Bhubaneswar, June 1, 2026: TiE Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with Bookingjini, hosted a vibrant Startup Meetup at Hotel Crown on May 27, bringing together around 30 aspiring entrepreneurs, startup founders, mentors, and ecosystem enablers for an evening of networking, learning, and investment-focused discussions.
The event provided founders with a unique opportunity to directly interact with investors and gain valuable insights into the startup funding landscape. A major highlight of the evening was an engaging interaction with Himanshu Goel, Founder of Azpiro Systems, who spent time listening to entrepreneurs, understanding their ideas, and sharing perspectives on building scalable ventures.
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The gathering featured an insightful Fireside Chat moderated by Sibasish Mishra, former Joint Secretary of TiE Bhubaneswar. The session brought together investor viewpoints, entrepreneurial experiences, and discussions on the growth of Odisha’s startup ecosystem. Himanshu Goel shared his observations on startup investments, while Ayaskanta Mohanty, President of TiE Bhubaneswar, reflected on the organization’s journey and its efforts to foster entrepreneurship in the state.
The discussion also highlighted the rapid evolution of Odisha’s startup ecosystem and the increasing opportunities available to emerging entrepreneurs. Participants exchanged ideas on innovation, mentorship, funding access, and collaborative growth, creating a platform for meaningful engagement.
Prabhat Sahoo, Chair of the TiE Bhubaneswar Funding Committee, played a key role in steering the proceedings and ensuring productive interactions among founders, investors, and ecosystem stakeholders.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Abhitabya Pattanayak, Joint Secretary of TiE Bhubaneswar, who expressed appreciation to all participants, speakers, partners, and organizers for contributing to the success of the meetup.
Behind the seamless execution of the event was the dedicated effort of Partha Sarathi Ghosh, Executive Director of TiE Bhubaneswar, whose coordination and support helped bring together the startup community for an impactful evening.
More than just a networking event, the Startup Meetup served as a catalyst for future collaborations, funding discussions, and entrepreneurial growth. As founders left the venue, many carried with them renewed confidence, fresh connections, and a stronger belief in the possibilities that lie ahead for Odisha’s startup ecosystem.