Hyderabad, July 25, 2026: The Hyderabad Startup Ecosystem Awards (HSEA) 2026 were held on 25th July, 2026 at Samskruthi Hall, Raj Bhavan, Hyderabad, in the august presence of the Hon’ble Governor of Telangana, Shri Shiv Pratap Shukla. Organised by Mudrika Secure Print & Pack Pvt. Ltd. in association with Axiara, the invite-only event brought together nearly 150 startup founders, entrepreneurs, professionals and business leaders to celebrate excellence and leadership within Hyderabad’s vibrant innovation ecosystem.
The evening commenced with the launch of The CEO She Never Knew She Was, authored by Dr. Uday Murthy Bhogadi, Founder of Mudrika Secure Print & Pack Pvt. Ltd. and Presenting Partner of HSEA 2026. The book was formally released by the Hon’ble Governor and highlights the often-unrecognised role of mothers in shaping up the future leaders-in shaping families, organisations and society through resilience, vision and influence.
Following the book launch, the Governor presented the Hyderabad Startup Ecosystem Awards 2026, recognising individuals and organisations whose contributions have significantly strengthened Hyderabad’s position as one of India’s leading startup and innovation hubs. The awards spanned sectors including deep technology, healthcare, agritech, sustainability, media, education and social impact.
The Hon’ble Governor presented awards to the following recipients:
Ms. Swarna Latha Buravalli – The Frontier Award – Skyroot Aerospace
Dr. Sridevi S. and Mr. Chandrashekhar M.V. – The Vital Award – Anthea Pharma
Mr. Prabhdeep Singh – The Pulse Award – RED.Health
. Mr. Priyesh Mehrotra – The Dharma Award – Recykal
Mr. Prem Kumar V. – The Altitude Award – Marut Drones
Ms. Divya Kothamasu – The Shakti Award – N Space Tech
Mr. Venkat Aditya Gunturu – The Chronicle Award – Way2News
Mr. Varun – The Ignite Award – Student Tribe
Mr. D. Nanda Kishore Reddy – The Sanctuary Award – Raagaa Foundation
Mr. Pankaj Diwan – The Cultivator Award – TalentFarm.ai
Mr. Srinivas Taluka – The Bedrock Award – T-Hub
Mr. Krishna, Ms. Sujatha and Mr. Pankaj Diwan – The Federation Honour
Mr. Abhishek Ganguly – The Compass Award – TIE Hyderabad
Speaking on the occasion, a spokesperson for the Sri Udaya Murthy Bhogadi said:
“HSEA 2026 was conceived to give Hyderabad’s startup ecosystem the recognition it has long deserved, in a setting befitting its contribution to the state’s economic growth and innovation landscape. Today’s ceremony, together with the launch of The CEO She Never Knew She Was, celebrates those who quietly build institutions, inspire change and strengthen our entrepreneurial ecosystem.”
The Hyderabad Startup Ecosystem Awards aim to recognise outstanding leadership, innovation and ecosystem-building while fostering stronger collaboration across founders, investors, institutions and industry.
For copies of The CEO “She Never Knew She Was”, high-resolution event photographs or additional information on the awards and participating organisations, members of the media may contact invites@hyderabadstartupawards.in or visit www.hyderabadstartupawards.in.
