Acic-Kl Startups Foundation

11/09/2025

🌟 Congratulations to AIM for going global! 🌟
A proud moment as India’s innovation journey takes a giant leap with the first international Atal Incubation Centre at IIT-Abu Dhabi. 🎉👏

This milestone not only strengthens India–UAE innovation ties but also empowers startups, young innovators, and students to dream bigger and create solutions that impact the world. 🌍✨

We extend our heartfelt applause to NITI Aayog, AIM, and the entire ecosystem for this visionary step towards nurturing global changemakers. 🚀💡

AIM Goes Global 🌍✨

Taking forward the vision of Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi - “Innovate in India, innovate for humanity” - Union Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan today inaugurated the first international Atal Incubation Centre at IIT-Abu Dhabi marking a new era of collaboration across the vibrant innovation ecosystems of 🇮🇳 and 🇦🇪

The AIC will offer world-class infrastructure, mentorship, and global market access to nurture startups and young innovators. Complementing this, Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) will be established in UAE schools to ignite creativity and problem-solving skills amongst students, encouraging them to shape the future.

Building on the Honb'le PM’s vision that India’s innovators have the power to revolutionise the world by solving local challenges while serving humanity globally, this collaboration will enable entrepreneurs to address local and global challenges and together, India and the UAE will be building a brighter, more innovative future for humanity and the entire world



Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
IIT Delhi
Startup India
Department of Science and Technology, Government of India
Dharmendra Pradhan
Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India
Dr Jitendra Singh
PMO India
Narendra Modi
NITI Aayog
Ministry of Science and Technology
Abu Dhabi Media Office
Dr S. Jaishankar
Ministry of Education
Vineet Joshi
CBSE
Nasscom Startups
Droupadi Murmu
Amit Shah
Rajnath Singh

11/09/2025

Inspiring Young Minds Towards Entrepreneurship | Incubation Visit by Agricultural Department Students of KL University

On 9th September 2025, the Agricultural Department students of KL University visited ACIC KL Startup Foundation for an incubation exposure visit.
During the session, our CEO, Mr. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni, interacted with the students and spoke about the importance of taking entrepreneurship as a journey. He encouraged them to think beyond jobs and reminded them that “Every idea has the power to create impact, if only you take the first step.”

He also shared:
- The importance of becoming job providers rather than job seekers.
- The role of incubation centers in supporting students with programs, outreaches, ideathons, knowledge sessions, and workshops.
- The funding opportunities available for student entrepreneurs.

Later, the students visited our incubation facilities:
- Rapid Prototyping Lab – where they learned about the 3d printer, Z-axis printer and liquid resin printer, and the value of prototyping.
- Ideation Zone – to explore how ideas can grow.
-Makerspace – where they saw products created in capacity building programs.

The visit helped students understand how innovation happens inside an incubation center and why entrepreneurship is a unique journey of learning every day.

We sincerely thank the students and faculty of KL University’s Agricultural Department for visiting us and actively participating. We look forward to seeing them in our upcoming programs and events.

03/09/2025

ACIC KL Startups Foundation at ET HRWorld Roundtable

On 22nd August 2025, our CEO Mr. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni had the privilege to represent ACIC KL Startups Foundation at the exclusive roundtable hosted by ET HRWorld in collaboration with Wadhwani Foundation at Hyatt Place, Vijayawada.

We were invited to join the discussion on “Bridging the Employability Gap: Aligning Academia, Skills, and Industry Demand in India.”
During the session, we:
✅ Connected and networked with academicians, HR leaders, and policymakers.
✅ Shared our suggestions on updating curriculum, making apprenticeships compulsory, and building strong regional skill clusters.
✅ Highlighted the importance of soft skills, industry–academia partnerships, and micro-certification programs.
✅ Gained valuable insights from experts, which will help us shape our future programs and initiatives.

Our CEO, Mr. Ramankanth Vallabhaneni, concluded with these inspiring words:
“Necessity is the mother of innovation — but collaboration is the father of impact.”

We sincerely thank ET HRWorld, the Wadhwani Foundation, and Ms. Gauri Sharma for inviting us and creating this platform for meaningful dialogue. Special thanks to all the delegates and participants for their valuable inputs and discussions.

At ACIC KL Startups Foundation, we remain committed to building stronger connections between academia, skills, and industry to create a future-ready workforce.

03/09/2025

🚀 Inspiring Visit by Ms. Vitasta Tiwari to ACIC KL Startups Foundation 🌱

On 1st September 2025, we had the pleasure of welcoming Ms. Vitasta Tiwari, Innovation Lead – Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, to the ACIC KL Startups Foundation.

During her visit, she:
✨ Explored our incubation centre and facilities
✨ Interacted with our passionate startup founders
✨ Experienced live demos of innovative prototypes and products

She was accompanied by Mr. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni, CEO – ACIC KL Startups Foundation, who shared updates on the progress of startups and their exciting journeys. Founders eagerly presented their prototypes, ideas, and future plans, making the session lively and inspiring.
“Innovation is not just about ideas, it is about making ideas happen.” – Mr. V. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni

“It’s exciting to see innovators from every sector and age group working with such passion.” – Ms. Vitasta Tiwari

💡 The session showcased the diverse innovations being incubated at ACIC KL and encouraged startups to keep building solutions that create impact.

🙏 A heartfelt thanks to Ms. Vitasta Tiwari Madam for her valuable time, encouragement, and words of inspiration.

03/09/2025

Navajeevan – Sustainable Livelihoods: ACIC-KL Startups Hosts Capacity Building Programs

On September 1, 2025, ACIC-KL Startups successfully organized “Navajeevan – Sustainable Livelihoods”, a comprehensive capacity-building initiative designed to empower women with entrepreneurial and livelihood-building skills.

The program featured a diverse set of workshops, including dehydrated food products and food processing, mushroom cultivation, jute bag making, screen printing, tying and dyeing, and coconut thread making. Each session was designed to spark creativity, enhance employability, and encourage self-reliance.

We were delighted to witness the active participation of over 50 women, who showed immense enthusiasm and curiosity. The workshops not only equipped them with practical skills but also built their confidence to explore new opportunities for income generation and sustainable entrepreneurship. Participants engaged with trainers, clarified their doubts, and envisioned how these skills could pave the way toward financial independence.

Adding further value to the program, Ms. Vitasta Tiwari, Innovation Lead, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, graced the event along with Mr. V. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni Garu, CEO of ACIC-KL Startups. They visited each workshop, interacted with participants, and highlighted the importance of skill-based entrepreneurship in building resilient communities.

Ms. Vitasta Tiwari appreciated ACIC-KL Startups for the thoughtful program design and smooth organization of the event. She encouraged women entrepreneurs to utilize the facilities provided by ACIC for conducting and organizing such impactful programs. She further emphasized the necessity of empowering women entrepreneurs, underscoring that as women gain skills and confidence, income naturally follows, enabling them to uplift not only themselves but also their families and communities.

Reflecting on the initiative, Mr. V. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni shared:
“At ACIC-KL Startups, we believe that empowering women through skill-building is not just about creating livelihoods; it is about igniting independence, resilience, and leadership. Programs like Navajeevan – Sustainable Livelihoods ensure that women are not merely participants but changemakers shaping the future of their communities.”

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the participants, trainers, resource persons, organizing team, and partners whose dedicated efforts made “Navajeevan – Sustainable Livelihoods” a resounding success.

“Strengthening Skills, Building Futures – Women Leading the Way.”

This program is a powerful reminder that when women are empowered with the right skills, they create sustainable livelihoods, drive economic growth, and lead lasting change.

03/09/2025

Future Forge Startup Mahotsav’25 – Episode 2

Shaping Tomorrow’s Innovations Today

On 1st September 2025, we hosted the Fund Disbursement Ceremony of Future Forge Startup Mahotsav’25 – Episode 2. The event was a celebration of innovation, startups, and the future of entrepreneurship. 🚀✨

The program started with an inspiring address by Mr. V. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni, CEO – ACIC KL Startups Foundation, who congratulated the Ideathon winners and encouraged them with motivating words.

We were privileged to have with us Ms. Vitasta Tiwari, Innovation Lead – Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, and Dr. Narasimha Raju, Director – CIIE.
💡 Event Highlights
- Ms. Vitasta Tiwari congratulated the Ideathon winners and appreciated the diversity of innovators, noting the presence of participants from different sectors and all age groups.
- Cheques were jointly disbursed to the Ideathon winners and CIF beneficiaries by Ms. Vitasta Tiwari, Dr. Narasimha Raju, and Mr. Ramankanth Vallabhaneni.
- The ceremony inspired everyone present and motivated innovators to keep working on their ideas with passion and persistence.

✨ The session not only celebrated achievements but also highlighted the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and ecosystem support for building tomorrow’s entrepreneurs.

🙏 Special thanks to all winners, participants, and to Ms. Vitasta Tiwari Madam for her encouragement and support.

02/09/2025

Community Outreach at Penumaka – Welcoming for Upcoming Events

On 30th August 2025, ACIC KL Startup Foundation visited Penumaka village as part of our community outreach program. The purpose of this visit was to meet the people, understand their interests, and invite them to take part in our upcoming events and programs.

During the session, our Technical and Outreach Manager, Mr. Kurapati Nageswara Rao Garu, explained about the role of an incubation center, how it supports the journey of an entrepreneur, and the different facilities we provide such as networking opportunities, lab access, and community programs. He also shared about the initiatives planned especially to support women entrepreneurs, helping them become financially independent through skill-building and various schemes.

We truly thank the people of Penumaka for welcoming us warmly and showing active interest in learning about the opportunities available. Their curiosity and interaction made the session more meaningful.

As Mr. Kurapati Nageswara Rao Garu rightly said:
“When communities come together to learn and grow, they create pathways not just for themselves but for generations ahead.”

This outreach once again reminds us that a strong community is the foundation for strong entrepreneurs.

26/08/2025

Learnathon 2025: Igniting Ideas, Building Futures

On 23rd August 2025, ACIC-KL Startup Foundation, in collaboration with CIIE, organized an event titled Learnathon.

As part of this program, we had the privilege of hosting an insightful session by CS Srinivas Rao garu, who shared his expertise on several important aspects of entrepreneurship. His talk focused on:

- The importance of innovation and ideas in shaping startups

- Value pitching and how to take an idea closer to becoming a venture

- Compliance, charge filings, and their critical role in sustainable startups

Practical insights into the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship

The session was interactive throughout, with students asking relevant questions and receiving clarity on many aspects of building and running a startup. By the end of the discussion, students walked away with deeper knowledge and clear insights, looking forward to building something greater with their ideas.

We extend our sincere thanks to CS Srinivas Rao garu for his valuable time and guidance. His words of encouragement continue to inspire:

“Innovation is the courage to convert a simple idea into a change that lasts.” – CS Srinivas Rao

We look forward to organizing more such knowledge-sharing sessions to nurture students and help them on their path towards innovation and entrepreneurship.

22/08/2025

Celebrating Entrepreneurship Day | Nirmala Pharmacy College, Mangalagiri

On 21st August 2025, ACIC KL Startups Foundation had the privilege of organizing an insightful session on Entrepreneurship Day at Nirmala Pharmacy College, Mangalagiri.

Our Incubation Manager, Mr. Ch. Prabhu Dev, delivered an inspiring talk on the true qualities of an entrepreneur, highlighting the importance of resilience, vision, and innovation. He also shared real stories of entrepreneurs who transformed challenges into opportunities, and provided a roadmap on the steps students can follow to begin their entrepreneurial journey.
The energy in the room was remarkable - students engaged with curiosity, asked thought-provoking questions, and gained a deeper understanding of what it takes to become an entrepreneur.

🙏 We extend our heartfelt thanks to the students and management of Nirmala College for their warm welcome and for creating such a wonderful platform to nurture entrepreneurial thinking among the youth.

"Entrepreneurship is not just about starting a business; it’s about starting a change that inspires many."

At ACIC KL Startups Foundation, we are committed to guiding and empowering students to dream bigger, think innovatively, and turn their ideas into impact-driven ventures.

22/08/2025

🌿 Empowering Women through Entrepreneurship | Community Outreach in Vaddeswaram

On 19th August 2025, we at ACIC KL Startups Foundation had the privilege of engaging with the community of Vaddeswaram, Guntur District through our Community Outreach Program.

Our Technical & Outreach Manager, Mr. KURAPATI NAGESWARA RAO, shared about how ACIC KL Startups Foundation works to nurture innovation and entrepreneurship. He spoke passionately about:
The vital role of Women Entrepreneurs in shaping stronger communities
The capacity building programs we’ve already conducted to build skills and confidence

The importance of entrepreneurship as a pathway to self-reliance
Our upcoming Sustainable Livelihood Program, and the need for active participation from women to make it a collective success

This outreach wasn’t just about information - it was about inspiration and invitation. We are looking forward to seeing the amazing women of this community come forward, lead with purpose, and make the Sustainable Livelihood Program a truly impactful journey.

🙏 A heartfelt thank you to every woman who joined us in this session. Your energy, questions, and ideas give us hope that together, we can build a future where women’s leadership drives sustainable growth.

💡 "When women rise, communities prosper."

At ACIC KL Startups Foundation, we believe in walking alongside women - empowering them with skills, opportunities, and platforms to turn ideas into impact. Together, let’s create pathways toward independence, sustainability, and community-driven progress.

15/08/2025

Empowering Young Innovators at GMR Campus Rajam – 13th August 2025

On 13th August 2025, ACIC KL Startups Foundation had the privilege of visiting the GMR Campus, Rajam (Vizianagaram), where our CEO, Mr. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni Garu, engaged with the students on the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship. During the session, he shared an inspiring story of a startup that pursued innovation relentlessly, even in the face of challenges. He emphasized that continuous work, regular upgrades, and consistent improvement are the keys to turning ideas into impactful realities.

Mr. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni Garu encouraged students to be bold, take ownership of their ideas, and strive to become job creators rather than job seekers. He also highlighted the various funding opportunities and resources available to support student-led innovations. The event concluded with an engaging activity, where students participated enthusiastically and gained valuable insights - many leaving with a renewed passion and a high likelihood of working further on their ideas.

"Innovation is not about waiting for the perfect moment; it is about starting now, learning continuously, and creating value for the world." – Mr. V. RamanKanth Vallabhaneni Garu

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the GMR Campus Management and the enthusiastic students for their warm welcome, active participation, and commitment to shaping a better future through innovation.

At ACIC KL Startups Foundation, we believe that every idea has the potential to change the world. Together, let’s continue building an ecosystem where young minds dream big, innovate fearlessly, and lead India toward a brighter tomorrow.