21 BY 72 is a premier event showcasing over 125+ startups from around the globe, focused on nurturing the startup ecosystem by facilitating interactions between national and international investors, venture capital funds, angel networks, and entrepreneurs. In its first two seasons, 21 BY 72 welcomed over 700+ startup founders, 100+ venture capital funds, 20+ angel networks, and an audience of over 20,000 people. Named after the longitude and latitude of Surat, the "City of Sun," 21 BY 72 is organized by the team at Ivy Growth Associates. Surat, one of the fastest-growing cities in the world and among the first smart cities in India, proudly hosts this transformative event. Why Surat? Surat is emerging as a thriving hub for SaaS startups in India, benefiting from its proximity to major business centers like Ahmedabad and Mumbai, as well as its growing international connections. As one of the richest cities in India and one of the fastest-growing globally, Surat boasts a rapidly expanding startup ecosystem. Honoring the vision of Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji’s mantra, “Let’s Innovate for India, Innovate from India,” 21 BY 72 encourages startup founders to think beyond local markets and aim for a global impact. By spreading the spirit of entrepreneurship across India, Ivy Growth Associates is dedicated to transforming Surat into a global startup hub. Join us at 21 BY 72 in Surat and be part of this extraordinary journey in the startup ecosystem, where innovation meets opportunity.