Name of Program:
Visit to COEP’s Bhau Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Leadership

Date: 31st October 2025

Venue: COEP’s Bhau Institute, College of Engineering Pune (COEP), Shivajinagar, Pune

Committee Members:

1. Dr. Om Bagade – Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy
2. Prof. Shital Godse – Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy
3. Dr. Madhav Shelke – Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy

Objectives:

The primary objective of the visit was to provide students with exposure to the innovation and incubation ecosystem that supports start-ups and research-driven entrepreneurship. Specific goals included:

* To understand the functioning of innovation and incubation centers.
* To introduce students to the concept of start-up development, funding, and technology transfer.
* To encourage students to think innovatively and apply scientific knowledge to practical, socially beneficial projects.
* To promote academic–industry interaction and inspire students to pursue entrepreneurship in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.

Outcomes:
* Students gained valuable insights into the process of innovation, product development, and incubation support available for start-ups.

* The visit enhanced their understanding of how innovative ideas can be transformed into viable business models.
* Students interacted with experts from the Bhau Institute and learned about the support systems available for young entrepreneurs.
* The visit fostered motivation and awareness regarding the importance of innovation, teamwork, and leadership in professional growth.
* Faculty and students expressed interest in future collaboration and participation in entrepreneurship development programs.

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Attendance:
The event was attended by three faculty members, undergraduate (B. Pharm Final Year) and postgraduate (M. Pharm First Year) students from the School of Pharmacy, Vishwakarma University, Pune. Attendance was recorded and maintained as per format.

Coordinator of Activity
(Dr. Om Bagade)
(Dr. Madhav Shelke)
(Prof Shital Godse)

Name of Program:“Health & Hygiene Awareness and Reading Enrichment Program” on the occasion of World Handwashing Day

Date: 15th October 2025

Venue:Sumati Balvan, At Post, Gujar Wadi Road, Gujar Nimbalkarwadi, Katraj, Pune

Committee Members:

Objectives:

 
The objective of the extension activity was to create awareness among children about the importance of hand hygiene and personal cleanliness on the occasion of Global Handwashing Day 2025, themed “Our Hands, Our Future.”

The initiative aimed to: 

• Educate children on the correct handwashing techniques and oral hygiene practices.
• Promote healthy habits that prevent the spread of infections and diseases.
• Instill the value of cleanliness and health as essential parts of daily life.
• Support reading habits among children, encouraging lifelong learning and curiosity.

Outcomes:

The program proved to be highly effective and impactful.

• Increased Awareness: Children gained practical knowledge about handwashing and oral hygiene.

• Behavioral Change: The engaging skit and demonstrations encouraged children to adopt healthy hygiene practices.
• Resource Support: Hygiene kits (soap, sanitizer, toothbrush, toothpaste, handkerchief) were distributed to promote continued practice of cleanliness.
• Community Engagement: Faculty and students demonstrated compassion, professionalism, and strong community engagement, fulfilling the University’s mission of social responsibility.

Attendance:

The event was attended by faculty members, undergraduate students from the School of Pharmacy, Vishwakarma University, along with children and staff members of Sumati Balvan.

Dr. Madhav Shelke

Coordinator