committing to mass production. Furthermore, Forge’s Product Acceleration Services provide a structured approach to build, refine, industrialize and commercialize your innovation. Our Startup Product Management (SPM) framework ensures you 'Define the Right PRODUCT, Build the Right PRODUCT, and Build the Product RIGHT'. We further support startups & MSMEs with techno-managerial expertise & resource augmentation, unlocking critical market access and accelerated technology adoption. ?? 20th February 2025 ?? 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM ?? FORT.Hosur Take the leap toward swift, tangible improvements in your operations and product offerings—fuelled by IVP Grants and powered by Forge’s end-to-end innovation support. Forge Innovation & Ventures | State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) | Guidance Tamil Nadu | Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation Institute | StartupTN | FaMeTN | Tamilnadu Industrial Development Corporation Limited | Vish Sahasranamam | Dr. B.L.Lakshmi Meera | Aritro Ghosh | Dinesh Subburaj | Arun Suresh | Upasana Srinivasan | Ambalavanan Ramaswamy | Thiru Srinivasan