SEEDING START-UPS IN CLASSROOMS: DELHI'S BOLD NEW STEP IN EDUCATION

Delhi has introduced a groundbreaking school curriculum to nurture entrepreneurship from Class 8 onwards, preparing students to become innovators and leaders of tomorrow.

- DR KAVITA GUPTA AND AARTI SRIVASTAVA

An early start to entrepreneurship at the school level is essential for developing the human capital needed for nation-building. It nurtures creativity, resourcefulness, and the ability to think out of the box, while addressing the needs of society. Educational institutions play a crucial role in transforming formally educated scholars into a dynamic entrepreneurial workforce. Research shows that students exposed to entrepreneurial training are better equipped with problem-solving, leadership, and critical-thinking skills—qualities vital for both future employment and independent ventures. Global studies also confirm that early entrepreneurship education enhances students' self-efficacy and entrepreneurial intent, preparing them for both business creation and life challenges.