Ahalia School of Management organised an Idea Pitch Competition on 4 November 2026 (Wednesday) from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the ASM Seminar Hall. The programme was organised with the objective of fostering innovation, creativity, entrepreneurial thinking and problem-solving abilities among MBA students. The programme commenced with an introductory address by the Principal and Director, Prof. Dr.B.Vijayachandran Pillai who highlighted the need and importance of organising an Idea Pitch Competition. He emphasised the significance of encouraging students to think creatively, identify emerging business opportunities, develop innovative solutions to real-world problems and transform their ideas into viable business ventures.        Following the introductory address, the programme coordinator, Dr. Padmaavathy PA., Associate Professor explained the modus operandi of the competition. She elaborated on the rules and regulations, participation guidelines, team formation, presentation procedures and evaluation criteria. The students were also briefed on the importance of presenting their ideas effectively, demonstrating their feasibility and highlighting their potential business and social impact. A total of seven teams participated in the competition, with each team comprising 2 to 4 members. The competition provided a platform for students to showcase their creativity, analytical thinking, communication skills, teamwork and entrepreneurial capabilities. The programme was organised under the initiative of the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), in association with the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (IEDC), Kerala Start Up Mission. The program ended at 4.00 PM.