Women Entrepreneurs Showcase Innovations at TiECON Chandigarh 2026
Women entrepreneurs take centre stage at TiECON day 2
Hindustan Times
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At TiECON Chandigarh 2026, women entrepreneurs highlighted their groundbreaking contributions, including AI-powered patent intelligence and healthcare innovations. Notable figures like Komal Sharma Talwar, Sheenu Jhawar, and Madhu Chitkara shared their journeys, emphasizing the importance of equal opportunities and the gradual breaking of the glass ceiling in their respective fields.
- 01Komal Sharma Talwar founded a globally recognized IP consulting firm and developed AI-powered patent intelligence software.
- 02Sheenu Jhawar transformed her family's healthcare business, overseeing a chain of hospitals in tier 2 and tier 3 cities.
- 03Madhu Chitkara established Chitkara University, overcoming significant challenges in a male-dominated environment.
- 04The event showcased the need for equal opportunities for women in business.
- 05All three entrepreneurs emphasized resilience and innovation in their journeys.
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TiECON Chandigarh 2026 served as a platform for women entrepreneurs to demonstrate their innovative contributions across various sectors. Komal Sharma Talwar, founder of TT Consultants and XLSCOUT, started her career in the niche field of intellectual property with just ₹1,500 and her mother's ₹1 lakh investment. She has since built a globally awarded firm and developed AI-powered patent intelligence software used by Fortune 500 companies. Sheenu Jhawar, director of Apex Hospitals, manages a chain of seven multi-specialty hospitals in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, focusing on process automation to improve patient care. Lastly, Madhu Chitkara, who founded Chitkara University, navigated the complexities of establishing a private university in Punjab, growing it to have 225 international collaborations. These women not only lead in their fields but also advocate for equal opportunities, highlighting the ongoing challenges women face in business.
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The success of these women entrepreneurs can inspire aspiring female business leaders and promote the importance of innovation and resilience in traditionally male-dominated industries.
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