Surya Kant

Director Programs, Policy, Ministry of Electronics & IT Startup Hub, Government of India

Surya Kant is currently the Director of Programs, Policy & Partnership at MeitY Startup Hub, part of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in India. He has been in this role since March 2023, where he focuses on supporting the startup ecosystem and promoting entrepreneurship. His work involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including industry leaders, venture capitalists, and government bodies, to enhance the entrepreneurial environment in India.1

Kant has a rich background in mentoring startups and has been involved with several organizations, including as a mentor for Startup India and Naman Angels India Foundation. He has also held various strategic roles in consulting and development related to startups and entrepreneurship over the past decade. His educational background includes an MBA from Gautam Buddha University and executive education from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad.1

In addition to his professional roles, he is recognized for his contributions to social development through entrepreneurship training and workshops aimed at aspiring entrepreneurs.1

Experience

Director - Programs, Policy & Partnership at MeitY Startup Hub

Startup Mentor at Startup India (May 2016 - Present) Startup Mentor at Naman Angels India Foundation (July 2017 - Present) Team Lead State - Senior Strategic Consultant at EY (April 2022 - March 2023)

Education

Executive Education at Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (2017 - 2018) MBA at Gautam Buddha University (2010 - 2012) PG Diploma in Counseling & Guidance at Delhi University (2008 - 2009) BBA at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (2005 - 2008)