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SBI Dream2Demo: First Startup Pitch Fest by Start-up Branch

10 September 20251 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSSBI Dream2Demo:First Startup PitchFest by Start-upBranch10 September 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

State Bank of India’s Start-up Branch hosted its maiden pitch event, Dream2Demo, letting founders present directly to leading investors.

Key facts

  • Offerings: tailored products including equity-linked funding.
  • Partners: Startup TN, IIT Madras Incubation Cell.
  • Aim: carry startups from grassroots to global stage with mentorship, funding and exposure.
  • August 2025: SBI’s MSME Centre of Excellence at State Bank Academy, Gurugram.

About SBI

  • Founded 1 July 1955; headquarters Mumbai; Chairman Challa Sreenivasulu Setty.

Exam angle

  • Event: Dream2Demo by SBI Start-up Branch.
  • MSME CoE: Gurugram.

Test yourself

1. What is the name of SBI's first startup pitch fest hosted by its Start-up Branch?

The event was called Dream2Demo.

2. Where did SBI set up a Centre of Excellence for MSMEs in August 2025?

The MSME CoE is at the State Bank Academy in Gurugram.

3. Who is named as SBI's Chairman in these notes on Dream2Demo?

The notes list Challa Sreenivasulu Setty as Chairman.

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