Industrial visit to Punjab Biotechnology Incubator, Mohali

The Department of Biotechnology, Chandigarh Group of Colleges, organized an industrial visit to Punjab Biotechnology Incubator (PBTI), Sector 81, Mohali, on September 9, 2025, for the students of Biotechnology and Microbiology. The visit provided a unique platform to connect classroom learning with real-world innovations in biotechnology.

The program began with an insightful presentation by PBTI experts, who introduced students to the latest instrumentation and technologies driving the biotech industry. Students also explored the incubator’s world-class laboratories, NABL-accredited analytical services, infrastructure facilities, and innovation support programs, designed to nurture budding biotech enterprises.

During the tour, students witnessed cutting-edge labs, advanced research facilities, and entrepreneurial biotech ventures, gaining first-hand exposure to the applications of biotechnology in agriculture, food, environment, and healthcare. This practical experience enriched their understanding of how research translates into industry-ready solutions. The visit not only enhanced technical knowledge but also ignited inspiration—encouraging students to envision themselves as future researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs in the rapidly advancing biotech sector.

Overall, the industrial tour of PBTI was a transformative learning experience, reaffirming the critical role of biotechnology in addressing global challenges and highlighting the need for ecosystems that foster creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship.