Short Update
UP Rise 2026 draws over 1,000 students
More than 1,000 students took part in UP Rise 2026 at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University. The event encouraged youth to build startups rather than seek jobs.
Students presented over 20 startup concepts, and 15 were shortlisted for evaluation.
Team Green Grow Organic Farming from Kushinagar won first place and ₹25,000. Portable Cremation System came second; it was made to cut wood use by up to 30%.