AICTE launches second edition of IDE Bootcamp

This initiative, organized by the Ministry of Education, AICTE, and the Ministry of Education's Innovation Cell (MIC) in partnership with the Wadhwani Foundation, is designed to enhance the innovation, design, and entrepreneurial skills of student innovators across India. Startup founders and business leaders will deliver motivational talks, sharing invaluable real-world experiences and insights.

Over 3,000 student innovators and Innovation Ambassadors from higher education institutions nationwide are participating in this five-day event, running from September 23 to 27, 2024. The IDE Bootcamp promises an immersive experience that cultivates essential skills in innovation, design, and entrepreneurship. Participants will receive guidance from national and international experts in product design, ergonomics, design thinking, and pitching skills through intensive training sessions.

In his inaugural address, Prof. T.G. Sitharam emphasized, "This initiative exemplifies the government's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in India. In alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, the IDE Bootcamp aims to position India as a global leader in innovation-driven enterprises, empowering the next generation of innovators."

AICTE Vice Chairman Dr. Abhay Jere added, "this initiative is set to empower a new generation of innovators and entrepreneurs, contributing to India's growth in the global innovation landscape. With the IDE Bootcamp's second edition, India is taking another significant step toward strengthening its innovation ecosystem and nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit of its youth."

The Wadhwani Foundation is providing expert-led entrepreneurship education and high-quality training modules. This collaboration aims to equip participants with the skills necessary to thrive in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. In the inaugural edition of the IDE Bootcamp, 25 Bootcamps were conducted across three phases, training over 6,000 students.

The Bootcamp is being hosted simultaneously across nine prestigious institutions----IIM Sambalpur, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, National Institute of Technology, Mangalore, Institute of Management and Research (MGM University), Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Amity University Rajasthan, Jaipur, Amal Jyothi College of Engineering, Kanjirappally, Kottayam, Integral University, Lucknow, SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Trichy, Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM), Visakhapatnam. (ANI)