The  Puri Oil Mills and AWaDH Research for Agriculture Growth and Acceleration towards Transforming Innovation (PRAGATI Micro-Accelerator Program) is a CSR initiative of Puri Oil Mills Limited in collaboration with IIT Ropar Technology and Innovation Foundation (iHub – AWaDH). Focused on driving innovation in the agriculture and sustainability sectors, this program is designed to support early-stage startups with transformative ideas and solutions. The PRAGATI program aims to empower startups through personalized mentoring, access to cutting-edge resources, networking opportunities, and funding support of up to ₹25 Lakhs.

The program is committed to fostering resilience and sustainability in agriculture by equipping startups with the tools they need to overcome challenges and scale effectively, creating a lasting impact on the market and society.

Under PRAGATI, iHub AWaDH and Puri Oil Mills Ltd. provide:

• Mentorship and Training: Personalized mentoring from domain experts to help startups refine their ideas and strategies.
• Funding Support: Up to ₹5 Lakhs in grants, and above ₹5 Lakhs, up to ₹25 Lakhs in loans or equity to accelerate development and commercialization.
• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with industry leaders, investors, and other startups to expand your reach.
• Technology Access: Leverage advanced R&D facilities and the Central Research Facility to boost innovation.