Fri Apr 18 15:46:23 UTC 2025: ## KLE-CTiE Launches VentureVibe 2.0 to Boost Entrepreneurship in North Karnataka

**Bengaluru, April 18, 2025** – The KLE Centre for Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (KLE-CTiE) has launched VentureVibe 2.0, a three-month entrepreneurship program designed to cultivate innovation among students and researchers from tier-2 and tier-3 cities in North Karnataka. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the program aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry by providing mentorship, hands-on learning, and pre-incubation support.

The program, launched at the KLE Auditorium, was attended by representatives from academia, industry leaders, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Anurag Kumar, Joint Director – Start-up, Innovation, and IPR at MeitY (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology), lauded the initiative for its focus on fostering regional innovation.

VentureVibe 2.0 focuses on developing tech-driven solutions to real-world industrial problems. Participants will receive mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry professionals. Selected participants will gain access to KLE-CTiE’s pre-incubation program, assisting them in transforming their ideas into viable businesses.

To ensure practical relevance, KLE-CTiE has partnered with several leading organizations, including Supriya PROTOTECH, Hosmani Nutraceuticals, Samarth BioTech, and DANA ANAND India. These partners will provide real-world challenges and mentorship opportunities.

Prakash Tewari, Vice-Chancellor of KLE Technological University, acknowledged MeitY’s ongoing support for innovation, while Director Shivayogi Turmari expressed enthusiasm for VentureVibe 2.0’s potential to drive inclusive growth and regional development.

Interested individuals can contact ctie@kletech.ac.in for more information and to apply.

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