Future Tycoons startup challenge: Private schools urged to promote initiative
The district administration convened a meeting with the private schools across the district to promote the ‘Future Tycoons Startup Challenge’, a flagship initiative aimed at nurturing the entrepreneurial talent among the youth.
In response to the requests from the public and considering the interests of students, the age limit for the student category in the Future Tycoons challenge has been revised from 10 years to 25 years. This update opens new opportunities for a wider range of students to participate in this prestigious competition, which seeks to foster innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
Ambar Bandopadhyay, District Development Fellow (DDF), encouraged all the schools to motivate their students to register and participate actively in the challenge. He highlighted the importance of guiding young minds toward a future of innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship.
Dimple Tandon, District Education Officer (Secondary), emphasised the growing need to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset in students, noting that this is essential for building a robust and future-ready generation.
Deepak Bhalla, Deputy CEO, DBEE, Ludhiana, shared the finer details of the Future Tycoons programme during the meeting. They urged the district’s private schools to take proactive steps in ensuring widespread participation.
The Future Tycoons startup challenge aims to create a platform for young innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs to showcase their talents and ideas, driving the next wave of entrepreneurial growth in Ludhiana.
