The NIDHI-Technology Business Incubator (NIDHI-TBI) at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) marked an inspiring presence at the FUELERATOR Program, organized by MBCIE, Ludhiana Angel Network, and Startup Punjab at Hotel Park Plaza, Ludhiana. The event, designed as a funding and acceleration platform for Food, Beverages and Agri Startups, brought together budding entrepreneurs, investors, industry veterans and ecosystem enablers under one roof. A significant highlight of the event was the participation of three promising incubatees of NIDHI-TBI – Brands Amolak, Farmative and Rural Grist.
The program offered them valuable insights into market networking, investment readiness, and industry expectations, while also giving them an opportunity to interact with leading business tycoons and investors. The exposure is expected to further strengthen their entrepreneurial journey and enhance their ability to scale sustainably. The event was graced by Sh Sanjeev Arora, State Minister of Industries and Commerce; Mr Rajinder Gupta, MD and Chairman, Trident Group; and Sh Himanshu Jain, DC, Ludhiana and various distinguished personalities from the industry. Their guidance emphasized the importance of market understanding, product optimization and strong value systems in building scalable businesses.
Dr Ramandeep Singh, Principal Investigator (PI) of NIDHI-TBI and Director, School of Business Studies, appreciated the efforts of the participating incubatees. He stated, “Such platforms not only expose our startups to real-time investor expectations but also help them refine their business pitches, build strategic networks, and understand industry dynamics. NIDHI-TBI remains committed to nurturing innovation-driven agripreneurs who can create meaningful impact in Punjab and beyond.”