In a grand celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship, the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi’s (IITD) Entrepreneurship Development Cell (eDC) is gearing up to host the biggest ESummit in India, BECon’24, Business and Entrepreneurship Conclave 2024. Scheduled for the 3rd and 4th of February, BECon’24 promises to be a spectacular affair, drawing a diverse audience of over 15,000 individuals and garnering participation from 500+ institutes across India and opportunity for over 15,000 enthusiasts to engage with industry leaders, connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, and showcase groundbreaking products.
This year, BECon’24 is set to host distinguished guests such as Shri Nitin Gadkari, India’s Minister of Road Transport and Highways, known for advocating innovative and sustainable practices, and Shri Raghuram Rajan, former RBI governor and an IITD alumnus. The lineup also includes Kiran Bedi, India’s First Female IPS Officer, and industry titans like Vijay Shekhar Sharma (Founder and Managing Director of Paytm), Sanjeev Bikhchandani (Founder, InfoEdge), and founders of renowned startups, among many others.
BECon’24 promises enriching discussion sessions with top entrepreneurs and business leaders, including Anurag Kashyap (Film Director), Manu Kumar Jain (Ex Global VP, Xiaomi), V Krishnan (Just Dial Ltd), Vikram Gupta (IvyCap Ventures), Pradeep Gupta (IAN, CyberMedia), Meetul Patel (Wadhwani Foundation), Satya Prakash Singh (SIDBI), Amit Kumar Agarwal (NoBroker) and Himanshu Gautam (Safalta.com). Registration is live at becon.edciitd.com free of cost.
Highlighting the commitment to diversity, BECon’24 features a dedicated session for Women Entrepreneurs, featuring panellists Ruchira Shukla (World Bank Group), Shaili Chopra (SheThePeople), Swati Vasudevan (MD, Khan Academy), Swati Bhargava (Co-Founder of CashKaro.com), and Tanya Singhal (Founder, Mynzo Carbon).
Adding an academic perspective, BECon’24 includes a panel discussion titled “The IIT Delhi Effect: Unravelling the Secret to Producing Most Entrepreneurs,” featuring Vikram Gupta (Founder and Managing Partner of IvyCap Ventures), TP Miglani (Co-Founder of Incedo Inc. ), Pankaj Vermani (CEO and Founder of Clovia), Nitin Jain (Co-founder & CBO at OfBusiness), and Raghav Verma (Raghav Verma, Co-Founder of Chaayos).
Other Highlights of BECon’24:
Moonshot: Asia’s Biggest Student-Run Startup Showcase. Entrepreneurs are invited to pitch their ideas in front of India’s leading investors, including Ankit Agrawal (Founder, InsuranceDekho), Apurva Chamaira (Head VC, Google India), Ankit Mehrotra (Founder & CEO Dineout, Angel Investor), Tej Kapoor (IvyCap Ventures), and Priyank Garg (IAN Fund).
Startup Clinic: An innovative platform that fosters collaboration and growth within the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The Startup Clinic is a nexus where groundbreaking ideas converge with seasoned expertise, creating a unique space for innovation, learning, and strategic partnerships.
BECon Launchpad – A Gateway for Startups: An annual business and startup expo, this expo offers a unique opportunity for startups to network with industry leaders, connect with other startups, meet key founders, and gain exposure through brand connect and social media outreach.
BECon presents a diverse array of competitions and events aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
The Case and the Curious competition challenges participants to apply creativity and strategic thinking to real-world problems.
Blueprint offers budding entrepreneurs a platform to showcase their innovative ideas and business acumen across major cities like Delhi and Bengaluru.
Design Hackathon BrandSkulpt Challenge is a UI-UX challenge to reimagine brands and design user-friendly digital experiences.
Tech. Future Hackathon 3.0, organized by FITT in collaboration with eDC, focuses on propelling visionary entrepreneurs from research and development to creating practical prototypes for Industry 5.0.
CodeWars, addresses the pressing issue of deep fake detection in today’s digital landscape.
Responsible AI for Social Good emphasizes crafting AI solutions that contribute positively to society.
Research Quest 2024 provides researchers with a platform to turn their ideas into impactful solutions.
Register at becon.edciitd.com to participate in this transformative celebration and stand a chance to win prizes while engaging with like-minded individuals passionate about driving change through innovation.
The post BECon’24: IIT Delhi All Set For Annual E-Summit, To Host Nitin Gadkari, Raghuram Rajan, Anurag Kashyap Among Others appeared first on InfluencersPro.
