CUAP will host a two-day national seminar on innovation-based entrepreneurship

The Central University of Andhra Pradesh (CUAP) plans to organize a two-day national seminar titled “Promoting Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Through Innovation: Visualizing India@2047” in January 2027, the research papers of which have been requested to be submitted by November 10.

Organized by the Department of Professional Studies and Skills Development and the Department of Management of CUAP, the seminar aims to bring together academic and industry perspectives and explore how innovation can turn business ideas into sustainable businesses and meaningful opportunities.

Prof. C. Sheela Reddy, Vice-Chancellor (Acting) CUAP, launched in the presence of Prof. B. Venkateswarlu, Dean of Student Welfare and others, seminar flyer. The talks will focus on emerging areas such as artificial intelligence, financial technology (FinTech), agricultural technology (Agri-Tech), deep technology, climate technology, digital business and innovation-based startups. The seminar will also explore the role of educational institutions, research organizations, industry and government in strengthening the Indian entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The seminar will highlight the importance of inclusive and sustainable entrepreneurship, including women and youth entrepreneurship, rural and agrarian enterprises, green enterprises, circular economy models, social enterprises and technology-enabled micro, small and medium enterprises. These approaches can help to expand livelihood opportunities, promote balanced regional development and ensure that the benefits of entrepreneurship reach communities outside large urban centres.

The National Seminar will provide a multidisciplinary platform for academics, researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, industry experts and students to exchange ideas, present research findings and brainstorm practical strategies for building a resilient, globally competitive innovation-based business ecosystem.

Published – 15 Oct 2026 20:15 IST