iLEAD Kolkata | Connecting the Dots Ep. 4 ๐๏ธ
What does it really take to grow from self-doubt to building something of your own?
In Episode 4 of Connecting the Dots, Amit Mishra (BCA) sits down with Aastha Agarwal, Media Science (2021) alumna and founder of Eponic, to talk about the real journey behind confidence, creativity, and starting a business from scratch.
From being a quiet student figuring things out to exploring events, dance, leadership, and eventually entrepreneurship, Aastha shares how stepping out of her comfort zone during college shaped who she is today.
This isnโt just about building a brand.
Itโs about building yourself along the way.
From small beginnings and self-doubt to managing responsibilities, leading a team, and navigating the realities of running a business, this conversation is honest, relatable, and full of takeaways for anyone still figuring things out.
Because sometimes, the biggest transformation isnโt what you create,
itโs who you become in the process.
Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel @/ileadkol ๐
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iLEAD Kolkata
Premiere School of Business, Creativity & Technology recognized globally for its academic excellence
The Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Development (iLEAD) is a world-class premier institute based in Kolkata, offering degree courses in Media, Management, Design, Technology, Allied Health, Tourism, and other professional studies at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels under the iLEAD School of Business, iLEAD School of Creativity, and iLEAD School of Science and Technology. R
25/04/2026
iLEAD Kolkata | Top Institute for Creative, Business & Tech Education
What truly sets iLEAD apart isnโt just what you study, but what you leave with.
More than a degree, you graduate with a portfolio that reflects real work, a network that opens doors, and experiences that shape how you think, create, and lead. Built around a skill-first approach, iLEAD focuses on making students industry-ready from day one, through practical learning, mentorship, and exposure that goes beyond classrooms.
With three distinct schools: Creativity, Business, and Science & Technology, the learning ecosystem is designed to give you both depth and direction. Whether itโs media, management, design, or tech, every programme is structured to build clarity, capability, and confidence over a 4-year journey.
From foundation and exploration in the early years to internships, specialisation, and portfolio-building in the final years, the focus remains consistent: real-world readiness. Add to that an inclusive, ragging-free campus culture, central city location, and a strong emphasis on sustainability, and you begin to see the difference.
An AICTE-approved, MAKAUT-affiliated institution, iLEAD is recognised for academic excellence, innovation, and sustainability, and is among the select institutions associated with the Stanford Seed Transformation Program.
Because at iLEAD, education is not just about getting placed.
Itโs about becoming someone who can create opportunities.
Admissions Open for 2026.
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24/04/2026
iLEAD Kolkata | AI & Machine Learning in Space Science | Special Session by Dr. Sanmoy Bandyopadhyay ๐
From microscopic data to cosmic exploration, the session on โJourney from Microscope to Telescope using AI/MLโ brought together technology, research, and real-world application in one space.
Organized by the Department of Computer Application, in collaboration with the Departments of Cyber Security and Data Science, under the School of Science & Technology, the session explored how AI/ML is shaping advancements in space science and research.
Led by Dr. Sanmoy Bandyopadhyay, Assistant Professor (SNU, Kolkata) and Senior Project Associate with the Aditya-L1 Support Cell, the discussion gave students a deeper understanding of how data, algorithms, and innovation intersect in cutting-edge scientific work.
From practical insights to future possibilities, the session opened up new ways of looking at AI beyond the classroom, connecting theory with real-world impact.
If youโre looking to build a career in tech, data, or emerging technologies:
๐ Explore programmes at iLEAD Kolkata:
โข BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications)
โข B.Sc in Data Science
โข B.Sc in Cyber Security
Learn more at:
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24/04/2026
iLEAD Kolkata | BBA in Travel & Tourism Management | Internship Stories โ๏ธ
Students from BBA in Travel & Tourism Management are gaining real-world exposure across travel and hospitality brands, stepping into professional environments where planning, coordination, and customer experience come together.
Featuring:
Aritri Chakraborty โ Offbit Travels
Shreyangsha Roy Chowdhury โ Trip Therapy
Shruti Dhali โ Hotel Travelia
Tanisha Naskar โ Offbit Travels
From handling travel operations to understanding client needs and service delivery, these internships offer a practical view of how the industry functions beyond theory.
Each experience builds confidence, adaptability, and industry insight, preparing students for careers in a fast-paced, experience-driven sector.
Because in travel, understanding the journey matters just as much as reaching the destination.
Admissions Open for 2026.
Explore our 4 year program of BBA in Travel and Tourism Management. Learn more at:
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23/04/2026
iLEAD Kolkata | Multi departmental Heritage Photography & Filmmaking Trip | Murshidabad ๐ธโจ
Three days. One historic city. Countless stories.
The multi-departmental trip to Murshidabad brought students into direct engagement with Bengalโs layered heritage, turning real locations into spaces for observation, exploration, and creation.
Staying at the House of Sheherwali, a restored sustainable museum-hotel on the banks of the Bhagirathi, students experienced heritage not just as subjects to capture, but as spaces to live in, understand, and interpret.
From palace complexes and riverbanks to hidden cemeteries, temples, and silk weaving clusters, students worked across diverse environments, documenting architecture, culture, and everyday life.
The focus moved beyond exploration into hands-on creation:
โข Street and documentary photography
โข Visual storytelling and filmmaking
โข Group-based creative projects
โข Early morning shoots across heritage locations
Workshops, screenings, and feedback sessions helped refine how they see, shoot, and build narratives.
More than a trip, it was a shift in perspective, from capturing visuals to understanding stories.
Admissions Open for 2026.
Learn more at:
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23/04/2026
iLEAD Kolkata | BBA General | Internship Stories ๐ผ
Real learning begins when students step into real work environments.
Students from BBA General at iLEAD Kolkata are gaining hands-on experience across corporate and financial sectors through internships with leading organisations.
Featuring:
Niten Kumar Nath โ HDFC Life (Financial Advisor)
Pragga Saha โ HDFC Life (Financial Advisor)
Sanchita Mitra โ Future Talent Advisory (HR)
Anay Saha โ HDFC Life (Financial Advisor)
Arnabi Bera โ Future Talent Advisory (HR)
Debjyoti Dasgupta โ HDFC Life (Financial Advisor)
Iqra Siddiqui โ Future Talent Advisory (HR)
Jahanvi Banka โ HDFC Life (Financial Advisor)
Md Ahtesham โ Prep Med (BDE)
These experiences are helping students understand how industries function beyond theory, building confidence, professional skills, and clarity in career paths.
At iLEAD Kolkata, students donโt just study business.
They experience it.
Explore our 4 year program in BBA General. Learn more at:
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iLEAD Kolkata | ARTVORTEX 2026 ๐จ๐ฅ
Two days. Multiple categories. Endless creativity.
ARTVORTEX 2026, organized by the Department of Animation, turned the campus into a live canvas where ideas moved from imagination to ex*****on in real time.
From Clay-Zy Creative and Forgecraft to Linea Mixta, Mysterium Artis, and Eco-Nexus, every category saw students push boundaries, experiment with materials, and bring concepts to life with precision and originality.
What stood out wasnโt just the outcomes, but the process,
the textures, the builds, the iterations, and the decisions behind every piece.
ARTVORTEX wasnโt just about competing.
It was about creating under pressure, thinking on your feet, and owning your craft.
๐ Congratulations to all the winners who stood out with their creativity, originality, and ex*****on, and to every participant who brought their ideas to life and made ARTVORTEX 2026 what it was.
Explore our 4 year program in Bsc. Multimedia, Animation and Graphics Design.
Learn More at:
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22/04/2026
iLEAD Kolkata | Masterclass By Prof. Sankar Kumar Mukherjee | BBA in Travel & Tourism Management
A masterclass by Professor Sankar Kumar Mukherjee (Assistant Professor, Amity Institute of Travel and Tourism, Amity University, Kolkata) explored the topic โRural Tourism in Sundarbans: Problems, Prospects and Sustainable Development.โ
The session offered students a deeper perspective on how tourism functions in ecologically sensitive and culturally rich regions like the Sundarbans. From infrastructure and accessibility challenges to the role of local communities and sustainable practices, the discussion highlighted how tourism can be developed responsibly while creating real economic impact.
Students engaged with the realities of rural tourism, understanding that growth in this sector is not just about promotion, but about balance, between development, environment, and livelihood.
The session reinforced an important idea:
Tourism is not just about travel. It is about impact.
If you want to build a career in an industry that connects people, places, and purpose,
Explore our 4 year program in BBA in Travel & Tourism Management.
Learn More at:
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iLead Kolkata | Learning Meets Industry | Testimonials
What does it really mean to learn in an environment that is connected to the industry you want to be a part of?
At iLEAD Kolkata, that answer often comes through the people who walk into the campus, not just as guests, but as voices shaping the way students see their future.
From actors and filmmakers to storytellers and media professionals, some of the most recognised names across the industry have spent time interacting with students, sharing their journeys, perspectives, and real experiences of working in the field.
From appreciating the student-friendly environment and infrastructure to recognising the awareness, confidence, and clarity among students, these interactions reflected something deeper, how learning here is shaped not just by curriculum, but by constant engagement with the real world.
Because when students get to hear directly from people who are actively working in the industry, the gap between learning and doing becomes a little smaller.
Featuring voices like R. Madhavan, Ram Gopal Varma, Mushtaq Khan, Barun Chanda, Mir Afsar Ali, Parambrata Chattopadhyay, Abir Chatterjee, Anindya Sengupta, and Gaurav Chakraborty, this is what it looks like when education meets industry, in the most direct way possible.
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21/04/2026
iLEAD Kolkata | Lens & Light Workshop | Optometry
Understanding vision begins with understanding the tools behind it.
The Department of Optometry, School of Science & Technology, iLEAD, in collaboration with Modern Surgical, conducted Lens & Light: Instruments in Clinical Practice, a workshop designed to bridge theory with real clinical application.
The session offered students direct exposure to ophthalmic instruments, combining interactive learning with hands-on clinical experience. From observing equipment up close to understanding how each instrument functions within diagnosis and treatment, students gained practical insights into the realities of optometric practice.
More than just a demonstration, the workshop focused on building familiarity, confidence, and technical understandingโkey elements required in clinical environments.
Because in healthcare, precision is not just learned, it is practiced.
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