Chandigarh University hosted SANDBOX 2025, a flagship event celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit of North India on National Startup Day. The event showcased groundbreaking innovations and fostered collaborations among startups, investors, and industry leaders.
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Anupam Mittal, a Shark Tank India judge and the founder of Shaadi.com, was the Chief Guest and mentored budding entrepreneurs.
Hosted by Chandigarh University Technology Business Incubator (CU-TBI), the event received over 1000 registrations from startups.
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250 viable startups from 45 cities were shortlisted, including 50 selected startups exhibiting in various fields such as artificial intelligence, business, health care, and agriculture. Ten startups got the chance to pitch their ideas before Anupam Mittal.
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Young entrepreneurs expressed that PM Modi has reignited the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in India by declaring National Startup Day to honor the creativity and resilience of the country’s innovators. Satnam Singh Sandhu, Member of Parliament and Chancellor of Chandigarh University, and several industry leaders attended the event. Anupam Mittal highlighted the increase in the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in India.
“The biggest reason for this is our government, which has created many new opportunities to encourage our youth. Entrepreneurs create opportunities on their own.
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I am confident that Indian entrepreneurship skills will position them as top entrepreneurs globally in the coming decade,” he said.
Satnam Singh Sandhu added that startups have witnessed a golden era under PM Modi’s leadership. Supportive policies have made India a nation of technology and ideas. The country has the world’s 3rd largest startup ecosystem with over 1.57 lakh startups and 110 unicorns.
Chandigarh University fosters entrepreneurial growth
These startups are playing a crucial role in making India self-reliant,” he said. Chandigarh University remains focused on research and innovation, fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem that encourages students to innovate new technologies.
CU students have created over 150 startups since the university’s inception. CU-TBI is mobilizing resources to catalyze growth in the startup ecosystem and empower innovative startups. In a panel discussion on startups, Sanjeev Sethi, MD of Gilard Electronics Pvt. Ltd., stressed the importance of entrepreneurship.
“The present time is favorable for future entrepreneurs. All it takes to succeed is an idea, a plan, and implementation,” he said. Aayush Bagga, Head of Government Relations, T-Hub, emphasized the role of incubators.
We support startups by understanding our objectives, setting parameters, and providing advisory support. Mentors play a crucial role in the entrepreneurial journey,” he said. Munish Jauhar, Founder and CEO of GrayCell Technologies, noted the positive changes in the perception of Indian entrepreneurs.
“We see numerous startups emerging, indicating a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem,” he said. Ankit Saxena, Director of DS Centre of Entrepreneurship, IIT Delhi, discussed the impact of technology on entrepreneurship. Technology has disrupted the ecosystem, resulting in early success stories.
Internships with existing startups can provide aspiring entrepreneurs with crucial insights,” he said. This event is a testament to India’s commitment to nurturing a dynamic and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem, positioning the nation as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.