La FondationDassaultSystèmes India, in collaboration with Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), successfully wrapped up the 2024-2025 edition of its flagship school program, ‘Made in 3D – Seed the Future Entrepreneurs’. The grand finale, held in Pune on June 14, saw the participation of 10 finalist teams from 260 schools across 29 states and union territories in India. The event emphasized the program’s goal of empowering youth to lead in innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.
This year’s challenge encouraged student teams to identify everyday problems and create solutions in the areas of Health, Safety, and Wellness, Best from Waste, and Smart Villages and Cities. Using a design thinking approach, students developed solutions from concept to prototype, presenting their ‘pseudo-start-ups’ complete with product prototypes, business strategies, and marketing plans.
The winners of the 2024-2025 ‘Made in 3D – Seed the Future Entrepreneurs’ competition showcased innovative solutions that addressed pressing real-world problems. First place went to Dr Kalmadi Shamarao High School from Ganesh Nagar, Pune, for their startup “Creovista” and product “Zenith – Waste Collection”. Their solution uses algae from water bodies to produce algae oil and biofertilizer, offering a sustainable way to tackle the growing issue of algae pollution in water sources.
In second place, Akshara International School from Wakad, Pune, impressed the judges with their startup “Kavach” and product “MediPen”. This portable, all-in-one first aid kit can be easily attached to a bag, making it a convenient and life-saving tool that ensures quick access to essential medical supplies in emergencies. The product is designed to cater to the needs of people on the go, providing peace of mind in critical situations.
Third place was awarded to New English School Dhamari from Pune, for their startup “Root Bound Farms” and product “Cut Master”. Their innovation is a machine designed to harvest onions more efficiently, increasing productivity and reducing labor costs. The “Cut Master” can harvest up to 35 onions per minute, streamlining the harvesting process and improving the overall profitability of onion farming.
These teams impressed judges with their ability to identify real-world challenges, turning them into innovative, viable business ideas using 3D digital technology. Their work showcased creativity, practical problem-solving, and a deep understanding of entrepreneurship.
The grand finale was attended by distinguished guests, including Dr Unnat Pandit, Controller General of Patents in India, who was the Chief Guest. Other notable attendees included Dr. ChintanVaishnav (former Mission Director of AIM), Sudarshan Mogasale (President, La FondationDassaultSystèmes India), Deepali Upadhyaya (Project Director, Atal Innovation Mission), and executives from Capgemini and Michelin.
This initiative, created in partnership with AIM and La FondationDassaultSystèmes, aims to instill design thinking, entrepreneurship, and 3D technology skills in students through hands-on learning. Teams of six students, guided by a mentor teacher, work together as a start-up, designing their “dream product,” using 3D digital tools, creating prototypes, and developing a market strategy.
Sudarshan Mogasale, President of La FondationDassaultSystèmes India, expressed, “This program empowers young minds to think creatively and develop solutions for real-world issues. With the support of AIM and partners like Capgemini and Michelin, we’ve provided students from underserved schools with the resources to turn their ideas into tangible prototypes, preparing them to be future-ready entrepreneurs.”
La FondationDassaultSystèmes supports transformative education and research projects that leverage 3D scientific simulation to foster a more sustainable world. The foundation’s mission is to spark interest in science and technology careers among young people while helping higher education students develop essential future skills. It also supports cutting-edge research using virtual worlds to expand knowledge. Operating across Europe, India, and the U.S., the foundation promotes community engagement and skill-based volunteering to place human connection at the heart of learning.
