Date: March 5, 2025
Time: Afternoon Session
Venue: GSSS Technology Business Incubator Foundation (GSSSTBIF), GSSSIETW
Guest Speaker: Mr. Ram Kevalur
Participants: Over 50 students from various engineering disciplines of GSSSIETW

Introduction

GSSSTBIF, in collaboration with DST-iTBI, GSSSIETW, successfully conducted an Entrepreneurship Awareness Session on March 5, 2025. This initiative aimed to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset among students while highlighting emerging job opportunities in Mysuru amid its growing economic integration with Bengaluru.

Session Highlights

The session featured an insightful talk by Mr. Ram Kevalur, who emphasized the importance of fostering a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in Mysuru. The event was facilitated by:

• Padmashree S, Principal Investigator, DST-iTBI-GSSSTBIF
• Sushma S J, Co-Principal Investigator, DST-iTBI-GSSSTBIF
• GSSSTBIF Staff

Key Takeaways from the Session

 Building an Entrepreneurial Culture
Mr. Kevalur discussed challenges and opportunities for startups in Mysuru, encouraging students to explore innovative business ideas.

 Job Market & Industry Growth
The session provided valuable insights into Mysuru’s expanding job market, covering emerging industries and employment trends that students should be aware of.

 Bherunda Foundation & Mysore Entrepreneurship Forum (MEF)
On behalf of the Bherunda Foundation, Mr. Kevalur introduced the Mysore Entrepreneurship Forum (MEF), a dedicated platform to support and sustain entrepreneurship in Mysuru.

 Internship & Practical Exposure
Students were introduced to internship opportunities, focusing on data mapping of entrepreneurs in Mysuru. Additionally, specialized internships in data management and web design were highlighted, emphasizing the need for digital expertise in today’s entrepreneurial landscape.

 Mysuru as an Entrepreneurial Hub
The discussion aligned with Mysuru Vision-2030, which aims to transform the city into a prominent innovation and startup hub, offering structured growth and development.

 Interactive Q&A & Student Engagement
The session concluded with a Q&A segment, where students received valuable guidance on startup funding, business models, and career pathways in Mysuru’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem.

 Commitment to Strengthening the Startup Ecosystem
Mr. Kevalur reaffirmed his commitment, along with his entrepreneurial consortium, to foster innovation and expand job opportunities for local talent.

Way Forward

GSSSTBIF remains committed to bridging the gap between academia and industry by facilitating:
 More entrepreneurship awareness sessions
 Mentorship programs with industry experts
 Internship and startup incubation opportunities
 Collaborative efforts with Mysore Entrepreneurship Forum (MEF)

This initiative marks a significant step in preparing GSSSIETW students for the evolving startup and job landscape in Mysuru.