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The Bishop Jerome Institute (BJI) in Kollam, in collaboration with the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) and LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod, hosted “Lumina 2025,” a program designed to promote innovation and entrepreneurship among students. The event, which took place on Thursday, December 11, 2025, included an idea pitching competition. Aromal S.P. from St. Joseph’s College of Engineering and Technology, Pala, won first prize, followed by Abhinav S.R. from Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam, and Nandu S. Nair from BJI. The winners will be celebrated on December 22nd at LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod.

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Kollam Students Spark Innovation at Lumina 2025

KOLLAM, INDIA – December 11, 2025 – The Bishop Jerome Institute (BJI) in Kollam buzzed with entrepreneurial energy today as it hosted Lumina 2025, a program dedicated to nurturing innovation among students. Organized in partnership with the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) and LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod, the event featured engaging workshops and a competitive idea pitching contest.

Abdul Rahman of LBS Engineering College inaugurated the event, setting the stage for a day of creative exploration. Students showcased their innovative concepts, vying for the top spot in the highly anticipated pitching competition.

Aromal S.P. from St. Joseph’s College of Engineering and Technology, Pala, emerged as the winner, impressing judges with his groundbreaking idea. Abhinav S.R. of Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam, secured second place, and Nandu S. Nair from BJI took home the third prize. The team from UKF College of Engineering and Technology earned a commendable fourth position.

The winning students will be formally recognized and celebrated on December 22nd at a felicitation ceremony held at LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod. Lumina 2025 represents a significant step in fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem among students in Kerala, paving the way for future innovation and growth.

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