The Intellectual Property Awareness (IP) Program under the MSME Innovative Scheme concluded successfully in Bandipora. Organized by the Ministry of MSME (PPDC Extension Centre, Srinagar) in collaboration with Hassan Khoyihami Memorial Government Degree College Patushay Bandipora, the program aimed to empower students with IPR awareness, industrial-level technology insights, and entrepreneurship opportunities.
A special lecture on IPR was delivered by the Guest of honour at the event Mr. Shahid Ansari, Founder and CEO of Startup Kashmir, who provided valuable insights into intellectual property rights, patents, trademarks, copyrights, and how startups can leverage IPR for innovation and business growth. In addition to the lecture, Mr. Shahid conducted practical sessions, where students engaged in real-world case studies on patents and trademarks, simulated the process of filing intellectual property applications, and explored strategies for protecting and commercializing their innovations. During the IPR program, 200 students from Bandipora actively participated in sessions covering intellectual property rights, patents, trademarks.
The valedictory session was presided over by Prof. Bilquees Rasool, Principal, of the Degree College Bandipora, the Chief Patron of the workshop, Dr. Ashwin Dhivakar, Assistant Director, Ministry of MSME (PPDC Extension Centre, Srinagar), Ajaz Hussain, Convener and Nodal Officer of the IPR Workshop from the Ministry of MSME PPDC Extension Centre Srinagar,
The Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Awareness Program marked a significant milestone in bridging the IPR and technology gap in Bandipora and empowering students with essential IPR knowledge and skills for their entrepreneurial journey.
