LCGEC – Intellectual Property and Innovation Council

Purpose: Protecting and Advancing Innovation

The Intellectual Property and Innovation Council is dedicated to helping businesses secure and leverage their intellectual property rights (IPR). By fostering awareness, expediting IP registration, and building partnerships with research and development institutions, this Council empowers businesses to innovate confidently and grow sustainably.

Our Vision

Fostering a Culture of Innovation

To establish Andheri as a thriving hub for intellectual property-driven business growth and innovation, supporting entrepreneurs and enterprises in protecting their creative assets.

Our Mission

Strengthening IP and Innovation Frameworks

Educate Businesses: Raise awareness about the importance of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other forms of intellectual property.
Streamline Registration Processes: Advocate for faster and more efficient IP registration systems to protect business innovations.
Promote R&D Collaboration: Build partnerships between businesses, academic institutions, and innovation hubs to foster groundbreaking advancements.

Subject Matter Expert Committee: Pioneers in IP and Innovation

The Intellectual Property and Innovation Committee includes:

Respected IP Attorneys with expertise in patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
Respected Innovation Leaders from startups and established enterprises.
Academic Researchers focused on commercializing inventions and technologies.
Policy Experts specializing in intellectual property laws and regulations.
Industry Representatives from sectors reliant on innovation, such as technology and media.

Engagement with Authorities: Advocating for Efficient Systems

Local-Level Engagement:

Collaborate with Honorable Leaders of innovation hubs and incubators in Andheri to foster a supportive ecosystem for startups and IP creators.

State-Level Collaboration:

Partner with Honorable Officials at the Maharashtra State Innovation Society (MSInS) to promote innovation and streamline state-level IP initiatives.

Central-Level Representation:

Liaise with Honorable Shubhra Singh, Controller General of IP India, and Honorable Anurag Jain, Secretary of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), to ensure faster IP approvals and robust protections.
Engage with the National Innovation Councils to secure resources and promote collaboration.

Council Convener: Championing Innovation

The Director of IP and Innovation Advocacy will:

Lead awareness campaigns and workshops on intellectual property.
Represent businesses in discussions with IP offices and innovation councils.
Drive partnerships between Andheri’s enterprises and R&D institutions.

Why this Council is Critical?

For Businesses: Safeguards innovations, encourages R&D investments, and builds competitive advantages.
For Residents: Creates job opportunities in high-growth, innovation-driven industries.
For Andheri’s Growth: Positions the suburb as a leader in intellectual property and innovation, attracting startups and global businesses.

Innovate and Protect with Confidence

Join the Intellectual Property and Innovation Council to safeguard your business ideas and lead the way in fostering Andheri’s innovation ecosystem. Become a Member Today and be part of a movement that transforms creativity into lasting impact!

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The is a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC) with a mission to establish Andheri as a key player in international economic collaboration, focusing on strategic partnerships with nations like USA, Europe, Australia, African Union, KSA, China, India, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and the UAE across vital sectors such as energy, technology, agriculture, and finance. Our goal is to integrate lessons from successful global economic models, adopting best practices to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth. We aim to enhance economic prosperity and diversification, contribute to societal progress, and promote sustainable economic practices. By leveraging Andheri’s unique position, strives to drive substantial economic growth, spur innovation, and solidify Andheri’s stature in the international economic arena, resonating with the government’s vision of a technologically advanced and interconnected economy.