Bharat Shiksha Expo 2025 Opens at Expo Mart with ‘Creathon’ Innovation Challenge

Greater Noida (24 April 2025): The much-anticipated Bharat Shiksha Expo 2025 officially opened today at the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida, Delhi NCR, marking the beginning of a dynamic three-day event that aims to redefine the future of education in India. This year’s edition, held from April 24 to 26, places a special emphasis on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the convergence of education and technology through its flagship event—‘Creathon’ Innovation Challenge.

The expo is being held across 14,000 square meters and boasts over 200 exhibitors, 500+ educational products and services, more than 25 thematic categories, and 20 student-centric activities. As the second edition of this national education fair, it has drawn widespread participation from educational institutions, tech innovators, government bodies, and students from across the country.

Grand Inauguration Ceremony

The expo was inaugurated with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, led by Prerna Singh, Additional CEO of the Greater Noida Authority, along with a panel of esteemed dignitaries including:

Prof. Vimla, Vice Chancellor of Maa Shakumhari University, Saharanpur

Prof. Dinesh Sharma, Member Secretary of UP SLQAC and Nodal Officer, Higher Education Department (HED), UP

Mahip Singh, Head of Innovation Hub, AKTU

Dr. S.P. Mishra, Advisor, Innovation Hub, AKTU

Sachin Sinha, CFO, India Expo Mart Ltd (IEML)

Empowering the Next Generation Through Innovation

The heart of the expo, Creathon 2025, is a vibrant platform designed to nurture tech-savvy, solution-oriented young minds. It features several competitive segments such as:

Hackathon

Startathon

Ideathon

Codethon

Skill-building workshops

More than 300 student-led ideas have been submitted as part of the Creathon challenge, focusing on real-world problems and future-facing solutions.The expo also showcases thrilling technology demonstrations, including: A Drone Show, Robotics events like Robo War, Robo Race, and Robo Soccer।

Vision and Voices from Educational Leaders

In his welcome address, Prof. Dinesh Sharma highlighted the evolution of Bharat Shiksha Expo into a national movement supporting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of transforming Indian youth from job seekers into job creators. This platform promotes inclusive, future-ready education while aligning with the goal of a $5 trillion economy, he said.

He further emphasized Uttar Pradesh’s aspiration to become an educational hub, with initiatives backed by the Yogi Adityanath government and supported through both private and provisional funding models.

Innovation Hub’s Role in Shaping Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

Mahip Singh, Head of the Innovation Hub at AKTU, elaborated on the government’s active role in fostering entrepreneurship. Our Innovation Hub has already supported over 1,500 startups, and we are currently planning to establish 300 innovation centers across Uttar Pradesh, he said. Each idea is valuable, and those not registered under official schemes are still being supported with Rs. 1 lakh grants, he added, underscoring the state’s inclusive innovation policy.

Dr. S.P. Mishra reinforced this narrative, stating, Innovation, incubation, and entrepreneurship must be rooted in education. We’re not just promoting business acumen—we’re cultivating entrepreneurial thinking. He cited real-life student success stories—from app developers in Chennai to young business leaders in Patna and Pune—illustrating the untapped potential in India’s youth.

Championing Grassroots Institutions

Prof. Vimla, Vice Chancellor of Maa Shakumhari University, offered a heartfelt address. Despite limited resources, our university is nurturing potential. We are participating in national-level projects and building partnerships, including one with Jamia Millia Islamia, as part of a cluster model to strengthen academic collaboration. She emphasized the importance of small and new universities stepping up to contribute to the Aatma Nirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) vision.

A Vision for Greater Noida as India’s Educational Silicon Valley

Prerna Singh, ACEO of Greater Noida Authority, praised the vision of GNIDA CEO Ravi Kumar NG, calling him the “brainchild” behind uniting India’s educational and technological leaders under one roof. This expo symbolizes Greater Noida’s emergence as the Silicon Valley of India. It’s not just about infrastructure—it’s about creating a canvas where students are the artists of the future, she said. She added that Greater Noida is attracting educational institutions from across the globe, positioning itself not only as a residential hub but also an international education and innovation destination.

During her interaction with the media at the Bharat Shiksha Expo 2025, Prerna Singh, expressed pride in hosting the second edition. She noted that over 15,000 students have already visited the expo, which features participation from leading institutions across Greater Noida, along with university representatives and technical teams. The event, organized under the guidance of Chief Secretary Manoj Singh and GNIDA CEO Ravi Kumar NG, in collaboration with IEML, aims to expose students to the latest advancements in technology, particularly AI, and help them explore career-relevant courses.

Speaking on how the second edition differs from the first, she said that organizing the initial edition, held in September, involved extensive effort and planning due to the challenge of establishing a clear vision. However, with the success of the first edition, this year’s event has gained momentum and greater clarity of purpose. Held in April—an ideal time for academic planning—it allows students to explore future academic paths and offers institutions a platform to connect with prospective students. The first edition was about understanding the vision, while the second is about realizing it, Singh concluded, congratulating all stakeholders for the successful execution of the expo.

Looking Ahead: A Platform for India’s Educational Renaissance

In his vote of thanks, Sachin Sinha, CFO of IEML, acknowledged the collaborative spirit of all stakeholders. This is not just an event—it’s a movement. Let’s keep the momentum going and shape a brighter, bolder future for Indian education, he concluded.

The Bharat Shiksha Expo 2025 promises to be a transformative milestone in the nation’s educational journey. Over the next three days, participants will engage in immersive activities that bridge academic theory with real-world innovation, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in Indian education.

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