Tea'sta Fest

D-Startup

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D - Startup

Overview

The Darjeeling Police proudly presents the Tea'sta Fest Darjeeling 2026, an annual celebration of culture, creativity, and community spirit. Scheduled from 9th to 12th December 2026 at Chowrasta, this year’s edition introduces D-Startup, an initiative designed to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.

D-Startup offers local creators, small businesses, and emerging entrepreneurs a dedicated platform to showcase their products, concepts, and ideas to a diverse audience. The initiative aims to foster collaboration, promote grassroots innovation, and support the growth of self-sustaining ventures within the hills.

Exhibition Stalls & Opportunities

  • 1Free exhibition stalls for young entrepreneurs from Darjeeling.
  • 2Showcase innovative local products, from handicrafts and agro-produce to wellness items and other domains.
  • 3Gain real market exposure and network with buyers, investors, and industry professionals.
  • 4Scale ideas into sustainable businesses while promoting local innovation.

Key Dates

  1. 1

    Registration opens

    29 October 2026

  2. 2

    Last date of registration

    25 November 2026

  3. 3

    Selected stalls announced

    1 December 2026

  4. 4

    D-Startup showcase

    9 – 12 December 2026

Coordinators

Registration: Online through the website

Police

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