BITS Goa to Celebrate 12th edition of Coalescence, Ankur Warikoo to join as Chief Guest

As the sun rises over the pristine landscapes of Goa, excitement brews at the K.K. Birla Goa Campus of BITS Pilani, where the 12th edition of Coalescence, the annual entrepreneurship summit, is set to unfold. Coalescence has grown into one of India's most anticipated startup events, organized by the Centre for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL), a student-run organization fostering innovation and entrepreneurship generation over a generation of students.

This year, the 12th Edition promises to celebrate entrepreneurial spirit, featuring a stellar lineup of speakers and events that ought to ignite yet another spark of entrepreneurship amongst Bitsians. Ankur Warikoo, the famous entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker, will grace the event as the chief guest.

Every edition is a beautiful mix of panels that bring the faces we see on-screen to the auditorium stage of BITS Pilani Goa Campus, which sees a footfall of 3000+ students. The Shark Tank panel of this year has some of the most dynamic founders in the startup ecosystem. Among them are Dhruv Verma and Sahil Manral, the minds behind Rize Bar, Sundeep Singh, and Akashdeep Dan, the creators of Uncle Peter's Pancakes, Shweta Shivkumar, founder of WhySoBlue, and Abhishek Daga of Nasher Miles. These founders represent a diverse range of industries, from healthy snacks to luxury travel, yet they all share a common thread – the relentless pursuit of innovation.

Adding to the excitement, Dr. Vijendra Chauhan, a distinguished Hindi literature professor at Delhi University, a renowned figure in the UPSC ecosystem, and a social media sensation with over a million followers on Instagram will join the summit. With over two decades of experience conducting mock interviews, Mr Chauhan has become a celebrity influencer among UPSC aspirants, known for his sharp observations and candid interview style. His viral interview clips, including the iconic "Baithne ka tarika thoda kazual hai," have made him a famous name in the community.

The summit will also feature talks from Rajesh R. Dembla, the creative force behind Zoozle, Saurabh Bothra, founder of Habuild, Mohit B., the visionary behind Stratzy; and Aakash Anand, founder of Bellavita. These leaders, each a trailblazer in their respective fields, will share their experiences, offering valuable lessons on building and scaling successful ventures.

Coalescence has a rich legacy of hosting distinguished guests. Previous editors saw the presence of Ashneer Grover, Nikhil Kamath, Kunal Shah, and several Y-Combinator-backed founders. The continual presence of such notable personalities highlights Coalescence's position as a leading platform for entrepreneurship.

But this entrepreneurial summit is more than just talks and panels. It will also feature workshops and events that engage the entire campus, offering students hands-on experience in various aspects of entrepreneurship. BITS Pilani Goa has been the land for entrepreneurial talent, and Coalescence is a testament to the institution's commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators. The Centre for Entrepreneurial Leadership, with its dedicated team of students, has once again proven that with vision, passion, and hard work, it is possible to create an event that resonates far beyond the campus walls. 

As the summit draws near, the anticipation is palpable. Coalescence 2024 is poised to be a transformative experience, a gathering where ideas will be exchanged, partnerships will be forged, and the future of entrepreneurship will be shaped. In a world that is constantly evolving, Coalescence stands as a beacon of inspiration, a reminder that the spirit of innovation is alive and thriving at BITS Pilani Goa.