BIT Launches Startup Hub in Collaboration with Belagavi Startup Association (BSA)

The Bharatesh Institute of Technology (BIT), in collaboration with the Belagavi Startup Association (BSA), has inaugurated a state-of-the-art startup hub on its Basavan Kudachi campus. The event, held in the college auditorium, was graced by the Hon’ble Minister of Planning and Statistics, Shri D. Sudhakar, who officially launched the initiative. This marks a significant milestone in fostering educational and entrepreneurial synergy in the region.

In his keynote address, Minister Sudhakar applauded the innovative strides in the education sector, supported by government initiatives aimed at bridging the gap between academia and industry. He emphasized the importance of partnerships between institutions and industries to equip students with practical skills and prepare them to meet real-world challenges. The minister also commended the Bharatesh Education Trust for its longstanding contributions to education and development in the region.

The newly established startup hub is designed to house 10 incubation units, offering hands-on industrial training to BIT students. This initiative aims to merge theoretical learning with practical applications, ensuring students graduate as industry-ready professionals.

The occasion also celebrated the achievements of BIT student Smaran Mangalorkar, who was felicitated by the chief guest for his stellar performance in national swimming competitions, where he secured multiple medals. This highlights BIT’s commitment to nurturing all-round student development.

Dignitaries present at the event included Shri. Shripal Khemalapure, Vice-Chairperson of Bharatesh Education Trust (BET), who delivered the presidential address. Other notable attendees included BIT Chairman Shashank Lengade, MC-BET Secretary Vinod Doddanavar, Principal Dr. Veena Karchi, Administrator Dr. Gomatesh Ravanavar, and Dr. Shridhar Malladi, Head of the Department of Chemistry.

The inauguration of the startup hub marks a new chapter for BIT and reinforces Belagavi's emergence as a center for innovation and entrepreneurial excellence in Karnataka.

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