
ALT Image: This image features Hon’ble Minister Shri Subhash Phal Desai addressing the audience, with other dignitaries seated on stage during the session on International Collaboration and Globalization: Political Participation of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) at the International Purple Fest Goa 2025.

ALT This graphic shows a Zero Project and the 25 years EnAble India logo at the top right. To the top left is a picture of a globe with a green colored dotted map. Below that is the following text: Calling all Indian Startups and Innovators! Pitch your assistive technology and ICT innovation at the Zero Project Technology Forum Bangalore 2025. Apply now Submission by September 21, 2025

ALT The background is light peach. On top are the Rising Flame, Intl Purple Fest ‘25, Godrej Industries Group and UN India logos. In the middle, there is a large red exclamation point with an orange explosion graphic. On top of it, bold, light purple text in all caps reads: Are you an entrepreneur living with disability having a bold idea or a thriving business? PITCH YOUR DREAM AT International Purple Fest ‘25(the Intl Purple Fest logo)

ALT The background is light peach. On top are the Rising Flame, Intl Purple Fest ‘25, Godrej Industries Group and UN India logos. There is a graphic of three light orange exclamation points. Below that, center-aligned text that reads: On 10th October 2025, at the International Purple Fest in Goa, we’re hosting a first-of-its-kind Pitch Fest exclusively for entrepreneurs living with disabilities. This is your stage—to share your story, showcase your business, and unlock new opportunities. Whether you’re building with tech or textiles, food, or fashion, or in any other industry—if you are an entrepreneur living with disabilities with a venture or well-developed idea, this opportunity is for you! In small italics text that reads: Swipe for application deets! and three arrowheads >>>

ALT The background is light peach. On top are the Rising Flame, Intl Purple Fest ‘25, Godrej Industries Group and UN India logos. A bold header highlighted by gray that reads: Why should I apply? Next to it is a graphic of a yellow exclamation mark and a question mark. Below that in bullet points reads: Pitch in front of a live audience and a jury of investors, funders, and changemakers. Get featured at an international platform celebrating disability, innovation, and leadership. The Top 10 Finalists will get a stall at the Purple Fest Exhibition to showcase their work. Three winners will receive award money to fuel their vision: 1. ₹80,000; 2. ₹60,000; 3. ₹50,000

ALT The background is light peach. On top are the Rising Flame, Intl Purple Fest ‘25, Godrej Industries Group and UN India logos. A bold header highlighted by gray that reads: Who can apply? Next to it is a graphic of 3 pink stars of different sizes. Below, text in bullet points: Applicants must: Identify as a person with a disability as defined under the RPwD Act, 2016. Be an Indian citizen. Be 18 years or older. Have an existing venture (product/service) or a well-developed, ready-to-launch business idea. (*Need to have a product or service to be eligible for this pitch fest) Have a significant /key role in the venture in case there are other co-founders.

ALT This graphic has a light blue background with the following details. 25 years EnAble India logo is at the top center. Below that is, Volunteers required. 6th Sep, 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Death by dosa: A history and food walk. RSVP: [email protected] Write to us before 5th Sep, 2025.

























