Agra summit connects startup investment, D2C brands and business growth

AGRA: Founders, investors and emerging brands gathered at The Grand Imperial on 24 October 2026 for Global Startup Summit Agra, alongside MSME Business Summit, Sansad MSME and Investor Summit, and the International D2C Conclave.

The gathering combined discussions on investment readiness, customer retention and technology with exhibitions and networking. Mohit Sureka, Founder and CEO of Global Startups Club and Mojo Capital, led the organising effort.

Hardik Chadda of Hankernest Technologies joined Neha Goel and CA Raghav Bansal for an investor discussion moderated by Jignesh Shah of Insignyx Technologies. Their session examined the evidence behind a startup's investment case. Chadda's subsequent account described conversations continuing after the panel, reflecting the value of exchanges beyond the stage.

The Sansad MSME programme featured Union Minister of State Prof. S. P. Singh Baghel, with his address and partner felicitations included in the published agenda. The wider Agra entrepreneurship initiative was conducted under his guidance.

ShopDeck's exhibition presence introduced businesses to integrated support for D2C websites, marketing and shipping. The brand programme also featured justyou.diamonds, whose personalised jewellery approach combines digital design, AI and CAD customisation with consultations.

On-site partner branding included Mojo Capital, 100X Brands, 3X Events, Gamezon, House & Habit, Shaadi Vibez and Healthy Soya. Tracxn, Hello Mumbai News and Startup Unplugged also appeared among the partners.

From discussions about repeat purchases to practical AI, the Agra edition connected entrepreneurial ambition with the operating decisions required to build a business. Exhibition conversations complemented the formal programme, bringing consumer brands, service providers and the wider enterprise community together.