riidl

riidl (an initiative of Somaiya Vidyavihar) is a Startup Incubator backed by DST&DBT, Gov. of India. We help exceptional teams to accelerate their ideas.

riidl is a Fablab (Digital Fabrication Laboratory) and a Technology Business Incubator supported by Somaiya Vidyavihar and Department of Science & Technology, Government of India.

19/06/2026

Meet Rajeshwar Dhavala, COO & Co-Founder of Konkuwan Herbs Pvt. Ltd., as he shares the journey behind building a venture that restores ecosystems and creates sustainable livelihoods through herbal farming.

From identifying a critical challenge to driving meaningful impact, discover how Konkuwan is creating change through sustainable agriculture and value addition.

Watch this inspiring founder story and stay tuned for more journeys from SoilBox!

15/06/2026

In this episode of , Priyanshu Chauhan, Founder of Beyond Bound, shares a challenge he’s currently trying to solve.

About Beyond Bound:
India has over 10 crore people living with diabetes, and millions more are actively trying to improve their everyday lifestyle habits before health problems become serious.

Beyond Bound is building lifestyle products that help people better manage their blood sugar, metabolism, energy, and overall health through simple everyday routines.

Now the question is, how do brands with limited budgets find creators who can genuinely talk about these products, educate people, and build trust with their audience?

13/06/2026

In this episode of , Mohammed Jabir, Founder of Tailors2U, shares a challenge he’s currently trying to solve.

About Tailors2U:
India has over 5 lakh tailor shops, and for millions of families, the local tailor remains the go-to person for alterations, custom fits, and occasion wear.

Tailors2U is bringing tailoring to your doorstep. Book an appointment on the app, a Tailors2U representative visits your home for measurements and fabric selection, and your outfit is stitched by expert tailors and delivered back to your home within 48 hours.

Would you rather... 😂

Join a startup,
ya fir dost ko bolna, “Bhai mast idea hai, all the best!”

11/06/2026

In this episode of , Aashlesh Kaushal, Founder of NexKirana, shares a challenge he’s currently trying to solve.

About NexKirana:
India has over 1.3 crore kirana stores, and for millions of families, these neighbourhood stores remain the first choice for everyday shopping.

NexKirana is helping kirana stores go digital, making it easier for customers to discover nearby stores, access better shopping experiences, and stay connected with the stores they already trust.

Now the question is, what would make you open a kirana shopping app again and again?

10/06/2026

What if water could power your ride? 💧🏍️

Meet the founders turning a bold idea into sustainable mobility with their onboard hydrogen bike innovation.

Built on innovation. Driven by purpose. Fuelled by water.

09/06/2026

Exploring the future of AI, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

We were delighted to host Raghav Gupta, Head of Education (India & Asia Pacific) at OpenAI, along with the OpenAI India team at riidl Somaiya Vidyavihar University.

The session brought together founders, researchers, and innovators for insightful discussions on AI's growing impact across education, research, and startups—highlighting the importance of understanding real-world problems before building solutions.

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08/06/2026

Innovation in agriculture doesn't begin in boardrooms—it begins in the fields.

Through the SoilBox Summit, founders stepped beyond presentations and into the heart of agriculture, engaging directly with farmers, visiting fields, understanding on-ground challenges, and exchanging insights with fellow innovators, investors, and ecosystem builders.

From field visits and meaningful conversations to new collaborations and shared learning, this gathering was a reminder that the future of agriculture will be built together.

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30/05/2026

Great ideas grow faster when founders learn, connect, and collaborate.

We were delighted to host an engaging knowledge-sharing session with Mr. Vipul Mehta on the fundamentals of Term Sheets & Founders' Agreements, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, incubators, and startup enablers under one roof.

Here's to building stronger startups through meaningful conversations and shared learning.

19/05/2026

Build. Explore. Innovate. 🤖✨

Join the Humanoid Robotics Research Group at riidl Somaiya Vidyavihar University and work on cutting-edge humanoid robots that perceive, learn, and move in the real world.

What you’ll do:
🔹 Design & build humanoid robots
🔹 Work on AI, perception & control
🔹 Simulate, test & deploy real-world behaviors
🔹 Collaborate across disciplines

Why join?
🔹 Hands-on research with real humanoids
🔹 Access to labs, tools & mentorship
🔹 Opportunities to compete & collaborate globally
🔹 Build skills. Build impact. Build the future. 🚀

Apply now — link in bio.

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