The Department of Computer Science and Design (CSD), PESITM Shivamogga, in association with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), organised an insightful session on “Accelerators / Incubation Opportunities”.

The Chief Guests were Mr. Bharath Kumar, Incubation Manager, Anvesana Innovation and Entrepreneurial Forum,  and Mr. Pavan M. Naik, Program Associate, Anvesana Innovation and Entrepreneurial Forum.

 Students explored the difference between incubation and acceleration programmes, identifying real-world problems, validating innovative ideas, and transforming them into practical solutions.

The session also covered mentorship, networking, funding, business models and pitching, encouraging students to explore entrepreneurship and build solutions that create real-world impact.