At the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), the SPARKLAB initiative aims to cultivate value-centered, impact-driven entrepreneurs. In this spirit, the lecture series by Dr. Ram Ramdas, behavioral strategist, educator, and innovation coach, offered profound insights into bridging the gap between invention and adoption. Titled “Crossing the Chasm – While Selling the...Read More
In the process of building mission-driven startups, SPARKLAB underscores a foundational principle: entrepreneurial success is not born out of intuition alone—it is cultivated through rigorous market research. This philosophy was at the heart of a recent masterclass conducted by Dr. AVR Mahadev, a distinguished academic and practitioner, who emphasized the critical role of structured...Read More
In the fast-moving startup ecosystem, founders are often tempted to rush into building solutions. However, as emphasized at the SPARKLAB workshop, innovation doesn’t begin with solutions—it begins with understanding real problems.
Dr. Shiva Kiran, Assistant Professor at Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning and core member of the SPARKLAB Innovation Council, led an...Read More
In today’s rapidly evolving world, innovation is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Yet true innovation is not merely about invention; it is about designing solutions that are deeply rooted in real human needs. This is where Design Thinking stands out as a powerful, human-centered approach to problem-solving.
At a recent SPARKLAB workshop, participants had the opportunity to...Read More
In the ever-evolving startup ecosystem, the foundation of a successful venture is not the product itself but a deep understanding of customer problems. This principle was reinforced in a recent session on Customer Discovery Methodology which focused on interviews, data collection, and interpretation by Mr. GSR Murthy. The session offered several insights that can guide entrepreneurs in...Read More
Prasanthi Nilayam, May 5, 2025
The Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) inaugurated SPARKLAB 1.0, its pioneering startup incubation and innovation training program, at the Prasanthi Nilayam Campus. Centered around the theme “Where Values Meet Vision,” this initiative blends entrepreneurship with the core ideals of service, spirituality, and societal transformation.
The...Read More
On 28 May 2025, the Sri Sathya Sai Research and Innovation Forum (SSSRIF) celebrated a significant milestone by welcoming its very first incubated start-up Saimeethya Foods Pvt Ltd, founded by SSSIHL alumna Dr. Sai Dharshini S (Food & Nutrition, Anantapur campus).
About Saimeethya Foods Pvt Ltd
Saimeethya Foods is on a mission to bring the power of millets to every table. The...Read More
