India is seeking to expand BRICS’ economic and technological role by focusing on startups, critical technologies, resilient supply chains and greater Global South representation.
The Madhya Pradesh Startup Summit and Ecosystem Awards 2026 at Ravindra Bhavan marked a bold declaration of intent as the state announced plans to expand its startup base from the current 6,500 to 10,000 within the next one-and-a-half years.