The prestigious 'INSPIRE Awards - MANAK' two days mentoring workshop from 22-23 June 2023, organized under the Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) scheme, concluded at the prestigious MIIC (MNIT Innovation and Incubation Center). The workshop, spearheaded by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, in collaboration with the National Innovation Foundation – India (NIF), aims to inspire and motivate students aged 10-15 years, studying in classes 6 to 10. The distinguished Chief Guest Prof. Gunwant Sharma Dean of Research & Consultancy MNIT Jaipur and Guest of Honor, Mr. Dhanpat Raj Dhariwal, graced the occasion, highlighting the significance of fostering a culture of creativity and innovative thinking among school children. With an objective to generate original ideas and innovations with scientific and societal applications, the workshop ignited the passion for innovation among the young minds of India. The two days’ workshop concluded with sessions on the concept of design thinking, Protection of IPR Nurturing ideas into entrepreneurship along with a brainstorming session on problem statements