Introduction
The Entrepreneurship Development & Incubation Center (EDIC) of Asian School of Business successfully organized Entrepreneurship & Innovation Week 2026 to commemorate National Startup Day. The week-long celebration aimed at fostering entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, and problem-solving skills among students by engaging them in experiential learning, alumni interactions, creative competitions, and startup ideation challenges.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students across programs and provided a vibrant platform to ideate, create, and present innovative solutions aligned with real-world challenges.
Objectives of the Event
- To promote entrepreneurial mindset and innovation culture among students
- To provide industry and alumni exposure through experiential sessions
- To encourage creative expression and problem-solving skills
- To offer a platform for idea validation, prototyping, and startup ideation
Day-wise Details of Activities
Day 1: Campus to CEO (Alumni Talk)
Date: 16 January 2026
The week commenced with an inspiring Campus to CEO – Alumni Talk, featuring esteemed alumni entrepreneurs Ms. Adeeba, Mr. Rishi Gupta, and Mr. Manish Kumar. The alumni shared their entrepreneurial journeys, key learnings, challenges faced in the startup ecosystem, and insights into building sustainable ventures. The session provided valuable perspectives on transitioning from campus life to entrepreneurship and corporate leadership, motivating students to explore entrepreneurship as a viable and impactful career path.
Day 2: Creativity Spark Check (Screening of Reels & Prototypes)
Date: 19 January 2026
The Creativity Spark Check session focused on the screening and preliminary evaluation of student-created reels and startup prototypes. Participants showcased their creativity, originality, and innovative thought processes. The screening helped students receive constructive feedback and prepared them for further refinement of their ideas and presentations.
Day 3: Reel Your Idea – Reel Making Competition
Date: 20 January 2026
The Reel Your Idea – Reel Making Competition provided students with an opportunity to creatively present entrepreneurial ideas using short-form digital content. The competition emphasized innovation, storytelling, clarity of thought, and social media relevance.
Participants demonstrated exceptional creativity by translating complex business ideas into engaging visual narratives, highlighting the importance of digital communication in modern entrepreneurship.
Day 4: From Problems to Possibilities: Startup Ideation Challenge
Date: 21 January 2026
The concluding activity, From Problems to Possibilities: Startup Ideation Challenge, focused on identifying real-life problems and converting them into viable startup ideas. Teams presented their ideas along with proposed solutions, business models, and, in some cases, prototypes.
The activity also featured active alumni engagement, where entrepreneur alumnus Mr. Rishi Gupta interacted with student teams, shared practical insights, and provided valuable guidance on idea feasibility, market relevance, and entrepreneurial execution.
The challenge encouraged analytical thinking, teamwork, innovation, and practical application of entrepreneurial concepts. The diversity and relevance of ideas reflected strong student engagement and a growing startup-oriented mindset.
Outcome
Entrepreneurship & Innovation Week 2026 successfully achieved its objectives by:
- Enhancing students’ awareness of entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems
- Encouraging creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills
- Providing alumni interaction and experiential learning opportunities
- Strengthening EDIC’s role as a catalyst for innovation and entrepreneurial development at Asian School of Business
The event created a meaningful impact by inspiring students to think beyond conventional career paths and explore entrepreneurial opportunities.
Conclusion
Entrepreneurship & Innovation Week 2026 was a significant initiative by EDIC, Asian School of Business, aligning academic learning with practical entrepreneurial exposure. The enthusiastic participation, quality of ideas, and creative outputs reaffirm the institution’s commitment to nurturing future entrepreneurs and innovators. The activities also aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047, encouraging students to contribute innovative ideas and entrepreneurial solutions towards India’s sustainable and inclusive development.
The success of the week-long celebration sets a strong foundation for future entrepreneurial initiatives and innovation-driven programs at Asian School of Business.