Chitkara University Startups Showcase Innovation at Microsoft and IIM Lucknow
5 Dariya News
Chandigarh 16-Jun-2026
Demonstrating the growing strength of its entrepreneurial ecosystem, Chitkara University enabled its student startups to showcase their innovative ventures before industry leaders, investors, and academic experts through exclusive startup pitching engagements at Microsoft India and the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow.
As part of the Global Entrepreneurship & Innovation Program (GEIP) conducted by the Centre for Entrepreneurship Education & Development (CEED), 24 technology startups from Chitkara University were invited to present their ventures before the Startup & Investment Team at Microsoft's Gurugram office. The startups showcased innovative solutions across Artificial Intelligence, Agritech, HealthTech, Sustainability, Enterprise Technology, Fashion, and other emerging sectors.
The founders received valuable feedback from Microsoft's startup and investment experts on product-market fit, scalability, technology adoption, commercialisation strategies, and investment readiness, helping them refine their ventures for future growth and market success. In another significant milestone, selected startups from Chitkara University also presented their ventures at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow, engaging with faculty experts, startup mentors, and members of the innovation ecosystem.
Several startups received strong appreciation for the quality of their innovation, clarity of vision, and market potential. To recognise their achievement, the participating startup founders were felicitated by Dr. Madhu Chitkara, President and Co-founder, Chitkara University, congratulated the students for representing the university on prestigious national platforms and encouraged them to continue pursuing innovation-led entrepreneurship with purpose and perseverance.
Dr. Madhu Chitkara said, “Entrepreneurship is about transforming ideas into meaningful impact. It is inspiring to see our students confidently present their innovations before leading industry experts and academic institutions such as Microsoft India and IIM Lucknow.
These experiences not only validate their ideas but also strengthen their ability to create solutions that address real-world challenges. At Chitkara University, we remain committed to nurturing a culture of innovation, leadership, and enterprise that empowers our students to become job creators and changemakers of tomorrow.”
Through initiatives such as GEIP, startup showcases, industry immersions, investor interactions, and global collaborations, Chitkara University continues to nurture the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs, empowering them to transform ideas into scalable ventures capable of creating economic and societal impact.
Caption: 1_ Dr. Madhu Chitkara felicitates Chitkara University student founders after their successful startup showcases at Microsoft India and IIM Lucknow, celebrating innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry-ready impact.