SMVDU: The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Technology Business Incubation Center (SMVDU-TBIC) participated in the prestigious Jammu Kashmir Konnect interactive session, organized by the Jammu & Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) held at the JKEDI campus in Bari Brahmna. The event aimed to promote collaboration and innovation within Jammu & Kashmir’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. The session, hosted by Shri Rajinder Sharma, Director of JKEDI, featured Shri Sumeet Kumar Jarangal, Director of DPIIT, Government of India, as the keynote speaker. The event brought together key stakeholders, including heads of incubation centers, their teams, and prominent startups affiliated with incubators across Jammu & Kashmir.
Representing SMVDU-TBIC, CEO Dr. Sanjay Mohan, along with Business Manager Ms. Divye Duheta Mahajan and Committee Member Dr. Ankush Raina, actively contributed to the discussions, offering valuable insights.
During the session, SMVDU-TBIC emphasized several critical aspects vital for the growth and success of the startup ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir. The team called for greater collaboration among stakeholders from different incubators to create a unified community plan aimed at supporting and uplifting startups. Additionally, they highlighted the importance of establishing a robust mentorship network that would guide startups through every stage of their development. SMVDU-TBIC also expressed a strong interest in exploring DPIIT’s schemes that could further enhance the capabilities of both incubators and startups. The interactive session provided an invaluable platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas, discuss ongoing developments, and strategize ways to nurture entrepreneurship in Jammu & Kashmir. The dialogue underscored the need for a cohesive, inclusive, and resource-rich ecosystem that supports startups at all stages of their journey.
SMVDU-TBIC expresses its gratitude to Shri Rajinder Sharma, Director of JKEDI, for providing the team with the opportunity to interact with Shri Sumeet Kumar Jarangal, Director of DPIIT, Government of India along with other stake holders. The discussions were invaluable in contributing to the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir.
Further gratitude is extended to Prof. Pragati Kumar, Vice Chancellor of SMVDU, for his unwavering support, which continues to inspire and guide the efforts at SMVDU-TBIC.
