The Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell) of LNCTS successfully hosted Eureka ’24, a pitching competition designed to enhance entrepreneurial skills and showcase innovative business ideas among students. Held on September 28, 2024, this event marked a significant milestone in E-Cell LNCTS’s mission to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs.
The event featured esteemed guests, including Dr. V.N. Bartaria, Principal of LNCTS, Dr. Amitbodh Upadhyay, OSD of LNCTS, Dr. Bhupesh Gour, HOD of CSE/CY, Bhawna Pillai, and Dr. Ashish Khare, Senior Faculty at LNCTS.
Dr. V.N. Bartaria opened the event with a welcome address, emphasizing the importance of fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among students and highlighting LNCTS’s commitment to nurturing innovation. He stressed the institution’s support for initiatives like E-Cell, encouraging students to explore their entrepreneurial potential and contribute meaningfully to society.
Following him, Dr. Amitbodh Upadhyay shared valuable insights on the necessity for students to develop practical skills alongside their academic knowledge. He encouraged participants to leverage platforms like Eureka to transform their business ideas into impactful startups and reiterated the college’s unwavering support for student entrepreneurship.
Dr. Bhupesh Gour delivered an inspiring speech, discussing the vital role of entrepreneurship and the robust support provided by the LNCT group of colleges for aspiring entrepreneurs. He urged students to seize the opportunities offered by E-Cell to realize their innovative ideas and reminded them of the personal and professional growth that comes from entrepreneurial endeavors.
The event included a lamp-lighting ceremony in front of Goddess Saraswati, symbolizing the beginning of a new chapter of learning and growth for the budding entrepreneurs at LNCTS.
Harsh Kanojiya, the E-Cell lead, introduced the club, outlining its mission, future goals, and initiatives aimed at supporting student entrepreneurs. He expressed gratitude to everyone involved in making E-Cell a success and emphasized the club’s commitment to nurturing innovative minds and fostering an entrepreneurial culture on campus.
The judging panel for Eureka ’24 comprised Mr. Karan Kumar, an accomplished entrepreneur, and Ms. Diti Maurya, a successful business leader. Both judges shared insights from their own entrepreneurial journeys, offering valuable advice and encouragement to participants, motivating them to stay resilient and bold in their ventures.
The highlight of the event was the Eureka Pitching Competition, where student teams presented their business ideas. Each pitch was followed by insightful questions from the judges, who provided constructive feedback while assessing the feasibility, innovation, and potential of each business model.
After the competition, Dr. V.N. Bartaria, Dr. Amitbodh Upadhyay, and Dr. Bhupesh Gour personally interacted with participants, offering words of encouragement and sharing thoughts on the importance of perseverance in entrepreneurship. They emphasized LNCTS’s commitment to supporting students in turning their ideas into impactful startups.
Eureka ’24 concluded on a high note, inspiring students to further develop their ideas and embark on their entrepreneurial journeys. The event was a resounding success, reinforcing E-Cell LNCTS’s mission to promote entrepreneurship and innovation on campus. It laid the groundwork for more exciting initiatives aimed at cultivating a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem at LNCTS and reaffirmed the commitment to fostering innovation and building a strong foundation for future entrepreneurs at the institution.
