Sun Mar 09 16:58:14 UTC 2025: ## Harvard India Conference Showcases Indian Art and Entrepreneurship
**Cambridge, MA** – The Harvard India Conference 2025, held in February at the Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School, successfully highlighted Indian art and entrepreneurship to a global audience. The two-day event, attended by leading figures from India and around the world, featured a diverse range of Indian art forms.
The conference showcased the work of artists like Murgikala, reinterpreting Indian art through illustrations, and Rag Dream Weavers, who use public art to engage with street children. Photographs by renowned dance photographer Avinash Pasricha provided a compelling visual representation of Indian performing arts. According to Arundhati, a Harvard Graduate School of Design student, the selection of artists emphasized their commitment to gender equality, public art, and governance. These artists, the conference suggested, are key ambassadors of India’s growing soft power.
Beyond the artistic displays, a highly popular session on venture capital and private equity drew significant interest from young professionals. Industry experts Manish Kejriwal, Deep Nishar, and Akrit Dokania shared insights on attracting investment, navigating the complexities of funding, and building successful global ventures. The session provided valuable guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs. The conference overall demonstrated a commitment to showcasing the multifaceted strengths of India, both artistically and entrepreneurially, on a global stage.
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