IIM Amritsar Joins Capacity Building Program for Design and Entrepreneurship (CBDE)

Amritsar: IIM Amritsar is proud to announce its participation in the prestigious Capacity Building Program for Design and Entrepreneurship (CBDE), an initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of Education to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and skill development across India. The CBDE program aims to empower educators, entrepreneurs, and aspiring innovators by enhancing their skills in design and entrepreneurship, promoting a culture of creativity, and encouraging the practical application of knowledge in real-world scenarios.
IIM Amritsar’s participation in the CBDE program aims to foster a vibrant start-up ecosystem in Punjab, align with National Education Policy (NEP) through industry-academic collaboration, and leverage faculty expertise to train professionals and future leaders for an innovation-driven economy.
Held at IIM Amritsar’s stunning new campus, the ceremony commenced on the 25th of October 2024, beginning with the lighting of the lamp, symbolizing knowledge and enlightenment. The new campus provided an inspiring and energizing environment for this significant occasion. Key figures, including the Program In-charge, Dr Pankaj Gupta, and the CBDE Program Director, Dr Sudhir Varadarajan from IITDM Kancheepuram, delivered insightful speeches that set the tone for a future-focused collaboration.
Speaking about IIM Amritsar’s role in the CBDE program, the Director, Prof Nagarajan Ramamoorthy, expressed the institute’s commitment to contributing to skill development and fostering a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem. The institute’s efforts align with the NEP’s focus on promoting innovation and entrepreneurship at both the local and national levels.
In his address, Dr Pankaj Gupta emphasized IIM Amritsar’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation. He outlined the institute’s goals for the CBDE program over the next 3-5 years, including developing an Incubation Centre integrated with the Centre for Entrepreneurship, building an innovation ecosystem in Punjab and nationally, and creating collaboration opportunities for academia, small businesses, and startups.
The event was graced by the presence of Dr Aswathy Asokan Ajitha, Dr Chetan Chitre, Dr Mahima Gupta and Dr Santosh Tiwari along with Dr Harpreet Kaur, who delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the organizers, faculty, and participants for making the initiative a success.
IIM Amritsar’s participation in the CBDE program is a testament to its forward-thinking approach and continued efforts toward societal advancement through education, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This initiative marks another milestone in the institute’s journey toward becoming a key player in India’s entrepreneurial landscape.