Vikrama Simhapuri University Vice-Chancellor Allam Srinivasarao felicitating Sri Venkateswara University RUSA CEO Vamsi Krishna Rayala during a special education program at VSU Kakutur campus in Nellore district, Thursday | Photo credit: BY ARRANGEMENT
Sri Venkateswara Rashtriya University Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (SVU RUSA) CEO Vamsi Krishna Rayala advised students to shape startup ideas to meet international standards under the ‘Capacity Building Program on Entrepreneurship & Startup Development – From Idea to Execution’.
A week-long special training program was held at Vikrama Simhapuri University (VSU) Kakutur campus in SPSR Nellore district on Thursday. Mr. Vamsi Krishna provided valuable insights on the importance of startups, strategies for turning business ideas into viable plans and opportunities available in the industrial sector.
“A good idea alone is not enough to make a startup successful, students need to understand key aspects such as market research, financial planning, risk management, product validation and customer feedback,” he said, explaining the various incubation supports, funding schemes, start-up grants and mentoring opportunities provided by government and private organizations for entrepreneurs.
CEO of SVU RUSA emphasized that courage, continuous learning, networking and strong technical knowledge play an important role in overcoming the challenges at the start. Students actively participated by asking questions related to starting a business, business models and communicating with investors, to which Mr. Rayala answered with detailed explanations.
Speaking on the occasion, VSU Vice-Chancellor Allam Srinivasarao said that such capacity building programs are essential to shape an idea into a successful business. He encouraged students to explore new business opportunities by using their creativity and skills rather than relying solely on traditional job roles.
He further said that market understanding, clear planning, teamwork and continuous innovation are essential to achieve success in startups. He assured that the university would provide complete support to promote entrepreneurial thinking among students, adding that students who come up with promising start-up ideas would be given financial assistance and support.
Published – 11 Dec 2025 20:56 IST
