Transforming 30,000+ Young Lives Through Entrepreneurial Education in India

Prof. Nishith Prakash continues to play a pivotal role in the Entrepreneurial Mindset Development Program (EMDP) now scaling across an entire Indian state of 50 million people and creating pathways for 30,000+ students to thrive in the modern economy. 

The Challenge: With 23.5% of Indian youth not in education, employment, or training, and a 30% gender gap in entrepreneurship, the situation required an innovative, scalable solution. 

The Solution: A low-cost program (just Rs 45.33 per student) that combines weekly classes and project-based learning to build critical entrepreneurial skills – curiosity, resilience, and risk assessment. 

The Impact: ✅ Increased student agency over education and career goals ✅ Higher English and Mathematics test scores ✅ Significantly stronger outcomes for female students ✅ Girls showed greater confidence in business pitches and secured more investment ✅ Students in manufacturing hubs demonstrated increased entrepreneurial aspirations 

Recognition:  Best Entrepreneurship Education (MAIA Awards 2024),  Best Project in a Developing Economy (MAIA Awards 2024)