Through Business Blasters initiative, students learn skills that many take years to acquire, says Atishi

Speaking to students, Atishi highlighted how the programme fosters creativity and empowers students to think beyond conventional solutions. “Our students are learning skills through Business Blasters that many take years to acquire,” she said.

The programme, she noted, is helping students identify everyday challenges and craft entrepreneurial solutions, transforming them into job creators rather than job seekers. Atishi emphasised that in a country grappling with rising unemployment, such initiatives are crucial, offering young people the tools to carve their own paths.

According to the statement, many students shared how the programme has altered their outlook. One noted that it instilled confidence and taught them to overcome challenges, while another said it shifted their focus from just making money to building successful businesses. Students also highlighted the programme’s role in teaching essential skills such as time management, teamwork and leadership.

“The students said that Business Blasters has given them the confidence to become financially independent and do better in life with their skills. One of the students said, ‘Today, thanks to this programme, we have stopped dreaming about searching for a job… .The students shared that this programme gave them skills like time management, finance management, sales, marketing, leadership, teamwork…,” the statement added.

It further said that among the notable start-up ideas presented was an AI-based app to reduce absenteeism, an eco-friendly cutlery initiative using edible millet and a platform to streamline exam notifications for students. Other projects included customisable T-shirt printing, paper made from grass to prevent deforestation and smart plant-watering systems for busy individuals.