India, April 2 -- In a significant move to bolster the healthcare startup ecosystem in India, Venture Center, in partnership with Kotak Alternate Asset Managers (KotakAlt), has announced the launch of the second cohort of the Investor Readiness Programme (IRP).

This equity-free (and also fee free) 24-week accelerator, supported by KotakAlt under its CSR programme, is designed to connect, mentor, and prepare startups with a working prototype to initiate a Rs 1 to 8 crore fundraise.

The high touch programme will offer a customised approach tailored to meet the unique needs of each participating startup. With a track record of success, including fundraising achievements by previous cohort participants, the IRP is an unparalleled opportunit...