Greater Noida, Oct 08: Sharda University successfully organized ‘UP Rise 2026’, an initiative of the Government of Uttar Pradesh aimed at connecting students with the industrial sector, government opportunities, entrepreneurship, and rapidly emerging career paths. The programme was part of a statewide movement across 30 institutes in Uttar Pradesh, collectively reaching over 700 million people, making it one of the largest student‑industry‑government engagement drives in the state.
The initiative provided students with a comprehensive ecosystem to interact with industry leaders, government scheme facilitators, and entrepreneurial mentors. It sought to foster skills, innovation, entrepreneurship, and employability‑oriented mindsets, preparing youth to be self‑reliant and future‑ready. Students participated in live pitch sessions, industry case challenges, and interactive dialogues with corporate recruiters and mentors, while also availing on‑the‑spot registration for government schemes such as CM Yuva Yojana, PMKVY, Mission Shakti, ODOP, and ODOC.
In his keynote address, Chief Guest Paritosh Anand remarked: “UP Rise 2026 is more than an event—it is a movement of ideas, ambition, and courage. It gives young minds the chance to tell their stories, showcase their creativity, and connect with opportunities that can turn dreams into reality. By engaging with industry leaders, government facilitators, and mentors, students discover that the future is not something to wait for—it is something they can build today. This initiative reflects the power of youth to inspire change, create businesses that matter, and lead India into a new era of innovation and self‑reliance.”
Dr. Sibaram Khara, Vice-Chancellor of Sharda University, welcomed the chief guest and other dignitaries. He noted that the country possesses a vast youth population brimming with energy and innovative thinking. Under the leadership of the state government, the youth are gaining direction and new opportunities—an impact that will become evident in the near future. He added that Uttar Pradesh is steadily advancing in new sectors, and the participation of the youth plays a crucial role in this progress.
Adding to the perspectives, Dr. Amit Sehgal, Director of Sharda University Launchpad, highlighted: “A key attraction of UP Rise 2026 was the ‘Industry Case Challenges,’ which gave students the opportunity to solve real‑world business and social problems. These challenges sharpened their problem‑solving, analytical thinking, innovation, and teamwork skills, while bridging academic learning with workplace realities.”
He further said, “The enthusiasm and participation of students demonstrated their readiness to embrace new opportunities. UP Rise 2026 showcased Uttar Pradesh’s potential to become a hub of innovation, entrepreneurship, and talent development.”
The event concluded with resounding appreciation from participants and stakeholders, positioning UP Rise 2026 as a landmark initiative in fostering innovation, career readiness, and student empowerment across the state.