<p align="justify">To encourage startups in Karnataka, the state government has launched 'ELEVATE 100' to take 100 innovative startups to the next level of success.</p>.<p align="justify">The initiative was launched on Tuesday by Information Technology Minister Priyank Kharge with the unveiling of its official website and logo. </p>.<p align="justify">The programme will provide 100 startups, registered in Karnataka, access to mentors, networking opportunities, incubation facilities and funds of Rs 400 crore.</p>.<p align="justify">The initiative by the Startup Cell of Karnataka Biotechnology and Information Technology Services (KBITS) has already received applications from 1,700 startups in the state. <br /><br />The pitch sessions to select the final 100 startups will be held in Mangaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi and Kalaburagi.<br /><br />The startups will be selected based on their social impact, team strength, business model, innovation and other criteria. The jury will consist of industry representatives from Nasscom, India Electronics & Semiconductor Association (IESA) and others.</p>.<p align="justify"> For more details, visit www.elevate.bengaluruitbiz.com.<br /><br /></p>
<p align="justify">To encourage startups in Karnataka, the state government has launched 'ELEVATE 100' to take 100 innovative startups to the next level of success.</p>.<p align="justify">The initiative was launched on Tuesday by Information Technology Minister Priyank Kharge with the unveiling of its official website and logo. </p>.<p align="justify">The programme will provide 100 startups, registered in Karnataka, access to mentors, networking opportunities, incubation facilities and funds of Rs 400 crore.</p>.<p align="justify">The initiative by the Startup Cell of Karnataka Biotechnology and Information Technology Services (KBITS) has already received applications from 1,700 startups in the state. <br /><br />The pitch sessions to select the final 100 startups will be held in Mangaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi and Kalaburagi.<br /><br />The startups will be selected based on their social impact, team strength, business model, innovation and other criteria. The jury will consist of industry representatives from Nasscom, India Electronics & Semiconductor Association (IESA) and others.</p>.<p align="justify"> For more details, visit www.elevate.bengaluruitbiz.com.<br /><br /></p>
