Local entrepreneurs in agriculture, healthcare, energy, and security sectors are driving innovation
- Nitin Sindhu VY
The city of Kolhapur is fast becoming a hotspot for startups, with over ₹150 crore in combined valuation. From farming tools to high-tech security drones, young innovators here are solving real-world problems with smart solutions.
Key Highlights:
1. Shivaji University’s Incubation Center is supporting these startups, helping them grow and attract investments.
2. Jobs are being created as these new businesses expand.
3. Some startups are gaining national recognition
Notable Startups from Kolhapur:
-Landcraft Agro By Mayank Gupta- Aquafonic farming & Urban farming
- Biofertilizer by Supriya Kusal– Boosts sugarcane yield by 20 tonnes.
- Caffeine-Free Coffee by Mugdha Sawant – Tastes like regular coffee but without caffeine.
- Posture-Correcting School Bag by Siddhi Sawant – Helps kids avoid back problems.
- Border Security Drones by Tushar Pusadkar*– Aids in national security.
- Virtual Reality Disease Detection by Rajvardhan Shinde – Makes medical diagnosis easier.
Why This Matters?
Kolhapur is no longer just known for its history and culture—it’s now a **growing tech and business hub**. With more startups launching every year, the city could soon compete with bigger Indian startup centers like Pune and Bengaluru.
What’s Next?
Experts predict even faster growth as investors take notice. If this trend continues, Kolhapur might soon be home to the next big Indian startup success story.
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