Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Bharat Ventures Summit (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring transparency in how we handle it.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you access our website:
https://bharatventures.ramartham.org/

This policy is governed in accordance with applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and the Information Technology Act, 2000.

2. Consent

By registering on our platform or submitting your information, you explicitly consent to:

• Collection and processing of your personal and professional data
• Use of your submitted information for event-related purposes
• Sharing of relevant details with investors, partners, and stakeholders during the event

If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using the platform.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

4. Purpose of Data Collection

Your information is used for the following purposes:

• Event registration and participant verification
• Managing startup applications and participation
• Reviewing submitted pitch decks and documents
• Sending important event-related communications and updates
• Coordinating networking, investor access, and event logistics
• Maintaining internal records and ensuring legal compliance

5. Communication Policy

By registering, you agree to receive:

• Event updates and announcements
• Important notifications via email, phone calls, SMS, or WhatsApp

Currently, there is no automated unsubscribe mechanism. However, you may request to stop communications by contacting us.

6. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell or commercially distribute your personal data.

However, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Your submitted information (including pitch decks and startup details) may be shared with investors, partners, or stakeholders for evaluation, networking, or collaboration
• Such sharing is limited to event-related interactions and not for public distribution
• We may disclose data if required by law, regulation, or legal process

7. Data Storage & Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your data against:

• Unauthorized access
• Loss, misuse, or alteration

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data for:

• The duration necessary to conduct and manage the event
• Legitimate business and legal purposes

After this period, your data may be securely deleted or archived.

9. Your Rights

Under applicable law, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services such as Razorpay for payment processing. These services operate under their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.

11. Cookies & Tracking

We currently do not use cookies, analytics tools, or advertising trackers on this website.

12. Children’s Privacy

We do not impose specific age restrictions. However, users are expected to provide accurate and lawful information while using the platform.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

14. Contact Information

For any questions or data-related requests, contact us: