Institute Innovation and Incubation Council, NIT Durgapur

Team Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) in collaboration with the Institute's Innovation and Incubation Cell (IIIC) was delighted to conduct a motivational session led by a renowned entrepreneur and startup founder.

This session was designed not only to motivate but also to provide practical insights and actionable advice for budding entrepreneurs through highlighting the challenges faced, strategies implemented for growth, and the mindset needed to persevere and succeed.

We thank you for joining us for an unforgettable session of motivation and learning!

Team Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC), in collaboration with the Institute's Innovation and Incubation Cell (IIIC), was thrilled to conduct an upcoming motivational session featuring some of the most successful innovators in our community.

This event aimed to inspire, educate, and empower our attendees by showcasing real-life success stories, the challenges overcome by these innovators, and the paths they took to bring their visions to life.

We thank you for joining us for an insightful evening!

Team Entrepreneurship Development Cell, in collaboration with the Institute’s Innovation and Incubation council conducted a workshop on “Achieving Problem-Solution Fit and Product-Market Fit.” on 29th February, 2024.

The keynote speaker for this event was Dr. Sandip Kumar Lahiri, faculty from the Department of Chemical Engineering, NIT Durgapur. The Innovation and Incubation Council, Ministry of Education, has bestowed upon Dr. Lahiri the title of Innovation Ambassador, acknowledging his aim to fuel the spirit of entrepreneurship among the youth as well as the academic community.

We thank Dr. Lahiri for joining us on 29th February, 2024 at 2:30 pm for an exciting session discussing and studying market shifts and advancements in the field of entrepreneurship.

Team Entrepreneurship Development Cell, in collaboration with the Institute’s Innovation and Incubation council was delighted to conduct a workshop on “Entrepreneurship Skill, Attitude and Behaviour Development” on 19th January, 2024, at 2:30 pm

Our keynote speaker for this event was Dr. Sayantari Ghosh, from the Department of Physics, NIT Durgapur. The Ministry of Education's Innovation and Incubation Council awarded Dr. Ghosh the title of Innovation Ambassador in recognition of her success in fostering an entrepreneurial spirit among students, academics, and professionals alike.

Dr. Ghosh joined us for an insightful session aimed at developing and nurturing an entrepreneurial ecosystem and promoting new and innovative ideas throughout the institute.

Team Entrepreneurship Development Cell in collaboration with the Institute’s Innovation and Incubation council was delighted to conduct a workshop on “Entrepreneurship and Innovation as Career Opportunity.”

The keynote speaker for this event was Dr. Sandip Kumar Lahiri, faculty from the Department of Chemical Engineering, NIT Durgapur. The Innovation and Incubation Council has recognized Dr. Lahiri as an Innovation Ambassador, appreciating his unwavering commitments to inspire students and professionals along the path of entrepreneurial success.

We thank Dr. Lahiri for an insightful session on 11th September, at 2:30 pm, helping us explore the plethora of career opportunities under the domain of entrepreneurship.

Team Entrepreneurship Development Cell in collaboration with the Institute’s Innovation and Incubation council conducted a workshop on “Process of Innovation Development, Technology Readiness Level(TRL); Commercialization of Lab Technologies Tech-Transfer” on 29th January, 2024, at 2:30 pm.

The keynote speaker for this event was Dr. Sandip Kumar Lahiri, from the department of Chemical Engineering. Recognized by the Ministry of Education, Dr. Lahiri is a recipient of the title of Innovation Ambassador for his unending efforts to promote the spirit of Entrepreneurship and innovation throughout the institute.

In this workshop, we dived deep into the fields of technology commercialization and innovation development, helping transform ideas into viable and profitable solutions.

Team Entrepreneurship Development Cell in collaboration with the Institute's Innovation and Incubation Council was pleased to conduct a workshop on “Varied aspects of Critical thinking as well as Innovation Design.”

The keynote speaker for the event was Dr. Aniruddha Bhattacharya from the department of Electrical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, who has been designated as an Innovation Advisor by the Ministry of India's Innovation and Incubation Council.

We thank Sir for joining us on 12th of January at 2:30 pm for an insightful session that delves into the aspects of critical thinking in the field of design and development, thus inspiring the spirit of entrepreneurship in the journey to success.

Team Entrepreneurship Development Cell in collaboration with the Institute's Innovation and Incubation Council was delighted to conduct an informative workshop on "Problem Solving and Ideation".

The keynote speaker for the event was Dr. Arjyajyoti Goswami from the department of Mechanical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Durgapur. The Indian ministry's Innovation and Incubation Council has recognized Dr. Goswami's efforts and diligence in inspiring entrepreneurship among students, academicians and professors .

We thank Dr. Goswami for joining us on 8th November, 2023 at 5:30pm and sharing his expertise, empowering our journey towards entrepreneurial success.

It's the moment we've all been waiting for – the grand unveiling of the SIH champion! We're absolutely thrilled to share our exhilarating results with you.

The Smart India Hackathon stands as a genuinely magnificent nationwide event. After a rigorous internal assessment of all the remarkable teams, we have an electrifying list of winners.Check your email for further details.

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants for their outstanding contributions. Your dedication and talent made SIH a resounding success. Stay tuned for future opportunities to showcase your abilities.
Once again, congratulations to our winners!

Are you ready to embark on a journey of innovation and problem-solving? IIC, NIT Durgapur is thrilled to announce Internal Hackathon in preparation for Smart India Hackathon 2023!

Smart India Hackathon 2023 empowers students to tackle real-world issues, fostering innovation and problem-solving and aims to cultivate a culture of sustainable innovation.

Details regarding schedule:

Date & Time: September 21, 12:30 pm onwards & September 22, 9 am onwards
Venue: Conference Room, Chemical Engg Department

Unleash your creativity and innovate solutions for real-world challenges, connect with mentors, and industry experts, win exciting prizes and certificates.

The registered teams will be contacted shortly with further details.

Playlist 1: School Innovation Ambassador Training Program

Embark on a journey with School Innovation Ambassador Training Program (SIATP) led by experts like Dr. Abhay Jere and Director Mohit Gambhir. Learn its mission, the pivotal role of Innovation Ambassadors, and the creation of School Innovation Councils. Dive into school data, strategies, and SIATP's five modules, witnessing Ambassadors revolutionize education.

Link to the playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmP9QrmTNPqCU1FhvT72PBWnXvXWRlS_D&si=_UAplsToD7lF2-CR

Playlist 2: Financial Literacy and Business Insights

Unlock the world of finance and entrepreneurship in this playlist. Learn vital financial concepts, turning your ideas into thriving businesses. Master cash flow, stock exchanges, and key decision metrics. Discover startup registration, government benefits, and funding opportunities. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or investor, this playlist ensures your journey to financial literacy and business success.

Link to the playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmP9QrmTNPqBGq1hh7G3sGyWRmxF_krNO&si=FLynREpRwEunafC4

Playlist 3: E-Talks

E-Talks is one of the flagship events of E-Summit, which includes live interactions with well-known entrepreneurs and influencers to share their success stories and struggles.
In recent years, we had keynote speakers including Iqlipse Nova, Aman Dhattarwal, Prajakta Koli and Kiran Bedi. These sessions offer direct access to valuable insights, expertise, and interactive engagement, enabling real-time learning, and ultimately empowering and enriching personal and professional lives.

Link to the playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrqzfIjoj0XL66vESf5WdObclmanWcLbV&si=qnCzjRLRc3YwKkjR

Team Entrepreneurship Development Cell in collaboration with the Institute's Innovation and Incubation Council, is pleased to announce a workshop on “Angel Investment/VC Funding Opportunity for Early Stage Entrepreneurs.”

The keynote speaker for the event will be Dr. Arjyajyoti Goswami from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Durgapur. The Indian ministry's Innovation and Incubation Council has recognized Dr. Goswami's efforts in inspiring entrepreneurship among students, academics, and professors.

Join us for an insightful entrepreneurial event where Dr. Goswami will share his expertise, empowering your journey to business success.

Date: 30th August at 6 pm