The 14th edition of the ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards 2025 is now open for nominations. The awards, presented by CavinKare in association with the Madras Management Association (MMA), aim to recognize and celebrate India’s most innovative startups and MSMEs. The awards are open to companies with an annual turnover of not more than ₹50 crores in the financial year 2023-24. Nominations can be submitted online or by giving a missed call to a designated number, with the last date for entries being July 1st, 2025.
The ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards were instituted in memory of Late Shri R. ChinniKrishnan, the founder of CavinKare, who is credited with revolutionizing the FMCG industry with the introduction of the sachet packaging. The awards seek to honor innovations that are unique, scalable, sustainable, and socially impactful. The winners will be recognized across three categories, based on the nature and impact of their innovation.
The awards offer a range of benefits to the winners, including a cash prize of ₹1 lakh, as well as holistic business development support. This support includes marketing, branding, and packaging guidance, patent filing and R&D assistance, financial advisory and HR consultancy, and access to industry experts and funding institutions. The winners will also receive strategic linkages to banks and funding institutions, providing them with the resources they need to take their businesses to the next level.
Since its inception in 2011, the ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards have recognized and nurtured over 50 entrepreneurs, building a legacy of encouraging purpose-driven innovation across India. The awards have served as a launchpad for change-makers, empowering them to challenge conventions and create transformative growth. According to Mr. CK Ranganathan, Chairman and Managing Director of CavinKare, the awards celebrate innovations that meaningfully impact everyday life and empower emerging entrepreneurs to create inclusive and sustainable growth.
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 create a positive impact on the country’s economic and social landscape. With its rich legacy and comprehensive support system, the ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards are an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas and take their businesses to new heights.