India’s first beachside startup fest, Emerge-2024, will be held from Feb 16 to 18 at Tannirbhavi Beach in Mangaluru. The event aims to unite the startup ecosystem and showcase the distinct approaches of incubation and enabling centers. With a focus on AI, IPR, and technology transfer, the fest will feature presentations, an ideathon, and a triathlon. The top 25 ideas will receive a prize of Rs 1 lakh. The event is organized by Tapasya beach festival and supported by IFIA Bharat, International Startup Foundation, and the Principal Scientific Advisor of the Union government.