The inaugural session of the first Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP) commenced on 23rd September 2024, at the Entrepreneurship Development Centre (EDC) of Nagaland University, Kohima Campus. The inaugural session was graced by Prof. G.T. Thong, Pro Vice Chancellow, NU Kohima as Chief Guest and Savio Visa, Director of Employment, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of Nagaland as Guest of Honour, informed Peter Ki, PRO, NU.
The EDP spans three sessions: from 23-27 September, 30 September to 4 October, and 14-18 October 2024. This initiative targets youth aged 18 to 40 from Kohima district who have innovative business ideas or existing businesses under five years old. Participants will have the opportunity to secure a start-up grant of ₹5 lakh from the Incubation Centre to help turn their business plans into reality.
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According to the press release, 39 students were selected for the programme after attending a series of Entrepreneurship Awareness Programs (EAP) held at various colleges: Mount Olive College on 23rd August, Sazolie College on 28th August, and St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama, on 30th August.
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The EDP is part of a broader initiative to establish and manage entrepreneurship development and incubation centers in educational institutions across the North Eastern Region, sponsored by the North Eastern Council (NEC) and the Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship.
Dr. Dhrubajyoti Bordoloi, Assistant Professor in the Department of Management, serves as the Coordinator for the program, with Dr. Ditalak Mpanme as the Joint Coordinator, stated the press release.
