REPORT
ON BAZAAR ACTIVITY
Department of Management Studies, SRM Valliammai Engineering
College (Autonomous), Kattankulathur in association with Institution Innovation
Council (IIC) and Industry Institution Partnership Cell (IIPC), under the
initiative of Entrepreneurship Development Cell organized an event Bounty
Bazaar'25 on 13th and 14th November 2025. The essence of the event focused
on inculcation of entrepreneurial ideas and improvisation of entrepreneurial
skills among MBA students.
Dr. Venkata Sai Srinivasa Rao Muramalla, Professor &
Head of the Department, Department of Management Studies, SRM Valliammai
Engineering College (Autonomous) was the convener of the event and welcomed the
Dignitaries, Chief Guest, Guest of Honour and the participants. He rendered thanks to the
Management, Director and Principal for their support and motivation in
organizing the event. Dr. D.
Mohanraj, Assistant Professor (Sel.Grade), Dr. E.P. John, Assistant
Professor (Sr.Grade), Dr. R. Meena Kumari, Assistant Professor(Sr.Grade) and
Mr. P.Srinivasan, Assistant Professor (OG) was the coordinator of the event
briefed about the bazaar activity. This event aimed to provide a platform for
students to showcase their business ideas and products, as well as to learn
from established entrepreneurs. There was a total of 15 stalls, which was
formed by students themselves and they came up with new ideas and innovative
thinking for attaining profit and came up with attractive things to attract
customers.
GUEST
TALK:
The Bounty Bazaar’25
was inaugurated by Mr. Moses Dharma Balan, Founder and Owner – HalwaKadai.com
and Aaladipattiyan Karupatti Coffee, Chennai, Dr.V. Chidambararajan, Director and
Dr. M. Murugan, Principal, SRM Valliammai
Engineering College (Autonomous), Kattankulathur. The fact that such
initiatives are being introduced by the department indicated a shift towards
innovative and experiential learning approach, which is a positive development
for upcoming future of students.
THE EVENT:
Throughout two days, students set up
stalls to display their products and services, ranging from handmade crafts to
innovative foods, clothing, beverages, etc. The bazaar provided a vibrant
atmosphere for networking and collaboration, with students exchanging ideas and
feedback on each other's projects.
During the bazaar
event, several activities were held to encourage innovative
thinking among the students. Some of the key activities included:
1.
Idea Pitching Sessions: Students had the
opportunity to pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges and receive
feedback on how to further develop and refine their concepts.
2.
Innovation Challenges: Students were given
specific challenges to solve within a limited time frame, encouraging them to
think creatively and come up with innovative solutions.
3.
Networking Opportunities: The bazaar provided a
platform for students to network with faculty members, professionals,
entrepreneurs, and fellow students, fostering collaboration and idea exchange.
4.
Hands on experience: This Bazaar had given
the students hands on experience about the business environment, competitions,
customer experience and their satisfaction level had also been collected with feedback
notes.
The entire event was
organized and coordinated by Dr. D. Mohanraj, Assistant Professor (Sel.Grade), Dr. E.P. John, Assistant
Professor (Sr.Grade), Dr. R. Meena Kumari, Assistant Professor (Sr.Grade) and
Mr.P.Srinivasan, Assistant Professor (OG) and convened
by Dr. Venkata Sai Srinivasa Rao Muramalla, Professor & Head of the
Department, Department of Management Studies, SRM Valliammai Engineering
College (Autonomous). All the faculty members and non-teaching staff have taken
active roles for the well conduct of event on these two days. The commitment and hard work put in by everyone involved,
from promotional activities to the vote of thanks, demonstrate a shared goal of
nurturing students’ ideas and creativity. It's commendable that everyone played
their part in motivating students and contributing to the overall success of
the bazaar.
It's fantastic to hear
that all 14 stalls at the bazaar brought their unique flair and creativity to
the event, making the selling activity enjoyable for the students. The fact
that each stall had its own distinctive approach likely added to the overall
excitement and diversity of offerings at the bazaar.
WINNERS AND RUNNERS:
Congratulations to Elite
Biryani, stall number 15, for being crowned the winner of the bounty bazaar! And there are two runner ups - stall no.7 and
stall no.6. The evaluation process conducted by all Judges, based on feedback
for each shop, highlights the fair and inclusive selection process that
considers the input and experiences of everyone involved.
This recognition not
only celebrates the efforts and success of Elite Biryani but also acknowledges
the hard work and dedication of all participants in making the bazaar a
memorable and engaging event. It's clear that the collaborative spirit and
enthusiasm of everyone involved contributed to the overall success of the
bazaar. All the participants did really by showing their creativity,
innovation, and teamwork!
The students showed
great enthusiasm and cooperation in organizing and participating in the bazaar
activities, demonstrating their commitment to fostering a culture of innovation
and entrepreneurship on campus. Their active involvement contributed to the
success of the event and created a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere conducive to
creative thinking and collaboration.
CONCLUSION:
Overall, the bazaar
was a great success in promoting entrepreneurship among MBA students. It
provided a valuable opportunity for students to gain practical experience in
running a business and inspired them to explore new opportunities in the field
of entrepreneurship. The event was well-received by both students and faculty,
and everyone look forward in organizing similar events in the future.
HOD-MBA
HOD-MBA
SRM VALLIAMMAI
ENGINEERING COLLEGE
