In a landmark effort to fuel Goa’s growing innovation economy, the Startup and IT Promotion Cell (SITPC) under the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITEC), Government of Goa, is set to host the Goa Market Access Expo 2025 on June 20, 2025, at the Grand Ballroom, Grand Hyatt, Bambolim, starting 3:30 PM onwards.
Organised as a key feature of the Goa Open Innovation Challenge 2025, the Expo will bring together over 100 of India’s most promising startups with pioneering tech solutions across critical sectors such as Tourism, Waste Management, Agriculture, Public Services, NABARD, ITE&C, and Industry.
The event will be inaugurated by Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, and will be attended by Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology, Electronics and Communications Shri Rohan A. Khaunte, and Hon’ble MLA and Chairman of InfoTech Corporation of Goa Ltd. Dr. Chandrakant Shetye.
A Game-Changer for Startup Growth & Government Collaboration
Designed to bridge the gap between innovators, industry, and public sector stakeholders, the Expo is set to become a pivotal platform for startups to pilot real-world solutions within Goa. Participating ventures—shortlisted through a rigorous selection process—will showcase technologies that address pressing civic and sectoral challenges, aligning with the state’s vision for sustainable, tech-enabled development.
Key highlights of the event include:
- One-on-One Startup Meetings: Targeted B2G and B2B sessions designed to foster focused interactions between startups and key government departments, industry leaders, and investment enablers.
- Live Demos & Solution Showcases: Exhibits of breakthrough technologies with immediate potential for piloting within Goa.
- Investor and Incubator Connect: Open access for angel investors, VCs, accelerators, and ecosystem builders to discover high-potential ventures.
Catalyzing Goa’s Position as a Startup Gateway
The Goa Market Access Expo 2025 is not just an exhibition—it is a platform for action. By facilitating tangible market access, pilot project launches, and deeper government-industry ties, the initiative seeks to accelerate startup growth and embed innovation into the state’s development agenda.
“Through this initiative, we aim to position Goa as a preferred sandbox for innovation, where startups can test, scale, and deliver solutions that matter,” said a spokesperson from SITPC. “The goal is to ensure startups don’t just pitch ideas—but land real opportunities.”
With its focus on real-world applications, sector-specific engagement, and high-level participation, the Goa Market Access Expo 2025 represents a transformative step toward making Goa a future-forward, innovation-first state—where cutting-edge ideas meet opportunity, and potential meets policy.
