Via & Solar Vidarbha Udyog Gaurav Awards

For the longest time, Vidarbha has struggled to bridge the gap between excellence and recognition. Today, the region is home to some of the finest minds of creativity and commerce, and yet there aren’t enough platforms that offer opportunities for these geniuses to showcase their talent, earn credibility and garner appreciation for their work. Fortunately, as industry-led development takes front-footing across the country, Vidarbha Industries Association has taken upon itself to create an incredible platform that celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of Vidarbha.

Presenting VIA & SOLAR Vidarbha Udyog Gaurav Awards 2021, a colossal evening orchestrated to honour the torch bearers of excellence in the region. An evening dedicated to the entrepreneurs and industrialists who, through their continuous efforts, have succeeded not only in setting benchmarks for others to get inspired by and follow suit but have also helped galvanise the socio-economic growth of Vidarbha. In its fourth year of existence, VIA & SOLAR Vidarbha Udyog Gaurav Awards 2021 invites participation in categories like Best Large-Scale Industries, Best Medium-Scale Industries, Best Small-Scale Industries, Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, Best Startup of the Region, Most Promising unit in Developing Districts (Nagpur Division) – I, Most Promising unit in Developing Districts (Amravati Division) – II, Best Exporter of the Region, Best Service Provider and a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Awards Categories

Large Scale Industry

Large-scale manufacturing units operating in any district in Vidarbha. Having an investment in plant or machinery, and equipment of more than 50 crores and a Turnover of more than 250 crores.

Medium Scale Industry

Medium-scale manufacturing units operating in any district in Vidarbha. Having an investment in plant or machinery and equipment between Rs. 10 crores to Rs. 50 crores and a Turnover upto 250 crores.

Small Scale Industry

Small-scale manufacturing units operating in any district in Vidarbha. Having an investment in plant or machinery and equipment upto Rs. 10 crores and a Turnover upto 50 crores.

Woman Entrepreneur Of The Year

All manufacturing units with at least one woman founder or directly promoter in any district in Vidarbha

Best Start Up Of The Region

Manufacturing/Services unit with operations of less than 5 years in any district in Vidarbha. Technology Driven or Disruptive Business. Preferred to have Startup India Certificate.

Most Promising Unit In Developing Districts(Amravati Division)

All units operating or manufacturing unit in three districts in Amravati Division of Vidarbha having least Gross District Domestic Product (GDDP). Companies from – Akola, Washim & Buldhana

Most Promising Unit In Developing Districts(Nagpur Division)

All units operating or manufacturing unit in three districts of Nagpur Division in Vidarbha having least Gross District Domestic Product (GDDP). Companies from – Gondia, Bhandara, Gadchiroli.