Founder’s Arena was an exciting inter-departmental event that brought together the most creative and entrepreneurial minds on campus. Open to teams of 2–5 students from all departments, the program invited participants to present their most innovative business ideas through dynamic formats—ranging from PowerPoint presentations and posters to charts, props, and working models. Each team had 3–5 minutes to pitch their idea, followed by a 2-minute Q&A session with an expert judge Dr. Sunitha T R, BMS Department St. Teresa’s college.

Participants impressed the judges with a wave of innovative and impactful concepts. Rising to the top, Kerakadali claimed the First Prize for its unique vision and promising potential. Close on its heels, Banana Peel Pectin Extraction earned the Second Prize, showcasing an ingenious method to transform waste into valuable resources. Both winners embody the creativity, sustainability, and entrepreneurial spirit that the competition aimed to inspire.