Rajouri | : Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) on Friday organized the Startup India Challenge at the University Auditorium, Polytechnic Block. Registrar BGSBU Abhishek Sharma was the Chief Guest.
The Registrar in his detailed address emphasized the significance of startup initiatives in shaping the future of innovation and entrepreneurship. He urged students to actively engage in developing sustainable business ideas. He further assured that the University is committed to provide an enabling platform to make it a hub of startup culture. He informed the gathering that the University would soon invite Business pioneers of national repute to interact with students and guide them on their entrepreneurial journeys. He also revealed that several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with leading institutions and organizations are in the pipeline to strengthen the startup ecosystem at the University. Moreover, he announced that a National Advisory Committee will soon be constituted to provide expert mentorship and strategic direction to aspiring entrepreneurs at BGSBU.
The program began with a Welcome Address by Dr. A. A. Shah, Faculty In-charge, Startup and Innovation Cell, who reiterated the University’s commitment to fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem. This was followed by the address of the Chief Guest.
The Keynote Address was delivered by Dr. Mubashir Malik, Head, Department of Information Technology & Engineering (ITE). Mehraj, District Nodal Officer JKEDI also gave a detailed presentation on various startup programs and opportunities offered by JKEDI for aspiring entrepreneurs.
During the event, 17 innovative startup ideas were presented before a jury comprising four distinguished judges. After thorough evaluation and deliberations, three ideas were shortlisted for the final round of assessment.
The program witnessed enthusiastic participation of about 500 students, along with Deans, Principals, Directors, Heads of Departments, University Officers, JKEDI officials and other dignitaries. The event served as a dynamic platform for students to showcase their entrepreneurial potential and engage with experts from academia and industry.
