Gayatri Narkhede

E-Cell IIT Kanpur is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing India's next-generation innovators, entrepreneurs, and change-makers. We are dedicated to guiding the finest technical innovations from IIT Kanpur towards vibrant business concepts and empowering aspiring entrepreneurs to establish groundbreaking startups in the country. Our mission is to instill the entrepreneurial spirit within the students of IIT Kanpur, encouraging them to pursue their passions and excel in their chosen fields. We strive to connect enterprises with global incubators, seed funds, and angel investors, providing comprehensive support for their entrepreneurial journeys. Our vision extends beyond the present, as. we are committed to establishing ourselves as a platform for fostering new innovations, encouraging out-of-the-box thinking, and nurturing passionate ideas. In pursuit of our mission, we organize - UpStart, the Indian Business Model Competition designed to cater to budding startups across India. UpStart distinguishes itself from conventional startup competitions by offering participants more than just a prize. UpStart provides a valuable opportunity to refine their ideas and perfect their business plans under the guidance of a seasoned panel of mentors. E-Summit is the annual flagship event of E-Cell IIT Kanpur. The symposium serves as a dynamic nexus for all stakeholders within the entrepreneurship ecosystem, with a massive attendance of 15,000+ participants professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, innovators and students. Over the span of three exhilarating days, E-Summit offers a rich tapestry of activities, including enlightening speaker sessions, impromptu funding competitions, expansive networking opportunities, and a myriad of events like workshops, competitions, panel discussions. E-Summit boasts a history of distinguished luminaries such as Mr. Ashneer Grover, Mr. Chand Das, Mr. BVR Reddy, Mr. Kunal Shah, Mr. Nikhil Kamath, Mr. Rajat Sharma and many more.