Hyderabad: The 5th edition of BNI Vantage GoNat 2025, the largest MSME Expo and seminar in the Telugu States, successfully concluded at SS Convention, Shamshabad, Hyderabad, marking a major milestone in promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and industry collaboration. The two-day event, organized by Business Network International (BNI) Hyderabad, brought together thousands of business owners, investors, and industry leaders from across India and neighboring countries.
Empowering MSMEs: Government Support and Future Initiatives
The event was inaugurated by IT and Industries Minister Shri Duddilla Sridhar Babu, who reaffirmed the State government’s commitment to supporting MSMEs. Highlighting Telangana’s position as the first young state to implement an exclusive MSME Policy, he stressed that MSMEs are vital for job creation and livelihood generation. The Minister announced the upcoming launch of an AI Innovation Hub within two months, aimed at helping MSMEs integrate artificial intelligence into their operations. He also revealed plans for two new dry ports, one towards Mumbai and another towards Vijayawada, to boost export connectivity. “While the government provides platforms and opportunities, entrepreneurs must actively engage in networking. Platforms like BNI play a crucial role in that journey,” he added.
Expo Highlights: Collaboration, Knowledge, and Growth
Celebrating 13 years of BNI in Hyderabad, GoNat 2025 emerged as a premier hub for networking, business collaboration, and global exposure. The expo featured over 200 MSMEs showcasing a wide range of products and services, drawing more than 20,000 visitors from across India, the Middle East, and neighboring countries. Hyderabad’s status as the world’s largest BNI region was reinforced, with over 4,000 entrepreneurs representing more than 400 industries participating in the event.
The opening day included power-packed sessions by celebrated entrepreneurs such as Rajiv Talreja, Rajendran Dandapani, and Kanika Tekriwal, followed by a Fireside Chat with Minister Sridhar Babu discussing the future of MSMEs and the role of innovation, collaboration, and networking in driving growth.
Where Business Meets Creativity
In addition to business showcases, GoNat 2025 featured a variety of chapter contests and competitions, including:
- Baking & Food Innovation
- Fashion Design & Interior Styling
- Photography & Advertising
The BNI Conclave provided a premium networking platform, enabling entrepreneurs to exchange insights, explore collaborations, and build long-term business relationships.
Entertainment and Recognition
The event blended business with entertainment. Day one concluded with a stand-up comedy act by Azeem Banatwala and an awards ceremony honoring top performers. The grand finale on day two featured DJ Paroma, recognizing excellence, innovation, and BNI’s core philosophy of “Givers Gain”.
Impact and Legacy
With thousands of participants engaging in knowledge-sharing, networking, and strategic collaborations, BNI Vantage GoNat 2025 successfully reinforced its mission of empowering MSMEs, fostering innovation, and strengthening Hyderabad’s position as a global hub for entrepreneurship and business networking. The event set a high benchmark for future editions, highlighting the transformative potential of structured business networks and collaborative platforms.