Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA)

We are truly grateful to #StartupIndia and #DepartmentforPromotionofIndustryandInternalTrade for organising such an impactful and visionary interaction in #Jharkhand focused on strengthening the #startup and #innovationecosystem across the state. It was highly encouraging to witness the strong commitment of the #Government towards #empoweringentrepreneurs, #startups, #incubators, and #ecosystemenablers through initiatives like #TEJAS workshops, #StartupRankingparticipation, #DeepTechrecognition, and #startupsupportinfrastructuredevelopment. A special thanks and sincere gratitude to: 🔹 Shri Bhuvnesh Pratap Singh Sir (#DirectorDPIIT ) for his inspiring #leadership, #valuableguidance, and #vision towards building a stronger #innovationdrivenecosystem in #Jharkhand. 🔹 Shri Varun Ranjan Sir (MD- JIIDCO ) for his continuous support and efforts in enabling #collaboration between #government and #ecosystemstakeholders. 🔹 Mr. Rohan Sachdeva (Invest India) for organising such a well-structured and meaningful meeting with clear agendas, detailed discussions, and actionable insights for the growth of the #startupecosystem in #Jharkhand with the support of the #DPIIT team. We at Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA) are honoured to be part of this important dialogue and remain committed to contributing towards #innovation, #entrepreneurship, #youthempowerment, and #startupgrowth across #Jharkhand. Together, with collaboration between #government, #industry, #incubators, and #entrepreneurs, #Jharkhand has the potential to emerge as one of India’s most promising startup ecosystems. #StartupIndia #DPIIT #Jharkhand #TEJAS #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #InvestIndia #StartupEcosystem #EaseOfDoingBusiness #JEA #YouthEmpowerment #MakeInIndia SUMIT KUMAR Sam Sinha Ravi Ranjan Singh Ravish Vasan Preeti Chaudhary 🇮🇳 Pooja Bhatia, MBA MLS CLP, RTTP Abhik Chatterjee Alhad D. Dr.ANAND TP Anshuman Sinha Ataul Haque Kumari Bhavna Binu Pillai Dr Manisha Acharya Dr Rahul Singh Amritraj Kush Katara Mittu Tigi Rachna Tiwari Rajeev Kumar RAJEEV RANJAN Ravi Bhardwaj Sanyam Chhajed Siddharth Rai Sudhir Gupta Sunil M P Suresh Narasimha Udayan Bakshi Vishal H Shah BIT Sindri Entrepreneurship Development Cell, BIT Mesra TEXMiN-BIT SINDRI CPS CoE ACIC IIT (ISM) Foundation Granth Midha

Dear Mr. #ManishGupta (Bodhi Wire) and Mr. #KrantiDeep (Prabhat Khabar ), I am profoundly grateful for the kindness you’ve shown by #featuring our recent #MOU with #BusinessRussia in your esteemed columns. It is a privilege to see our efforts recognized by journalists of your caliber. Thank you for providing the Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA) with such a significant platform. We are truly obliged for your support. Jharkhand body signs MoU with Russian organisation to boost trade, investment https://lnkd.in/gw5HT5-r On behalf of #JEAFAMILY. Regards, Ravi Ranjan Singh 🙏🏻 SUMIT KUMAR Sam Sinha Kumari Bhavna Udayan Bakshi Preeti Chaudhary 🇮🇳

A Historic #GlobalMilestone for #Jharkhand’s #StartupEcosystem! We are proud to announce that the Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA) has officially signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (#MoU) with the #AllRussiaPublicOrganization" “#(BusinesRussia)” in Delhi. This landmark #collaboration marks a new era of #internationaltrade, #investment, and #entrepreneurialcooperation between #India and the #RussianFederation, with #Jharkhand at the center of this transformation. Under the leadership of SUMIT KUMAR and Ravi Ranjan Singh, JEA continues to take bold steps in building a #GloballyConnected, #ExecutionDriven #StartupEcosystem—bridging opportunities between #localentrepreneurs and #globalmarkets. What this #MoU means: • Strengthening bilateral #trade & #investmentopportunities • Enabling direct business connections between #Indian & #RussianEnterprises • Facilitating #B2B, #B2G meetings, #tradefairs & #globalexposure • Supporting #Startups, #MSMEs & #Industries to expand internationally • Driving #KnowledgeExchange & #cross-border #Collaborations With strong support from “#BusinessRussia” led by #AlexeyRepik and represented in India by #OlgaKulikova, this partnership opens doors to unprecedented #GlobalOpportunities for #Jharkhand. From #GrassrootsInnovation to #GlobalIntegration—this is just the beginning. Let’s build, collaborate, and take Jharkhand to the world stage. #Jharkhand #StartupIndia #GlobalPartnerships #InternationalTrade #BusinessRussia #JEA #Entrepreneurship #InvestmentOpportunities #MakeInIndia #MSME #Innovation #EconomicGrowth #IndiaRussia #Startups #Ecosystem #Leadership #GlobalExpansion Anshuman Sinha Alhad D. Ataul Haque Ashutosh Tiwari Pooja Bhatia, MBA MLS CLP, RTTP Binu Pillai Dr. Sunny Agarwal Dr Kumar Gautam Dr Rahul Singh Amritraj Dr.ANAND TP Vishal H Shah Rajeev Kumar Dr. JS Pandey Preeti Chaudhary 🇮🇳 Abhik Chatterjee Dr Manisha Acharya Kush Katara Mittu Tigi Dr. Prakash Kumar Kumari Bhavna Sam Sinha Rachna Tiwari Ravi Bhardwaj Sunil M P RAJEEV RANJAN Santosh Sharma Sanyam Chhajed Siddharth Rai Sudhir Gupta Udayan Bakshi अमित रंजन तिवारी /Amit Ranjan Tiwari (ART)

झारखंड के हुनर का राष्ट्रीय मंच पर डंका: Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA) अध्यक्ष ने सराहा उभरते स्टार्टअप का गौरवशाली सफर! झारखंड की मिट्टी अब केवल खनिजों के लिए नहीं, बल्कि अपनी उद्यमशीलता (#Entrepreneurship) की चमक के लिए भी जानी जा रही है। BIT Sindri के छात्र #सैयद और उनकी टीम (VoWHELM Pvt. Ltd.) ने राष्ट्रीय स्तर पर अपनी सफलता का परचम लहराया है। उन्होंने #भारतसेफ्टीप्रोग्राम के तहत #होंडामोटरसाइकिल एंड #स्कूटरइंडिया (#HMSI) से #₹10 लाख की '#सीडग्रांट' हासिल की है, साथ ही उन्हें (अटल इनक्यूबेशन सेंटर, IIT दिल्ली) Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi में #इनक्यूबेशन सपोर्ट के लिए भी चुना गया है। इस शानदार उपलब्धि पर खुशी जाहिर करते हुए #झारखंडएंटरप्रेन्योर्सएसोसिएशन (#JEA) के अध्यक्ष (सुमित कुमार) SUMIT KUMAR ने कहा: > "यह #झारखंड के लिए गौरव का क्षण है। यह साबित करता है कि अगर हमारे युवाओं को सही दिशा और अवसर मिले, तो उनकी प्रतिभा की कोई सीमा नहीं है। हमें शुरुआती स्तर पर उनका मार्गदर्शन करने का सौभाग्य मिला, लेकिन इस सफलता का असली श्रेय संस्थापक और उनकी टीम की कड़ी मेहनत और अटूट प्रतिबद्धता को जाता है।" > झारखंड में ही बनेगा संभावनाओं का नया द्वार: सुमित कुमार ने इस बात पर जोर दिया कि ऐसी सफलताएं राज्य के भीतर ही एक मजबूत '#इनक्यूबेशनइकोसिस्टम' की आवश्यकता को और पुख्ता करती हैं। उन्होंने घोषणा की: * रांची में अत्याधुनिक केंद्र: JEA के नेतृत्व में रांची में एक विश्वस्तरीय '#इनक्यूबेशनऔरइनोवेशनसेंटर' स्थापित करने पर तेज़ी से काम चल रहा है। * पलायन पर रोक: इसका उद्देश्य स्थानीय स्टार्टअप्स को #मेंटरशिप, #फंडिंग और #राष्ट्रीयअवसर राज्य के भीतर ही उपलब्ध कराना है, ताकि हमारे हुनर को बाहर न जाना पड़े। * स्टार्टअप हब का सपना: जमीनी स्तर के नवाचार (#Innovation) और संस्थागत सहयोग के बीच की दूरी को मिटाकर झारखंड को देश का प्रमुख स्टार्टअप हब बनाना ही हमारा लक्ष्य है। #JEA का मानना है कि सही बुनियादी ढांचे और सहयोग के साथ, झारखंड की गलियों और गांवों से ऐसी कई और प्रेरक कहानियां निकलेंगी जो दुनिया को राह दिखाएंगी। सैयद और उनकी पूरी टीम को JEA की तरफ से ढेरों शुभकामनाएं और उनके उज्जवल भविष्य के लिए अनेकानेक शुभकामनाएं! Regards, Ravi Ranjan Singh President and Founding Director JEA Anshuman Sinha Alhad D. Ataul Haque Abhishek Kumar Pooja Bhatia, MBA MLS CLP, RTTP Ravi Bhardwaj Dr. Sunny Agarwal Dr Kumar Gautam Dr Rahul Singh Amritraj Vishal H Shah A K Pandey Mittu Tigi Dr Manisha Acharya Sunil M P Rajeev Kumar Rachna Tiwari Sam Sinha Kumari Bhavna अमित रंजन तिवारी /Amit Ranjan Tiwari (ART) Udayan Bakshi Preeti Chaudhary 🇮🇳 Abhik Chatterjee Dr.ANAND TP Ashutosh Tiwari Binu Pillai Dr. JS Pandey Kush Katara Dr. Prakash Kumar Rajeev Kumar RAJEEV RANJAN Santosh Sharma Sanyam Chhajed Siddharth Rai Sudhir Gupta @Umesh Prasad Sah

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A Truly Proud & Special Moment for #JEA Sometimes, there are moments that feel bigger than just an announcement…This is one of them. With immense pride, respect, and a deep sense of honor, we welcome Ms. Pooja Bhatia, MBA MLS CLP, RTTP to the Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA) as a member of our #AcademicandInnovationCouncil. Bringing over 17+ years of global experience in #IntellectualProperty and #TechnologyTransfer, Ms.Pooja is not just a leader—she is someone who has quietly shaped how ideas are protected, nurtured, and transformed into real-world impact across continents. From her early days as a #WomanScientist at #TIFAC, to her contributions at #IITDelhi, to leading innovation and IP ecosystems globally—and now serving as the #CEO of Inoberry LLC in the #UnitedStates—her journey is nothing short of inspiring. It reflects resilience, evolution, and a lifelong commitment to empowering innovators. What truly stands out is not just her achievements, but her purpose. Through platforms like SAAply, she has helped startups find the right funding pathways. Through Dhvaani she has amplified voices and stories that deserve to be heard. And through her global work, she has continuously ensured that ideas—no matter where they come from—get the protection and recognition they deserve. For us at JEA, this is not just about welcoming a #GlobalExpert. It is about welcoming someone who will help shape the future of our ecosystem… Someone who understands the journey of a founder… Someone who can guide our startups from raw ideas to global opportunities. Her presence strengthens our belief that Jharkhand’s innovation story is ready to connect with the world—confidently and meaningfully. On behalf of the entire #JEAFamily, we extend our #HeartfeltWelcome to you, Pooja Jee. We are truly honored to have you with us, and we look forward to building something extraordinary together. 🙏 Welcome to the #JEAFamily. #JEA #Gratitude #Leadership #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #JharkhandEntrepreneursAssociation #JharkhandStartups Anshuman Sinha Dr.ANAND TP Alhad D. A K Pandey Ataul Haque Ashutosh Tiwari Ravi Bhardwaj Udayan Bakshi Dr Rahul Singh Amritraj Dr Kumar Gautam Dr. Sunny Agarwal Vishal H Shah Kush Katara Rajeev Kumar Mittu Tigi Dr Manisha Acharya Sunil M P Rachna Tiwari Ravi Ranjan Singh अमित रंजन तिवारी /Amit Ranjan Tiwari (ART) Santosh Sharma Sudhir Gupta SUMIT KUMAR Sam Sinha Kumari Bhavna Binu Pillai Dr. JS Pandey Preeti Chaudhary 🇮🇳 Abhik Chatterjee Dr. Prakash Kumar RAJEEV RANJAN Sanyam Chhajed Siddharth Rai Umesh Prasad Sah

Entrepreneurs Are a Different Breed! For years I have been saying one thing again and again: "Entrepreneurs are a different breed". Not because they are smarter than everyone else. But because they are trained by failure, uncertainty, and persistence. Entrepreneurship means failing… failing again… and failing again — without losing hope. And every failure becomes a lesson. That journey makes you “Jugaadu” — a true survivor. You learn how to find solutions when resources are limited. You learn how to move forward even when the path is unclear. Entrepreneurship teaches skills that no textbook can fully explain: • Managing finance and resources with discipline • Identifying opportunities where others see problems • Listening deeply and learning continuously • Staying calm in difficult situations • Building solutions with whatever you have • Understanding different perspectives while keeping your own clarity Over time, this process transforms a person. You become a one-man army. You become a problem solver. You become resilient, adaptable, and patient. And most importantly, entrepreneurship shapes you into a better human being — someone who understands people, values effort, and respects every perspective. This is why I strongly believe: Entrepreneurship should be introduced in the school education system. If students succeed, they will create companies, jobs, and innovation. But even if they fail — they will learn the most valuable skill of all: How to survive, adapt, and continue chasing their dreams. Because entrepreneurship is not only about building businesses. It is about building people. #Entrepreneurship #JEA #StartupEcosystem #EntrepreneurMindset #Innovation #Leadership SUMIT KUMAR Sam Sinha Ravi Ranjan Singh Kumari Bhavna

📢 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: E-SUMMIT'26 BIT Sindri POSTPONED To ensure that our entire student community can participate without the pressure of the upcoming 1st and 3rd-semester University examinations, the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC) 8.0, BIT Sindri has decided to move our flagship event to a new date! While our commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship remains as strong as ever, we believe this shift will allow everyone to engage more deeply with our sessions and competitions. 🗓️ SAVE THE NEW DATES: 17th April – 19th April 2026 📍 VENUE: BIT Sindri Campus We appreciate the patience and support of our students, faculty, and partners. Let's make the wait worth it! Jharkhand University of Technology (JUT), Ranchi BIT Sindri Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA) BIT Sindri Alumini Association of North America(BITSAANA) National Informatics Centre, Govt of India MSME & Startup Innovation Summit INNOVATHONBITS Ministry of Education's Innovation Cell - MIC #ESummit26 #IICBITSindri #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #BITSindri #Rescheduled #StartupCulture

🚀 #Attention #Entrepreneurs of #Jharkhand — Your Moment to Rise is Here! The Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA) is thrilled to #announce the #JEAStartupPitchingEvent March 2026 in partnership with #MadhyaBharatAngels (Preeti Chaudhary 🇮🇳 ) — a powerful opportunity for #innovators, #dreamers, and #founders to #Pitch. #Connect. #GetFunded. 📅 Date: 18 March 2026 (Wednesday) ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM 🌐 Mode: Online This is not just another event — it’s a gateway for Jharkhand’s entrepreneurs to step into the spotlight and secure direct investment opportunities. If you believe in your idea and are ready to roar, rise, and build something impactful, this platform is built for you. 💡 Why You Should Not Miss This Opportunity: • Pitch your startup directly to investors and startup enablers • Opportunity to secure funding for your startup • Validate your idea with experienced mentors and ecosystem experts • Receive valuable feedback and mentorship • Build strong connections with founders, mentors, and investors Even if your startup is not selected for funding this time, the experience itself will be priceless. You will gain the chance to learn how to present your idea #clearly, #confidently, and #concisely within a limited time — one of the most important skills for every successful entrepreneur. 🌱 Sometimes, one pitch can change your entire journey. If you are an entrepreneur from Jharkhand with a bold vision, this is your chance to step forward, showcase your innovation, and open the door to #funding and #mentorship. 🔗 Register Now: www.jeastartup.com Let’s come together to #build, #empower, and #showcase Jharkhand’s startup potential to the world. #JEA #JharkhandStartups #StartupPitch #Entrepreneurship #StartupFunding #Innovation #JharkhandEntrepreneursAssociation Anshuman Sinha Alhad D. Dr.ANAND TP Preeti Chaudhary 🇮🇳 Ravi Bhardwaj Ravi Ranjan Singh SUMIT KUMAR Sam Sinha Kumari Bhavna BIT Sindri Entrepreneurship Development Cell, BIT Mesra BIT MESRA BIT Mesra Alumni Association (BITMAA) Binu Pillai Sudhir Gupta Santosh Sharma National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur NIT Jamshedpur Alumni Association (NITJAA) IIT(ISM), Dhanbad ACIC IIT ISM FOUNDATION TEXMiN (TTRP) Jharkhand University of Technology (JUT), Ranchi Ranchi University, Ranchi SRINATH UNIVERSITY XLRI Jamshedpur Sarla Birla University Kolhan University Chaibasa Kolhan University, Chaibasa

Dearest Dhuni Soren Sir, #Johar. On behalf of the Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA), I want to express my deepest gratitude for the honor of #meeting you. To us, you are more than a leader; you are a living legend of our “#Maati”—a true son of the soil whose life reflects the very essence of #Jharkhand. Your words regarding our young innovators hit the mark. While they carry the fire of innovation, they often lack the seasoned patience required to navigate the complexities of government systems. It is exactly here that your guidance becomes our #NorthStar. We are inspired by your profound love for our #motherland, your dedication to our #mothertongue, and your visionary ideas for #culturalpreservation. Our Promise to You: Regarding the #website and the #initiatives discussed, please consider this an #ironcladassurance from the #JEA. We are fully committed to delivering exactly what was promised within the #stipulatedtimeline. We don't just see this as a project; we see it as a #tribute to the path you have paved for us. We will be reaching out very soon with a #comprehensiveprogressreport to keep you closely looped into our #milestones. Thank you for #invitingus into your fold and for fueling our #mission with your #unparalleledexperience. (Special Note of Thanks to Mr. #BaidyanathHembram, #Director, MSDE Skill India for #inviting us to share the stage and our vision about Jharkhand with a great human being as well one of the greatest all the time personality of our Jharkhand.) With the highest regard and revolutionary spirit, Ravi Ranjan Singh, President & Founding Director, Jharkhand Entrepreneurs Association (JEA) Jai Jharkhand! Jai Hind! Aruna Tirkey Sumangal Nag Ravi Ranjan Singh SUMIT KUMAR Sam Sinha Kumari Bhavna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Innovation Lab MSDE Skill India baidyanath hembram Baidynath Hembran #gowarcraft #Maatitherapicfoundation Wow!Zindagi Bamboocraft #TribeTree #AzamEmba Visapen Anshuman Sinha Dr.ANAND TP A K Pandey Ravi Bhardwaj Udayan Bakshi BIT Sindri Entrepreneurship Development Cell, BIT Mesra BIT Mesra Alumni Association (BITMAA) BIT MESRA Sarla Birla University SRINATH UNIVERSITY XLRI Jamshedpur Jharkhand Govt. Tool Room , Ranchi. Government of Jharkhand Ranchi University, Ranchi Jharkhand University of Technology (JUT), Ranchi ACIC IIT ISM FOUNDATION WIN-CoE IIT(ISM) Dhanbad IIT(ISM), Dhanbad TEXMiN (TTRP) Kolhan University Chaibasa National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur NIT Jamshedpur Alumni Association (NITJAA)