Nandyal, August 21, 2026: An Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme was organised at Sri Ramakrishna Degree College (Autonomous), Nandyal, in collaboration with IIITDM Kurnool, with support from the Andhra Pradesh MSME Development Corporation under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Scheme of the Ministry of MSME, Government of India.

The programme aimed to create awareness among aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators and entrepreneurs about entrepreneurship, protection of intellectual property, government schemes and opportunities to transform innovations into successful businesses.

Sri Chandrasekhar Rao, General Manager of the District Industries Centre (DIC), Nandyal, attended as the chief guest. He explained the objectives and benefits of the RAMP Scheme and the various support and incentives available to entrepreneurs and MSMEs through the Government of Andhra Pradesh.

College Chairman Prof. G. Ramakrishna Reddy and Director Dr. G. Hemant Reddy participated in the programme. Dr. Hemant Reddy encouraged participants to develop innovative thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset. He also highlighted the role of the college’s ATAL Incubation Centre, skill development programmes and other initiatives in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship.

Mr. Ashok, a registered Trademark and Patent Agent from Hyderabad, provided practical insights into IPR, patents and trademarks, explaining the importance of legally protecting innovations and developing them commercially.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Visweswara Reddy of IIITDM Kurnool. Special appreciation was expressed to Mr. Vishwa, CEO, Andhra Pradesh MSME Development Corporation, for his financial support and encouragement.