Free PoCs Are Killing Indian Startups Inside the Skip India Movement | FrontPage
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The video discusses the emerging ‘Skip India Movement’ among Indian AI founders who feel that the local market is not conducive for innovation due to the prevalence of unpaid proof of concepts (PoCs). Key figures from the Indian startup ecosystem, including founders from ToolJet, Track2win, and Kissan AI, share their experiences of being trapped in cycles of unpaid demos and endless meetings. The video highlights concerns about reverse engineering of innovations post-PoC without any commercial follow-up. Despite the challenges, some leaders believe in the potential of Indian enterprises, advocating for paid pilot norms and reform to transform India into a co-innovation lab. The video urges a shift in perspective on the Indian startup landscape, emphasizing the importance of evolving practices to foster sustainable growth for startups.