India, September 2, 2025: Panasonic Life Solutions India (PLSIND) and Panasonic Corporation (PC) have announced the start of the third version of “Panasonic Ignition.” The program that helps new companies create better living experiences for people in India.
The program is working with Beyond Next Ventures (BNV) and is looking for early to mid-stage startups to join. Applications will be accepted until September 15, 2025, at https://ignition.in.panasonic.com.
Panasonic Ignition 3.0 aims to develop new ideas that improve how we live at home. This includes technology for smart homes, health and wellness, energy-saving methods, connected devices, and personalized community services.
The program will run from September to December 2025 and will offer selected startups help in the form of guidance, workshops, support for product strategy, and possible investment through Panasonic’s KURASHI Visionary Fund (PKVF).
The goal is to create new technologies that meet people’s changing needs and promote sustainable growth in India.
Mr. Kunio Gohara, Chief Transformation Officer at Panasonic Corporation, said, “At Panasonic, we believe that working together leads to the best ideas. After the success of the first two sessions, the Panasonic Ignition 3.0 program shows our dedication to encouraging new ideas that change how we live at home. We look forward to combining our expertise with the energy of startups to make a real difference. This program not only promotes open innovation but also offers chances for investment through our KURASHI Visionary Fund.”
Mr. Manish Misra, Chief Innovation Officer at Panasonic Life Solutions India, added, “The Panasonic Ignition program has played an important role in building a strong innovation community in India. The previous editions have been very successful, and we have worked closely with many selected startups to solve real problems. With this third group, we aim to connect with startups that want to change home living, whether through smart home tech or sustainable energy. Our goal is to help startups grow their ideas while supporting Panasonic’s vision of improving lifestyles and communities.”
The second edition of Panasonic Ignition got over 163 applications, with 12 teams chosen for help, and two winners, Nosh and RayIoT, recognized for their great ideas. This third edition aims to build even stronger connections between Panasonic and India’s startup community, with support from Beyond Next Ventures’ wide network.
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