Kerala's 7th Huddle Global 2025 kicks off, FM Balagopal unveils Vision 2031

• Huddle Global 2025, India’s largest beachside startup festival, commenced its 7th edition in Kovalam, Kerala, organized by KSUM.
• The three-day event offers debates, an expo of innovative products, an all-India hackathon, and opportunities for funding and mentor support for startups.
• Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal presented 'Vision 2031' for the state's knowledge economy, detailing plans for digitalization, AI, and strategic development zones.
• The state government plans to recapitalize Kerala Financial Corporation and establish a private seed fund to boost startup funding and attract venture capital.
• The festival features over 3,000 startups, 200+ HNIs, 100+ mentors, and 150 speakers, with an expo showcasing advanced tech like humanoid robots and smart city innovations.

Why It Matters: This festival creates vital opportunities for startups, driving innovation and economic growth.