- Bengal Business Council – Bangladesh Chapter Launched
- MoU Signing Between Techno India University and Daffodil International University, Bangladesh On Student Exchange Programme
Kolkata, 28th June, 2024: Make Calcutta Relevant Again (MCRA), with its continuing efforts to support and uplift entrepreneurship and education, hosted a special edition of “Innovators Over Coffee.” The event featured an engaging panel discussion on “Innovating Education – Bridging Technology & Entrepreneurship Across Borders” and marked the launch of the Bengal Business Council – Bangladesh Chapter, aimed at enhancing business relationships between Bengal and Bangladesh.
The panel discussion brought together prominent leaders in education and technology to explore innovative approaches at the intersection of these fields. The panellist Mr. Hemant Sahal, Founder & CEO, Digii, Mr. Sandipan Chattopadhyay, CEO & MD, Xelpmoc Design & Tech and Co-Founder, Mihup, and Mr. Meghdut Roy Chowdhury, Chief Innovation Officer, Techno India Group. The panel discussion was moderated by Mr. Kaustav Majumdar, Chief Mentor, ASMI Business School.
Dr. Sabur Khan, Chairman of Daffodil International University and Chairman of the Global Entrepreneurship Network, Bangladesh, delivered a special keynote address to the audience on Global Entrepreneurship. Additionally, Ms. Mousumi Ghosh, Founder, Future Education & Healthcare, delivered a special address.
The Bengal Business Council – Bangladesh Chapter was officially launched to strengthen business ties, encourage collaborative ventures and explore new avenues for economic growth between Bengal and Bangladesh. The council aims to create a vibrant ecosystem supporting entrepreneurs and businesses from both regions.
During the event, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Techno India University and Daffodil International University, Bangladesh. This MoU signifies the beginning of a new era of academic collaboration and exchange programme between the two esteemed institutions.
Another Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Techno India University and Alliance Française du Bengale to launch the Franco-Indian Center of Excellence & Culture.
“We are committed to this collaborative effort and to facilitate further initiatives. For this initiative, we are dedicating a 25 acres land for Bengal Business Council for developing a physical space for growth and innovation in Dhaka.” said, Dr. Sabur Khan, Chairman of Daffodil International University and Chairman of the Global Entrepreneurship Network, Bangladesh
“This collaboration marks a significant milestone in fostering educational and cultural exchanges between institutions. It is a privilege to witness and support the strengthening of ties that will undoubtedly lead to enriched learning experiences and innovative partnerships,” said, Mr. Nicolas Facino, Director of Alliance Française du Bengale, who was present for the occasion.
“We are glad to be part of this initiative that not only strengthens the bond between Bengal and Bangladesh but also paves the way for innovative educational and entrepreneurial collaborations. This is a significant step towards creating a more integrated and prosperous future for our regions,” said, Mr. Meghdut Roy Chowdhury, Chief Innovation Officer, Techno India Group.
The series of discussions hosted by Innovators Over Coffee is aimed at restoring Calcutta’s glory. This is an effort to find new Calcutta symbols across all professions and to celebrate the city like never before. The enthusiastic participation made the event interesting and created a networking platform for all.
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#MakeCalcuttaRelevantAgain is a unique platform for the ones who attempt to craft and create with a view towards restoring the erstwhile rich, unparalleled stature of the city. The initiative provides sponsorships to upcoming creators and helps them showcase their work to top-notch mentors and industry experts who assist in taking the creations to the next level. This overarching aim of the initiative has consistently fuelled and realized many dreams since its foundation. #MakeCalcuttaRelevantAgain aspires not only to bring back Calcutta’s glory, but take it to the next level through a process of constant disruption and innovation.