- ‘Start Local, Scale Global: Technology Management For Viksit Bharat – Dream. Develop. Disrupt’ On 8th September 2025
NADP Nagpur Catalyzes National Innovation Dialogue with Landmark Workshop on Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer for ‘Viksit Bharat’.
In a significant move to bolster India’s innovation ecosystem, the National Academy of Defence Production (NADP), Nagpur, in a strategic association with the Ministry of Education’s Innovation and Incubation Cell (IIC), successfully organized a landmark one-day workshop on ‘Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer’. The event, held at the NADP campus, was meticulously curated under the powerful theme, ‘START LOCAL, SCALE GLOBAL: TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT FOR VIKSIT BHARAT- DREAM. DEVELOP. DISRUPT’. This pivotal gathering was designed to arm India’s brightest minds—innovators, academics, students, and entrepreneurs—with the strategic acumen required to navigate the complex yet rewarding landscape of technology management and intellectual property rights in the 21st century. The workshop served as a critical confluence of policy, practice, and potential, fostering a deeper, collective understanding of how robust intellectual property (IP) frameworks are indispensable for transforming nascent local innovations into globally competitive enterprises. The day was marked by insightful keynote addresses from national IP and innovation experts, a dynamic panel discussion with Nagpur’s leading entrepreneurs, and an interactive ideation forum that showcased emerging talent.
The event commenced with a powerful welcome address by Dr. A S Khan (Retd. IOFS-NADP), a veteran of India’s defence production sector. Dr. Khan set an urgent and patriotic tone for the day’s proceedings, emphasizing the imperative for a robust IP ecosystem to achieve the national goal of Atmanirbharta (self-reliance), particularly in the critical domain of defence technology. “Our journey towards becoming a developed nation—a Viksit Bharat—is inextricably linked to our ability to innovate and protect those innovations,” Dr. Khan stated. “This workshop is a crucial step in building the intellectual infrastructure needed to support our nation’s technological aspirations. “Following the welcome address, the inaugural keynote was delivered by Shri Umesh Rathod, Indovation Manager at the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)-Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell. Representing the government’s vision, Shri Rathod delivered an insightful speech highlighting the commitment to forging a seamless pipeline from academic research to commercial enterprise.
“Innovation is the engine of progress, and intellectual property is the fuel. Without robust protection and a clear strategy for commercialization, even the most brilliant ideas risk remaining dormant,” Shri Rathod declared. “Through its Innovation Cell, the Ministry of Education is dedicated to equipping our students and faculty with the tools to not just invent, but to protect, manage, and scale their innovations for national and global impact. The mantra is to Dream, Develop, and Disrupt.”
The workshop’s thematic keynote address was delivered by Bharat Suryawanshi, Assistant Controller of Patents & Designs at the Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Intellectual Property Management (RNIIPM), Nagpur. His session, “Innovate, Separate, Dominate: The Strategic Imperative of IP,” provided a masterclass on the application of IP tools. He emphasized that innovation without protection is a lost opportunity and that a well-managed IP portfolio is an offensive strategy to dominate a market segment and create value.
A major highlight of the day was the highly anticipated panel discussion, ‘Collaborate to Innovate: Academia-Startup Partnerships in Tech Development’. This session, expertly moderated by Shri Umesh Rathod, delved into the practicalities of co-creating market-ready solutions and the crucial role of venture capital. The panel featured Sameer Ramteke (Eutronix Technologies), Rohit Dujari (EXA Technologies), Rajesh Muneshwar and Shubham Kukade (Spaceverse Technologies), and Ashish Garde (MAGIC), who shared invaluable insights on bridging the academia-industry gap.
Putting theory into practice, the workshop featured a vibrant Open Forum – Ideation Workshop, a dynamic session moderated by Dr. Indu Mazumdar. This platform was specifically designed to empower MSMEs and students, providing them a stage to present their innovative startup ideas to an audience of experts, peers, and potential mentors. The interactive forum buzzed with energy as participants pitched concepts ranging from advanced manufacturing solutions and sustainable technologies to disruptive digital platforms. Dr. Mazumdar skillfully guided the session, encouraging presenters to refine their value propositions and challenging them to think critically about scalability and market impact, further strengthening the local innovation ecosystem.
The session culminated in the Best Ideation Awards, recognizing the most promising and well-articulated startup concepts. The winners were:
- 1st Prize: Devashish Soan
- 2nd Prize: Ghanshyam Mangla
- 3rd Prize: Sourin Ghosh
The forum also saw spirited participation from other bright minds, including Arya Deshmukh, Momita Lande, Shreya Satpute, Roshan Khandekar, Sakshi Deshmukh, Vaidehi Kawle, Yash Dhonde, and Saniya Alam, who contributed to the collaborative and entrepreneurial atmosphere of the workshop.
The entire program was successfully and seamlessly coordinated by the student members of the Entrepreneurship Cell of NADP. Their professionalism and dedication were evident in the smooth execution of the event and the high level of engagement they facilitated among participants throughout the day, showcasing the academy’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded future leaders. The workshop concluded having successfully fostered a spirit of innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. It empowered young minds and MSMEs with the confidence and tools needed to contribute proactively towards India’s journey of becoming a global leader in technology and innovation, truly embodying the ethos of Viksit Bharat@2047.
The National Academy of Defence Production (NADP) is a premier training institution under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It is dedicated to developing world-class managerial and technological expertise for India’s defence production ecosystem, fostering a culture of innovation, and promoting self-reliance in defence technology to ensure national security.
