The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati successfully concluded the five-day Innovation, Design and Entrepreneurship (IDE) Bootcamp 2026, aimed at fostering entrepreneurial skills among students. The programme was held from April 20 to April 24 at the institute’s campus. Organized by the School of Agro and Rural Technology (SART), the residential bootcamp brought together nearly 150 participants from 14 states across India. The initiative focused on nurturing innovation, design thinking, and entrepreneurial capabilities among young minds.
The bootcamp was supported by the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell, and SBI Foundation. A total of 34 student teams participated and engaged in activities centered on innovation and skill development. The programme featured expert-led sessions on design thinking, startup development, artificial intelligence, customer discovery, lean canvas modelling, and financial planning. Mentors from the Wadhwani Foundation also guided participants from idea generation to prototype development.
A key highlight was the exposure visit to the Technology Innovation Centre (TIC) and Design Innovation Centre, where students gained hands-on experience. The event also included a panel discussion with startup founders and industry experts. On April 24, a Pitch Day was organized, where student teams presented their business ideas before a 12-member jury panel. Selected teams were awarded during the valedictory session. The bootcamp was coordinated by Dr Sagar Surendra Deshmukh. Organizers said the initiative played a significant role in encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation among students.
