Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH), a technology park in Mangalagiri in Guntur district, has launched the Future Founders Programme, a six-week pre-incubation initiative to help innovators turn validated ideas into working prototypes and reach their first customers.
The program is designed to guide budding entrepreneurs in minimizing initial risks while preparing them for full-scale incubation and market entry.
A statement issued in this regard said that the program was simultaneously launched at the center and all the spokes in Andhra Pradesh, including Visakhapatnam, Rajamahendravaram, Tirupati and Anantapur.
This marked a significant step in RTIH’s mission to support innovation and entrepreneurship in all regions of the state and ensure that opportunities reach even grassroots innovators.
Over 10 promising start-ups showcased their early-stage innovations, reflecting the creativity, determination and passion of Andhra Pradesh’s next generation of entrepreneurs, at a live pitching event held on the inaugural day on Saturday.
RTIH CEO Dhatri Reddy said the “hub” is committed to nurturing early-stage founders and providing them with mentorship, resources and growth opportunities.
rava.ai Founder and CEO Kiran Babu Rava shared real-world insights into the challenges startups face and encouraged young innovators to fearlessly follow their ideas, build with purpose and create meaningful impact.
Managing Director, RTIH, Vijayawada, G. Krishnan, said the program is an opportunity for innovators in the state to turn their creative ideas into sustainable businesses that will make a difference.
Published – 19 October 2025 20:20 IST
