How IDE Bootcamp @IPEC is Fast-Tracking Idea-to-Prototype for 187 Young Innovators
Day 2 at the IPEC Ghaziabad Nodal Centre manifested the magnetic pull of the founder’s journey and the idealistic glow of innovation. The 187 aspiring participants—future startup founders for #ViksitBharat—realized that the "Achilles' heel" of many entrepreneurs is being over-attached to their own ideas.
City Air News
Apr 8, 2026 06:50
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GHAZIABAD, DELHI/NCR: Day 2 at the IPEC Ghaziabad Nodal Centre manifested the magnetic pull of the founder’s journey and the idealistic glow of innovation. The 187 aspiring participants—future startup founders for #ViksitBharat—realized that the "Achilles' heel" of many entrepreneurs is being over-attached to their own ideas.
Led by Prof. (Dr.) Sachin Gupta and Dr. Neelam Saxena from Wadhwani Foundation, the granular sessions guided entrepreneurs on the rigorous path from Idea to Prototype to Pitching, establishing the framework for a Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
Key Realization: Participants noted that while doing business for profit is standard, taking a structured startup route moves scaling onto an entirely new trajectory.
Voice from the Bootcamp: "I am already into my second venture, but today I feel truly empowered to scale my business to the next level. Implementing the specific startup tools and frameworks practiced today has transformed my approach," stated Virat Singh, a participant from Gorakhpur.
Panel Discussion: Moderated by Mr. Sajid Raja (CEO – TBI IPEC) on Real-World Strategies, the session featured raw insights on "Navigating the Entrepreneurial Landscape" from esteemed panelists:
· Rishabh Bhardwaj (Founder – Vayu Solar)
· Sumedha Mehta (Founder – Vann Essentials)
· Rajat Johari (Founder – Skillre Education Pvt. Ltd.)
Hands-on Execution: Yogesh Brahmankar guided teams through "Crafting a Unique Value Proposition," culminating in a high-intensity Lean Canvas activity where participants built business models from the ground up. The transformation from student to founder is well underway.
