Dolphin Tanki 5.0 will be held at NMIMS on March 20, where 36 entrepreneurs aged 16–20 will pitch business ideas for grants and mentorship. Organisers said the event offers ₹11 lakh funding without equity stakes, focusing on grassroots entrepreneurship. Participants include first-generation founders building ventures in baking, styling, photography and repair services.

A unique platform aimed at nurturing grassroots entrepreneurship among youth will be showcased at Dolphin Tanki 5.0, where 36 young entrepreneurs aged between 16 and 20 will pitch their business ideas for financial and mentorship support.

The event will be held at Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies ( NMIMS ) on March 20 between 2 pm and 5 pm, bringing together aspiring entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds who are building ventures ranging from baking and styling to photography and repair services.

Unlike conventional pitch events focused on equity investments, Dolphin Tanki 5.0 offers participants access to a grant pool of Rs 11 lakh along with mentorship opportunities designed to help transform their ideas into sustainable livelihoods.

“This platform is about giving young individuals a real chance to shape their future. These are not just business pitches, but stories of resilience, ambition, and self-reliance,” said an organisor.