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Guwahati Biotech Park is a visionary initiative of Govt. of Assam and supported by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt. of India.

Welcome to Guwahati Biotech Park (GBP), where Science and business form a platform to promote entrepreneurship in the Northeast India. Situated in northern bank of the river Brahmaputra, surrounded by lush green environment and in proximity to premier Institutes of Northeast India: IIT Guwahati, Assam Engineering College, Institute of Advanced studies of Science & Technology and Gauhati University and the Brahmaputra Industrial Park.

16/10/2026

Training alert🔊

📢 Skill Satellite Centre (SSC), Guwahati Biotech Park is organizing a training programme on Low Cost Organic Compost/Bio fertlizer production
on 31 October 2026.

📩 Interested candidates/participants can register by clicking the link below and filling out the Form:
https://tinyurl.com/Bio-ferilizerTraining-Oct2026

Date: 31 October, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Limited seats available🔔
Last date for registration is 30th October, 2026.⌚

📲 Check the flyer for details.

📍 Address: SSC, Guwahati Biotech Park, Near SP Office, Amingaon, Guwahati-781031, Kamrup, Assam

📧 Email: [email protected]

📞 Contact: 99547-57390 / 86381-81323

16/10/2026

🧬🔬 BioFest 1.0 Begins at USTM: Celebrating Science, Innovation and Collaboration in association with GBP & BioNEST, IITG 🎉

The spirit of scientific curiosity, innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration came alive as the Department of Applied Biology, University of Science & Technology Meghalaya (USTM) inaugurated BioFest 1.0 on October 13, 2026, in association with GBP and BioNEST, IIT Guwahati.

Representing GBP, Dr. Bula Choudhury, Senior Scientist and Dr. Rajiv Chandra Dev Goswami, Research Associate, participated in the celebration, where Dr Choudhury as Chief Guest emphasized on reaffirming the importance of institutional collaboration in fostering scientific excellence, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Along with the GBP team the inaugural programme was graced by Dr R.K. Sharma, Adviser, USTM; Prof Hem Kanta Sharma, Principal PIMC; Prof Nazim Hussain Al Jafri, Pro Vice Chancellor USTM; Dr. Swapnil Sinha, CEO, IITG BioNEST, Dr. Erwin Fuhrer, Development Engineer, Voxalytic GmbH, Germany, and Assistant Professor, JBMSHST, IIT Guwahati & Prof G D Sharma, Honorable Vice Cencellor, USTM, who was present online.

BioFest 1.0 features a diverse range of thematic activities, including:

💡 Idea Pitch: Ideas with Global Potential

Dr. Bula Choudhury, SS and Dr. Rajiv Goswami, RA from GBP served as jury members for the Idea Pitch competition, witnessing promising student-led ideas with potential for global impact. The innovative presentations highlighted the creativity, scientific thinking and entrepreneurial spirit of young minds committed to addressing real-world challenges.

15/10/2026

🌿 A VISIT TO KHETIYOK & POOHAR ESSENCE: PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE AND ORGANIC AGRICULTURE 🌱

Dr. Bula Choudhury, Senior Scientist, GBP, Shri Bharat Phukan, Technical Officer, and Mr. Dhanjit Barman, Junior Analyst, NECTAR visited M/S Khetiyok and Poohar Essence Pvt. Ltd recently.

The visit was coordinated by Dr Debajit Kalita, MD, M/s Khetiyok and Poohar Essence Pvt. Ltd, a distinguished innovator & entrepreneur also BICFA GBP'S TSC 2025 winner.

During the visit, the team explored the farm and observed various ongoing activities focused on developing and promoting a diverse range of agricultural improvement solutions and natural, organic products. These initiatives aim to provide sustainable alternatives to harmful chemicals and synthetic pesticides commonly used in agriculture, contributing to healthier soil, safer agricultural practices, and a more environmentally responsible farming system.
The team also gained insights into the production processes, innovative technologies, and practical approaches being undertaken to support farmers, encourage the adoption of eco-friendly agricultural inputs, and strengthen sustainable farming practices.
The visit highlighted the importance of innovation, research, and collaboration in advancing natural farming solutions, reducing dependence on harmful agrochemicals, and building a greener, healthier, and more sustainable agricultural future.
Such interactions foster knowledge exchange, strengthen institutional collaboration, and encourage continued efforts towards sustainable agriculture and rural development. 🌾🌍

15/10/2026

A Day of Scientific Exploration at Guwahati Biotech Park!

We are happy to share that on 9th October 2026, around 50 girl students from North Guwahati Girls High School visited Guwahati Biotech Park (GBP) as part of an educational initiative by Bigyanor Rahghora to nurture scientific curiosity and promote interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), especially among girls.

During the visit, the students witnessed and explored various facilities at Guwahati Biotech Park, gaining firsthand exposure to the practical applications of science, biotechnology and innovation. They visited facilities including the biofloc system, greenhouse, packaging facilities, and other divisions, learning about modern scientific techniques, sustainable practices and the journey from production to packaging.

The visit offered the students a valuable opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world scientific applications. It also encouraged them to think creatively, ask questions and explore future possibilities in science, biotechnology, agriculture and related fields.

The students were accompanied by their teachers and members of Bigyanor Rahghora. The visit was a meaningful step towards developing a scientific mindset and inspiring young girls to pursue their interests in STEM.

14/10/2026

🐟🚀 AQUA YUVA 2026 | SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED! 🚀🐟
🌊 Empowering Young Minds. Inspiring Aquapreneurs. Shaping the Future of Fisheries!

Two days of learning, innovation, creativity and entrepreneurial inspiration culminated successfully with the completion of AQUA YUVA – Entrepreneurship Orientation Programme for Fisheries Students, held on 08–09 October 2026 at GBP.

Organised by MANAGE, Hyderabad, through MANAGE-FISHub, in collaboration with the Business Incubation Centre for Fisheries and Aquaculture (BICFA), GBP, the programme aimed to inspire fisheries students to explore entrepreneurship and transform innovative ideas into sustainable business ventures.

💡 FROM CLASSROOM KNOWLEDGE TO ENTREPRENEURIAL ACTION!

The programme featured insightful sessions on:

🐟 Startup and business opportunities in fisheries and aquaculture
🏛️ Government schemes, institutional support and financial assistance
📱 Digital marketing, branding and e-commerce
🌐 Digital entrepreneurship, GIS and smart aquaculture technologies
🤖 Innovation in aquaculture, IoT and AI applications
📊 Business Model Canvas and business plan preparation
🎯 Customer persona, empathy mapping and entrepreneurial idea generation

🎙️ LEARNING FROM EXPERTS & INDUSTRY PRACTITIONERS

The sessions were enriched by contributions from:

🔹 Dr. Nivedha C K — Innovation Research Fellow, MANAGE-FISHub
🔹 Dr. Bula Choudhury — Senior Scientist & PI-BICFA, Guwahati Biotech Park
🔹 🔹 Mr. Chandan Chetri — Nodal Officer, PMMSY, Government of Assam
🔹 Mr. Dhrubajyoti Kalita — Founder, Illuscube
🔹 Dr. Gouri Sankar Bhunia — Vaasarlabs IT Solution Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad
🔹 Mr. Jesu Neelkamal Borah — COO, R. Unicornius Axom Pvt. Ltd., Guwahati
🔹 Ms. Tribeni Saikia — Business and Entrepreneurship Coach, NLP & MSME, Assam
🔹 Dr. Rajiv Chandra Dev Goswami — Research Associate, Guwahati Biotech Park

🏢 EXPERIENCE. INNOVATION. INCUBATION.

The GBP facility tour offered students a glimpse into the infrastructure and incubation ecosystem available to support emerging entrepreneurs. Interactive group activities encouraged participants to generate ideas, build teams and explore entrepreneurial possibilities in fisheries and aquaculture.

🌱 A STEP TOWARDS THE NEXT GENERATION OF AQUAPRENEURS!

AQUA YUVA reinforced the message that fisheries is not merely a livelihood sector—it is a growing landscape of opportunities in technology, innovation, value addition, smart farming and enterprise development.

Through the collaborative efforts of MANAGE-FISHub and BICFA, GBP, the programme encouraged young minds to move beyond conventional career pathways and envision themselves as future entrepreneurs and changemakers in the fisheries sector.

13/10/2026

🐟🌱 FISHERIES-STARTUP & AQUAPRENEURSHIP STAKEHOLDERS MEET 2026 🌱🚀

A vibrant day of fisheries, aquaculture, innovation and entrepreneurship unfolded at Business Incubation Centre for Fisheries and Aquaculture (BICFA), GBP on 07 October 2026, bringing together policymakers, experts, academia, startups, entrepreneurs and cooperatives.

National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE): Fisheries Innovation and Startup Hub (MANAGE-FISHub) , Hyderabad and Guwahati Biotech Park (GBP), Government of Assam, Organized the FISHERIES-STARTUP & AQUAPRENEURSHIP STAKEHOLDERS MEET 2026 to strengthen the aquapreneurship ecosystem in Assam and the Northeast.
The programme began with a warm welcome address by Dr. Bula Choudhury, Senior Scientist & Project Investigator, BICFA, GBP, who welcomed the distinguished guests, entrepreneurs, startups and stakeholders and set the context for the day’s deliberations.

This was followed by an insightful talk on MANAGE-FISHub and its activities by Dr. Saravanan Raj, Director (Agricultural Extension) & CEO, MANAGE-FISHub, MANAGE, Hyderabad.

The inaugural session brought together an impressive array of experts and institutional leaders:

🔹 Mr. Chandan Chetri
State Nodal Officer – PMMSY & PM-MKSSY, Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Assam

🔹 Prof. (Dr.) Arup Kumar Hazarika
Dean, Faculty of Life Sciences & Head, Department of Zoology, Cotton University, Guwahati

🔹 Dr. Pradip Ch. Bhuyan
Dean, Faculty of Fisheries Science, AVFU, Raha, Assam

· Dr Bipul Kumar Kakati,

Assistant Professor at College of Fisheries, AAU, Raha

🔹 Shri Ashim Kumar Borah
Senior Executive & Officer-in-Charge, NFDB, Guwahati

The session was further enriched by the presence of Dr. Siddhartha Purkayastha, Former Joint Director of Fisheries, Government of Assam, who addressed the gathering as the Chief Guest.

Their participation added immense value to the discussions on strengthening the fisheries and aquaculture ecosystem in Assam.

🔬 BRIDGING RESEARCH, KNOWLEDGE & ENTERPRISE

Further enriching the programme were:

🔹 Dr. Sulip Kumar Majhi
Head & Principal Scientist, ICAR-CIFRI – Guwahati Regional Centre

🔹 Prof. (Dr.) Dandadhar Sarma
Head, Department of Zoology, Gauhati University

Their presence reinforced the importance of connecting research institutions, academic expertise, government programmes and entrepreneurship to create practical solutions and sustainable opportunities in the fisheries sector.

🚀🐟 FROM EXPERIENCE TO ENTERPRISE — STARTUP STORIES THAT INSPIRED

One of the most engaging highlights of the event was the Experience Sharing by Startups, where entrepreneurs and grassroots innovators shared their journeys, challenges, learnings and aspirations.

The session featured:

🔹 Mr. Dhruvajyoti Kalita — Illuscube

🔹 Mrs. Nandini Borah — Kalpavriksha Trust

🔹 Mr. Harendra Nath Rabha — Kahibari Fishery Cooperative Society, Tamulpur

🔹 Dr. Sachin Raj — Tanvikaa Agrotech Pvt. Ltd.

The pitching session created a platform where innovation met experience, entrepreneurship met opportunity, and ideas met the ecosystem.

STARTUP EXHIBITION & NETWORKING — IDEAS MEET OPPORTUNITIES

The programme then moved into an engaging Startup Exhibition and Networking Session, providing startups and stakeholders an opportunity to showcase their work, interact with ecosystem partners and explore possibilities for collaboration, mentorship, technology adoption, market linkages and future growth.

The session also included participant feedback and experience sharing lead by Muthu Krishna M Program Coordinator, MANAGE -CIA, followed by the Vote of Thanks by Dr. Nivedha C K, Program Coordinator, MANAGE-FISHub.

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12/10/2026

🌱🚀 AGRI-STARTUP STAKEHOLDERS CONNECT @ ASSAM 2026 🚀🌱

“Fostering Collaboration and Partnerships”
A powerful day of innovation, entrepreneurship, technology, agriculture and collaboration unfolded at Guwahati Biotech Park (GBP), Assam, on 06 October 2026, as the Agri-Startup Stakeholders Connect, Assam brought together leading institutions, policymakers, academicians, entrepreneurs, startups, farmers and ecosystem enablers under one vibrant platform.

MANAGE-Centre for Innovation and Agripreneurship (MANAGE-CIA), Hyderabad and Guwahati Biotech Park (GBP), Government of Assam, Organized the event for knowledge exchange, startup showcasing, networking, experience sharing and entrepreneurial pitching.

The program started with the welcome address by Dr. Bula Choudhury
Senior Scientist, GBP & PI-BICFA. The inaugural session witnessed the presence of eminent dignitaries:

🔹 Dr. Saravanan Raj
Director (Agricultural Extension) & CEO, MANAGE-CIA, MANAGE, Hyderabad

🔹 Shri Deba Kumar Mishra, ACS
District Commissioner, Kamrup & Chief Executive Officer, Guwahati Biotech Park

🔹 Shri G Ramesh Kumar, Chief General Manager, NABARD, Guwahati

🔹 Dr. Dipjyoti Rajkhowa
Vice Chancellor, Assam Agricultural University — Chief Guest & Presidential Speaker

Their presence underscored the growing importance of innovation-led agriculture, agripreneurship and startup-driven transformation in Assam and the Northeast.

The programme also featured insightful contributions from:

🔹 Dr. Goutam Das
In-charge, NIFTEM – Regional Centre, Guwahati

🔹 Shri Abinash Kumar
Assistant Manager & Nodal Officer, NRDC, North East Cell, Guwahati

Together, the speakers highlighted the importance of strengthening the bridge between research, technology, innovation, entrepreneurship and market-oriented agriculture.

The Technical Session brought inspiring voices from the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Their journeys demonstrated how local challenges, indigenous resources, innovation and entrepreneurial vision can be transformed into meaningful enterprises and livelihood opportunities.

🔥 STARTUP SHOWCASE | NETWORKING | PRODUCT DISPLAY

One of the major highlights was the Startup Exhibition and Networking Session, featuring:

✨ Startup Showcase
✨ Product Display
✨ Exhibition Stalls
✨ Stakeholder Interactions
✨ Entrepreneur–Institution Networking

The session provided startups and ecosystem stakeholders an opportunity to connect, collaborate and explore new pathways for growth.

🚀 THE PITCHING ARENA

The afternoon witnessed an energetic Startup Idea Pitching Session, where startups presented their innovative ideas before stakeholders and ecosystem representatives.

From problem identification to technology, business models and scalability, the pitching platform gave emerging entrepreneurs an opportunity to place their ideas at the centre of the innovation ecosystem.

🎓 Valedictory Session

The valedictory session was anchored by:

🔹 Dr. Rajiv Chandra Dev Goswami
Research Associate & Co-PI, BICFA, Guwahati Biotech Park

followed by remarks from:

🔹 Dr. Bula Choudhury
Senior Scientist & PI-BICFA, Guwahati Biotech Park

The Valedictory Address was delivered by Dr. Saravanan Raj, Director (Agricultural Extension) & CEO, MANAGE-CIA, while Mr. Muthu Krishnan M — Program Coordinator, proposed the Vote of Thanks.

Guwahati Biotech Park × MANAGE-CIA
Fostering Collaboration. Nurturing Innovation. Empowering Agripreneurs. Building the Future of Agriculture.

12/10/2026

🌱 Strengthening the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in North-East India
We are pleased to share that Dr. Bula Choudhury, Senior Scientist, GBP, participated as a Panelist in the panel discussion on “Building an Ecosystem for Entrepreneurial Growth in North-East India”, organized by the Assam Institute of Management (AIM) in association with The Guwahati Initiative.

The discussion brought together distinguished academicians, policymakers, entrepreneurs, industry professionals and ecosystem stakeholders to deliberate on strengthening the enabling environment for entrepreneurship, innovation, startups and sustainable enterprise development in the North-Eastern Region.

Dr. Bula Choudhury contributed to the discussion by sharing perspectives from the startups involved in the R & D sectors at GBP specially, Primogen Biotech, AGT Bioscoences, Dr Dipankar Labs and others, She also highlighed the importance of stronger linkages among academic institutions, research organizations, incubators, startups, industry and government for nurturing emerging entrepreneurs and translating ideas into impactful ventures.

The panel was moderated by Prof. Ashutosh Sarkar, Professor, Decision Sciences and Operations Management, IIM Kozhikode and President, The Guwahati Initiative. Special session was the startup interactive sessions, in presence of Himanshu Barman, Dr Nandini Borah, MD Kalpavriskha Future Workd Pvt Ltd., Shekib Ahmed, CEO, Kaamchor Solutions, Jesu Neelkamal Borah, Dr Sriparna B Baruah, Startup Mentor, Dr Latasri Hazarika from IIM Calcutta and others.

A timely action of AIM to bring together all in the small platform forwards sustainable enterprise development in the region.

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06/10/2026

🌱 8th Training Programme on Plant Tissue Culture (PTC) at Guwahati Biotech Park, Assam 🌱

A one-day training programme on Plant Tissue Culture Techniques (PTC) (8th edition) was successfully conducted on 30 September 2026, at the Micro-Propagation Facility of GBP.

The programme aimed to enhance participants’ understanding of plant tissue culture techniques, laboratory practices, micropropagation facilities, and the potential of biotechnology in agriculture and entrepreneurship.

🔬 Key Sessions and Activities:

🌿 Theory Session I – Fundamentals of Plant Tissue Culture: Dr. Bula Choudhury, Senior Scientist, Guwahati Biotech Park, delivered a talk on the principles, history, totipotency, types, and applications of plant tissue culture. The session also highlighted agri-entrepreneurship in Assam, with emphasis on the potential of biotechnology-based enterprises to create livelihood opportunities, promote innovation, and strengthen the state's agricultural sector.

🧪 Theory Session II – Plant Tissue Culture Instruments and Laboratory Safety: Dr. Rajiv Ch. Dev Goswami, Research Associate, GBP, discussed plant tissue culture instruments, laboratory safety protocols, and the advanced analytical facilities available at Guwahati Biotech Park.

🏢 Demonstration and Facility Tour: Participants visited the GBP micropropagation laboratory, culture room, and instrumentation facility to gain practical exposure to the infrastructure and facilities required for plant tissue culture.

🌱 Practical Session I – In-vitro Culture Techniques: Under the guidance of Ms. Lanu Ajung Pongen, PhD Research Scholar, USTM, Meghalaya and MS Nilofar Yasmin, Project Fellow, SSc, GBP, participants received hands-on exposure to:
• Familiarisation with laboratory instruments
• Sterilization techniques
• Explant preparation
• Culture media preparation

🌿 Practical Session II – Plant Tissue Culture Techniques: Participants learned about hands on inoculation and culture, in-vitro culture establishment, subculturing, and essential plant tissue culture procedures under aseptic conditions.

💬 Interactive Discussion and Certificate Distribution: The programme concluded with an open discussion, review of the sessions, and clarification of participants’ queries, followed by certificate distribution.

The training highlighted the importance of PTC in rapid multiplication of quality planting materials, production of disease-free plants, conservation of valuable plant varieties, and development of commercial micropropagation enterprises.

01/10/2026

🎣 Empowering the Next Generation of Fisheries Entrepreneurs! 🌱

The MANAGE-FISHHub’s Aqua Yuva – Fisheries Entrepreneurship Development Programme (FEDP) is coming to Guwahati Biotech Park (GBP) on 8–9th October 2026.

Organised by the National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad, through MANAGE-FISHHub, in collaboration with GBP with its BICFA wing, the two-day programme is designed to provide entrepreneurship orientation to fisheries students and inspire them to explore opportunities in the fisheries and aquaculture sector.

The programme will bring together young minds to learn about entrepreneurship, innovation, business opportunities and the evolving fisheries startup ecosystem, while gaining exposure to the facilities and incubation ecosystem at GBP.

📍 Venue: BICFA, Guwahati Biotech Park (GBP), Guwahati, Assam

📅 Date: 8–9th October, 2026

Who can attend: UG/PG/PhD students

Registration fee: Rs500/-

Registration link: https://forms.gle/8e2akG6UqUpQRizF7

Building knowledge. Inspiring innovation. Creating the next generation of fisheries entrepreneurs.** 🐟💡🚀

Address

Technology Incubation Centre, Near SP Office
Guwahati
781031

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm

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http://www.guwahatibiotechpark.com/

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