“Made in Mind, Built in Bharat” – Youngpreneur Summit at Bharat Mandapam Honors Rising Startups and Student Innovators. New Delhi, 23rd July 2025 – The grand stage of Bharat Mandapam played host to the powerful and inspiring “Made in Mind. Built in Bharat – Youngpreneur Summit”, aimed at recognizing and promoting young entrepreneurs, innovators, and startup founders who are shaping the future of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India).
Chief Guest, Hon’ble Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister of Delhi, addressed the gathering with a strong message of hope and vision. Stating that empowered youth and thriving startups are the true backbone of a self-reliant and developed India. She said, “Young entrepreneurs and startups are the heartbeat of a Viksit Bharat. Their passion and vision will lead India into a new era of growth and global leadership.”
The event organized under the leadership of COWE – Confederation of Women Entrepreneurs. UP Chapter, with active participation from its dignitaries including. Hence Meetu Puri, National Treasurer, COWE India, Ria Raheja, President, COWE UP, Stuti Raheja, Secretary, Sikha Ghai, Secretary, Mansi Ghai, Treasurer and Anuradha Bhatia, Joint Secretary.
Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor of AAFT University expressed while talking to the press that he encouraged the youth to channel their creative energy into enterprises that contribute to the nation’s growth. “India is no longer just a market for innovation; it is a powerhouse of ideas, driven by its brilliant youth. Hence ‘Made in Mind, Built in Bharat’ is not just a slogan — it is our mission,” he said. Meetu Puri, National Treasurer of COWE India, said, “Young entrepreneurs are the driving force of a progressive India. Their innovation and courage are shaping a stronger, self-reliant nation.”
AAFT, ABS, and ALC Shine at Youngpreneur Awards
Such as a highlight of the summit, students and alumni from AAFT (Asian Academy of Film & Television), ABS (Asian Business School). And ALC (Asian Law College) honored with the prestigious Youngpreneur Awards by Chief Minister. Delhi Rekha Gupta for their outstanding contributions to entrepreneurship and innovation. Such as Awardees included: Shoaib Malik, Founder, Travel Dunya.com, Shouhadra Dixit, Founder & CEO, Radio Damroo FM. Etawah, Akash Anand, Founder, The Fourth Pillar Media House, Jharkhand. Trisha Chaudhary, Founder, AZAAD ATELIER – Such as A Clothing Brand, Shreyansh Mohan Verma, Singer-Songwriter & Vocal Coach, Vocalsmith, and Manager, Leading Drops Band. Akshat Bhargava, Executive Producer, AN1K8T & Sevnarts Productions, Aniket Bharti. Hence Co-Founder & Music Composer, Blvckhol Media, Pradeev Yadav, Co-Founder, Snappikart Techlabs Pvt. Ltd. (Brand: Scanimart), Rishi Gupta, Founder, Ragor – The Smart Helmet Pvt. Ltd., Utkarsh Sharma, Co-Founder & CEO, Kanoonwise Academy and Kanoonwise Foundation
Such as These young changemakers are blazing a trail in fields ranging from technology, law, and media to fashion, music, and social entrepreneurship. The Youngpreneur Summit concluded with a resounding message — India’s future lies in its youth. And platforms like these will continue to nurture, inspire, and empower the leaders of tomorrow.