India, Jan. 5 -- Startups have emerged as powerful engines of economic growth, innovation and job creation across the world. By translating ideas into scalable businesses, they fuel productivity, attract investment and create high-quality employment. For regions seeking inclusive and future-ready development, a vibrant startup ecosystem is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Kerala's determined push to position itself as an innovation-led investment destination came into sharp focus at Huddle Global's seventh edition of India's largest beachside startup festival, held at Kovalam.

Organised by the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), the three-day event brought together policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, academics and global experts to ref...