Jamshedpur: A seminar on the theme “Entrepreneurship: The Foundation of Aatmanirbhar Bharat” was organised today at the Swadeshi Mela auditorium in Gopal Maidan, Bistupur. The event aimed to inspire youth toward self-reliance through innovation and enterprise.
The seminar was graced by S.K. Behera, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, RSB Group, as the chief guest. Other dignitaries present included Prabhakar Singh, Chancellor, Sona Devi University; Amit Srivastava, Director, Arka Jain University; Prof. (Dr.) S.N. Singh, Vice Chancellor, Shrinath University; Manoj Kumar Singh, Member, National Council of Swadeshi Jagran Manch; Amitabh Senapati, Co-convener, Swadeshi Mela; and Amresh Jha, District Co-convener, Swavalambi Bharat Abhiyan.
The programme began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp and floral tribute to Bharat Mata. Addressing hundreds of students, youth, and teachers, chief guest S.K. Behera said that the idea of Aatmanirbhar Bharat means a self-reliant India capable of meeting its own needs through its resources, technology, and youthful energy. He highlighted that entrepreneurship is the driving force that enables individuals to transform ideas into enterprises, creating employment and contributing to national growth.
He added that when a young person uses their skills to start a new venture, they not only become self-reliant but also help others by generating jobs. “A successful entrepreneur can change the destiny of many unemployed people,” he said. To realise the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship must be encouraged, local industries promoted, and Indian products adopted in daily life. “Aatmanirbhar Bharat is not just a government slogan but a national commitment,” he emphasized.
Addressing the gathering, Prabhakar Singh, Amit Srivastava, and Prof. (Dr.) S.N. Singh stated that India stands at a decisive stage where its youthful population, supported by technological progress and innovation, can usher in a new era of development. Entrepreneurship, they said, acts as a dynamic engine of economic growth, addressing unemployment and fostering a resilient economy through empowerment and job creation.
Keynote speaker Manoj Kumar Singh said that the journey towards a developed India is a collective effort that requires active participation from individuals, institutions, and policymakers. Entrepreneurship, he noted, serves as a bridge that transforms dreams into reality by nurturing innovation, resilience, and self-reliance. By investing in entrepreneurship education and creating a supportive ecosystem, India can unlock the potential of millions and accelerate its economic progress toward 2047.
Convenor Amitabh Senapati, former Senate and Syndicate member of Kolhan University, highlighted that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the central government has launched several initiatives—to encourage youth to become job creators instead of job seekers.
The event was chaired by entrepreneur and district co-coordinator of Swavalambi Bharat Abhiyan, Amlesh Jha. The programme was conducted by Pratibha Rani Mishra, NSS Programme Officer, GIIT Professional College, and the vote of thanks was delivered by Nitish Moni Tiwari from the seminar department. Certificates were distributed to all participating students at the end of the programme.
Students and faculty members from Jamshedpur Women’s University, Arka Jain University, Shrinath University, NTTF, Rambha College of Institutions, IDTR, Sona Devi University, and various colleges under Kolhan University—including Jamshedpur Cooperative College, Graduate College for Women, LBSM College, Workers College, and ABM College—were present in large numbers.
