Heritage Meets Innovation | Khadi: Tradition, Innovation & Sustainable Entrepreneurship
30 Sep 2026
Institutions Innovation Council (IIC), Sharda University Agra, in collaboration with Anand School of Engineering & Technology (ASET) and Sharda School of Design (SSD), successfully organized an insightful session on “Khadi: Tradition, Innovation & Sustainable Entrepreneurship”.
The session served as a meaningful platform to explore the intersection of Indias rich Khadi heritage with innovation, sustainability, design, technology and entrepreneurship. It highlighted how traditional industries can embrace emerging technologies and innovative business models to create new opportunities for students, entrepreneurs, and society.
Key Highlights of the Session:
- Exploring the rich heritage and contemporary relevance of Khadi
- Promoting sustainable practices and responsible consumption
- Encouraging innovation, entrepreneurship, startups, and e-commerce opportunities
- Inspiring students to develop projects and ventures around Khadi, design, technology, and innovation
- Encouraging students to connect Vocal for Local with innovation and sustainable entrepreneurship
We extend our sincere gratitude to our distinguished guest, Mr. Manjeet Kumar, PMC, UP Khadi & Village Industries Board, for sharing his valuable insights and inspiring our students to recognize the possibilities of Khadi as a platform for innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable development.
We express our heartfelt gratitude to our Honourable Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Parma Nand, for his visionary leadership, constant encouragement and continued support in strengthening the culture of innovation, entrepreneurship and startup development at the University.
A special note of appreciation to the President, IIC; Dean-ASET, Prof. (Dr.) R. Swaminathan and Assistant Dean, SSD, Dr. Monika Choudhary, for their invaluable mentorship, strategic guidance, encouragement and dedicated support in organizing and successfully conducting this event.
Special thanks to Ms. Archana Singh, Assistant Professor (CSE), ASET, and Mr. Aditya, Assistant Professor, SSD, for their dedicated coordination and meticulous efforts in making the event successful.
We also extend our sincere thanks to all the faculty members, organizers and enthusiastic student participants whose active engagement, valuable contributions and collaborative spirit made the session meaningful and impactful.
From heritage to innovation, from tradition to entrepreneurship — Khadi has the potential to inspire a more sustainable and innovative tomorrow.
Heritage Meets Innovation for a Sustainable Tomorrow!
