NIMS University Rajasthan Hosts National Startup Day Conference to Empower the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs

Jaipur, January 16, 2025 — In celebration of National Startup Day, the Nims Sushma Innovation & Incubation Center at NIMS University Rajasthan organized a high-impact Startup Conference, bringing together distinguished industry leaders, startup mentors, and aspiring innovators. The event served as a powerful platform to inspire entrepreneurial thinking, promote innovation, and strengthen the university’s commitment to nurturing the startup ecosystem.
The conference offered deep insights into technology-driven innovations, business strategies, and the evolving startup landscape, featuring thought-provoking talks by some of the most accomplished voices in the startup and technology space.
Distinguished Speakers:
- Mr. Osama Sajid – Ex-Senior Vice President of Engineering at Paytm, Ex-Principal Group Engineering Manager at Microsoft, and Co-founder of TutoraHub, shared practical perspectives on scaling technology ventures and adapting to the digital evolution.
- Mr. Hitesh Gulati – Mentor at the International Board of Startup and Entrepreneurship, Founder of DiversityAce Business Consulting, and Co-Founder & COO of CBMA GLOBAL, emphasized global startup trends, business growth strategies, and the significance of entrepreneurial resilience.
- Dr. Munish Jindal – CEO of HoverRobotix, President of MENTORx, Regional Mentor of Change at NITI Aayog, Advisor at CoE AI & Robotics, Ministry of Commerce & Trade, and 6-time TEDx Speaker, shared his visionary outlook on innovation, AI, robotics, and leadership in the startup ecosystem.
Startup Mentorship and Networking
A key highlight of the event was the one-on-one mentorship sessions for startups currently incubated under the Nims Sushma Innovation & Incubation Center. Entrepreneurs had the unique opportunity to gain personalized guidance, strategic insights, and expert feedback directly from seasoned mentors, helping them refine business models, address challenges, and explore growth avenues.

Speakers with Founder and Chancellor of Nims University, Prof. (Dr.) Balvir S. Tomar and Pro Vice Chancellor and Director – Management, Prof. (Dr.) Jaskiran Kaur.
The conference created a vibrant atmosphere for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and startup networking, further establishing NIMS University Rajasthan as a growing hub of innovation and entrepreneurial excellence.
About NIMS University Rajasthan
NIMS University Rajasthan, located in Jaipur, is one of India’s leading universities known for its multidisciplinary education, industry-aligned curriculum, and strong emphasis on research and innovation. The university offers a wide range of academic programs and is committed to nurturing entrepreneurial talent through dedicated platforms like the Nims Sushma Innovation & Incubation Center.
Through initiatives such as the National Startup Day Conference, the university continues to drive its mission of empowering students, promoting innovation-led learning, and contributing to India’s growing startup ecosystem.
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