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Department of Science & Technology supported, COEP's Bhau Institute is a startup incubation center i BHAU means elder brother.

In the Indian culture, you enjoy a special relationship with your elder brother. He is the one you lean on for guidance, support and a helping hand in all your adventures. He helps you pick yourself up when you fall. He provides just enough guidance to get you going and gradually launches you into the real world. This is the spirit for BHAU institute

We push students, technopreneurs and startups to not only find their own calling but also unleash their full potential. We provide just enough guidance for them to support their dreams and ambitions. At COEP, we desire our students to become entrepreneurs in their own right and help them find their own place under the sun.

31/08/2026

🌱 COEP Bhau Institute’s Social Innovation Summit 2026
Sustainable Solutions for Society & Environment

An inspiring day of purpose-driven innovation, bringing together entrepreneurs, innovators, industry leaders, mentors and academia.

🎙️ Welcome Address: Mr. Mandar Joshi, CEO, COEP’s Bhau Institute
💡 Keynote: Mr. Indraneel Chitale, Managing Partner, Chitale Bandhu
🎤 Panel: Ms. Sheetal Arjunwadkar, Mr. Krunal Jagtap, Ms. Chinmayee S. & Ms. Neha Agnihotri

The Top 10 Social Innovators pitched their solutions to our esteemed jury: Ms. Sheetal Arjunwadkar, Prof. Archana Thosar, Prof. M. P. Khond, Mr. Santosh Phad & Mr. Advait Kurlekar.

🏆 Top 3 Social Innovators
🥇 Alien Innovations – Assistive mobility for the visually impaired
🥈 Rozgar Dhaba – HerJobs – Employment opportunities for women
🥉 Saptkrishi Scientific – Tackling post-harvest losses with Sabjikothi

🙏 Thank you to everyone who made the Summit a celebration of innovation with purpose.

28/08/2026

COEP Bhau Institute’s Social Innovation Summit 2026
Sustainable Solutions for Society & Environment

Join us as we bring together social innovators, entrepreneurs, experts and changemakers to explore how innovation can create meaningful, sustainable impact.

🏆 Top 10 Social Innovators will present their ideas, followed by an insightful keynote and panel discussion on “Social Innovation: Building Sustainable Businesses with Purpose”.

✨ The summit will also feature the Dr. Gauri Shah Social Innovation Grant declaration, with the Top 3 innovators receiving the grant along with incubation support from COEP’s Bhau Institute.

🗓️29 August 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 COEP’s Bhau Institute, Pune

27/08/2026

Social Innovation Summit -2026

Join us at COEP’s Bhau Institute for an inspiring afternoon celebrating the Top 10 Social Innovators and their impactful solutions.

📅 29 August 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍 COEP’s Bhau Institute, Pune

Link for Registration : https://forms.gle/j9MBgD3ra6QSeDnW6

Let’s celebrate innovation that creates meaningful social impact and a sustainable future!

Prashant Kharangate Maharashtra State Innovation Society, Government of Maharashtra

26/08/2026

Empowering Students Through Innovation & Entrepreneurship

We are delighted to share glimpses from the Student Orientation Session conducted as part of the Vishwakarma–Bhau Collaboration at Vishwakarma Group of Institutes.

Our CEO, Mr. Mandar Joshi, led the session, engaging with students and introducing them to opportunities in innovation, entrepreneurship, startups, and the evolving startup ecosystem.

The orientation aimed to inspire students to move beyond conventional learning and identify problems, develop innovative solutions, and explore entrepreneurship as a career pathway.

A special thanks to Prof. Yuvraj Lahoti, Dr. Dipti Pandit PhD, Ms. Vaishali Mishra, and Dr. Radhakrishna Batule for their valuable support and coordination in making the session successful.

Looking forward to nurturing a stronger culture of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship among students through the Vishwakarma–Bhau Collaboration.

Prashant Kharangate Maharashtra State Innovation Society, Government of Maharashtra

21/08/2026

Happy World Entrepreneurs Day!
Entrepreneurs see possibilities where others see problems—and turn ideas into action, innovation and impact.

At COEP’s Bhau Institute, we believe the right ecosystem can help bold ideas grow into meaningful ventures.

Here’s to the dreamers, builders, risk-takers and changemakers shaping a better tomorrow.

20/08/2026

Social Innovation Summit 2026 | Sustainable Solutions for Society & Environment

COEP’s Bhau Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Leadership is delighted to present the 3rd Edition of the Social Innovation Summit (SIS) 2026—a platform celebrating innovative ideas and solutions that create meaningful social and environmental impact. 🌱

We are honoured to welcome Mr. Indraneel Chitale, Managing Partner - Chitale Bandhu, as the Chief Guest & Keynote Speaker.

His entrepreneurial journey and insights into building a sustainable organisation will inspire innovators, entrepreneurs, students, and ecosystem stakeholders.

🗓️29th August 2026
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍COEP’s Bhau Institute, Pune

🌍 Let’s innovate for impact. Let’s build for a better tomorrow.
Register at the link in our bio.

17/08/2026

COEP Bhau Institute’s Social Innovation Summit 2026
Sustainable Solutions for Society & Environment

COEP’s Bhau Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Leadership invites you to the Social Innovation Summit 2026 — a platform celebrating powerful ideas, real solutions and innovators working towards a more inclusive and sustainable future for our society and planet.

🌱 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

🏆 Grand Finale
Watch the Top 10 Social Innovators present their groundbreaking ideas, shortlisted from 111+ applications.

🎤 Keynote & Panel Discussion
Gain valuable insights from distinguished experts and thought leaders in the field of social innovation.

🏅 Winners’ Declaration Ceremony
The Top 3 Social Innovators will receive the Dr. Gauri Shah Best Ideation Grant, along with incubation support from Bhau Institute.

🤝 Networking over High Tea
Connect with innovators, mentors and experts over high tea.

👥 WHO CAN ATTEND?
• Social Innovators
• Startup Enthusiasts & Entrepreneurs
• Corporate Professionals
• Academicians & Researchers
• NGOs & Social Organisations
• Students

📅 Date: Saturday, 29th August 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
📍 Venue: COEP’s Bhau Institute, Pune
🎟️ Registration: FREE | LIMITED SEATS

🔗 Registration link in our bio.

Together, Let’s Innovate for a Better Future.

15/08/2026

🚩 Celebrating 80 Years of India’s Independence.

From the freedom to dream to the courage to innovate, India’s journey has been powered by the vision, resilience, and determination of its people.

At COEP’s Bhau Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Leadership, we remain committed to nurturing innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who are building solutions for a stronger, self-reliant India.

As we celebrate this historic milestone, let us honor the past, embrace the present, and create the future through innovation, entrepreneurship, and impact.

🇮🇳 Happy 80th Independence Day!

08/08/2026

COEP’s Bhau Institute conducted an insightful session on “Decoding the B2B Buyer Mindset.”

The session explored how behavioral science influences B2B buying decisions and how understanding customer psychology can help founders and business professionals build trust, strengthen client relationships, and make their sales conversations more impactful.

We sincerely thank the speakers Suhasini Kirloskar and Shyama Dutta for sharing valuable industry insights and helping our startup community understand the psychological factors that shape B2B buying behavior.

We look forward to hosting many more such knowledge-sharing sessions that empower entrepreneurs to build stronger businesses and transform innovative ideas into market-ready solutions.

Suhasini Kirloskar Shyama Dutta Suhasini Kirloskar B2B Growth Essentials, MarketAxis PromoU_Mandar Prashant Kharangate Maharashtra State Innovation Society, Government of Maharashtra

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http://www.bhau.org/

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