Srinagar, July 8,2026- The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) has announced ASCEND J&K 2026 – Startup Ecosystem Summit, the biggest startup summit ever organized in the Union Territory. The two-day event aims to strengthen the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by bringing together leading stakeholders from across India.
The summit will serve as a premier platform for aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, innovators, investors, and industry leaders to connect, collaborate, and explore new opportunities for business growth and innovation.
According to JKEDI, the event will feature participation from top Angel Investors, Venture Capital (VC) Funds, startup mentors, incubators, accelerators, and leading startup ecosystem enablers from across the country. Participants will have the opportunity to network with experts, pitch innovative ideas, gain insights into funding opportunities, and learn from successful entrepreneurs and industry veterans.
The summit is expected to provide a significant boost to Jammu and Kashmir’s growing startup ecosystem by encouraging innovation, fostering entrepreneurship, and facilitating access to investment, mentorship, and strategic partnerships.
JKEDI has invited entrepreneurs, students, innovators, startups, and aspiring business founders to participate in the event. Interested participants can scan the QR code provided on the official event poster to complete their registration and secure their place at the summit.
ASCEND J&K 2026 is expected to become a landmark event in promoting innovation-driven entrepreneurship and positioning Jammu and Kashmir as an emerging startup destination in India.
