The AMPPP Cohort 2023-24 had the opportunity to visit T-Hub, a renowned innovation hub and ecosystem facilitator located in Hyderabad, India, on October 25. T-Hub, a collaborative effort involving NALSAR, ISB, the Government of Telangana, and IIT Hyderabad, represents a pivotal force in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.

During the visit, Srinivas Taluka, Vice-President of Facilities at T-Hub, provided an overview of the organisation's objectives and its dedication to bridging the gap between entrepreneurs and the academia. This alignment is fundamental in promoting collaborative efforts, knowledge exchange, and innovation-driven progress. In his presentation, he said that T-Hub's inception is rooted in the visionary dream of Minister KTR Rama Rao, underlining strong governmental support for the growth of entrepreneurial and innovative endeavours. T-Hub's core mission is to nurture an ecosystem hungry for innovation, a testament to its commitment to empowering startups, established corporations, and other key ecosystem players, he explained. T-Hub's substantial influence extends to both national and global corporate entities. Through its programs and initiatives, it has played an instrumental role in positively transforming business models and driving innovation within these organisations. In the final segment of the presentation, the inquisitive AMPPP students engaged in a discussion, seeking insights into T-Hub's management structure and the metrics of success regarding its endeavours in nurturing new ventures.