AIC-PECF (Atal Incubation Centre - Pondicherry Engineering College Foundation)

🎉Reflecting on #TamilNaduStory2024 with AIC-PECF 🎉 We had the privilege of attending #TamilNaduStory2024 organized by YourStory Media, where we joined with our #incubates Widezo Private Limited and #MarineBioTech for an insightful day of #learning and #networking! Dr Velumani Arokiaswamy emphasized focusing on a #single #problem for remarkable #success. His #brand's #frugality and approach have significantly reduced diagnostic test costs and fostered long-term #customer #loyalty. Mr. Madhusudanan R shared M2P Fintech’s #vision to position India as a global #fintech #hub, with plans like acquiring Goals101 for personalized #banking and partnering with the #Bureau for fraud prevention. Mr. Lakshmi Narayanan & Mr. TCM Sundaram discussed future #growth areas and #venture #building, including #funding opportunities and #customer #acquisition #strategies. Mr. Suresh Kalpathi highlighted the need to unite the #education ecosystem to address real pain points, prioritize profitability over fleeting #valuations, and remain true to one’s #vision amidst #market #trends. Mr. Prabhu Ramachandran, Mrs. Kuppulakshmi Krishnamoorthy, Mr. Arunkumar Kumaresan, and Mr. Khuze Siam emphasized AI's role for #SaaS #startups, balancing high-quality #solutions with #rapid #deployment, and the #evolution of #SaaS in India, especially in Chennai. Mr. Suresh Kumar Gunasekaran inspired with his enthusiasm and insights, fueling new #ideas and #progress within our community. Mr. Kiru Maikkapillai, Mrs. Nalini Parthiban, and Mr. Pritesh Asher shared valuable insights into #D2C brands, highlighting different approaches for success across D2C, retail, and #Quick #Commerce. Mr. Madan Gowri advised aspiring #content #creators to focus on passion rather than monetary gain, as genuine interest #leads to #success. Mr. Sivarajah Ramanathan outlined efforts to promote inclusivity and support #diverse #entrepreneurs, aiming to place Tamil Nadu among the top 20 global #startup #ecosystems within 10-12 years. Mr. C K Kumaravel encouraged #entrepreneurs to disrupt and #innovate with a focus on #societal #impact, mastering sales and #financial skills, and viewing setbacks as #growth #opportunities. Valuable #takeaways from the 'Beyond the 'Kolly' session with Mr. Dharaneetharan G D, Mr. Suresh Radhakrishnan, and Mr. Sakthivel Pannerselvam were truly enriching. Their authentic #experiences and #insights made the discussion #impactful and relatable. A big thank you to Mrs. Shradha Sharma and her #team for organizing such an #inspiring event! 🙏 A special salute to Mr. Jarshad NK, Mrs. Induja Ragunathan, Mrs. Swetha Kannan, Mrs. Shivani Muthanna, and Mr. Madanmohan Rao for their engaging #Fire #Chat sessions! Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog StartupTN Vishnu Varadan | Rajakumar Sundarapandian | Kameswaran Swaminathan Hari Dharsan | Uthaya kumar | iyonstan . #AICPECF #TamilNaduStory2024 #YourStory #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #StartupEcosystem

As we enter 2025, AIC-PECF (Atal Incubation Centre - Pondicherry Engineering College Foundation) extends #heartfelt #wishes to #entrepreneurs, #innovators, and #visionaries shaping the #future. This new year is a time to #reflect, #reset, and #reimagine what’s possible. May 2025 be a year where bold #ideas take #flight, #partnerships create #impact, and resilience drives #success. We remain committed to empowering #startups, fostering #innovation, and building a thriving #startup #ecosystem that transforms #challenges into #opportunities. Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog Official Vishnu Varadan Rajakumar Sundarapandian Kameswaran Swaminathan Uthaya kumar iyonstan . Let’s embrace this year with purpose, passion, and a shared #vision for a brighter tomorrow. Together, we can achieve #extraordinary #milestones. Wishing you all a #prosperous and #impactful New Year! #HappyNewYear2025 #InnovationEcosystem #EntrepreneurshipMatters #StartupSuccess #FutureForward

#Christmas reminds us of the importance of #innovation, #resilience, and #collaboration in building a brighter #future. Each #idea nurtured and every #venture supported brings us closer to empowering #entrepreneurs who drive meaningful change. This season, we reflect on the strides made by our #startup #ecosystem and look forward to unlocking more opportunities for #growth and #impact. Together, we are shaping an #ecosystem where creativity meets purpose, transforming #challenges into #milestones of #success. Wishing you a #Merry #Christmas filled with #inspiration, #achievements, and the promise of a #prosperous year ahead. Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog Official Vishnu Varadan Rajakumar Sundarapandian Kameswaran Swaminathan Uthaya kumar iyonstan . #AICPECF #MerryChristmas #InnovationMatters #EntrepreneurshipJourney #EmpoweringDreams

🌟 Smoke Free Mind Mobile App: A Milestone Moment of Bridge 3.0 🌟 The #Bridge 3.0, A #Preincubation #Program of AIC-PECF (Atal Incubation Centre - Pondicherry Engineering College Foundation) in collaboration with Wadhwani Foundation has once again demonstrated the power of structured #mentorship and #entrepreneurial #guidance. Over 12 weeks, aspiring #innovators refined their #ideas into actionable #solutions, showcasing a commitment to solving real-world #challenges through innovation and perseverance. One of the #standout #achievements of Bridge 3.0 is the #Smoke #Free #Mind #Mobile #App. Tackling the critical issue of #smoking and #substance #abuse, this app serves as a beacon of hope for #individuals on the path to #recovery. This success is driven by the dedication of its founder, Mr. Karthik Balaraman, whose active participation in the pre-incubation program and relentless efforts post-program have resulted in a #solution making a tangible #impact on addressing addiction challenges. A heartfelt thank you to the Wadhwani Foundation for empowering #young #minds and to Mr. Vishal Nair for being an inspiring mentor, guiding these #students throughout the program. Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog Official Wadhwani Foundation Wadhwani Entrepreneurship Ms. Krithika Rao Dr. R.Sujatha  Mr. Vishal Nair Ms.Vishnupriya Vishnuprasad Mr. Naved A. Mr. Vishnu Varadan Mr. Rajakumar Sundarapandian Mr. Kameswaran Swaminathan Mr. Uthaya kumar Mr. iyonstan . We celebrate these #incredible #milestones and remain #committed to fostering #innovation and #impact. Here's to more #ideas taking #flight and #transforming the #world! #aicpecf #wadhwani #InnovationtoImpact #Bridge3 #Entrepreneurship #SmokeFreeMind #CelebratingSuccess #YouthEmpowerment

🌟 Introducing Our Esteemed Mentor: Mr. Manoj Kumar Bada Ghar Wala! 🌟 Transforming great #ideas into #reality requires #visionary #guidance, and we are honored to welcome Mr. Manoj Kumar Bada Ghar Wala to AIC-PECF (Atal Incubation Centre - Pondicherry Engineering College Foundation) Startup ecosystem. His #expertise and #strategic #insights will play a pivotal role in guiding #entrepreneurs toward shaping the #future of #innovation and #technology. With a remarkable ability to #transform concepts into #real #world #solutions, he utilizes advanced tools such as #virtual #prototyping and #knowledge based #engineering. His focus on #optimizing #resources and streamlining processes ensures that #startups can #innovate effectively while minimizing costs. A visionary with deep #expertise in #product #development, he excels in turning #ideas into #market-ready solutions. Leveraging the #technologies and #strategic #methodologies, his approach ensures startups can achieve #efficiency, #sustainability, and #scalability in their ventures. His dedication to fostering #grassroots #innovation and empowering #startups, #SMEs, and young #entrepreneurs reflects his unwavering passion for building a stronger #startup #ecosystem. From #ideation to #execution, his guidance has proven invaluable in helping #innovators overcome #challenges and realize their #potential. Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog Official Vishnu Varadan Rajakumar Sundarapandian Kameswaran Swaminathan Uthaya kumar iyonstan . We are excited to see the #transformative #impact he will bring to our #startups as they redefine the #boundaries of #innovation and #technology. Let’s shape the future together!

#Innovation is not just about #technology; it is the key to #solving real-#world #challenges and driving meaningful change. At AIC-PECF (Atal Incubation Centre - Pondicherry Engineering College Foundation), By fostering #creative #thinking and #entrepreneurial action, we empower individuals to develop #impactful #solutions across various fields. we had the privilege of hosting an #Entrepreneurship #Awareness & #Engagement #Program for over 90+ #nursing #students from Sri Manakula Vinayagar Nursing College. This initiative was designed to instill an #entrepreneurial #mindset, inspiring these future #healthcare #leaders to embrace #innovation and #problemsolving within their profession. Through engaging activities and practical sessions, the #students explored how #entrepreneurial #thinking can unlock #new #opportunities, transform #healthcare #delivery, and contribute to #societal #wellbeing. We are committed to advancing innovation in #healthcare by #empowering #young #professionals to embrace #entrepreneurial #approaches that address critical #challenges and transform #ideas for a #healthier #future. Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog Official Sri Manakula Vinayagar Nursing College Vishnu Varadan Rajakumar Sundarapandian Kameswaran Swaminathan Uthaya kumar iyonstan . 🌟 Let’s build a future where innovation powers progress in healthcare and beyond. #AICPECF #HealthcareInnovation #Entrepreneurship #FutureLeaders #YouthEmpowerment #ProblemSolving

🌟 Igniting Entrepreneurial Spirit in School Students at AIC-PECF! 🌟 It was a truly exciting experience to welcome school students from Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), Karaikal to AIC-PECF (Atal Incubation Centre - Pondicherry Engineering College Foundation)! The visit showcased the pivotal role of #Atal #Tinkering #Lab (ATL Schools) in #nurturing #innovation, empowering #young #minds, and fostering synergy with AIC-PECF to inspire #future #leaders to create impactful solutions. The #students explored how #ideas evolve into real-world #solutions. From #prototypes to #impactful #ventures, they got a glimpse of how #innovation can drive change and create lasting #impact in communities. At AIC-PECF, we believe in #empowering #school students to think outside the box, embrace #creativity, and develop a strong #entrepreneurial #mindset. By exposing them to the #startup #environment, we aim to inspire them to become the future leaders and innovators who will shape the world. A heartfelt thank you to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), Karaikal for organizing this insightful visit and to the students for their #enthusiasm and #curiosity. Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog Official Minstry of Education Mr. Suman Pandit Mr. Rohit Gupta Mr. Vishnu Varadan Mr. Rajakumar Sundarapandian Mr. Kameswaran Swaminathan Mr. Uthaya kumar Mr. iyonstan . We hope this #experience ignites their #passion for #entrepreneurship and helps them #envision a #future filled with #endless #possibilities. #SchoolStudents #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #ATL #AICPECF #YoungLeaders #StartupJourney #FutureInnovators #EmpoweringYouth #CreatingChange #YouthInnovation #EntrepreneurialMindset

At AIC-PECF (Atal Incubation Centre - Pondicherry Engineering College Foundation) , #fostering a thriving #entrepreneurial #ecosystem is at the heart of what we do. The 2nd Founders Meet was a #remarkable #step in that journey, bringing together visionary #entrepreneurs to exchange #ideas, share #experiences, and unlock new #opportunities. The highlight of the event was a compelling session by Mr. B Gopalakrishnan, Independent Director, who shared actionable strategies on “#Optimizing #GTM #Strategies & #Selling to #B2B #Clients.” His guidance offered fresh perspectives and practical tools to navigate the complexities of the #B2B #market with #confidence. This meet wasn’t just about learning; it was about #building #connections, #sharing #experiences, and inspiring each other to push boundaries. Each founder's presence and active participation added immense value, reflecting the collective drive of our startup community. Events like these reinforce our #mission to #empower #entrepreneurs with the tools, #networks, and #knowledge they need to succeed. We’re excited about the #journey ahead and look forward to creating more such opportunities for #growth and #collaboration! Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog Official NEVAR Systems SyncBio Technologies Local Helper Marche Healthcare Gantham Mr. Ashwinth Muthukumar Mr. Shivakumar S Mr. Raghul Raj Dr Mariraj Mariappan Mrs.Sweta Mathur Mr. Arun Tamizh Mr. Ashok Reddy Mr. Mega varuman Mr. Vishnu Varadan Mr. Rajakumar Sundarapandian Mr. Kameswaran Swaminathan Mr. Uthaya kumar Mr. iyonstan . Together, we’re creating pathways for #success and #innovation. #StartupSupport #FoundersMeet #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #AICPECF

The #Garnishing #Talent #Program 2024, a remarkable #CSR #initiative by Eaton India Pvt. Ltd. in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), empowers #young #minds to #innovate for a #sustainable #future. This year’s #program brought together 130+ #students from #colleges across #Puducherry, equipping them with essential #skills for #entrepreneurship in #sustainability. The journey began with #problem #identification aligned with #SDG goals, followed by #brainstorming #ideas and crafting the #Value #Proposition #Canvas, fostering a mindset to tackle global challenges through innovation. @ragulraj A heartfelt thanks to Mr. Raghul Raj, Founder of Local Helper, and Mr. Mega varuman , Founder of Phycore Technologies, for sharing their #inspiring #startup #journeys, #motivating students to turn their #ideas into impactful #ventures. We also extend our gratitude to Mr. Vishnu Varadan Varadhan, CEO of AIC-PECF, for his insightful #session on #entrepreneurship, providing #students with valuable #guidance to shape their #entrepreneurial #aspirations. The students experienced hands on experience in working on #UNSDG goals centric problem statements. They were introduced to working toolkits on #Sustainability value chain, creating Sustainability Business Model, Problem validation and Design Thinking. A heartfelt appreciation to Eaton India and Confederation of Indian Industry for spearheading such impactful initiatives that inspire and empower the next wave of #changemakers. This program serves as a guiding light of #opportunity, especially for #students striving to overcome communication #challenges, helping them break #barriers, boost their #confidence, and nurture #entrepreneurial #skills to unlock their true potential for #growth and #innovation. Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog Official CII Southern Region Eaton Puducherry Technological University Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College Christ College of Engineering and Technology Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology Manakula vinayagar institute of technology Pondicherry Pondicherry University SVCET -Sri Venkateshwaraa college of engineering and technology Mr. SYED SAJJADH ALI Mr.shanmuganandam veerasamy Mr. Samir Kamra Mr. Jayakumar Anthony Mr. Joseph wilson Mr.Vishnu Varadan Mr. Kameswaran Swaminathan Mr. Rajakumar Sundarapandian Mr. Uthaya kumar Mr. iyonstan . 🌍 Together, let's pave the way for a future where #sustainability and #innovation go hand in hand. Kudos to the #organizers and #students for making this #initiative a resounding #success! #Sustainability #Entrepreneurship #SkillDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment #CSRInitiative #Innovation #AICPecf #CII #EATONIndia

🌟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐈𝐂-𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐅 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 🌟 The AIC-PECF (Atal Incubation Centre - Pondicherry Engineering College Foundation) is excited to #invite the #startup #founders to an exclusive #Founders #MeetUp. This event is tailored to help you refine your #business #strategies and enhance your #growth #trajectory. The session will feature Mr. B Gopalakrishnan, Independent Director, who will share #invaluable #insights on #GTM #Strategies & #B2B #Sales—a critical area for #scaling #startups. 📌 Event Details: 📅 Date: 23rd November 2024, Saturday 🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM 🏨 Venue: Hotel Misty Ocean 🍽️ Followed by a Networking Dinner 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐈𝐂-𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐅 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧, 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬. 🔗 #Secure your #spot now:  http://surl.li/hvkbeg Atal Innovation Mission Official NITI Aayog Official Mr. Vishnu Varadan Mr. Rajakumar Sundarapandian Mr. Kameswaran Swaminathan Mr. Uthaya kumar Mr. iyonstan . We look forward to seeing you there! #AICPECF #FoundersOnly #GTMStrategies #B2BSales #StartupGrowth #Networking #Leadership #Entrepreneurship