The centre aims to nurture 100 startups across Uttar Pradesh over the next five years
LUCKNOW: Indian Institute of Management Lucknow‘s Enterprise Incubation Centre (IIML-EIC) proudly announces the establishment of a Centre of Excellence in Blockchain Technology (CoE-BT), an initiative supported by the Government of Uttar Pradesh under its StartInUP Policy. This significant development
aims to create and nurture 100 startups in the blockchain domain over the next five years, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship throughout the state of Uttar Pradesh.
The CoE-BT represents a ground breaking effort to identify and support promising startups while promoting entrepreneurship in the rapidly evolving field of blockchain.
This initiative aligns with the state government’s objective to enhance e-governance by ensuring trust, transparency and reliability across various sectors as use cases. Highlighting the significance of this initiative, Prof Ashish Dubey, Faculty-in-charge. IIML-EIC said, “The collaboration with Microsoft under CoE BT will identify new
opportunities for innovations and support new technologies to stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving field of blockchain. This collaboration will be an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative solutions in blockchain that will have a significant impact on technological infrastructure.”
The CoE-BT will serve as a technology enabler, offering stakeholders access to shared learning experiences, resources, and a dedicated blockchain platform. IIML EIC will lead the training and onboarding of startups, providing comprehensive support that includes mentorship from over 50 industry and academic experts, industry
connections, VC funding, and specialized training programs for students and aspiring entrepreneurs across various sectors with Blockchain based applications. As part of the CoE initiative, IIML EIC, in partnership with Microsoft India, will establish three outreach centers across Uttar Pradesh to promote and nurture blockchainbased innovation. The proposed regions for these centers are Gorakhpur, Lucknow, and Greater Noida/Meerut.
The Centre of Excellence in Blockchain Technology will serve as a unique facility within the state, acting as both a Resource and Technology Development Center, dedicated to advancing the state’s technological capabilities and fostering a thriving ecosystem for blockchain innovation.
About IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre (IIML EIC): IIML EIC is a registered Section 8 (not-for-profit) company established by IIM Lucknow. The company aims to build a sustainable and thriving startup community that fuels innovation, drives economic growth, and creates a better future for all. By offering a comprehensive ecosystem of support, mentorship, and resources, IIML EIC empowers entrepreneurs to transform their innovative ideas into successful, impactful ventures.
Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, established in 1984, is the fourth in the prestigious IIM family of management schools to be established in India after IIM Calcutta, IIM Ahmedabad, and IIM Bangalore. In 2005, IIM Lucknow expanded its area of influence in the realm of management education by becoming the first IIM to set up a satellite campus exclusively for Executive Education at NOIDA in Delhi NCR region.
IIM Lucknow is accredited by AACSB and AMBA while its EQUIS Accreditation is ongoing. The institute features in the prestigious FT -100 Top Global Business schools for both the 2-year Flagship PGP program and One-year IPMX Program.
It is also consistently ranked amongst top business schools in the NIRF Rankings. IIM Lucknow was the first IIM to start a 2-year full time MBA program in Sustainable Management 10 years back. It also has a long-standing full-time MBA program in Agri Business Management.
Throughout its last 40 years’ journey IIML has touched millions of lives through its academic programs, executive
education programs, research, and consulting. The centres for excellence at IIM Lucknow including the Centre for
Public Policy, Centre for Food and Agribusiness Management, Centre for Business Sustainability, Centre for Marketing in Emerging Economies, to name a few, regularly carry out evidence-based research and interventions in public policy and management practice. Faculty of IIM Lucknow also feature in top 2% of global scientists for research output and impact.
The alumni of IIM Lucknow now occupy top positions in the world of business, public policy and in several other fields.
Situated in a city known for its cultural heritage, the campus is spread over more than 190 acres of beautifully
landscaped area. With its foundation in the city of “Tehzeeb”, IIM Lucknow inculcates human values and professional ethics in the students to help them make a positive impact not just on the nation but on a global platform. IIM Lucknow has an ideal setup conducive to learning, accessibility and excellence.
