Ayurveda Institute’s iCAINE Helps ‘MITE OUT’ Startup Idea Win at MSME Hackathon 5.0

In a strong endorsement of its role as a hub of innovation and entrepreneurship, the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), through its incubation centre iCAINE, has achieved a significant milestone at the MSME Idea Hackathon 5.0.

AIIA, the sole Host Institute under the Ministry of Ayush dedicated exclusively to advancing the Ayurveda sector, has successfully supported the selection of a startup idea titled “MITE OUT: A Dual‑Action Non‑Invasive Device for Safe Extraction of Myiasis Larvae in Livestock” (Ref. No.: IDEADL033172), developed by Anneasa Manna and team.

What This Means

• The MSME Idea Hackathon 5.0 encourages students, innovators, and early‑stage entrepreneurs to present high‑potential ideas.
• Selected ideas receive financial assistance of up to ₹15 lakh, along with structured mentorship and incubation support.
• AIIA, through iCAINE, provides end‑to‑end incubation support including technical mentorship, validation, infrastructure access, and strategic guidance.

The startup idea “MITE OUT” is a breakthrough veterinary device designed to safely and non‑invasively remove myiasis larvae (parasitic maggots) from livestock, reducing pain, infection risk, and economic losses for farmers. It merges biomedical engineering with traditional Ayurvedic principles to create a dual‑action solution for animal health.  

What MITE OUT Is

• Type: Startup idea (not yet a full startup)
• Innovation: A dual‑action, non‑invasive device
• Purpose: Safe extraction of myiasis larvae (parasitic maggots) from livestock
• Developed by: Anneasa Manna and team
• Selected under: AIIA–iCAINE at the MSME Idea Hackathon 5.0. 

MITE OUT is a selected startup idea that tackles a critical veterinary challenge. By offering a safe, non‑invasive way to remove harmful larvae from livestock, it helps farmers protect animal health, reduce losses, and improve productivity. Its recognition at MSME Hackathon 5.0 highlights how India’s innovation ecosystem is empowering early‑stage ideas to evolve into impactful enterprises.

Prof. P.K. Prajapati, Director, AIIA, said “This achievement reflects AIIA’s commitment to fostering innovation within the Ayurveda ecosystem. Through iCAINE, we are creating a platform to translate novel ideas into impactful, scalable solutions that contribute to national development and global healthcare advancement.”

Dr. Shivakumar Harthi, In‑charge, AIIA–iCAINE, said, “The selection of ‘MITE OUT’ is a testament to the strength of our incubation ecosystem. We aim to empower innovators with mentorship, infrastructure, and strategic direction to transform ideas into successful enterprises.”

Why It Matters

• Highlights the ingenuity of the innovator and the robust incubation framework fostered by AIIA.
• Strengthens India’s innovation ecosystem by supporting high‑impact ideas.
• Contributes to economic growth, employment generation, and technological advancement.

With its continued commitment, AIIA—through iCAINE—is steadily emerging as a powerhouse of innovation, empowering ideas, enabling startups, and shaping the future of healthcare and allied sectors in India.