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GD Goenka University Encourages Student Innovation through SEWA First Innovation Challenge 2026

Date: 26 October 2026

Venue : GD Goenka University

Office of the Dean of Student Welfare (DSW), GD Goenka University organised an awareness and interactive session on the SEWA First Innovation Challenge 2026, under the SEWA Sankalp Abhiyaan 2026, witnessing enthusiastic student participation.

The session featured CA Rashmi Kheterpal, State Convenor, BJP Economic Cell, Haryana, and former Independent Director, HSIIDC and Punjab & Sind Bank, as the distinguished speaker. She highlighted innovation, entrepreneurship, and practical solutions to real-world challenges. Students gained insights into the Challenge's objectives, opportunities, and registration process, encouraging them to transform creative ideas into meaningful initiatives.

Prof. (Dr.) Anindita Roy Chowdhury, Associate Dean, Student Welfare, and Nodal Officer, SEWA First Innovation Challenge under SEWA Sankalp Abhiyaan, delivered the concluding remarks and proposed the vote of thanks, expressing sincere gratitude to Hon'ble Pro-Chancellor, GD Goenka University, Mr. Nipun Goenka, for his encouragement and support, and to Hon'ble Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Dinesh Shenoy and Pro Vice Chancellor (Administration) & Registrar Prof. (Dr.) Dhirendra Singh Parihar for their valuable guidance and support. She also acknowledged the speaker's insights and the organising team's efforts. Dr. Kunal Adhikary, NSS Programme Officer, supported student engagement and coordination.

The initiative encouraged innovation and socially responsible problem-solving for meaningful societal impact.