Context:
State Bank of India (SBI), through its Start-up Branch, hosted its first-ever Startup Pitch Fest called “Dream2Demo” to provide a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their business ideas directly to leading investors. The event was held to promote innovation and strengthen India’s startup ecosystem.
Key Highlights:
- Financial Products: SBI showcased customized offerings for startups, including equity-linked funding solutions.
- Collaborations: The bank highlighted its partnerships with Startup TN and IIT Madras Incubation Cell.
- Objective: Facilitate startup growth from grassroots to global stages, ensuring mentorship, funding, and exposure.
Related Initiatives:
- In August 2025, SBI established a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) at the State Bank Academy (SBA) in Gurugram to further support business development and financial inclusion.
About SBI:
- Founded: 1 July 1955
- Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Chairman: Challa Sreenivasulu Setty
