Chitkara University recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Zypp Electric focusing on advanced innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration between academia and industry.
Dr Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University, speaking on the collaboration, said, “We believe in getting the best on board. A reason why we are elated at Chitkara University’s new engagement with one of the leading EV brands in the country. I am happy to share a groundbreaking collaboration between Zypp Electric and Chitkara University that aims to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry-academia collaboration.”
Following this collaboration, Chitkara University’s Centre for Entrepreneurship Education & Development (CEED) hosted a session for its students, featuring Akash Gupta, Co-founder and CEO, Zypp Electric. CEED aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application, preparing students to navigate the complexities of the business world and provide students with real- world insights.
During the session, Gupta shared his entrepreneurial journey and valuable insights with the budding entrepreneurs, providing a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of building a startup. He recounted his transition from well-paid corporate jobs to founding Zypp Electric in 2017 alongside Rashi Agarwal.
Gupta, during his talk, emphasised the importance of resilience and persistence in the entrepreneurial journey and encouraged students to dream big and not be deterred by failures. Reflecting on his own experiences, he spoke about the initial struggles and sacrifices required to set up Zypp Electric, stressing that entrepreneurship involves giving up comforts and leisure activities to focus on creating something impactful.