Think Tanks - Chhata Rural, Uttar Pradesh, India
New Generation Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (NewGen IEDC) is the programme launched by National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India. NewGen IEDC will aim to inculcate the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship amongst the young S&T students, encourage and support start-up creation through guidance, mentorship and support. The programme will be implemented in academic institutions. Students will be encouraged to take up innovative projects with the possibility of commercialization. GLAU NewGen IEDC has a mission to "promote knowledge-based and technology-driven start-ups by harnessing young minds and their innovation potential in an academic environment".NewGen IEDCs would also spread the message of entrepreneurship and create a culture of entrepreneurship in the Host Institution (HI). With faculty already trained in the nuances of entrepreneurship, the presence of NewGenIEDCs in HI would create a vibrant entrepreneurial culture amongst the students. Few amongst the "Job-Seekers" would be converted to "Job-Generators" through the entrepreneurial route.