Entreprenurship Summit 2026
Event Location:
Presidency College, 86 1 College St Calcutta University College Square, Kolkata, West Bengal, 70073, India
Event Description
The Entrepreneurship Summit 2026, scheduled for 10th & 11th March 2026 at Presidency University, is a dynamic platform designed to inspire and empower aspiring entrepreneurs. The summit brings together students, innovators, and industry experts for two days of learning, networking, and competition. Participants will gain valuable insights through mentoring workshops, special lectures, and panel discussions, while also showcasing their creativity and business acumen through a Business Plan Competition and Ad Reel Making Competition. Open to UG & PG students, research scholars, and aspiring entrepreneurs below 30 years of age, the event aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurial thinking under the theme “Empowering Entrepreneurs, Enhancing Economies.”
Event Timelines
Registration 10th March, 12:30 PM
Participant check-in and registration at the Department of Economics, Room 30A.
Inauguration Ceremony 10th March, 1:00 PM
Opening of the summit by the Head of the Economics Department with a welcome address.
Session A – Expert Talks on Entrepreneurship & Innovation 10th March, 1:10 PM - 3:30 PM
Insightful talks by industry leaders and government representatives on MSME growth, innovation, and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Speakers
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Mr. Sitanath Mukhopadhyay – Assistant Director, MSME Institute, Government of India
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Dr. Mou Sen – Joint Director, MSME Department, Government of West Bengal
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Dr. Mahuya Hom Chowdhury – Senior Scientist, West Bengal State Council of Science & Technology
Tea & Networking Break 10th March, 3:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Short refreshment break allowing participants to network and interact with speakers.
Session B – Startup Ecosystem & Funding Opportunities 10th March, 3:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Discussion on startup incubation, funding support, and institutional backing for entrepreneurs.
Speakers
- Dr. Saptarshi Chatterjee – Director, E-YUVA Centre, Adamas University
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Representative, SME Department – State Bank of India
Participant Registration 11th March, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Registration and welcome for participants attending the second day of the summit.
Inaugural Session 11th March, 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Formal opening of Day 2 with an introduction to the day’s competitions and sessions.
Special Lectures by Industry Leaders 11th March, 10:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Inspiring talks from successful business leaders sharing insights on entrepreneurship and innovation.
Speakers
- Mr. Chandrasekhar Ghosh – Chairman & Full-time Executive Director, Bandhan Financial Services
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Mr. Suman Mukhopadhyay – BanglaNatak.com
Panel Discussion – Innovation & Entrepreneurship 11th March, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Interactive panel discussion with industry professionals discussing business opportunities, innovation, and startup growth.
Panelists
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Ms. Pallavi Luharuka – Bengal Greentech
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Mr. Rohan Roy – Matri
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Ms. Nivedita Chatterjee – Vigilanta Presidium
BizPitch – Business Plan Competition 11th March, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Participants present innovative business ideas to a panel of judges.
AdVenture – Ad Reel Making Competition 11th March, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Teams create and present creative advertising reels showcasing marketing and storytelling skills.
Award Distribution & Valedictory Ceremony 11th March, 4:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Closing ceremony announcing winners of the competitions and concluding the summit.