Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation

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🚁 Empowering Innovation Through Drone Technology at CSJMU!Under the visionary guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof....
29/05/2026

🚁 Empowering Innovation Through Drone Technology at CSJMU!
Under the visionary guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak, a successful Four-Day Workshop on Drone Technology was organized by the Indo-Russia Hub & GeoScan, in collaboration with Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University and Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation.

Held at the CSJM Innovation Foundation Seminar Hall, the workshop aimed to strengthen technical expertise and practical understanding of drone technology, UAV systems, and autonomous flying among faculty members and participants.

✨ Key Highlights of the Workshop:

🔹 Demonstration and explanation of drone components and systems
🔹 Hands-on drone assembly and UAV integration
🔹 Understanding GeoScan simulation software and applications
🔹 Flight training and operational insights of UAVs
🔹 Exposure to autonomous flying technologies and real-world applications

Faculty members from the University Institute of Engineering Technology (UIET), CSJMU actively participated and gained in-depth exposure to drone assembling, flight operations, software applications, and the working of advanced UAV technologies. The workshop blended theoretical learning with practical implementation, enabling participants to understand the expanding role of drones in industries, research, mapping, surveillance, agriculture, and emerging technologies.

An important focus of the discussions was on future collaboration opportunities, skill development, innovation-driven learning, and creating pathways for students to gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies in the coming years.

The workshop was successfully conducted with continuous support and coordination from the CSJM Innovation Foundation (CSJMIF) team, whose efforts made the sessions highly informative, interactive, and impactful.

Together, we continue to foster a culture of innovation, skill development, and technological advancement at CSJMU. 🌍🚁

Constructive and forward-looking discussions were held during the visit of the team from CSJM Innovation Foundation (CSJ...
27/05/2026

Constructive and forward-looking discussions were held during the visit of the team from CSJM Innovation Foundation (CSJMIF) to the office of UP Electronics Corporation Limited, Lucknow, where the delegation had the privilege of meeting Mr. Himanshu Kaushik, Managing Director, UP Electronics Corporation Limited.

The meeting centered on exploring collaborative opportunities to strengthen the startup, innovation, and entrepreneurship ecosystem across Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University and its extensive network of affiliated colleges across multiple districts of Uttar Pradesh.

Meaningful deliberations focused on:

* Innovation-driven capacity building
* Startup incubation and ecosystem support
* Student entrepreneurship initiatives
* Technology-led interventions
* Industry–academia convergence
* Strengthening institutional innovation frameworks

The discussions reflected a shared vision of creating a robust and future-ready innovation ecosystem that empowers young minds and nurtures entrepreneurial potential across the region.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Divyansh Shukla, CEO- CSJMIF, Anshu Singh,CIO- CSJMIF and Prabhakar Singh,Program manager- CSJMIF.

CSJMIF remains committed to fostering a vibrant culture of innovation through strategic collaborations with government institutions, industry stakeholders, and academic partners to empower youth-led innovation and entrepreneurship across Uttar Pradesh.

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation, Kanpur Celebrates 4th Foundation Day with Grand Prize Distribution C...
09/05/2026

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation, Kanpur Celebrates 4th Foundation Day with Grand Prize Distribution Ceremony for Ideathon 2026

Under the guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), Kanpur proudly celebrated its 4th Foundation Day on 08 May 2026 with an inspiring and grand Prize Distribution Ceremony for Ideathon 2026 Winners at the CSJMIF Seminar Hall.

The event brought together brilliant innovators, startups, students, mentors, and aspiring entrepreneurs from diverse disciplines, creating a vibrant ecosystem of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship. 🌟

🏆 Prize Highlights
🥇 4 Winners received ₹25,000 each:
Abhay Singh (UIET), Adarsh Kumar, Shraddha Yadav, and Prachi Gupta.
🥈 4 Winners received ₹15,000 each:
Abhishek Yadav, Divyansh Mishra, Shreya Singh, and Apoorv Sahu.
🥉 12 Winners received ₹10,000 each:
Anuneet Gupta, Anubhav Verma, Trisha Srivastava, Abhishek Kumar, Divyanshu S. Sengar, Gauri Upadhyay, Ashi Singh, Ayushman Singh Yadav, Adarsh Kumar, Mansi MB Maurya, Ananya Jaiswal, and A***n Singh.

💡 The event showcased groundbreaking innovations in:

🔹 Artificial Intelligence
🔹 Healthcare & Biotechnology
🔹 Sustainability
🔹 Hospitality
🔹 Digital Transformation
🔹 Social Innovation

🌟 Some Remarkable Winning Innovations:

• HeatMetal Material Simulation Engine (M.S.E)
• Presence AI
• HairKart: Live Salon Queue
• AI-Based Power Assistant
• Cosmolith — AI-Powered Hospital Operating System
• Zero-Waste Hotels (AI Food Waste Predictor)
• Botanical Breakthrough in Gastric Recovery
• Growth Scale
• …and many more transformative ideas!

The ceremony also marked a significant milestone as newly incubated and pre-incubated startups officially signed incubation agreements with CSJMIF, further strengthening its mission to transform innovative ideas into impactful enterprises. The proceedings of the program were conducted by Mr. Prabhakar Singh.

✨ The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including:
✨ Mr. Rakesh Mishra, Registrar, CSJMU
✨ Dr. Brishti Mitra, Dean Academics, CSJMU
✨ Dr. Divyansh Shukla, CEO, CSJMIF
✨ Dr.Vivek Singh Sachan Sachan, Associate Professor (SBM)
✨ Dr. Sidhanshu Rai, Assistant Professor (SBM)
✨ Dr. Praveen Bhai Patel, Assistant Professor (UIET)
✨ Mr. Balram Narula, Managing Director, Jet Knitwears Ltd

👏 Congratulations to all winners and participants for showcasing extraordinary innovation and entrepreneurial spirit!

🚀 Workshop on Founder’s Personality & Communication | 30 April 2026Under the visionary guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancell...
30/04/2026

🚀 Workshop on Founder’s Personality & Communication | 30 April 2026

Under the visionary guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak, the Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation, kanpur (CSJMIF) successfully organized a one-day workshop on “Founder’s Personality and Communication” at the CSJMIF Seminar Hall.

The workshop focused on enhancing communication skills, personality development, and entrepreneurial thinking among aspiring founders and innovators. It witnessed enthusiastic participation from startups, students, and innovation-driven individuals, making it an engaging and impactful session.
We were honored to have Dr Rao Vikram Singh . PhD (President, TiE UP) as the Chief Guest. He was warmly welcomed by Dr. Divyansh Shukla (CEO, CSJMIF), who also introduced him to the participants.

Dr. Rao shared powerful insights on:
✔️ The importance of effective communication
✔️ Building confidence as a founder
✔️ Developing a strong entrepreneurial mindset

He emphasized how a founder’s personality influences stakeholders, builds trust, and drives venture success. His message to think big, stay resilient, and continuously refine communication skills deeply resonated with the audience.

The event was further graced by the presence of distinguished dignitaries:

• Dr. Divyansh Shukla (CEO, CSJMIF)
• Mr. Anshu Singh (CIO, CSJMIF)
• Mr. Prabhakar Singh (Program Manager)
• Mr. Anil Kumar Tripathi (Incubation Manager)
• Mr. Shailendra kumar Yadav (Innovation Officer)
• Mr. suyesh saxena (Digital Marketing Associate)
• Team CSJMIF

During the session, Dr. Divyansh Shukla also highlighted how participants can effectively leverage incubation support, mentorship, and institutional resources offered by CSJMIF to transform innovative ideas into successful startups.

💡 The workshop served as a valuable platform for learning, networking, and inspiration, empowering participants to strengthen their entrepreneurial journeys.

On the occasion of World Intellectual Property Day (26 April 2026)Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur (CSJMU...
26/04/2026

On the occasion of World Intellectual Property Day (26 April 2026)

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur (CSJMU), Kanpur and the
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation, Kanpur
extend warm wishes to innovators, researchers, students, and creators everywhere.

Under the guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, (CSJMU, Kanpur)
Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak,
we reaffirm our commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and intellectual property awareness.

This year’s theme, “IP and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate!”, highlights the powerful connection between creativity, competition, and intellectual property.

Let us continue to:
🔹 Create – Transform ideas into meaningful innovations
🔹 Protect – Secure intellectual assets for future growth
🔹 Empower – Enable progress through patents, trademarks & copyrights
🔹 Inspire – Drive innovation for a better tomorrow

Together, we celebrate the spirit of innovation where ideas are nurtured, protected, and transformed into impactful solutions.

The Ideathon Pitching session Event was successfully organized on 25 April 2026 at the seminar hall of the Chhatrapati S...
25/04/2026

The Ideathon Pitching session Event was successfully organized on 25 April 2026 at the seminar hall of the Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation (CSJMIF), fostering a vibrant spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship among students. 🌟

The event was organized under the esteemed guidance of Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, CSJM University, Kanpur.

👏 More than 60 students from various departments of Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur (CSJMU), Kanpur actively participated and confidently presented their innovative ideas, addressing social, technological, and business challenges with creativity and analytical insight.

We were privileged to have our distinguished speakers grace the occasion:
🎙️ Dr. Divyansh Shukla, CEO,CSJMIF
🎙️ Mr. Jignesh Mangalpara, JT Attorny
🎙️ Mr. Tushar Srivastava, JT Attorny
🎙️ Dr Prashant Trivedi Trivedi, Asst. Professor, SBM, CSJMU
🎙️Mr. Anshu Singh, CIO,CSJMIF
🎙️ Mr. Anil Kumar Tripathi, Incubation manager, CSJMIF

The event was efficiently coordinated by Dr. Divyansh Shukla along with his dedicated CSJMIF team.

🏆 The ideas were carefully evaluated, and the winners will be announced soon, encouraging students to continue their entrepreneurial and innovation journeys.

💬 The program concluded with an engaging interactive Q&A session, where students gained valuable insights into startups, technology, and career opportunities.

✨ Overall, the event proved to be an excellent platform for students to showcase their ideas, enhance their confidence, and take meaningful steps toward future innovations.

🎉 World Creativity & Innovation Day 2026 | Ideathon 2026 – Innovation to Enterprise 🚀An inspiring expert session was suc...
22/04/2026

🎉 World Creativity & Innovation Day 2026 | Ideathon 2026 – Innovation to Enterprise 🚀

An inspiring expert session was successfully organized on 21 April 2026 at the Seminar Hall of Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation, Kanpur (CSJMIF) under the guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak.

👥 Over 50 participants joined this engaging session designed to help innovators transform ideas into startups.

🎤 Expert Speakers:

* Dr. Vishal Kumar Chakradhary, CEO/Director, RF Nanocomposites Pvt. Ltd.
* Ms. Swati, RF Nanocomposites Pvt. Ltd.

They shared practical insights on innovation, startup development, and real-world entrepreneurial challenges.

💡 Key Highlights:
* Pitch Deck Training Session
* Idea to Enterprise Guidance
* Confidence-building for investor presentations

✨ Special Insights by:
* Dr. Divyansh Shukla, CEO, CSJMIF
* Mr. Anshu Singh, CIO, CSJMIF
They highlighted CSJMIF’s support system, including mentorship, incubation, and resources for budding entrepreneurs.

🙏 Acknowledgements:
Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Shilpa Deshpande Kaistha for her guidance.

Gratitude to:
* Mr. Prabhakar Singh, Program Manager
* Mr. Anil Kumar Tripathi, Incubation Manager
* Mr. Shailendra kumar Yadav, Innovation Officer
* Mr. suyesh saxena, Digital Marketing Associate
and the entire CSJMIF team.

🌟 The session was highly impactful, leaving participants motivated to take their ideas forward with confidence!

A significant step toward strengthening the startup and innovation ecosystem in Uttar Pradesh 🚀TiE UP has signed a Memor...
22/04/2026

A significant step toward strengthening the startup and innovation ecosystem in Uttar Pradesh 🚀

TiE UP has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation, marking a powerful collaboration between academia and industry.

The signing ceremony, held at the campus of Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur, brought together key leaders and visionaries committed to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and real-world business exposure for students and aspiring founders.

The event was graced by Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak as Chief Guest, along with Dr Rao Vikram Singh . PhD and distinguished attendees including Dr. Atul Kapoor and Dr. Vishwanath Gupta.

This partnership aims to:
🔹 Bridge the gap between academia and industry
🔹 Provide mentorship and incubation support
🔹 Enable knowledge exchange and skill development
🔹 Transform innovative ideas into successful startups

A key highlight was the visionary proposal of a “Startup Mela” by Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak, focusing on sectors like healthcare, agriculture, drone technology, and rural development — creating a platform for collaboration and innovation.

As rightly said by Dr Rao Vikram Singh . PhD :
“This collaboration marks an important milestone… nurturing a generation that creates employment, not just seeks it.”

With strong leadership from the CSJM Innovation Foundation team, including Dr. Shilpa Deshpande Kaistha, Dr. Sidhanshu Rai, Dr.Vivek Singh Sachan, Dr. Divyansh Shukla,Mr Anshu Singh, Mr Prabhakar Singh, Mr Anil Kumar Tripathi & Mr Shailendra kumar Yadav and others, this initiative lays the groundwork for a long-term, impactful ecosystem.

Together, this collaboration is set to empower youth, drive innovation, and contribute meaningfully to regional economic development. 🌱

Invitation to Ideathon 2026 – Expert Session  Greetings!  Under the visionary guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. ...
20/04/2026

Invitation to Ideathon 2026 – Expert Session
Greetings!

Under the visionary guidance of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak, we are pleased to invite you to an exclusive expert session on the occasion of World Innovation Day as part of Ideathon 2026 – Innovation to Enterprise.

This session has been specially organized for you, as you have registered and shown interest in participating in Ideathon 2026. It will guide you in refining your ideas and transforming them into impactful ventures.

We are delighted to announce that the session will be conducted by Dr. Vishal Kumar Chakradhary, CEO/Director of RF Nanocomposites Pvt. Ltd. The program will also include a Pitch Deck Training Session, designed to help you effectively present your ideas to investors and stakeholders.

Date: 21 April 2026
Time: 11:30 AM
Venue: Seminar Hall, CSJM Innovation Foundation
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from experts, enhance your ideas, and take a step closer to innovation and entrepreneurship.

We look forward to your enthusiastic participation!

Warm regards,
Team CSJM Innovation Foundation
MoE's Innovation Cell Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation (Technology Business Incubator, promoted & supported by Chhatrapati S...
12/04/2026

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Innovation Foundation (Technology Business Incubator, promoted & supported by Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur CSJM University, Kanpur) & BaryTech Seed Capital Program | Official Launch

We are pleased to formally announce the launch of the CSJM Innovation Foundation & BaryTech Seed Capital Program—a *strategic, equity-based investment platform* focused on identifying and scaling high-potential, innovation-driven ventures.

With *seed capital support of up to ₹10 Lakhs*, the program is designed to back high-growth startups across priority sectors including AI & Healthcare, Agri-Tech, Green-Tech, and Next-Generation Technologies.

The initiative extends beyond capital infusion by delivering a structured venture-building ecosystem, encompassing:
* Institutional incubation at CSJM INNOVATION FOUNDATION
* Curated industry linkages and market access
* Mentorship from domain experts and ecosystem leaders
* Product development, validation, and commercialization support

This program aligns with our broader mandate to **build a pipeline of investment-ready ventures**, enable technology-led entrepreneurship, and contribute meaningfully to strengthening India’s innovation economy.

Application Deadline: 10 May 2026
Apply: https://barytech.com/csjmif

We invite founders building scalable, impact-oriented solutions to engage with this platform and leverage strategic capital alongside institutional support.lh

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