19 July, 2025

VGEC’s E-Cell successfully organized an industrial visit to i-Hub, Ahmedabad on 19th July 2025. The visit aimed to offer students exposure to Gujarat’s startup ecosystem and innovation platforms. The session began with a welcome presentation by the i-Hub team, explaining the purpose, vision, and achievements of i-Hub including the incubation of over 620 startups and facilitating investments worth INR 459 crore.

Mr. Dhyan Soni, founder of Pathashala AI and featured on Shark Tank India, shared his journey and startup experience. Students also visited the third-floor demo zone where they were introduced to WeHear, a product that transmits sound via vibrations using a transducer – a technology first of its kind in India.
On returning to the ground floor, students interacted with the founders of Joy Spoon, another Shark Tank startup, and experienced their innovative spoon designed to enhance sensory eating experiences.
The visit concluded with hands-on trials and insights into real-world innovation, inspiring students to pursue entrepreneurial paths.

Key Features: 

• Expert: Mr. Dhyan Soni, JoySpoon Founders (Vaishali Mehta and Yash Mehta)
• Organizing Department: Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell), VGEC Chandkheda 
• Collaborated with/Supported by: Ansys , ARK Info solutions Pvt. Ltd.,Infosolutions Pvt. Ltd.,
• Venue: i-Hub, Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat Campus, Ahmedabad
• Date and Time: 19/07/2025, 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
• No. Of attendees : 80+ students 

Learning Lessons/Discussion Points:

• Overview of i-Hub and its startup support ecosystem
• Live product demos: WeWear and JoySpoon
• Insights from Shark Tank-featured founders
• Entrepreneurial motivation and networking exposure