Delhi government school alumni share their entrepreneurial journey at Business Blasters Senior Launch

NEW DELHI: The Delhi government expanded its flagship Business Blasters program to universities and ITIs, launching the senior version at IIIT Delhi on Tuesday.

Initially aimed at government school students, the initiative now targets young adults with seed funding of ₹50,000 and mentorship to foster entrepreneurship. The event featured a motivational panel with alumni from the junior program, sharing how the initiative transformed their lives.

Nikhil, now a college student pursuing Innovation and Entrepreneurship at NSU, recounted how the program inspired him to pivot from a school project on smart blind sticks to launching his own company, Novak3D Private Limited.

“Before Business Blasters, my mindset was focused on JEE and securing a job. The program opened my eyes to the real world of business,” he said. Nikhil now provides 3D printing services, employs interns, and plans to expand his operations nationwide.

Reflecting on the program’s impact, he added, “It taught me how to communicate, understand the market, and overcome challenges. My advice to future entrepreneurs: never give up.”

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Another alumna, Abhiruchi, shared her journey of starting Arogyam, a healthy food venture. She used the initial ₹2,000 seed funding to develop and market her products locally. “I faced hurdles like branding in the niche health market, but experimentation and persistence helped,” she said. Today, her venture is generating revenue and exploring subscription-based sales models.

Abhiruchi encouraged aspiring entrepreneurs, saying, “Many believe starting a business requires massive funding, but bootstrapping and creativity can achieve great results. The Business Blasters program is an excellent opportunity to turn ideas into reality.”

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The program’s transition from schools to higher education reflects its success in fostering a generation of job creators. “The youth today are experimental and ready to take risks. This initiative gives them the resources and confidence to thrive,” said Abhiruchi.

The event concluded with a powerful message: entrepreneurship can start small but create a lasting impact with the right mindset and support.