The Asian Business School organized the “Young Asian Entrepreneur Challenge of the Year 2025” on 30th August 2025, exclusively for PGDM students. The event was conceptualized to provide a competitive platform for budding entrepreneurs to showcase their start-up ideas and business plans, encouraging innovation, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial spirit among management students.
The event witnessed participation from the top-performing students of the PGDM program and the event was judged by the esteemed judge who has emerged as a young entrepreneur Mr. Shrey Sehgal, Co-founder of Bakingo, who presented well-researched and innovative start-up plans across diverse domains such as technology, sustainability, retail, healthcare, and consumer services. Each student was required to articulate their business idea, market potential, operational strategy, and financial viability while also addressing the scalability and sustainability aspects of their ventures.
The presentations were marked by creativity and clarity of thought, reflecting the students’ ability to combine classroom learning with practical entrepreneurial applications. The jury, consisting of faculty members and invited experts, appreciated the quality of ideas and the confidence with which the students pitched their plans.
The competition successfully brought out the entrepreneurial potential of PGDM students. Participants gained valuable exposure to pitching and defending their ideas in a professional setting. The event also enhanced their skills in communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving. Moreover, the constructive feedback provided by the evaluators helped the students identify gaps in their business models and refine them further for future opportunities.
The “Young Asian Entrepreneur Challenge of the Year 2025” proved to be an inspiring and engaging platform that motivated PGDM students to pursue entrepreneurship as a serious career path. The event not only celebrated innovative thinking but also strengthened the entrepreneurial ecosystem at Asian Business School, aligning with its vision of preparing future leaders and innovators.
