The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) has launched the ‘Ignite’ programme aimed at transforming change within India’s micro-enterprises and self-help groups (SHGs). The programme seeks to empower innovative start-ups that are developing technology-driven solutions for grassroots businesses. By offering funding, mentorship, and essential resources, Ignite aims to accelerate the growth of start-ups focused on uplifting underserved communities, fostering sustainable development, and strengthening economic resilience.

Applications for the Ignite programme are now open and will close on November 20. Start-ups and organizations that are dedicated to empowering micro-enterprises and SHGs are encouraged to apply.

Prof Debashis Chatterjee, Director of IIM Kozhikode and Chairman of IIMK LIVE, emphasized that the Ignite programme is a reflection of the Institute's commitment to facilitating collaboration between innovative start-ups and grassroots businesses. By targeting critical areas such as supply chain management, financial services, and marketing, the programme aims to help micro-enterprises and SHGs unlock their full potential, driving positive social and economic impact.

Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode or IIMK) is an independent public management school situated in Kozhikode, Kerala, India. The institute was established in 1996 through a partnership between the Government of India and the State Government of Kerala, and it is one of the 20 Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). It was the fifth IIM that was founded.