The Department of Electronics, IT, BT and S&T of the Government of Karnataka, and Software Technology Parks of India has organised the 24th edition of BENGALURU TECH SUMMIT 2021 – BTS 2021, being held from November 17th-19th, 2021 in a hybrid format.

The theme chosen for this edition is 'DRIVING THE NEXT', highlighting the role of digital and technological innovations which drove and supported growth of multiple sectors in a post-pandemic world. 

As part of Day 2 of the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2021 on 18th November, winners of the Smart Bio Awards 2021 were announced.

Innovator of the Year Award - Axio Biosolutions Pvt. Ltd.

Best Startup against COVID-19 - NeoDx Biotech Labs Pvt. Ltd.

Woman Entrepreneur of the Year - Dr. Janani Venkataraman (Biomonet)

Best Social Enterprise/Institute - Biocon Academy

Biotech Startup of the year - HealthCube

Dr Radha Rangarajan, Chief Technology Officer, HealthCube said, “We are privileged to receive this award and be counted among the most innovative startups in Karnataka. Our devices enable the easy testing and monitoring of key health parameters. Versatile and easy to operate, our products are positively impacting under-served communities.”

The event is witnessing the coming together of global tech leaders, Indian corporates and startups from IT, Deep tech and Biotech, showcasing disruptive technologies, forging partnerships and alliances.