Resource persons along with members of the Yi, students and faculty of PCC during the interaction programme on August 21.
Patkai, August 22 (MExN): Young Indians (Yi), Patkai Christian College (Autonomous), organised a one-day entrepreneurship interaction programme on August 21 to mark World Entrepreneurs’ Day 2026, bringing students together with three entrepreneurs to explore the journey from ideas to impactful enterprises.
Held at the College Conference Hall under the theme “From Idea to Impact”, the programme focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership and sustainable enterprise. Through personal experiences and an interactive session, students were encouraged to identify real-world problems, develop solutions and consider entrepreneurship as a career pathway.
Zakir Alam, Programme Coordinator and Faculty-in-Charge of Yi, said World Entrepreneurs’ Day was not merely a celebration of successful businesses but also of ideas, courage, creativity, resilience and the willingness to take the first step into the unknown.
He said entrepreneurship began with an idea but was shaped by determination, perseverance and action. He encouraged students to identify opportunities, create value, address societal challenges and contribute positively to their communities.
Dr Dakter Esse Jamir, Assistant Professor, Department of Mass Communication, moderated the technical session and said the programme aimed to provide practical knowledge on innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable enterprises. She encouraged students to engage with the speakers and learn from their experiences.
Atoho A Kinimi, Founder and Director of JoldiPabo Pvt Ltd, shared his entrepreneurial journey, recalling how his first business began as a small food venture supported by students of Patkai Christian College. He said the idea for JoldiPabo emerged from his difficulty in finding rental accommodation, prompting him to develop a platform connecting people seeking accommodation with available properties.
Kinimi emphasised that successful ventures often emerge from identifying everyday problems and developing practical solutions. He urged students to pursue their individual paths with confidence, saying entrepreneurship was one among several meaningful career choices and success in any profession depended on dedication, purpose and perseverance.
Musician, entrepreneur and event manager Imli Lee, also president of the Music Awards of Nagaland, spoke about his journey in the music and creative industries. He recalled the challenges of pursuing music when access to technology and digital platforms was limited and said persistence and willingness to embrace opportunities helped him progress in the industry.
Drawing parallels between music and entrepreneurship, Lee said both begin with an idea and require commitment, risk-taking, perseverance and continuous learning. He urged students not to wait until they felt completely prepared before pursuing opportunities, saying experience was built through action.
Peihauding, Founder and CEO of Ngurie Organic Pvt Ltd and Kendeu Coaching Centre, shared his journey from a village to becoming an award-winning entrepreneur. Speaking about organic agriculture and sustainable enterprise, he highlighted vision, faith, research and perseverance as important factors in turning ideas into viable ventures.
He encouraged students to participate in competitions, seek mentorship, document their ideas, build networks and explore incubation centres and government support schemes. He said innovation should ultimately focus on solving problems and creating benefits for society.
During the question-and-answer session, students sought guidance on event management, entrepreneurship, funding, innovation and opportunities in the music industry. Lee stressed consistency, detailed planning and long-term relationships with sponsors and partners in organising successful events.
Kinimi advised those starting businesses with limited capital to focus first on solving genuine problems rather than being discouraged by financial constraints. Peihauding encouraged aspiring entrepreneurs to document their ideas and make use of innovation competitions, incubation centres and government support.
