"Finally, after long deliberations and brainstorming and after careful evaluation of different trends, we concluded that we can bank on the young minds with innovative ideas to write a different story and the YES is the manifestation of that."

Government's ultimate aim is to make Kerala the preferred destination for start-up businessmen and women in the near future. "Already, we are there. But we want to take the step forward to put Kerala on the top of country's industrial map," he said.

Kunahlikutty said: "Yes, we can do it and we will do it. In this effort the entire state government machinery will be with you."

In an overview of the summit, Aruna Sundararajan, Additional Chief Secretary and managing director KSIDC, said the meet would act as a 'springboard' to achieve the dream of youth to build successful and vibrant enterprises.

"We are quite positive that this meet will act as a springboard to translate your dreams into reality. On our part, the government will offer 360 degree support covering all aspects to build a successful enterprise," she added.

Over 2,500 aspiring and successful entrepreneurs, innovators and young prospective investors from various educational institutions are attending the summit, which will be addressed by Chief Minister Oommen Chandy.

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