Info Edge Center for Entrepreneurship

The Info Edge Center for Entrepreneurship is committed to transforming student entrepreneurial aspirations into reality. The Center constitutes a vibrant ecosystem where constant support, resources and guidance is provided during every stage of a student’s entrepreneurial journey. From inspiration to ideation, incubation to monetization, and even international expansion, students are mentored by some of India’s most accomplished entrepreneurs and Plaksha faculty.

Overview

  • About
  • Info Edge
  • Recent Entrepreneurship Initiatives
About

The Info Edge Center for Entrepreneurship aims to nurture a culture of innovation and creativity in students. This is done through a wide range of activities and campaigns, all designed to ignite the spark in budding entrepreneurs. Under the guidance of some of India's most accomplished entrepreneurs, students gain valuable insights, knowledge, and mentorship that shape their entrepreneurial endeavours.

The collaboration between Plaksha University and Info Edge to build the Center for Entrepreneurship seeks to empower students in making a difference. In envisioning a future driven by innovation and entrepreneurship, the Info Edge Center for Entrepreneurship exposes students to the challenges ahead.

Students are trained and mentored by a select group of entrepreneurs who help develop functional, managerial, and entrepreneurial skills. 

About Info Edge

Info Edge started out as an online classified business, and has since grown and diversified rapidly. Over the last few years, it has set benchmarks as a pioneer for others businesses. Driven by innovation, creativity, an experienced and talented leadership team, and a strong culture of entrepreneurship, it is India’s premier online classifieds company for recruitment, matrimony, real-estate, education, and other related services.

The company's spirit of entrepreneurship is evident in the investments made in early-stage companies and start-ups. These investments are directed at tapping into the growing and vibrant online market in India. InfoEdge is a key partner of Plaksha University in setting up the Center for Entrepreneurship.  

About Initiatives

The Maverick Mindset Fireside Chat

The chat featuring Binny Bansal (Co-founder, Flipkart and Founder, Xto10x) and Prashanth Prakash (Partner, Accel) was moderated by Aakash Chaudhry (Co-founder, AESL). It explored entrepreneurial resilience and strategies to navigate challenges during uncertain times providing unique insights and inspiration to 100+ attendees.

Design Your Life Workshop

Avnie Garg (Founder, Elucidation Today and Visiting faculty, for Design Thinking at Plaksha) conducted a workshop inspired by the Design Your Life course at Stanford University for 30 participants at Plaksha University. The session used design thinking to help students map their personal and professional goals, improve time management and focus on holistic growth.  

Innovator’s Edge Pitch Series

In Oct’24, The InfoEdge Center for Entrepreneurship hosted the Innovators’ Edge: Pitch Event, bringing together startups, industry leaders and investors for an enriching exchange of ideas. The event featured 8 startup pitches and fireside chats with Sanjeev Bikhchandani (Founder, InfoEdge), Rajesh Magow (Co-Founder & Group CEO, MakeMyTrip), Ritesh Malik (Founder & CEO, Innov8), Kanika Tekriwal (Co-founder & CEO, JetSetGo) and Archana Jahagirdar (Founder & Managing Partner, Rukum Capital).  

Dhandha Paani

Held during Plaksha’s inaugural Fitoor x Prayas student festival, Dhandha Paani challenged participants to develop quirky branding campaigns for unusual product pairings, such as Pampers marketing prosthetic limbs. This event highlighted the importance of creativity and humor in strategic thinking.

Startup Sprint 2024

This 24-hour intensive pitching competition challenged teams to develop innovative business ideas in 24 hours. Participants were mentored and judged by industry leaders. The event culminated in three top teams receiving awards for innovation and scalability.  

The Entrepreneur’s Playbook

Brahm Alreja (Founder-Director, Innovative Incentives & Rewards Pvt Ltd) shared valuable insights on entrepreneurial resilience and adaptability during a workshop attended by 30 students. He explored key pillars of an entrepreneurial mindset, including innovation, calculated risk-taking and responsibility.  

The Pitching Room 

Tech Entrepreneurial Challenge Lab: Students presented their well-developed startup ideas as part of a 4-credit course under Minor in Entrepreneurship. The course was aimed at developing business acumen among students and promoting technology-driven solutions.

TiECON Chandigarh

Plaksha University actively participated in TiECON Chandigarh 2025 to showcase student innovations and nurture industry connections. Plaksha sponsored Masterclass in Generative AI by Ajay Arora (Senior Solution Specialist, Global Black Belt and Area Lead, Microsoft AI). A startup by Plaksha students, Thinklude, received a Rs 5 lakh grant for winning the demo day at Saksham Accelerator by SACC India. 

Upcoming Initiatives


Innovation & Research Labs

Research and Innovation Labs provide a dynamic & collaborative environment to build Intellectual Property which can be converted into entrepreneurial ventures.

 

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Ideathon

A 24-hr startup hackathon to be held in November 2023 for students to bring creative ideas, build businesses and pitch to Chandigarh Startup Ecosystem members.

 

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Minor in Entrepreneurship

Adding entrepreneurship to the curriculum for the undergraduate batches with a ‘Technology Startup Lab’ simulation course and specialized elective courses.

 

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Startup Incubation

From refining business models to securing funding and scaling operations, we are committed to empowering startups at an early stage of their journey.

 

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Make an Impact

At the Info Edge Centre for Entrepreneurship, we are dedicated to fostering innovation and supporting aspiring entrepreneurs in their journey to success. Our center serves as a hub for entrepreneurial development, providing resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help individuals turn their ideas into thriving businesses.

We believe that entrepreneurship is a powerful force for economic growth and social change. By empowering entrepreneurs and supporting their ventures, we contribute to job creation, economic development, and the overall prosperity of our community.

To continue our important work, we are seeking support from individuals and organizations who share our passion for entrepreneurship. Your contributions, whether financial or in-kind, will help us provide essential resources and support to budding entrepreneurs, fueling their dreams and helping them overcome challenges along the way.

By joining us in our mission, you can make a lasting impact on the entrepreneurial landscape and contribute to the growth and success of innovative startups. We invite you to reach out to us to learn more about how you can support the Info Edge Center for Entrepreneurship and be a part of empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs. Together, we can create a thriving ecosystem of innovation and drive positive change.

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