India Shines at ICIA 2026: IFIA Bharat and AIC-SKU Earn International Recognition

Indian Innovators Achieve Global Success

India made a strong impact at the International Creativity and Innovation Awards (ICIA) 2026, where more than 180 innovations from 37 countries competed for international recognition. The success was driven by a collaborative effort between IFIA Bharat and the Atal Incubation Centre at Sri Krishnadevaraya University (AIC-SKU).

Representing IFIA Bharat, Dr. C. Chandramouli, CEO of AIC-SKU, participated as a speaker on India’s startup ecosystem and served as a Mentor Judge during the international evaluation process.

Outstanding Awards and Achievements

Indian participants secured an impressive collection of awards in the Inventor Wannabe category, including 1 Grand Award, 2 Titanium Awards, 1 Silver Award, and 3 Bronze Awards. A standout performer was Putluru Dhanvin Sai Reddy from Afflatus Global School, Anantapur, who won a Grand Award, a Titanium Award, and a Gift Award. In the startup category, BioDrops earned Gold Awards in both the Startup Innovation Week and Startup Exchange Program, while NavDrishti, Gobind, and Break-X also received Gold Awards.

Recognizing Innovation Leadership

Dr. Chandramouli was additionally recognized as a finalist for the ‘Teach Me Award’, honoring his dedication to nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship among young innovators.

Conclusion

The achievements of IFIA Bharat and AIC-SKU at ICIA 2026 demonstrate how mentorship, innovation education, and international exposure can empower students and startups from both urban and regional communities. Their success highlights the growing strength of India’s innovation ecosystem and its increasing presence on the global stage.