Ramban| : The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) organized a Startup Idea Challenge Boot Camp at Government Degree College (GDC), Ramban to promote innovation, entrepreneurship and creative thinking among students. The event drew an enthusiastic response with students, while 05 participants pitched their innovative business ideas.
Prof. Satish Kumar, Principal of the College graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. He highlighted the potential of the startup ecosystem in driving regional and national development and the importance of empowering youth to become job creators.
A detailed session on the J&K Startup Policy 2024–27 was delivered by Tasneef Rasool Parray, District Nodal Officer, JKEDI Ramban. A key highlight of the event was the idea pitching session where five aspiring entrepreneurs presented their ideas before a distinguished jury comprising faculty members of the college, a representative from the Jammu and Kashmir Bank and officials of the JKEDI. The boot camp served as a vibrant platform for idea exchange, entrepreneurial learning and motivation – further reinforcing JKEDI’s mission to nurture innovation and strengthen the startup ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir.
The J&K Startup Idea Challenge, inaugurated on July 10 by the Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister during a Startup and Entrepreneurship Meet at JKEDI, will cover all districts of the Union Territory through 46 boot camps and multiple workshops under the overall supervision of Director JKEDI.
The shortlisted participants will undergo mentoring and pitch training at the JKEDI’s Pampore and Bari Brahmana campuses before competing in the Grand Finale. The best 20 ideas will be presented before a jury of industry experts, investors and policymakers, with winners receiving prizes, incentives and incubation support at JKEDI and partner incubators across J&K.
