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Event Date: 03 February, 2026

Event brief description
Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, Galgotias University organized a one-on-one interaction session on 03 February 2026 for its incubated startups with venture capitalist Shashank Randev, Founder & General Partner, 247VC. During his visit, he explored world-class AI, data science, semiconductor, AR-VR, drone, and innovation labs, appreciating the university’s cutting-edge infrastructure. He then interacted with multiple startups, offering strategic insights on scalability, market focus, and technology integration. Impressed by the founders’ problem-solving approach, he praised the university’s ecosystem for nurturing future-ready entrepreneurs and fostering meaningful innovation.

Event Detailed Description
Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, Hon’ble CEO of Galgotias University, a high-impact one-on-one interaction session was organized for incubated startups with renowned venture capitalist Mr. Shashank Randev, Founder & General Partner at 247VC. The initiative reflected a strong commitment to empowering early-stage founders with direct access to investor perspectives, mentorship, and strategic feedback. Designed as an immersive learning and validation platform, the session enabled startups to refine their value propositions while gaining insights into scalability, investment readiness, and market positioning.

Mr. Randev’s visit began with an extensive tour of the AI and Data Science block, where he explored cutting-edge infrastructure that supports advanced research and experiential learning. He was particularly impressed by facilities such as the Wipro Lab, the world-class library ecosystem, the Tech Mahindra Lab, the CISCO Lab, and the IIT Mandi Catalyst Satellite Centre. He appreciated how these industry-integrated environments go beyond traditional classrooms to function as innovation platforms, enabling students and founders to experiment, prototype, and develop solutions aligned with real-world technological demands.

The tour continued through several specialized centres that collectively demonstrate the university’s deep investment in future technologies. Mr. Randev visited the iOS Development Centre, the Design Thinking & Augmented Reality lab, the Semiconductor Research Lab, the Drone Intelligence & Simulation facility, the 3D Printing and Reverse Engineering Centre of Excellence, the CIF Lab, and the Drone Arena. He expressed genuine admiration for the sophistication, scale, and hands-on orientation of these labs, remarking that such world-class facilities create an ecosystem where innovation is practiced, not just taught. The multidisciplinary exposure highlights how students are trained to integrate design thinking, hardware capabilities, and digital intelligence to build market-ready solutions.

The highlight of the visit was the one-on-one interactive session with incubated startups, where founders presented their ventures and received tailored insights. Dr. Shivank Khare, founder of Arogya Virohan, a physiotherapy-focused startup, discussed his growth roadmap. Mr. Randev advised expanding beyond structured B2B engagements to capture opportunities within the unstructured B2C market. Cybergenix Security Pvt. Ltd. showcased its customized AI and robotics solutions for enterprises, impressing Mr. Randev with its practical applications; he invited the team for a deeper follow-up discussion. Dr. Narendra presented his AR-VR platform offering immersive mythological tours of India, where Mr. Randev emphasized integrating AI capabilities to future-proof the storytelling experience. He also interacted with Mr. Shivansh Srivastava, founder of Manparth LLP, whose Vedica education model blends modern pedagogy with traditional knowledge. Appreciating the mission-driven approach, Mr. Randev expressed interest in exploring the concept further.

Beyond these focused discussions, Mr. Randev engaged with several other promising ventures including Natkhat Wardrobe, Agrorover, Carbon Credit initiatives, Skill Yug, College Crave, Ziva, and Penstrike. He recognized the diversity of sectors represented spanning sustainability, agriculture, education, and youth engagement and commended the founders for addressing meaningful, real-world challenges. He conveyed his intent to continue conversations in subsequent rounds, highlighting the importance of scalability, differentiation, and technological depth in building investable startups.

After a full day of exploration and dialogue, Mr. Randev praised the broader ecosystem cultivated at Galgotias University. He acknowledged that the university’s infrastructure, industry partnerships, and startup-focused initiatives are intentionally designed to nurture entrepreneurs capable of competing globally. He particularly appreciated how the leadership vision translates into tangible resources that empower founders to experiment, iterate, and scale.

Department Name – GICRISE

Event Outcome:

The visit resulted in valuable investor-driven insights for Galgotias University’s incubated startups, strengthening their clarity on scalability, market positioning, and technology integration. Startups received actionable guidance on expanding business models, incorporating AI, and refining their value propositions for real-world impact. The interaction opened opportunities for deeper follow-up discussions with select founders, validating the potential of their innovations. The exposure to industry expectations enhanced entrepreneurial confidence and strategic thinking. Overall, the session reinforced Galgotias University’s commitment to building a strong innovation ecosystem where startups gain mentorship, investor access, and practical direction to grow into future-ready ventures.