Ahmedabad, April , 2024: Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad, celebrated Dr. Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Jayanti with fervor and dedication. The event, commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, was graced by esteemed dignitaries. The Chief Guest on the occasion was Shri Ajay Umat, Group Editor, Ahmedabad Mirror & NavGujarat Samay (Shayona Times Pvt. Ltd.) and Guest of Honour, Prof. Milind Vishwas, Founder, Tathagat Foundation.
Applauding the monumental contributions of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, Shri Ajay Umat said, “As we commemorate Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s legacy each year, we honor a visionary whose contributions spanned across equality, fraternity and liberty in all sections and sectors of Indian society. His progressive teachings resonate profoundly as we strive for an inclusive society and equitable society. Several policies and even Government Departments / Ministries that exist today for development of society, women and other needy groups are because of Dr. Ambedkar. Let us continue to forge ahead in our pursuit of equitable opportunities for all.”
Prof. Milind Vishwas emphasised on the need of uplifting sections of society and said, “Empowering the underprivileged isn’t just a moral imperative; it’s an investment in our collective future. When we uplift those on the margins, we unlock their potential to drive innovation, foster economic growth, and build a more equitable society. Let’s strive for empowerment that transcends barriers, creating a world where every individual has the opportunity to thrive.”
Dr. Prakash Solanki, Associate Professor, EDII, opined, ” Through our projects focusing on disadvantaged rural communities, we strive to empower individuals with the tools and knowledge to build sustainable livelihoods, thereby realizing Dr. Ambedkar’s vision of social and economic equality.”
Dr. Satya Ranjan Acharya, Director, Dept. of Entrepreneurship Education, EDII said, “Empowering marginalized communities through entrepreneurship is not just about creating businesses; it’s about fostering a culture of self-reliance and dignity. At EDII, we’re committed to nurturing entrepreneurial spirit among all sections of society, paving the way for inclusive economic growth and social upliftment.”
EDII continues its collaborative efforts with National SC-ST Hub (NSSH), Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Govt. of India, and the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of Gujarat, towards fostering inclusive growth and empowerment of marginalized communities.
About EDII (www.ediindia.org)
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), an autonomous and not-for-profit institute, set up in 1983, is an acknowledged National Resource Institute for Entrepreneurship Education, Research, Training & Institution Building. It is sponsored by apex financial institutions – the IDBI Bank Ltd., IFCI Ltd., ICICI Bank Ltd. and the State Bank of India (SBI). The Government of Gujarat pledged twenty-three acres of land on which stands the majestic and sprawling EDII campus. EDII has been recognized as the CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India. The Institute has also been positioned in the band of 11-50 under Innovation Category by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.
The Institute has set up Entrepreneurship Development Centres in Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Vietnam, Uzbekistan and Rwanda. In consonance with the emphasis on startups and innovations, EDII hosted the Technology Business Incubator, CrAdLE – Centre for Advancing and Launching Enterprises in the year 2016, with the support of NSTEDB, DST, Govt. of India. The Institute conducts a variety of programmes and projects through its PAN India branch offices, under the Departments of Policy Advocacy, Knowledge and Research; Entrepreneurship Education; Projects (Government & Corporates); Business Development Services & National Outreach and Developing Economy Engagement. AICTE-approved programmes offered by EDII include, Post Graduate Diploma in Management- Entrepreneurship (PGDM-E); Post Graduate Diploma in Management- Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development (PGDM-IEV) and Fellow Programme in Management (FPM). EDII has been working in a collaborative mode with noted Corporates and Central & State Government, Ministries & Departments on entrepreneurship related projects for various sections of society across India.