BHAU - Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Leadership

At COEP's Bhau Institute, every spark of innovation adds to the light of progress.
This Diwali, we celebrate our entrepreneurs, mentors, and changemakers who turn ideas into impact.

Here’s to brighter ventures and bolder dreams! 🪔

We at the COEP's Bhau Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Leadership’s are proud to celebrate the success of our incubatee CEREBROSPARK INNOVATIONS, who have been honoured with the Best Startup Award 2025 at The Customer Conclave, organised by the Auto Cluster Development and Research Institute.

This recognition highlights their relentless innovation, customer-focused solutions, and impactful contributions to the drone industry.

Congratulations to the Cerebrospark team for this remarkable achievement — we are excited to continue supporting your journey of building a future driven by technology and innovation.

Happening today! 22nd Aug, 2:30 pm onwards!
COEP Bhau Institute's Social Innovation Summit 2025 – a celebration of bold ideas and transformative solutions for society and the environment.

Here’s what you can look forward to!

We are delighted to announce the Keynote Speaker for our upcoming Social Innovation Summit 2025 – Shri Vilas Tawde, Advisor & Oil & Gas Professional, Former Managing Director & CEO of Essar Oil & Gas Exploration and Production Ltd.

With decades of leadership experience in the energy sector, Shri Tawde has been at the forefront of driving innovation, sustainability, and transformative strategies in one of the world’s most critical industries.

His keynote will bring unique insights on the intersection of energy, innovation, and societal impact—setting the stage for thought-provoking discussions and bold ideas that shape the future.

Event Details
Date: Friday, 22nd August 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (followed by networking over high tea)
Venue: COEP’s Bhau Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Leadership, Pune

This is an unmissable opportunity to hear from a distinguished leader and engage with innovators who are redefining solutions for society and the environment.

Register now at the link in our bio!

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Meet our Top 10 Social Innovators:

1. SUCHET AGRO LLP – Pruthviraj Slurry Filter
A filter that removes sediments from Jeevamrut, enabling drip irrigation and automation. Saves time, reduces labor, and supports organic farming.
2. THE KAPDA PROJECT – Sustainability for All
An upcycled fashion brand reducing textile waste and empowering women’s self-help groups. Promotes circular fashion and sustainable livelihoods.
3. AgrowSure Products and Innovations Pvt. Ltd
Develops climate-resilient farm machines for small farmers. Enhances productivity and rural entrepreneurship across 20,000+ farmers.
4. NEURO RISHTI – Smart AI Glasses
Affordable glasses for the visually impaired that read text, detect faces, and give real-time audio feedback. Boosts independence and safety.
5. BABYCUE PRIVATE LIMITED
A rapid diagnostic tool to differentiate bacterial and viral diarrhea in children. Improves treatment, reduces child mortality and antibiotic misuse.
6. Nuviatech Devices Pvt. Ltd – SPARSH 360
A smart neonatal device treating jaundice and hypothermia together. Compact, affordable, and designed for rural healthcare settings.
7. Ares Systems Pvt Ltd – Enabling the Hydrogen Economy
Affordable, membrane-less electrolyzer for green hydrogen production. Increases efficiency and scalability in clean energy solutions.
8. Rudranjali Innovative Agritech
AI-powered mini sugarcane harvester for small farms. Reduces manual labor, increases safety, and makes harvesting cost-effective.
9. Avasar – Building Opportunity Layer for Bharat
A digital work platform connecting rural India to gig and task-based income. Empowers users through financial literacy and verified micro-tasks.
10. Avinya Vegan Leather Pvt. Ltd
Produces plant-based vegan leather from crop waste. Offers a cruelty-free, sustainable alternative to animal and synthetic leather.

Do join gathering of bold ideas, purpose-driven entrepreneurship, and inspiring social innovators!

Friday, 22nd August 2025
2 PM – 6 PM (followed by networking over high tea)
Venue: COEP’s Bhau Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Leadership, Pune

Register at the link in our bio!

COEP's Bhau Institute wishes you a Happy Independence Day — celebrating the freedom that sparks innovation, advances technology, and empowers startups to shape India’s future.

We were glad to partner and organise a power packed session on Startup Innovation Festival – Pune with MIT Nanda (from Boston) for AI Agentic Web: "AI First Kumbh Mela"

The keynote speaker Dr Ramesh Raskar addressed a dynamic gathering designed to spotlight breakthrough projects and startups at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and societal impact.

This year, join forces with MIT Nanda Agentic Web, bringing together innovators, thought leaders, and visionaries from across the ecosystem.

Dr Raskar also gave valuable insights on how the participants can:
- Present their innovative solution for the Kumbh Mela directly to investors, industry representatives, and global thought leaders.
- Collaborate on curated problem statements or bring their own bold idea. All innovations are welcome!
- Latest updates on the wider Kumbhathon and Project NANDA initiatives.

This is a $2B opportunity for startups, investors and corporate R&D!!

| Indian STEPs and Business Incubators Association (ISBA) | MIT Media Lab

COEP’s Bhau Institute is proud to welcome SMARTSA to our incubation family!

SMARTSA is tackling India’s foundational math crisis with an AI-powered platform that identifies learning gaps and delivers personalized, gamified practice for students in Grades 6–12.

We’re excited to support their mission to build stronger, more confident learners across the country.

*Unlock the Power of IP – Secure Your Innovation Globally!*

COEP’s Bhau Institute presents an insightful Mentoring Clinic on:
“Strategies for Global Protection: From Patents to Design and Trademarks”
With Vedant Pujari, Founder of Accures Legal – a leading voice in intellectual property rights.

Whether you’re a startup founder, innovator, or researcher, understanding how to protect your ideas globally is critical. This session will dive deep into:
🔹 Global patent strategies
🔹 Design registrations
🔹 Trademark essentials
🔹 Common pitfalls and how to avoid them

Date: Thursday, 24th July | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Venue: Conference room 1, Second floor, COEP’s Bhau Institute

✅ Register now at the link in our bio.

Application Deadline Extended!
Apply for NIDHI - PRAYAS by 10th July 2025!

NIDHI–PRAYAS (National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations) is a program by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, that supports innovators in transforming ideas into working prototypes—and eventually into successful startups.

What’s on offer:
• Grant-in-aid up to ₹10 lakhs
• Access to technical labs and infrastructure
• Mentorship, networking, and incubation support

Sector Focus at Bhau Institute:
• IoT & AI using IoT
• Cyber Security
• EV & Smart Mobility
• Healthcare Technologies
• Grassroots Innovation
• Renewable Energy

If you have a promising hardware-based innovation and meet the eligibility criteria, this is your chance to accelerate your journey.

Apply by 10th July 2025: https://lnkd.in/eMYPNe2s

Mandar Joshi Prashant Kharangate Swapnil Mali Ridhiemaa Pawar Maharashtra State Innovation Society

We’re excited to welcome Telosa to the COEP’s Bhau Institute family!

Telosa is a comprehensive customer experience management platform that empowers businesses to manage their online reputation, listings, campaigns, and customer feedback—all in one place. From generating reviews to turning them into powerful marketing tools, Telosa helps brands scale trust and visibility with ease.

At Bhau, we’re proud to nurture startups driven by innovation, purpose, and a passion to create meaningful impact.

Application Deadline Extended!
Apply for NIDHI - PRAYAS by 10th July 2025!

NIDHI–PRAYAS (National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations) is a program by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, that supports innovators in transforming ideas into working prototypes—and eventually into successful startups.

What’s on offer:
• Grant-in-aid up to ₹10 lakhs
• Access to technical labs and infrastructure
• Mentorship, networking, and incubation support

Sector Focus at Bhau Institute:
• IoT & AI using IoT
• Cyber Security
• EV & Smart Mobility
• Healthcare Technologies
• Grassroots Innovation
• Renewable Energy

If you have a promising hardware-based innovation and meet the eligibility criteria, this is your chance to accelerate your journey.

Apply by 10th July 2025.