Shoolini University hosted the Ideation Conclave 2025, bringing together students, academics, industry leaders, and policymakers to spark conversations around innovation and entrepreneurship aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Organised by the Student Research Council (SRC) in collaboration with EYUVA and iHUB Shoolini, the conclave focused on encouraging research-led thinking, early innovation, and student entrepreneurship. The event drew participation from senior academic leaders, industry professionals, and young innovators, creating a platform for ideas that connected research with real-world impact.
Prof Pankaj Vaidya, Head of the Yogananda School of AI, Computers and Data Sciences and Managing Director of SRC, opened the conclave by stressing the value of inquiry-driven learning and early exposure to research. Chancellor Prof PK Khosla spoke about Shoolini University’s steady progress in research and innovation. He also announced incentives for students who publish in SCOPUS-indexed journals and file national and international patents.
Vice Chancellor Prof Atul Khosla and Vice President Avnee Khosla, through video messages, encouraged students to think boldly, pursue ideas with purpose, and see themselves as active contributors to the country’s development. Chief Learning Officer Dr Ashoo Khosla shared philosophical insights on how ideas take shape and why they matter in driving long-term change.
A key announcement came from Pro-Chancellor Prof Vishal Anand, who introduced the Winter Innovation Month. During this period, selected student ideas will receive full institutional backing for prototype development and preparation for commercial deployment. Prof Deepak Kumar, Dean of the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chief Coordinator of the EYUVA Centre, Coordinator iHUB Shoolini, and Partnership Director of the Student Research Council, detailed the infrastructure, mentoring, and funding mechanisms available to support student-led innovation.
SRC Founder Anitya Kumar Gupta shared the council’s growth journey and outlined research and innovation targets for the coming years. Industry speakers, including Lalit Singla from Infosys, Sagar Mahat from NITI Aayog, and Gourav Sharma from Techcaad, offered practical guidance on innovation ecosystems, interview readiness, and the application of AI in industry. Techcaad also showcased its interactive robot, Chi-Chi, giving students hands-on exposure to computer vision technologies.
Another highlight of the conclave was the launch of SCOPEX Rising Star by Dr Ashoo Khosla. The format challenged students to present their research using a single visual slide. Anika’s team won the competition, followed by Mahesh, Parth, and Akshat. The Ideathon, which drew 30 student teams, concluded with Riya Vij taking first place, while Ayush, Tammana, Bhagyalakshmi, and Shivangi emerged as runners-up.
The conclave also recognised student research milestones, including a UK patent filing by Chahat Kushwah and SCOPUS publications by Harshit, Chetna Pal, and Abhishek.
Several collaborations were announced during the event. The Department of Industries, Bihar, offered relocation support and up to ₹10 lakh in funding for student startups. Techcaad announced internship and placement opportunities, while the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser confirmed SRC’s onboarding onto the Manthan innovation platform. Funkaar committed annual funding of ₹80,000 for SRC activities, and national mentors pledged continued guidance under the Viksit Bharat 2047 framework. Infosys expert Lalit Singla also agreed to conduct skill-development workshops for Shoolini students.
The conclave concluded with closing remarks by Anitya Kumar Gupta, who reflected on the partnerships formed and the new pathways created for Shoolini University’s emerging innovators.
December 12, 2025