“Ab yeh mithai bechnewaale degree bechenge? These were the jibes we were subjected to when we expressed an interest in establishing our University… My father ran a sweet shop and was the one who invented ‘motichoor laddoo’. I’d also go to the shop to help, but growing up, I diversified into an Automobile dealership… And when the thought of ‘what next’ came to mind, I thought of establishing a private professional higher education University in Punjab… Since there was no precedent, we had to fight hard, we even tried to pass a bill in the Assembly, but we were opposed vehemently… But eventually, the bill got the CM’s support—that’s how LPU came into being!”

Ashok Kumar Mittal, Chancellor of Lovely Professional University, is a visionary who has carved a remarkable path in the education sector. From his humble beginnings in a family where his father ran a ‘halwai ki dukaan’ to becoming a pivotal figure in higher education, Mittal's story is inspiring. It showcases his unwavering commitment to transforming education in India.

In this exclusive interview, Ashok Kumar Mittal gives us insights into the business of education as well as his journey to getting there. He shared his perspective on the evolving landscape of the education sector and spoke about the significance of career-readiness for today's students. He also shared insights on comparative views on the Indian and foreign education systems and his thoughts on the New Education Policy!

This episode is a must-watch, whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or someone looking for a dose of inspiration… Do not miss it!

We also spoke about:
. Integration of technology in education
. His foray from law to education
. Exchanging notes with his entrepreneur son
. His advice to youth regarding Stress management
. What does the future classroom in India look like?

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TIME STAMPS:
00:00- Precap
01:36- Welcome
01:57- What does India’s education sector lack?
03:33- What’s changed in the education sector?
04:47- How can students stand out?
07:27- How impactful is technology in education?
09:15- How important is the integration of tech in education?
09:53- Indian education system vs. Foreign education system
11:28- Real-life learning
12:56- Parameters for granting admission to students at LPU
14:52- Big No-No for students seeking admission at LPU
15:41- How the Lovely Group was established
17:52- How his father established Lovely Sweets
18:35- The invention of ‘motichoor laddoo’
19:42- The foray into an automobile dealership
21:24- How he forayed into education
22:38- How the ‘Lovely’ brand name helped
23:51- Challenges of building the Lovely Professional University
27:07- Lessons he learnt from his dad
27:37- Exchanging notes with his entrepreneur son, Pratham
29:24- Exceptional LPU students
31:17- Holistic development of students
32:14- LPU students at the global level in sports
34:16- His thoughts on the National Education Policy
35:40- Advice to youth on stress management
37:37- What would Ashok Mittal pick?
39:16- What does the future classroom in India look like?
40:25- What would Ashok Mittal like to be known as?
41:12- Advice to the youth
42:22- Thank you

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