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Adani Vande Bharatam initiative selects first cohort of innovators
Adani Vande Bharatam initiative selects first cohort of innovators
The Adani Group's Vande Bharatam initiative has announced its first cohort of innovators from across India. The programme aims to identify promising talent and provide access to mentorship, industry expertise and growth…
The Story in Brief
The Adani Group's Vande Bharatam initiative has announced its first cohort of innovators from across India. The programme aims to identify promising talent and provide access to mentorship, industry expertise and growth opportunities. Selected participants will work on solutions in areas such as agriculture, healthcare, clean energy and water conservation. The move aligns with the group's broader foray into the startup ecosystem and its stated goal of fostering homegrown innovation.
The Indian Opinion
A common criticism of corporate philanthropy is that it merely builds brand equity. The Adani Group's Vande Bharatam scheme seems to sidestep that trap by focusing on early-stage innovators, offering them access to mentorship and industry networks rather than just a cheque. If it genuinely commercialises grassroots solutions, it could set a template others must follow. The real test will be whether these startups secure follow-on funding from outside the group.
Source: ndtv.com
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