Rawalpindi, Pakistan – December 5, 2025 — The inaugural Research and Innovation Pitch Fest is being successfully held jointly by Rawalpindi Women University and Fatima Jinnah Women University at Rawalpindi Women University, Rawalpindi, marking a major milestone in Pakistan’s innovation, research, and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
This landmark event has been carefully designed and conceptualized by Syed Aun Muhammad Hussain Shah, whose visionary leadership has introduced a powerful platform for students to present their innovative ideas, research projects, and technology-driven prototypes.
A National Platform for Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Research and Innovation Pitch Fest brings together talented students from various universities across Pakistan, providing them with a unique opportunity to pitch their ideas in front of academicians, industry experts, investors, and mentors. The event focuses on promoting:
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Student entrepreneurship in Pakistan
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Research commercialization
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Technology-based startups
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Youth-led innovation
This initiative reflects a strategic move toward building a knowledge-driven economy powered by young entrepreneurs.
Vision of Syed Aun Muhammad Hussain Shah
Speaking on the significance of the initiative, Syed Aun Muhammad Hussain Shah emphasized that Pakistan’s youth possess exceptional creative and entrepreneurial potential. The Pitch Fest aims to convert raw ideas into practical business solutions and scalable innovations for national and international markets.
He further highlighted that platforms like the Research and Innovation Pitch Fest Pakistan play a vital role in preparing students for global competition and the modern startup ecosystem.
Active Participation and Expert Evaluation
Students today are actively participating in live pitching sessions, where their ideas are being evaluated on the basis of:
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Innovation and originality
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Practical feasibility
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Market potential
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Social and economic impact
The event is also offering mentorship, networking opportunities, and startup guidance to aspiring entrepreneurs and researchers.
Future Expansion Across Pakistan
Organizers announced that the Research and Innovation Pitch Fest will be expanded to other universities and major cities across Pakistan in the near future. The goal is to establish this initiative as a national innovation movement connecting education with industry and entrepreneurship.
✅ Conclusion
The successful hosting of the Research and Innovation Pitch Fest at Rawalpindi Women University and Fatima Jinnah Women University today highlights Pakistan’s growing focus on student innovation, entrepreneurship, and research-led economic growth. This event is expected to open new doors for young innovators to transform their ideas into real-world ventures.
Glimpse of the Event
