Objectives of Urja Setu

1. Introducing Micro models of development
2. To act as a bridge between students and the social organizations working for the cause
3. To generate a pool of student volunteers who can contribute for the social cause
4. To provide an opportunity to showcase the talents and skills of the students and these social organizations
5. To provide a marketing niche to these micro-entrepreneurs
6. Optimum use of the institute’s resources
7. To strengthen students economically which is in tune with the college’s vision and mission statements
8. To facilitate linkage between various social organizations
9.Small contribution to Image building of the institute

Takeaways for our social partners

 

 

Evidence of Success

• Organisation of 2-3 exhibitions every year
• Organized online Urja Setu during the Covid year
• Participation of Over 1000 Thaneites, teachers, and students for the event focused on alternatives to plastics, including participants from other colleges. The goal was to maximize initiative outreach.
• Urja Setu empowers students and micro-entrepreneurs to discover their talents and expand their horizons.
• Due to insights from us, one of our regular participants, Jyoti Gaikwad, known for her woolen products, experienced a surge in sales and profits. Her woolen flowers were upscaled to be used for national conferences and NEP conclaves.
• Another entrepreneur, Nanda transitioned from selling homemade food items at Urja Setu to tiffin services and a snack center at our college. Similarly , Nilima Wagh too ventured into her own business of selling spices.
• We are fortunate to have lasting relationship with micro-entrepreneurs and NGOs, some of which have lasted seven years. Our such partners include Agashe’s Eye Donation Initiative, Jyoti's Self Help Group, Enviro Vigil, Natural Organic Solution, Parvayavaran Dakshata Mandal, Nandan Van, Menon Environment, Umeed Trust, and Kshamata, among others.

 

URJA SETU success story – Positive Feedback from Our Volunteers and Stall Owners View here

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