Hyderabad: BRS working president and former minister K.T. Rama Rao will attend the Entrepreneur India Idea Awards 2026 as chief guest, organisers said on Monday.
The event will take place on April 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel. It will bring together more than 300 entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders from across the country.
Organisers said the Entrepreneur India Idea Awards recognise visionary leaders, innovative startups, and changemakers shaping India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. They invited Rama Rao in recognition of his role in promoting technology, innovation, and economic growth.
They added that his leadership has inspired entrepreneurs nationwide. They also said his address at the Idea Awards is expected to motivate emerging startups and innovators.
Entrepreneur India Idea Awards highlights leadership role
According to organisers, the invitation reflects continued recognition of Telangana’s policies in innovation and industrial growth. They said these initiatives strengthened the startup ecosystem during the BRS government.
They also highlighted Rama Rao’s role in advancing technology-driven development. As a result, organisers said his presence at the Entrepreneur India Awards would energise participants and encourage new ideas.
The event will feature interactions among entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders. It will also focus on innovation-led growth and emerging opportunities within India’s startup ecosystem.