MNNIT-incubated startup unveils India’s first homegrown alumni networking platform

The Technology Business Incubator (TBI) at MNNIT-Allahabad has supported the development of this pioneering alumni networking platform. According to its creators, the initiative is more than a digital tool—it is envisioned as a movement to unite alumni through shared purpose and institutional roots. Ashutosh Mishra, assistant professor at MNNIT’s applied mechanics department, highlighted that even in its initial phase, the platform is designed to go beyond conventional networking, offering meaningful engagement opportunities.  

 

Notable updates  

- Developed and launched entirely in India, ensuring indigenous design and innovation  

- Incubated at MNNIT’s Technology Business Incubator (TBI), reinforcing academic-industry collaboration  

- Phase-I rollout focuses on building community and shared identity among alumni  

- Platform aims to expand across institutions, fostering professional and personal connections nationwide  

- Creators emphasize the platform as a “movement” rather than just a networking tool  

 

Major takeaways  

- Marks a significant step in India’s push for homegrown digital solutions  

- Strengthens alumni engagement, bridging gaps between past graduates and current students  

- Positions MNNIT as a hub for innovation-driven entrepreneurship with national impact  

 

Sources: Hindustan Times