Indian tech startups target Dubai expansion through a major multi-city roadshow organized by Dubai business platform Zentral. Specifically, the outreach event kicks off at Travancore Hall in Technopark Phase-I at 3 PM on Monday. Furthermore, the initiative helps regional entrepreneurs explore international funding and market opportunities ahead of GITEX Global 2026.
Curated delegation offers global investor and partner access
The promotional tour covers seven key regional centers, including Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode, Kanyakumari, Coimbatore, Chennai, and Bengaluru. Consequently, the program brings together promising founders, incubators, and technology accelerators.
Additionally, organizers will select 100 high-growth startups nationwide for an all-expenses-included, seven-day program in Dubai. Meanwhile, regional hubs like Technopark, Infopark, and Cyberpark actively support the initiative.
| Startup Growth Pillar | Program Specifications & Global Opportunities |
| Roadshow Location | Travancore Hall, Park Centre, Technopark Phase-I |
| Scheduled Timing | Monday at 3:00 PM |
| Organizer & Platform | Zentral (Dubai-based business and enterprise hub) |
| National Target Cities | Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode, Kanyakumari, Coimbatore, Chennai, Bengaluru |
| Selected Cohort Size | 100 startup founders chosen for the Dubai delegation |
| Culminating Event | Expand North Star startup showcase alongside GITEX Global 2026 |
Unlocking venture funding and international scale for founders
Zentral CEO Rafees Rahmathulla emphasized that the program provides emerging companies with direct entry into Dubai’s thriving tech ecosystem. Specifically, participants will pitch to global venture capitalists, strategic partners, and enterprise clients.
Therefore, as Indian tech startups target Dubai expansion, regional innovators gain powerful springboards to accelerate global growth.

