IIT Indore, DHN Announce Top 5 Startups For HealthTech Challenge
IIT Indore, in collaboration with DHN, has announced the top five startups selected for the HealthTech Innovation Challenge 2025. This initiative recognizes innovative, AI-driven solutions that are advancing India’s digital healthcare landscape.
About the HealthTech Innovation Challenge
The HealthTech Innovation Challenge was launched last month with the aim of identifying and accelerating the most promising HealthTech startups in India. The challenge is powered by AWS and is supported by key partners including W Health Ventures, CDAC, and iCreate. The program offers mentorship, incubation, and access to pilots and funding opportunities to selected startups.
Alignment with National Vision
This initiative aligns with the Government of India’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, which emphasizes equitable access to quality healthcare through digital infrastructure and innovation. The goal is to achieve a “healthy and productive population,” with strategic priorities including:
- Digital health platforms
- Interoperable health records
- Preventive care
Selection Process and Demo Day
After an extensive evaluation process conducted in October, five exceptional startups have been shortlisted to participate in the upcoming Demo Day, scheduled for November 15, 2025, at IIT Indore. These startups have been recognized for their innovative approaches to addressing critical challenges in:
- Mental health access
- Interoperability
- Diagnostics
- Primary care
Significance of the Challenge
This year’s edition of the HealthTech Innovation Challenge holds special significance as it has been officially recognized as a Pre-Summit Event for the upcoming India–AI Impact Summit 2026. This summit is hosted by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and IndiaAI, making the Challenge a vital link in India’s AI and digital health ecosystem. It connects innovators, policymakers, and investors who are shaping the future of AI-led healthcare in the country.
Top 5 Finalists
The following startups have been selected as the top five finalists for the DHN HealthTech Innovation Challenge 2025:
- Ivory – A Bengaluru-based healthtech startup that uses neuroscience-backed assessments and interactive games for early detection and intervention in cognitive health.
- Plus91 – A digital health platform (MediXcel™) certified for integration with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) ecosystem, enabling interoperable health record sharing across providers.
- HeyDoc AI – An AI-powered healthcare ecosystem built on ABHA/ABDM infrastructure, offering personal health records, hospital connectivity, and AI-driven wellness insights.
- BrainSight AI – A Bengaluru-based deep-tech startup leveraging AI and neuroscience through its VoxelBox platform to map brain connectivity, facilitating precision diagnosis and treatment planning for neurological and psychiatric disorders.
- Curebay Technologies – A tech-enabled hybrid healthcare platform focused on rural India, combining e-clinics, diagnostics, and telemedicine.
Statements from Organizers
Vishnu Saxena, Founder & CEO of DHN and ScaleHealthTech, expressed his enthusiasm for the challenge, stating, “The response to this year’s HealthTech Innovation Challenge has been truly inspiring. What began as a vision to bring together innovators, healthcare institutions, and investors has transformed into a movement driving meaningful change in India’s digital health landscape.”
Aditya Vyas, CEO of IITI Drishti CPS Foundation, added, “This collaboration with DHN is crucial for realizing the Government of India’s vision of Viksit Bharat through the integration of digital technologies into healthcare delivery. The startups in this cohort are utilizing AI, IoT, cloud computing, and data analytics to bring care closer to those who need it most.”
Post-Demo Day Opportunities
Following the Demo Day, winners and runners-up will be onboarded into the DHN Ecosystem, gaining access to mentorship, hospital pilots, and funding opportunities. This integration aims to accelerate their journey toward commercialization and scaling within India’s growing digital health landscape.
Note: The HealthTech Innovation Challenge is a significant step towards enhancing healthcare delivery in India through innovative technology solutions.
