The Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami ji, highlighted Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana during the State Budget 2026–27 speech, acknowledging its role in encouraging entrepreneurship among students across Uttarakhand.
An initiative of the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand, and implemented by Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad, the programme has created opportunities for students to explore entrepreneurship, develop enterprise ideas, and begin their entrepreneurial journey.
Students under the programme are building startups, filing patents, and creating employment, contributing to the state’s economic growth. Among students of higher education across Uttarakhand, 300 have started their startups and 1,240 Udyam Aadhaar registrations have been completed. So far, 20 students have also received seed fund support to take their enterprise ideas forward.
This recognition in the State Budget reflects the growing impact of DUY in shaping a strong culture of student entrepreneurship across Uttarakhand.
Guided by the vision of Dr. Sunil Shukla, Director General, EDII and Dr. Amit Kumar Dwivedi, Professor and Director, Department of Government Projects, EDII, and supported by the Department of Higher Education, the programme continues to inspire students to think beyond conventional career paths and build enterprises.
Pushkar Singh Dhami मुख्यमंत्री कार्यालय, उत्तराखंड Dr Dhan Singh Rawat Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad
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Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana is aimed at strengthening entrepreneurship development and Startup ecosystem in higher education campuses through holistic and strategic interventions.
Women are stepping forward as creators, builders, and change makers across Uttarakhand. Through Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand, and implemented by EDII Ahmedabad, many student women entrepreneurs are turning ideas into enterprises in areas such as jute products, handicrafts, home décor, chocolates, services, and D2C e-commerce brands.
Their journeys reflect courage, creativity, and the strength of the right support system. Each enterprise they build strengthens communities and inspires more young women to choose entrepreneurship.
On Women’s Day, we celebrate the spirit of women who dare to create their own paths.
Pushkar Singh Dhami मुख्यमंत्री कार्यालय, उत्तराखंड Dr Dhan Singh Rawat Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad
27/02/2026
Tourism should support locals, not bypass them.
Under Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand, and implemented by Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, ventures are mentored before they scale.
Kartik Pandey, a final semester student of Soban Singh Jeena University, and a mentee under the Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, saw a gap in uttarakhand’s travel system.
Thousands of small transporters and hotel owners depended on intermediaries.
Margins were shrinking.
Digital access was limited.
He asked a direct question.
Why can’t travelers book directly with verified local operators?
That question led to Namaste Saarthi.
India’s first Local-First Travel Network.
From Uttarakhand, the platform connects travelers with:
● Local bus operators
● Private cab providers
● Hotel owners
● Tour organizers
Built with structured mentoring and handholding support under Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana.
Today Namaste Saarthi has:
● 129 verified local partners
● 500+ family members supported
● 150–250 projected jobs as bookings scale
It stands on three pillars:
● Local empowerment
● Transparent pricing
● Safe and reliable travel systems
Pushkar Singh Dhami मुख्यमंत्री कार्यालय, उत्तराखंड Dr Dhan Singh Rawat Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad
Student entrepreneurship needs structure, not just motivation.
Under Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand, and implemented by Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, ideas are mentored before they are scaled.
Shruti Pariyal, a student of Government Degree College, Paukhal, asked a simple question.
Can local resources create income for women?
That question led to Grow Garhwal Jute House.
From her home in Tehri Garhwal, she manufactures:
* Jute bags
* Folders
* Everyday utility items
She started with ₹10,000 of her own savings with continuous mentoring and handholding support.
Today she has:
₹10,000 monthly sales
₹5,000 monthly profit
₹1,20,000 annual revenue
Pushkar Singh Dhami मुख्यमंत्री कार्यालय, उत्तराखंड Dr Dhan Singh Rawat Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad
28/01/2026
Entrepreneurship education under NEP 2020 is designed to move beyond theory and examination-led learning.
Its intent is practice, application, and outcome.
Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand, and implemented by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad, follows this approach across Higher Education Institutions in the state.
Under DUY, online academic sessions are being conducted for the NEP 2020 course on Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
The programme is structured around clear academic and assessment principles.
1️⃣ Academic delivery aligned with NEP 2020
The course follows the pedagogical framework defined under the National Education Policy. It focuses on entrepreneurial thinking, innovation orientation, and venture creation understanding, ensuring academic depth with practical relevance.
2️⃣ Learning beyond classroom instruction
Sessions are delivered online through a structured academic process.
Students engage with conceptual foundations, applied learning, and problem-solving approaches. Entrepreneurship is addressed as an academic discipline with defined outcomes.
3️⃣ Continuous evaluation framework
Student performance is assessed through a continuous evaluation model rather than a single examination. Assessment includes structured assignments and the preparation and submission of a Detailed Project Report. Marks are awarded based on learning application and academic output.
4️⃣ Detailed Project Report as a core academic outcome
The DPR serves as a central component of evaluation. It assesses idea clarity, market understanding, feasibility thinking, and venture planning skills. This builds discipline in structured enterprise development.
5️⃣Coverage across academic levels
The programme engages both undergraduate and postgraduate students across institutions in Uttarakhand. This enables early exposure to entrepreneurship, structured skill development, and consistent academic standards.
Through this approach, DUY is strengthening entrepreneurship education as a formal academic process.
Aligned with national policy.
Measured through defined outcomes.
Anchored in practice.
Pushkar Singh Dhami मुख्यमंत्री कार्यालय, उत्तराखंड Dr Dhan Singh Rawat PMO India Ministry of Education Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad
26/01/2026
Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Department of Higher Education, Govt. of Uttarakhand and implemented by EDII, celebrates the 77th Republic Day with pride and patriotism.
Wishing you all a very Happy Republic Day.
.uk .dhansinghrawat
19/01/2026
Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Dept. of Higher Education, Govt. of Uttarakhand and implemented by EDII Ahmedabad, organized an online seminar on Entrepreneurship: A Wave of Change and Digital Marketing for Entrepreneurs on the occasion of National Startup Day, the session highlighted how entrepreneurs drive change, create value, and solve real-world problems using digital marketing tools.
.uk .dhansinghrawat
15/01/2026
Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Dept. of Higher Education, Govt. of Uttarakhand and implemented by EDII Ahmedabad is organizing an online training session on the occasion of National Startup Day.
.uk .dhansinghrawat
07/01/2026
Meet Nandini, founder of Ecoluxe.
Nandini is a student of Moti Ram Babu Ram Govt. PG College, Haldwani, Uttarakhand and a mentee under the Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand, implemented by EDII Ahmedabad.
She is building Ecoluxe as a home-based soaps manufacturing unit in the FMCG space. Her product line includes:
👉Soap paper designed for travellers and tourism use
👉Handmade soaps
👉Herbal shampoo
👉Herbal hair scrub
Through DUY, she received mentoring and hands-on support in enterprise registration, branding, packaging design, and business planning. With steady sales, personal investment, and local market reach, Nandini has taken her first steps from idea to enterprise.
.uk .dhansinghrawat
01/01/2026
From the majestic peaks of Uttarakhand to the global stage, Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana continues to empower students and young minds to think independently, build enterprises, and create local impact.
Wishing our partners, mentors, and the entire entrepreneurial community a year of limitless reach and peak performance.
Happy New Year 2026 from Team DUY!
Pushkar Singh Dhami मुख्यमंत्री कार्यालय, उत्तराखंड Dr Dhan Singh Rawat Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad
Meet Sahitya Bisht, founder of Chakhlate from Haldwani, Uttarakhand.
She is a student of Moti Ram Baburam Government P.G. College and a mentee under the Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Higher Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand, implemented by Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India.
Sahitya’s venture, Chakhlate, is a premium artisanal chocolate brand inspired by the cultural richness and natural flavours of Uttarakhand.
Each chocolate is handcrafted using high-quality ingredients and regional infusions, bringing Himalayan purity, craftsmanship, and elegance together in every bite.
Through DUY, she received guidance and support in FSSAI registration, packaging, and brand building, helping her strengthen and grow her business.
.uk .dhansinghrawat
Meet Sahiba Mansoori, co-founder of New-Dash, along with her sister Arzoo, from Karnaprayag, Chamoli, Uttarakhand.
Sahiba is a student of Dr. Shivanand Nautiyal Government P.G. College, Karnaprayag and a mentee under the Devbhoomi Udyamita Yojana, an initiative of the Higher Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand and implemented by EDII.
Through New-Dash, the sisters are building a handicraft and home décor venture that turns waste materials into art, creating value, livelihoods, and purpose in the hills.
Pushkar Singh Dhami मुख्यमंत्री कार्यालय, उत्तराखंड Dr Dhan Singh Rawat Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand
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