Renowned education reformer and environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk emphasized the importance of experiential learning, sustainability, and compassion in education. Addressing the audience at the “Made in JIS 2025” event, his words captivated an eager audience of students, faculty, and dignitaries at the packed Dhano Dhanyo Auditorium, Kolkata. Wangchuk, widely recognised as the inspiration behind the character Phunsukh Wangdu in the Bollywood film 3 Idiots, is the Founding Director of SECMOL (Students’ Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh). He is known globally for reimagining education and creating sustainable solutions for mountainous communities.
The event also welcomed leading figures from India’s startup and investment ecosystem, including Aditya Arora, Angel Investor, CEO, Faad Capital and Bestselling Author of Startups of Bharat; Mayank Bindal, Founder & CEO of Snap-E Cabs; and Ms. Jaspreet Kaur, Director, JIS Group.
The distinguished guests judged and mentored aspiring student entrepreneurs as they pitched innovative startup ideas, out of which outstanding teams were selected for the grand finale.
“Made in JIS 2025,” like its earlier editions, serves as a platform solely designed to spotlight student talent and provide tangible support in shaping ideas into scalable ventures.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Jaspreet Kaur, Director, JIS Group, said, “Having Shri Sonam Wangchuk amongst us was a deeply humbling and transformative experience. His life’s work, whether in education, environmental sustainability, or community-led innovation embodies the very values we aim to instill in our students. ‘Made in JIS’ is more than an event; it is a movement towards building a generation of socially conscious innovators and leaders. We’re proud to provide this platform to our students and watch them soar. The 2025 edition built on the overwhelming success of its previous years and once again proved that with the right guidance and a nurturing ecosystem, young minds can create impactful solutions that shape tomorrow.”
