VIDHWATA – 2025 VIDHWATA – 2025

PM–USHA SPONSORED TWO-DAY NATIONAL SEMINAR ON “STARTUP ECOSYSTEMS AND DIGITAL SKILLS FOR EMPOWERING RURAL YOUTH”

21.01.2026 & 22.01.2026

Governamnet Degree College ,Kuppam

SEMINAR CONVENER- V.NARAYANA MURTHY, PRINCIPAL,(FAC) GDC,KUPPAM

SEMINAR CO-CONVENER DR. C. RAJYA LAKSHMI, HEAD, DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH, GDC,KUPPAM

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Index of Research Papers

S.No Title Author Page Nos.
1Startups Ecosystems and Digital Skills for Empowering Rural YouthA.M. Narendra Kumar01–05
2Innovation and Idea Generation for StudentsMrs. B. Salemma06–09
3Skill Development for Student Entrepreneurs: A Study on Entrepreneurial Readiness and Venture SustainabilityDr. D. Chandra Purna10–14
4Digital Entrepreneurship as a Pathway to Rural Youth EmpowermentDr. Dalavai Sreenivasulu15–20
5Women Entrepreneurs in India: Its Role and ChallengesDr. D. Lavanya Kumari21–27
6Mathematical Perspectives on Startup Ecosystems and Digital SkillsDr. K. Madhavi28–30
7Inclusive Growth Through Women EntrepreneurshipDr. K. Ramanamma31–35
821st Century Communication Skills for Young EntrepreneursV. Narayana Moorthy36–41
9Skill and Entrepreneurship Development for Rural Youth in IndiaDr. K. Sekhara42–50
10Integrating Digital Skills and Financial Inclusion for Sustainable Rural Start-upsDr. R. Sivakumar et al.51–58
11Digital Entrepreneurship and Technology Integration in IndiaDr. B. Umamaheswari & Dr. S. Haribabu59–65
12Education, Skill Development and Employment Opportunities in IndiaDr. M. Raghava Reddy66–72
13Women’s Empowerment in the Global EraDr. Rukmani Mallepu73–82
14Transforming Lives: Rural Youth Empowerment Case StudiesDr. T. Suneetha83–98
15Women Entrepreneurs and Inclusivity: Pathways and BarriersSarvani Hajeera Khanum99–104
16Entrepreneurial Success in India: Case StudiesT. Jayaram & Dr. R. Venkatesh Babu105–109
17Access to Finance for Emerging EntrepreneursK. Mujakar & Team110–116
18Collateral-Free Loans on Women Entrepreneurs in MSMEsKrishnaveni Balamuri117–123
19Emerging Sectors in India’s Startup EcosystemT. Likhita & Dr. M. Thirunarayana Samy124–130
20School Level Innovation Initiatives and Digital Skills in Andhra PradeshMaganti Jagadeesh131–137
21Status of Women Entrepreneurs in Kuppam Revenue DivisionM. K. Sreenivasulu & Dr. K. V. Chidambaram138–146
22Digital Entrepreneurship and Technology ConvergenceV. Ramappa et al.147–154
23Innovation and Idea Generation among College StudentsC. Sumalatha155–160
24Strengthening India’s Start-up Ecosystem through Digital SkillsDr. A. Nagaraju161–169
25Women Entrepreneurship and InclusivityDr. P. Gayathri170–173
26From Villages to Virtual JobsP. Sunitha et al.174–184
27Social Entrepreneurship and SDGsDr. K. Pattabhiramaiah & Dr. L. Narayana Swamy185–192
28Skill Development Frameworks for StudentsDr. J. Ramadevi & Dr. K. Ushasri193–202
29Women Entrepreneurship and Equitable DevelopmentDr. S. Rushma & Dr. S. Sreelakshmi203–205
30Evolution of Social EntrepreneurshipDr. M. Sandhyarani206–215
31Start-up India: Initiatives and ChallengesDr. T. Vinila216–221
32Skill Development for Student EntrepreneursDr. G. Tirumalaiah222–224
33Role of Women Entrepreneurs in Indian EconomyDr. V. Masulamani225–231
34Digital Transformation in EntrepreneurshipV. Swarnalatha & Prof. M. Venkateswarlu232–239
35Digital Entrepreneurship and Technology IntegrationY. Devendra Reddy240–244
36Regulatory and Ethical Dimensions of Start-upsSmt. Yasmeen245–256
37Communication Skills for Upcoming EntrepreneursDr. C. Rajya Lakshmi257–262
38The Power of Communication for Young EntrepreneursSmt. K. Namratha263–271
39Startup Ecosystems and Digital Skills for Viksit Bharat 2047Dr. R. Venkatesh Babu & T. Jayaram272–277
40Strengthening Women Entrepreneurship for Inclusive GrowthDr. N. Surekha et al.278–291
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PAPER 01
Startups Ecosystems and Digital Skills for Empowering Rural Youth
A.M. Narendra Kumar
Lecturer in Commerce,
Smt. NPS Government Degree College (W),
Chittoor – Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 01–05
PAPER 02
Innovation and Idea Generation for Students
Mrs. B. Salemma
Lecturer in Commerce,
B.T. Government Degree College,
Madanapalle – Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 06–09
PAPER 03
Skill Development for Student Entrepreneurs: A Study on Entrepreneurial Readiness and Venture Sustainability
Dr. D. Chandra Purna
Lecturer in Commerce,
Visvodaya Government Degree College,
Venkatagiri, Tirupati District, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 10–14
PAPER 04
DIGITAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AS A PATHWAY TO RURAL YOUTH EMPOWERMENT: Integrating Start-Up Ecosystems and Technology Skills in India
Dr. Dalavai Sreenivasulu
Lecturer in Commerce,
Silver Jubilee Government College,
Cluster University, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 15–20
PAPER 05
WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS IN INDIA: Its Role and Challenges
Dr. D. Lavanya Kumari
Lecturer in Economics,
Dr. Y.S.R. Government Degree College,
Vedurukuppam, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 21–27
PAPER 06
Mathematical Perspectives on Startup Ecosystems and Digital Skills for Empowering Rural Youth
Dr. K. Madhavi
Lecturer, Department of Mathematics,
Government Degree College,
Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 28–30
PAPER 07
Inclusive Growth Through Women Entrepreneurship
Dr. K. Ramanamma
Lecturer in Commerce,
Government Degree College,
Pakala, Tirupati District, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 31–35
PAPER 08
21st Century Communication Skills for Young Entrepreneurs
V. Narayana Moorthy
Lecturer in English,
Government Degree College,
Kuppam

File: 8.V.%20Narayana%20Moorthy(36-41).pdf
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Pages: 36–41
PAPER 09
Skill and Entrepreneurship Development for Rural Youth in India
Dr. K. Sekhara
Lecturer in Economics,
S.G. Government Degree College,
Piler, Annamayya District,
Andhra Pradesh, India
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Pages: 42–50
PAPER 10
Integrating Digital Skills and Financial Inclusion for Sustainable Rural Start-ups
Dr. R. Sivakumar
Faculty of Management,
School of Commerce & Management,
Dravidian University, Kuppam – 517425, Andhra Pradesh

Ms. G. Moksha
MBA Student,
School of Commerce & Management,
Dravidian University, Kuppam – 517425, Andhra Pradesh

Mr. V. Manohar
MBA Student,
School of Commerce & Management,
Dravidian University, Kuppam – 517425, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 51–58
PAPER 11
Digital Entrepreneurship and Technology Integration in India
Dr. B. Umamaheswari
HOD, Department of Commerce,
S.G.S Arts College (Autonomous), TTD,
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh

Dr. Siddarapu Haribabu
Lecturer in Commerce,
S.G.S Arts College (Autonomous), TTD,
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 59–65
PAPER 12
A Study on Education, Skill Development and Employment Opportunities in India
Dr. M. Raghava Reddy
Lecturer in Economics,
B.T. Government Degree College,
Madanapalle, Annamayya District,
Andhra Pradesh, India
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Pages: 66–72
PAPER 13
An Analytical Study of Women’s Empowerment in the Global Era
Dr. Rukmani Mallepu
Associate Professor & Head,
Department of Economics,
S.V.C.R. Government Degree College,
Palamaner, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 73–82
PAPER 14
Transforming Lives: Success Stories and Case Studies of Rural Youth Empowerment
Dr. T. Suneetha
Lecturer in Commerce,
SPW Degree & PG College,
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 83–98
PAPER 15
Women Entrepreneurs and Inclusivity: Pathways, Barriers, and Strategies for an Inclusive Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
Sarvani Hajeera Khanum
Lecturer in History (UM),
Government Degree College (W),
Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 99–104
PAPER 16
Entrepreneurial Success in India: Case Studies of Leading Indian Entrepreneurs
T. Jayaram
Guest Faculty in Commerce,
SVCR Government Degree College,
Palamaner, Andhra Pradesh

Dr. R. Venkatesh Babu
Lecturer in Commerce,
SVCR Government Degree College,
Palamaner, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 105–109
PAPER 17
Access to Finance for Emerging Entrepreneurs: Funding Pathways and Challenges in Establishing New Enterprises
K. Mujakar

Dr. P. Jeevan Jyoti

R. Balakrishna

A. Nirosha
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Pages: 110–116
PAPER 18
Impact of Collateral-Free Loans on Women Entrepreneurs in MSMEs: A Study with Special Reference to Andhra Pradesh and Kurnool District
Krishnaveni Balamuri
Lecturer in Commerce,
KVR Government College for Women,
Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh

Rama Mohan Panyam
Policy and Research Advisor (MSME Development and Financial Inclusion),
Andhra Pradesh, India
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Pages: 117–123
PAPER 19
Navigating the Frontier: Emerging Sectors in India's Startup Ecosystem
T. Likhita
MBA, M.Com, AP-SET,
Research Scholar (Part-Time),
Department of Commerce,
Annamalai University,
Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu

Dr. M. Thirunarayana Samy
M.Com, M.Phil, Ph.D,
Associate Professor of Commerce (Deputed),
Annamalai University,
Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
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Pages: 124–130
PAPER 20
School Level Innovation Initiatives and Digital Skills in Andhra Pradesh: Opportunities and Outcomes
Maganti Jagadeesh
Research Scholar,
Department of Education,
Andhra University,
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 131–137
PAPER 21
Status of Women Entrepreneurs and Inclusivity in Kuppam Revenue Division, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh
Mr. M. K. Sreenivasulu
Lecturer in Commerce,
Department of Commerce,
Government Degree College, Kuppam
Research Scholar (Part-Time),
Department of Commerce,
Government Degree College for Men,
Kadapa (Affiliated to Yogi Vemana University)

Dr. K. V. Chidambaram
Lecturer in Commerce,
SVCR Government Degree College,
Palamaner, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 138–146
PAPER 22
Digital Entrepreneurship and Technology Convergence in Emerging Business Models
Mr. V. Ramappa
Faculty of Commerce,
School of Commerce & Management,
Dravidian University,
Kuppam – 517425, Andhra Pradesh

Ms. G. Revathi
B.Com Student,
School of Commerce & Management,
Dravidian University,
Kuppam – 517425, Andhra Pradesh

Mr. B. P. Subramanyam
Lecturer in Commerce,
Department of Commerce,
Government Degree College,
Kuppam – 517425, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 147–154
PAPER 23
Innovation and Idea Generation among College Students: An Empirical Study
Ms. C. Sumalatha
Assistant Professor,
Department of Commerce,
Kuppam Degree College,
Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 155–160
PAPER 24
Strengthening India’s Start-up Ecosystem through Digital Skills: Pathways for Empowering Rural Youth
Dr. A. Nagaraju
M.Com, Ph.D, SET
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Pages: 161–169
PAPER 25
Women Entrepreneurship and Inclusivity
Dr. P. Gayathri
Lecturer in Mathematics,
Government Degree College,
Puttur, Tirupati District,
Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 170–173
PAPER 26
From Villages to Virtual Jobs: India’s Rural Youth and the Digital Skills Boom
P. Sunitha
Research Scholar,
Department of Commerce,
Sri Krishnadevaraya University,
Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh

Dr. S. Jayasree
Assistant Professor,
Department of Commerce,
SPW Degree & PG College,
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh

Dr. Damodhar
Academic Consultant,
Department of Commerce,
Sri Venkateswara University,
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 174–184
PAPER 27
Social Entrepreneurship: A Catalyst for Sustainable Development Goals
Dr. K. Pattabhiramaiah
MA, M.Phil, Ph.D,
Principal,
Department of Economics,
Aditya Degree & PG College,
Nellore, Andhra Pradesh

Dr. L. Narayana Swamy
MBA, M.Com, Ph.D,
Principal & Professor,
Department of Commerce,
MRR Government Arts & Science Degree College,
Udayagiri, Andhra Pradesh
📄 Read / Download
Pages: 185–192
PAPER 28
Skill Development Frameworks for Nurturing Entrepreneurial Mindsets among Students
Dr. J. Ramadevi
Assistant Professor of Commerce,
Department of Commerce,
Smt. NPS Government College for Women (Autonomous),
Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh

Dr. K. Ushasri
Principal,
Government Degree College,
Parvathipuram Manyam District,
Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 193–202
PAPER 29
Women Entrepreneurship and Inclusivity: A Path to Equitable Economic Development
Dr. S. Rushma
Lecturer in Mathematics,
Government Degree College,
Vedurukuppam, Chittoor District,
Andhra Pradesh

Dr. S. Sreelakshmi
Lecturer in Mathematics,
Government Degree College (W),
Hindupur, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 203–205
PAPER 30
Evolution of Social Entrepreneurship: A Global Historical Overview
Dr. M. Sandhyarani
Lecturer in History,
Smt. NPS Government College for Women (Autonomous),
Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 206–215
PAPER 31
Start-up India: Initiatives and Challenges
Dr. T. Vinila
Lecturer in Commerce,
Smt. NPS Government Degree College (W),
Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 216–221
PAPER 32
Skill Development for Student Entrepreneurs
Dr. G. Tirumalaiah
Lecturer in Commerce,
Government Degree College,
Puttur, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 222–224
PAPER 33
Role of Women Entrepreneurs in the Growth of the Indian Economy: A Study
Dr. V. Masulamani
Lecturer in Commerce,
Government Degree College,
Pakala, Tirupati District,
Andhra Pradesh
📄 Read / Download
Pages: 225–231
PAPER 34
Digital Transformation in Entrepreneurship: Trends and Opportunities
V. Swarnalatha
M.Com, SET,
Lecturer in Commerce & Research Scholar,
Department of Commerce,
Sri Venkateswara University,
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh

Prof. M. Venkateswarlu
M.Com, M.Phil, Ph.D,
Professor of Commerce,
Department of Commerce,
Sri Venkateswara University,
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
📄 Read / Download
Pages: 232–239
PAPER 35
Digital Entrepreneurship and Technology Integration: Transforming Business and Innovation with Reference to Indian Economy
Y. Devendra Reddy
Lecturer in Commerce,
B.T Government Degree College,
Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 240–244
PAPER 36
Regulatory, Legal and Ethical Dimensions of Start-up Ecosystems and Digital Skills for Empowering Rural Youth: An Overview
Smt. Yasmeen
Lecturer in Political Science (UM),
Government Degree College (W),
Madanapalle, Annamayya District,
Andhra Pradesh
📄 Read / Download
Pages: 245–256
PAPER 37
Communication Skills for Upcoming Entrepreneurs: A Statistical Analysis
Dr. C. Rajya Lakshmi
Lecturer in English,
Government Degree College,
Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh
📄 Read / Download
Pages: 257–262
PAPER 38
The Power of Communication for Young Entrepreneurs
Smt. K. Namratha
Lecturer in English,
Government Degree College,
Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh
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Pages: 263–271
PAPER 39
Startup Ecosystems and Digital Skills for Empowering Rural Youth: A Pathway to Viksit Bharat 2047
Dr. R. Venkatesh Babu
Lecturer in Commerce,
SVCR Government Degree College,
Palamaner, Andhra Pradesh

T. Jayaram
Guest Lecturer in Commerce,
SVCR Government Degree College,
Palamaner, Andhra Pradesh
📄 Read / Download
Pages: 272–277
PAPER 40
Strengthening Women Entrepreneurship for Inclusive and Sustainable Growth
Dr. N. Surekha
Faculty of Commerce, School of Commerce & Management,
Dravidian University, Kuppam - 517425, A.P.
Email: n.surekha2009@gmail.com

Ms. O. Lalitha
MBA Student, School of Commerce & Management,
Dravidian University, Kuppam - 517425, A.P.
Email: olalitha764@gmail.com

Mr. K. Yellappa
Lecturer in Commerce, Department of Commerce,
Govt Degree College, Kuppam - 517425, A.P.
Email: yaalu.dsp143@gmail.com
📄 Read / Download
Pages: 278–291
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