Innovation is not just about technology – it’s about people who dare to think differently, challenge assumptions, and create meaningful change. That spirit came alive at R.I.D.E 2025, MIT World Peace University’s flagship innovation conclave, where Jigyasa Kumari, CEO & Co-founder of Miracify, was invited as a Mentor and Guest Speaker.
R.I.D.E (Research, Innovation, Design & Entrepreneurship) has become one of India’s most dynamic platforms for young changemakers, startups, and thought leaders to reimagine the Future of Work. The event brought together thousands of bright students, entrepreneurs, and mentors – all united by one mission: to turn ideas into impact.
A Homecoming That Sparked Reflection
For Jigyasa, being back on the MIT-WPU campus wasn’t just an event appearance but a meaningful homecoming. Addressing the room filled with students, she began with a sense of nostalgia, recalling her own days at the university and the excitement, curiosity, and uncertainty that comes with being at the start of one’s journey. Rather than delivering a lecture, she shared stories, insights, and honest reflections from her entrepreneurial experience – highlighting not just the successes, but also the lessons learned along the way.
Rethinking Entrepreneurship and Innovation
In her talk, Jigyasa focused on breaking one of the biggest myths of modern entrepreneurship – that it begins with a great idea or a breakthrough technology.
“Entrepreneurship doesn’t start with an app or a product,” she shared. “It starts with a problem – and the courage to solve it. The real innovation lies in identifying a human need and building something that makes life better.”
Through relatable examples like Uber and Ola, she explained how these companies succeeded not just because of their technology, but because they redefined how people solved everyday problems.
She encouraged students to see innovation as a mindset rather than a skill or a process that begins with empathy, observation, and persistence. This problem-first philosophy is deeply rooted in Miracify’s own approach to innovation, where every solution starts by understanding real-world challenges and designing with purpose.
Inspiring the Future of Work
Jigyasa also spoke about the evolving nature of work – how industries are being reshaped by technology, AI, and human-centered design. She emphasized that the future will belong to those who can combine creativity with critical thinking, and innovation with integrity.
Her session delved into themes of purpose-driven entrepreneurship, resilience, and collaborative innovation, leaving students inspired to think beyond conventional paths.
“The students’ energy and curiosity were truly inspiring,” Jigyasa shared after her session. “Interacting with them felt like witnessing the future of innovation unfold right in front of me.”
Miracify’s Commitment to Purposeful Innovation
At Miracify, we believe that true innovation doesn’t stop at ideas – it begins with implementation and impact. The R.I.D.E 2025 conclave perfectly aligned with this philosophy by giving young innovators the opportunity to connect research, design, and entrepreneurship into actionable outcomes.
Through Jigyasa’s participation as a mentor, Miracify reinforced its commitment to supporting ecosystems that nurture learning, experimentation, and meaningful creation. These platforms play a vital role in shaping the leaders and builders of tomorrow – and Miracify is proud to contribute to that movement.
Building Bridges Between Academia and Industry
As part of Miracify’s broader vision, we continue to explore opportunities to collaborate with universities and innovation-driven institutions like MIT-WPU. These collaborations aim to:
- Foster innovation-led learning, by guiding students to identify real-world problems and design feasible solutions.
- Offer mentorship and internships that blend business strategy with technological innovation.
- Co-create projects that address pressing social and business challenges using technology and design thinking.
Our goal is to ensure that innovation is not just discussed in classrooms – it is practiced, tested, and scaled to make tangible impact.
Looking Ahead: Innovation with Purpose
As R.I.D.E 2025 concluded, one message resonated deeply across the auditorium that innovation is not about disruption for its own sake; it’s about creating solutions that make life better for people and communities.
“An app doesn’t make you an entrepreneur,” Jigyasa concluded. “Solving problems does. The size of your success will always be equal to the size of the problem you’re brave enough to solve.”
At Miracify, we stand for innovation that blends purpose with progress – transforming ideas into meaningful change. R.I.D.E 2025 was a powerful reminder that the next generation of innovators is ready and together, we can shape a more thoughtful, inclusive, and impactful future of work.
Learn more about how Miracify is building innovation with purpose.
