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eChai Startup Demo Day in Surat

eChai Ventures and Provyz Coworking are hosting the May 2023 edition of eChai Startup Demo Day in Surat on 27th May, Saturday from 6 pm to 8 pm.

eChai Ventures and Provyz Coworking are hosting the May 2023 edition of eChai Startup Demo Day in Surat on 27th May, Saturday from 6 pm to 8 pm.

Saturday, 27 May 2023
6:00–8:00 PM IST
Provyz Coworking, Ground Floor, B-wing, SNS Atria, Vesu, Surat.
Surat

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