CIMP is hosting IIC Regional meet 2025 ,a dynamic gathering designed to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration among Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), innovators, and ecosystem enablers.
The Chief Guest will be Mr. Ajay Yadav, Secretary of the Education Department in Bihar.
The dignitaries present at the meet will be Mr. Akhilesh Kumar, Assistant Director, AICTE, Prof. Dr. Rana Singh, Director, CIMP, Kumod Kumar, CAO, CIMP and many more.
Event Highlights
The meet will start at 8 am with Registration & Signatory Campaign,Central Inauguration followed by a Group Photo with the Chief Guest, dignitaries, ecosystem enablers, and participating institutions. There will be Product Demonstration & Exhibition of YUKTI Innovations/Startups. The event will also have Swadesh Udyami-Bazaar showcasing “Vocal for Local” entrepreneurial stalls. There will be Knowledge Sharing & Training Tracks by IIC Institutions, Training of Trainers (ToT) for Innovation Ambassadors, Two Master classes for YUKTI Challenge Innovators & Startup Founders, TRL, IRL & MRL, Legal Entity Compliance. Also one-to-one Mentoring & Pitching Sessions with ecosystem enablers.
Key Themes:
IIC Regional Meet will focus on strengthening the innovation ecosystem through a series of knowledge-sharing and training tracks. Discussions will highlight the IIC structure for institutionalising innovation and the hybrid role of Innovation Ambassadors in driving initiatives across institutions. Participants will explore mentorship techniques designed to guide and support startups, alongside insights into the YUKTI Innovation and IPR Repository as a pipeline for nurturing ideas. The programme will also emphasise structured strategies for building innovation ecosystems in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and the importance of linkages with schools and innovation schemes to broaden the impact. The day will conclude with the felicitation of the best innovators and IIC posters at the regional level, followed by the recognition of outstanding Innovation Ambassadors, celebrating their contributions to fostering creativity, entrepreneurship, and collaborative growth.
The IIC Regional Meet aims to: Showcase innovative products, startups, and entrepreneurial ventures; Strengthen collaboration between institutions and ecosystem enablers; Empower Innovation Ambassadors through training and mentorship; Recognise outstanding innovators, startups, and ambassadors driving change.
The IIC Regional Meet 2025 promises to be a landmark event, celebrating the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship while reinforcing India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat through “Vocal for Local.”
Prof. Dr. Rana Singh, Director, CIMP said,
“At CIMP, we believe that innovation is not just about creating new ideas but about nurturing a culture of collaboration, entrepreneurship, and impact. Receiving the prestigious 4-Star IIC rating is a testament to our commitment to institutionalizing innovation and empowering young minds to become change-makers. Through initiatives like the IIC Regional Meet, we aim to strengthen the innovation ecosystem, connect academia with industry, and inspire our students and faculty to contribute meaningfully to India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.”
Kumod Kumar, CAO, CIMP said,
“The IIC Regional Meet is a powerful platform that brings together innovators, institutions, and ecosystem enablers to exchange ideas and build collaborations. At CIMP, we are dedicated to promoting a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship that aligns with the national vision of ‘Vocal for Local’ and Atmanirbhar Bharat. This meet not only showcases the creativity of our students and startups but also strengthens the collective resolve to institutionalize innovation across higher education institutions.”
