Swarrnim Startup & Innovation University (SSIU) has approved grants totalling Rs 9.65 lakh for seven student-led projects in healthcare, Ayurveda, skincare, nanotechnology and environmental technology.
The cheques were distributed by Vice-President Adi Rishabh Jain during a ceremony held on the university campus.
According to the institute, Rs 3.86 lakh has been released as the first instalment to support proof-of-concept development for the selected projects.
The initiative was organised by the Swarrnim Startup Foundation in collaboration with the university. It also aimed to familiarise students and faculty members with funding opportunities and support available under the Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP).