The Rajasthan DigiFest × TiE Global Summit 2026 is set to become one of India’s most significant showcases of innovation, entrepreneurship, and youth culture, as two major announcements mark a new era of collaboration and creative energy. The Government of Madhya Pradesh has signed a strategic MoU to participate as a State Partner for the Summit, while Comic Con India has declared the launch of its first-ever Jaipur edition, which will be hosted alongside DigiFest × TiE Global Summit from January 4–6, 2026 at JECC, Jaipur.
These developments reflect the Summit’s expanding influence as a national platform where technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship intersect to empower India’s next generation.
Madhya Pradesh Joins Hands with TiE Global Summit to Strengthen Innovation Landscape
In a major step toward fostering regional innovation and startup growth, the Government of Madhya Pradesh and TiE Rajasthan have formalised a partnership for the Rajasthan DigiFest × TiE Global Summit 2026. Madhya Pradesh will participate as a State Partner, showcasing a curated delegation of high-potential startups, facilitating B2B and B2G meetings, and contributing to knowledge-driven sessions during the Summit.
The collaboration aims to accelerate technological progress, support early-stage innovation, and open new avenues for cross-state entrepreneurial engagement.
Sanjay Dubey, Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Science and Technology, Government of Madhya Pradesh, described the collaboration as a milestone in India’s innovation journey.
He stated that the partnership would “create a vibrant ecosystem that empowers startups, nurtures talent, and positions Madhya Pradesh as a key hub for technological advancement and entrepreneurial growth on a global stage.”
The partnership also reflects TiE’s mission to democratize access to global opportunities, especially for entrepreneurs in India’s tier 2 and 3 cities.
Mahavir Pratap Sharma, Convener, TiE Global Summit, highlighted the shared commitment to inclusive growth, saying, “This partnership will open new opportunities for startups, attract investments, and foster a culture of sustainable and technology-driven growth across Madhya Pradesh and the true Bharat.”
Dr. Sheenu Jhawar, President, TiE Rajasthan, emphasized that this collaboration stands as a unified effort to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem and expand opportunities for young founders across states.
Comic Con India Makes Its Jaipur Debut Alongside TiE Global Summit 2026
Adding a vibrant cultural dimension to the Summit, Comic Con India has partnered with the Government of Rajasthan to host its first-ever Jaipur Comic Con from January 4–6, 2026, in collaboration with the state’s AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics) Policy. The event will run parallel to Rajasthan DigiFest × TiE Global Summit at JECC, positioning Jaipur as a dual hub of technological innovation and creative expression.
This inaugural edition will bring together fans, creators, gamers, cosplayers, and storytellers while giving a major boost to the state’s creative economy. It offers a launchpad for young artists, illustrators, and AVGC startups to showcase their work to global audiences.
Commenting on this landmark partnership, Mahavir Pratap Sharma said,
“We are delighted to have Comic Con debut in Jaipur alongside Rajasthan DigiFest × TiE Global Summit 2026. The collaboration supports Rajasthan’s vision of promoting innovation, talent, and youth engagement under the state’s AVGC Policy and iStart Program.”
Organisers highlighted Jaipur’s unique blend of cultural heritage and youthful creative energy. With its history of craftsmanship, thriving festival culture, and rapidly growing digital ecosystem, the city offers the perfect stage for a pop-culture event of this scale.
Visitors can look forward to an exciting lineup including comic releases, manga, gaming zones, VR setups, fan interactions, workshops, and merchandise from India and around the world. Cosplayers across genres—from anime to sci-fi—will showcase their talent, alongside beloved Indian comic characters.
Akshat Rathee, Co-founder & MD, NODWIN Gaming, shared, “Bringing Comic Con to Jaipur is our way of celebrating the imagination that lives in every corner of this city.”
Shefali Johnson, CEO, Comic Con India, added that the Jaipur edition would bring fans closer to the creators and stories they love, while celebrating both tradition and the future.
A Unified Celebration of Innovation, Creativity, and Youth Power
The convergence of two major announcements—the entry of Madhya Pradesh as a State Partner and the debut of Jaipur Comic Con—marks a defining moment for the Rajasthan DigiFest × TiE Global Summit 2026. Together, they signal a powerful, multi-dimensional celebration that blends entrepreneurship, technology, and creativity.
As TiE Global Summit continues to catalyse new partnerships and foster nationwide participation, Rajasthan is poised to become a vibrant stage where startups, creators, policymakers, and youth come together to imagine and build the future.
