WinZO, a vernacular interactive entertainment platform, announced the winners from a pool of participating technology and gaming companies for its ‘Bharat Tech Triumph’ initiative. The winning companies will showcase their products at the India Pavilion during the Game Developer Conference (GDC) in San Francisco next month.
The ‘Bharat Tech Triumph’ initiative aims to create a platform uniting leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and stakeholders committed to fostering innovation and technology export from India. This aligns with initiatives like Digital India, Startup India, and Make in India, reflecting WinZO’s dedication to the vision outlined by the government.
The winners include games inspired by Indian epics such as Ramayana and Mahabharata, the Chola Empire, an action-adventure set in an Indian city, a temple construction simulation, and a virtual reality cricket experience. The selection process was led by industry veterans from organisations like STPI, Kalaari, Lumikai, CleverTap, and AWS.
“We are fortunate to receive support in bringing together the vibrant energy and dynamism of Indian entrepreneurs onto a global platform. By showcasing inspiring stories of Indian entrepreneurs and startups, WinZO aims to ignite the spirit of technological innovation and export culturally relevant content that can deepen the understanding of India’s culture and society. Content and gaming have the power to bridge cultures, foster understanding, and facilitate cultural exchanges, all of which are essential in making India a global superpower,” Paavan Nanda, co-founder, WinZO, said.
“WinZO’s initiative celebrates the ingenuity and innovation of India’s startup ecosystem. The company aims to acknowledge our nation’s vast talent pool. It extends a crucial gateway to the global gaming arena, including coveted access to GDC for forging partnerships and gaining insights from global leaders. We are proud of WinZO for empowering the startup community and paving the way for unparalleled opportunities for India’s gaming community to thrive globally,” expressed Rajesh Raju, Managing Director, Kalaari Capital.