In a grand confluence of creativity and innovation, the Indian Institute of Creative Skills, affiliated with NSDC Academy and operated by the Media & Entertainment Skills Council (MESC) under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), marked its presence as an academic partner at Startup Mahakumbh 2025.

Held at Bharat Mandapam from April 3 to 5, the event themed "Startup India @ 2047—Unfolding the Bharat Story" brought together over 3,000 startups, 1,000+ investors and incubators, and delegates from more than 50 countries. The summit celebrated visionary ideas, entrepreneurship, and the future of India's innovation economy.