The 14th edition of the ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards 2025 has been announced by CavinKare in collaboration with the Madras Management Association (MMA). The awards aim to recognize and honor the most impactful and disruptive innovations from startups and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across India. To be eligible, companies must have an annual turnover of not more than ₹50 crore in the financial year 2023-24.
Nominations for the awards can be submitted online through the website www.ckinnovationawards.in or by giving a missed call to 63746 03433. The deadline for entries is July 1. The awards will honor winners in three categories, based on the nature and impact of the innovation. The ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards focus on innovations that have a meaningful impact on everyday life, celebrating and empowering emerging entrepreneurs who challenge conventions and create inclusive, transformative growth.
According to CK Ranganathan, Chairman and Managing Director of CavinKare, the awards serve as a launchpad for the change-makers of tomorrow. Since its inception in 2011, the ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards have recognized and supported over 50 entrepreneurs, building a strong legacy of championing purpose-driven innovation across India. The awards have established themselves as a prestigious platform for acknowledging and rewarding innovative ideas and initiatives that have the potential to drive positive change.
The ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards are a testament to CavinKare’s commitment to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in India. By recognizing and supporting innovative startups and MSMEs, the awards aim to contribute to the country’s economic growth and development. The awards also provide a platform for emerging entrepreneurs to showcase their ideas and connect with like-minded individuals, investors, and industry experts. With the 14th edition of the awards now open for nominations, CavinKare and the MMA are looking forward to discovering and honoring the most innovative and impactful ideas in India.