DERBI Foundation

☀️ Wishing all a prosperous New Year 2025! 🌞 As we welcome 2025, let's open the doors to new opportunities for startups and support groundbreaking innovations. This year, we commit to creating a nurturing environment where creativity thrives and bold ideas take shape. 🚀✨ Let's build a community that champions entrepreneurship, providing resources and mentorship to turn visions into reality. At the same time, let's prioritize mental health, understanding that innovation flourishes in a balanced mind. 💚🧘♂️ Here's to a year of impactful ventures, supportive collaborations, and mindful success. May 2025 be a year of breaking barriers and seizing opportunities together. 🎆 🎊 Cheers to an inspiring and prosperous new year! 🥂 Rohan Prem Sagar | Sathyanarayana B V | Bhavani G | Sowmya Sathish | Dr. Adithya Hande | Daamini Sharma | Dayananda Sagar Institutions | Dayananda Sagar University | CDSIMER | IEDC DSCE | Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship -SINE IIT Bombay | SHINE - Sahyadri Hub of Innovation and Entrepreneurship | MeitY Startup Hub | Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) | IT BT Department, Karnataka | Department of Science & Technology, Government of India | Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) | Department of Biotechnology | Startup India |

🌟 Innotech Ideathon 2024: Celebrating Innovation and Announcing Winners! 🌟 We are thrilled to share the outstanding outcomes and winners of Innotech #Ideathon_2024! This event has showcased the incredible talent and innovative spirit of our participants, all focused on driving sustainability in the circular economy and water conservation. 🌊 Water Conservation Category: - 🥉 Runner-Up 2: "Tech Wizards": Microbots designed for cleaning water bodies - 🥈 Runner-Up 1: "Eco Flow": The Underground Modular Storage Tanks with Algal Bioremediation - 🥇 Winner: "Seawage Sage": Micro/residential sewage water management solutions ♻️ Circular Economy Category: - 🥉 Runner-Up 2: "Ecorenowa":  sustainable recycling of end-of-life (EoL) solar panels to address the growing waste challenge - 🥈 Runner-Up 1: "Cementless Creators" Utilization of Red Mud and Incinerator Waste as Complete Replacements for Cement - 🥇 Winner: Artificial Intelligence for deaf-AiD: Harness waste heat generated by industrial processes and convert it into usable electrical energy using thermoelectric power generation 💭 In a last-minute decision, due to the overwhelming number of impressive applications, our organizing team introduced a special category called "Notable Innovation." This award recognizes a standout innovation that deserves special mention: - 👨💻 Notable Innovation: Navio: Developing nano-catalyst based materials for Hydrogen fuel Cells 🎆 Congratulations to all the winners! Your dedication, creativity, and innovative solutions have set a high standard for future challenges. 🏃➡️ To all the participants who did not win, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your hard work and innovative ideas. The competition was fierce, and your contributions were invaluable. We believe that your ideas have immense potential and encourage you to continue refining your innovations and presentations. Remember, every great innovation is a journey of continuous improvement. ✍ The insights and feedback you've gained from this experience will be instrumental in your future endeavors. 🤝 Together, we can drive meaningful change and create a more sustainable world. Stay tuned for more updates and future initiatives from DERBI Foundation #InnotechIdeathon2024 #CircularEconomy #WaterConservation #Innovation #Sustainability #Winners #NotableInnovation #FutureInnovators #ThankYou #ContinuousImprovement Rohan Prem Sagar | Sathyanarayana B V | Kanan Dhebar | Bhavani G | Dr. Adithya Hande | Dr. B.G. Prasad | Prince Sah | Sajid Raza | Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, BANGALORE | Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship -SINE IIT Bombay | MeitY Startup Hub | Entrepreneurship-Cell @DSU JAYESH RANJAN | Arul Prasath M | Praveen Jhajhria | Vijetha Shastry | Saravanan Sundramurthy | Prasad Shetty | Dr. Ashwitha Karkera | Ananya kulkarni | Deekshitha M | Rajiv Chaitanya M | S Tilak Sagar |

🌟 Innotech Ideathon 2024: A Resounding Success! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of Innotech #Ideathon_2024! This journey has been an incredible blend of innovation, learning, and collaboration, all focused on driving sustainability and addressing critical challenges in the circular economy and water conservation. 👨🏫 A heartfelt thank you to our overnight mentors who supported our students with unwavering dedication and expertise. Your guidance and insights were invaluable in helping our innovators refine their ideas and bring them to life. 🌱 👩⚖️ Vipul Jain | Jagan karthick | Avinash N Bhat | Shashank H S | Ashik S V | Deepak Dille | Subrahmanyam Muramalla We are deeply grateful to our esteemed jury members from the industry who generously shared their time and expertise. Your thoughtful evaluations, mentorship, and suggestions have not only enriched the participants' experiences but also provided them with a clear path forward. Your commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators is truly inspiring. 🧑⚖️ Vijetha Shastry | Praveen Jhajhria | Saravanan Sundramurthy | Prasad Shetty | Dr. Ashwitha Karkera |Dr. Lakshmi from IIT Madras To our organizers and #volunteers, your tireless efforts and passion have made this event a tremendous success. From meticulous planning to seamless execution, your dedication ensured that every aspect of the Ideathon ran smoothly. 👨💼 Thank you for creating an environment where innovation could thrive. 🤝 As we look ahead, we encourage all participants to continue refining their ideas, seeking feedback, and leveraging the connections made during the #Ideathon. The journey of innovation is ongoing, and we are excited to see the impactful solutions that will emerge from this experience. Stay tuned for more updates and future initiatives DERBI Foundation. Together, we can drive meaningful change and create a more sustainable world. 🌟 #InnotechIdeathon2024 #CircularEconomy #WaterConservation #Innovation #Sustainability #Mentorship #JuryMembers #Organizers #Volunteers #ThankYou #FutureInnovators Rohan Prem Sagar | Sathyanarayana B V | Kanan Dhebar |Bhavani G | Dr. B.G. Prasad | Dr. Adithya Hande | Prince Sah | Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, BANGALORE |Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship -SINE IIT Bombay | Sajid Raza | MeitY Startup Hub | Entrepreneurship-Cell @DSU |

🌟 Innotech Ideathon 2024: Perfecting Your Pitch! 🌟 Yesterday, we were thrilled to host an engaging workshop on "The Art of Pitching" led by the accomplished Ms. Shweta Chaudhary, a distinguished #Startup_Mentor. 🌟 Ms. Shweta offered invaluable insights into the art of crafting persuasive pitches, helping our innovators learn how to effectively communicate their ideas and capture the interest of investors and stakeholders. 🚀 The session was both educational and interactive, providing participants with practical techniques to deliver impactful presentations. 👩💻 Our Ideathon team showed remarkable enthusiasm and active participation, contributing to a lively and productive session. Their questions and discussions added significant value, making the workshop a truly enriching experience. 🗣️ A big thank you to all participants and to Ms. Shweta Chaudhary for her expert guidance and mentorship. 🙏 Stay tuned for more exciting updates from Innotech Ideathon 2024 as we continue to foster innovation and sustainability. 🌱💡 #InnotechIdeathon2024 #ArtOfPitching #StartupMentor #Innovation #Sustainability #Workshop #ShwetaChaudhary #DERBIFoundation #SINE #MeitYStartupHub #EcoInnovation #ActiveParticipation Sathyanarayana B V | Kanan Dhebar | Bhavani G | Dr. Adithya Hande | Prince Sah | Sajid Raza | MeitY Startup Hub | Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship -SINE IIT Bombay | Dayananda Sagar Institutions | Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, BANGALORE

🌟Exciting Update from Innotech Ideathon 2024!🌟 Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting an enlightening workshop on "Customer Discovery & #Go-To-Market Strategy" led by the esteemed Mr. JEBAMALAI S, Deputy Manager at MilkLane Dairy Services Pvt. Ltd💡 Mr. Jebamalai's session provided our innovators with invaluable insights into understanding customer needs, validating market opportunities, and developing effective go-to-market strategies. 🤝 The workshop was incredibly insightful and interactive, offering practical tools and techniques to help our participants refine their business ideas and prepare for successful market entry. 📈 We were thrilled to see our Ideathon team participate so actively and enthusiastically. Their engagement, questions, and discussions made the session even more enriching. 💱 A big thank you to all the participants for their involvement and to Mr. Jebamalai for sharing his expertise and inspiring our innovators! 🙏 Stay tuned for more updates from Innotech Ideathon 2024 as we continue to foster innovation and sustainability. 🌱💻 #InnotechIdeathon2024 #CustomerDiscovery #GoToMarketStrategy #Innovation #Sustainability #Workshop #Jebamalai #MilkLaneTechnologies #DERBIFoundation #SINE #MeitYStartupHub #EcoInnovation #ActiveParticipation Sathyanarayana B V | Kanan Dhebar | Bhavani G | Dr. Adithya Hande | Prince Sah | Sajid Raza | Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship -SINE IIT Bombay | Dayananda Sagar Institutions | Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, BANGALORE | MeitY Startup Hub |

🌟 Exciting Update from Innotech Ideathon 2024!🌟 😇 We had the pleasure of hosting an enlightening workshop on "Business Model Canvas" led by the esteemed Raghunandan NK, Director of the International School of Business & Media. 💡 Dr. Raghunandhan's session was a deep dive into understanding and creating effective business models. It focused on identifying customer needs and leveraging the #Lean Canvas framework. 📊 The workshop was incredibly insightful, providing our innovators with practical tools and strategies to validate their business ideas and develop sustainable models. 📶 We were thrilled to see such active and enthusiastic participation from our Ideathon team. Their engagement, questions, and discussions made the session even more enriching and interactive. 🗣️ A big thank you to all the participants for their involvement and to Dr. Raghu for sharing his expertise and inspiring our innovators! 🙏 Stay tuned for more updates from Innotech Ideathon 2024 as we continue to foster innovation and sustainability. 🌱💻 #InnotechIdeathon2024 #BusinessModelCanvas #Innovation #Sustainability #Workshop #DrRaghunandhanNK #InternationalSchoolofBusinessandMedia #DERBIFoundation #SINE #MeitYStartupHub #EcoInnovation #ActiveParticipation Sathyanarayana B V | Kanan Dhebar | Prince Sah | Bhavani G | Dr. Adithya Hande | Sajid Raza | MeitY Startup Hub | Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship -SINE IIT Bombay | Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering Bangalore | Dayananda Sagar Institutions

💡 Exciting Update from Innotech Ideathon 2024! ⛽ 🗓️ Yesterday, we hosted an insightful workshop on "Idea Validation & Design Thinking" led by Jagan karthick, Head of Siddaganga TBI. 👨💻 Jagan's expertise and dynamic approach gave our innovators invaluable insights into validating their ideas and applying design thinking principles to create impactful solutions. The session was engaging, interactive, and packed with practical tips that our participants could immediately implement. 💬 We were thrilled to see such active and enthusiastic participation from our Ideathon team. Their questions, discussions, and eagerness to learn made the session even more enriching. 🫡 A big thank you to Jagan Karthick for sharing his knowledge and inspiring our innovators! 🙏 Stay tuned for more updates from Innotech Ideathon 2024 as we continue to foster innovation and sustainability. 🌱💻 Sathyanarayana B V | Kanan Dhebar | Bhavani G | Dr. Adithya Hande | Prince Sah | Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship -SINE IIT Bombay | MeitY Startup Hub | Sajid Raza | Dayananda Sagar Institutions #InnotechIdeathon2024 #IdeaValidation #DesignThinking #Innovation #Sustainability #Workshop #SiddagangaIncubationFoundation #DERBIFoundation #SINE #MeitYStartupHub #EcoInnovation

We are thrilled to announce that one of our supported startups, Silifarm Technologies Pvt Ltd, will showcase their innovative solutions at the Tie Global Summit 2024, held on December 10-11 at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, Bengaluru! Meet us at Tie Global Summit, let's discover how, DERBI Foundation along with other visionary startups, are driving innovation forward and making an impact in the industry! 🎯 Let's continue to support and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit that propels technological advancement and economic growth. #TIEGlobalSummit #Innovation #StartupShowcase #MeitYStartupHub #TechForGood #Networking #Growth Sathyanarayana B V | Bhavani G | Dr. Adithya Hande |MeitY Startup Hub | TiE Bangalore | Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering Bangalore, |

We are happy to announce that the DERBI Foundation has been awarded "Best Social Innovation Foundation of the Year 2024" at the Indian csr Awards By Brand Honchos in NewDelhi on 29th Nov 2024🎉🏆 This incredible achievement is a testament to our entire team's hard work, dedication, passion, and thanks to all the innovators, stakeholders, management of Dayananda Sagar Institutions, and unwavering support from the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Department of Biotechnology Government of India (GoI) Startup India Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade MeitY Startup Hub Government of Karnataka Karnataka State Council For Science & Technology K-tech Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) Sagar Hospitals CDSIMER Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship -SINE IIT Bombay Venture Center (Official Account) HDFC Bank Parivartan Canara Bank DigiKey Global Capability Center Chiratae Ventures Lavni Ventures Unitus Capital Ankur Capital 100X.VC Axilor Ventures Enzia Ventures IAN Group (formerly Indian Angel Network) IvyCamp PadUp Ventures Sobus Insight Forum Social Alpha Speciale Invest BIORx Venture Advisors Pvt. Ltd. and many more. Together, we have made a significant impact in promoting social change and improving lives and will continue to do more.. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Govt. of India Rohan Madan Rohan Prem Sagar and everyone who believed in our mission. This award inspires us to continue our efforts toward a more equitable and sustainable future. Here's to creating even greater positive change and making a difference, one step at a time. Thank you for being a part of our journey! 🌍❤️ Sathyanarayana B V

🔥 3 Days Left to Register! 🔥 Get ready to turn your ideas into action! This is your opportunity to shine and contribute to sustainable solutions. Register now and be part of the change. Don’t Miss Out Register Now! https://lnkd.in/gc8SwNP2 #ideathon2024 #CircularEconomy #WaterConservation #Deeptech #Ideathon #Students #Sustainability #TechForGood #SocialImpact #techCommunity #InnovationHub #FutureTech #EcoInnovation #GreenTech Sathyanarayana B V | Bhavani G | Dr. Adithya Hande | Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship -SINE IIT Bombay | Kanan Dhebar | Prince Sah