Mangaluru Technovanza 2026 to Focus on GCCs, Data Centres and Tech Startups

The Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), in collaboration with the Department of Electronics, Information Technology, and Biotechnology, has announced the sixth edition of Mangaluru Technovanza 2026, scheduled for September 22 and 23 at the T.M.A. Pai International Convention Centre in Mangaluru. Organized under the state government's 'Beyond Bengaluru' initiative, the flagship conference aims to strengthen the technology and innovation ecosystem across coastal Karnataka. This year's summit focuses on four primary growth pillars: Global Capability Centres (GCCs), data centres, tech startups, and medtech innovations. The two-day event will assemble over 600 delegates, 70 startups, 60 GCCs, and more than 20 venture capital investors. A key highlight of the main program on September 23 will be a fireside chat with IT Minister Priyank Kharge, outlining the state's strategic vision to showcase Mangaluru as the 'Silicon Beach of India'. Additionally, the official 'Silicon Beach Skills Report 2026' will be unveiled to guide tech talent development and employment generation across coastal districts. By facilitating direct collaboration between regional startups, global tech leaders, and investors, Mangaluru Technovanza serves as a vital platform to attract investments and establish the region as an emerging hub for IT services, software design, and healthcare technology.