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Atal Community Innovation Center–SRHU Innovation and Incubation Center (ACIC–SIIC) inaugurated at SRHU

Published on: February 5, 2026

Doiwala: The Atal Community Innovation Center–SRHU Innovation and Incubation Center (ACIC–SIIC) was formally inaugurated at Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant. The ceremony was graced by the chief guest, Mr. Vinay Shankar Pandey, IAS, Secretary, Department of Industries, Government of Uttarakhand, who stated that the establishment of the innovation centre at SRHU is a significant step towards building a developed India.

On Thursday, the new premise of ACIC–SIIC, set up at the Skill Centre within the university campus, was jointly inaugurated by Mr. Vinay Shankar Pandey along with Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President, SRHU and Dr. Rajendra Dobhal, Vice-Chancellor, SRHU. Following the inauguration, the dignitaries visited and inspected the facilities of the Innovation Centre. On the occasion, Dr. Vijay Dhasmana honoured the chief guest by presenting a shawl and a memento.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Vinay Shankar Pandey emphasized that the vision of a developed India cannot be realized without self-reliance, and for this purpose, the promotion of startups, innovation, and entrepreneurship is essential. He urged the youth across the state to actively utilise the platform provided by SRHU and contribute towards employment generation.

Highlighting the importance of collective efforts, Dr. Vijay Dhasmana remarked that individual initiatives alone are not sufficient for the success of startups; meaningful engagement with the community is equally crucial. He added that SRHU will continue to promote innovation focused on solving local-level challenges while empowering young minds to pursue entrepreneurship.

Vice-Chancellor Dr. Rajendra Dobhal reiterated that the university is committed not only to imparting academic knowledge but also to nurturing students’ skills, fostering innovation, and developing a strong understanding of entrepreneurship to prepare them for future challenges.

Program Director of Atal Innovation Mission, Mr. Pramit Dash, said that efforts are being made to strengthen the culture of innovation across the country. Dr. Amjad Hussain, CEO (ACIC-SIIC) stated that the objective is to promote innovation, provide guidance to startups, and make youth active partners in building a developed India.

Faculty members, students, startup representatives, and distinguished guests from various fields were present on the occasion.

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Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.