The much-awaited Pride of Hyderabad Awards is back with its Season 4, bringing with it a wave of inspiration, recognition, and empowerment for changemakers across Telangana and beyond. Organized by Weave Media and backed by departments of the Government of Telangana, this year’s edition is all set to take place on August 21, 2025, at T-Hub, Hyderabad’s iconic innovation hub.
And here’s the big update:
Nominations are now extended until June 30, 2025!
Apply Now at www.prideofhyderabad.org
Why Nominate?
The Pride of Hyderabad Awards isn’t just a recognition ceremony — it’s a platform to elevate your journey, boost visibility, and connect with the right ecosystem. It celebrates individuals, startups, enterprises, and institutions that are creating lasting impact in their communities and sectors.
This year’s edition is going beyond recognition to build a community-driven ecosystem that actively supports marginalized entrepreneurs, including Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), LGBTQIA+ communities, tribal founders, women, and micro-business owners.
Award Categories
Nominations are open across six broad categories:
- Startups (3+ years in operation)
- Entrepreneurs (10+ years of entrepreneurial journey)
- Individuals creating social or industry impact
- Institutions and Incubators
- CSR and Corporate Contributors
- Others (influencers, ecosystem builders, etc.)
Awardee Benefits
Winners and nominees get more than a trophy. They receive:
- Over 200+ press and media coverages
- Free PR, Digital Marketing, and Business Consultation
- Features in the POH Special Magazine (shared with 500+ corporates and govt bodies)
- Access to a growing POH Community Network
- Invites to exclusive POH and DE-Hub events
- Participation in talks, panels, and CSR dialogues
- Access to funding bootcamps, mentorships, and workshops
Event Highlights
HIdeathon 2025
A one-day innovation sprint with a ₹1,00,000 prize pool! Designed for students and aspiring entrepreneurs to pitch solutions around inclusion, accessibility, and sustainability. Winners gain visibility, mentorship, and incubation access.
Startup Stalls
Curated stall spaces will spotlight:
- Social enterprises
- Assistive tech innovators
- Women-led startups
- CSR and ecosystem enablers
Each stall gets listed in the POH Magazine and post-event media.
Founder’s Journey: From Resilience to Ecosystem Building
Pride of Hyderabad is the brainchild of Koppula Vasundhara, a first-generation entrepreneur who overcame personal and professional discrimination to create Weave Media, a brand synonymous with inclusive innovation. With no backing or network, Vasundhara built Weave to become a 300+ client powerhouse in events, media, and content services — and now she’s giving back by spotlighting unsung heroes across Hyderabad.
Event Details
Date: August 21, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Venue: T-Hub, HITEC City, Hyderabad
Nomination Deadline: June 30, 2025
If you’re building, creating, or contributing in a way that deserves to be seen — this is your platform.
Nominate now: www.prideofhyderabad.org
Contact: +91 7729932987 / 8186963759
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