Rising Stars: BanaSilk’s Triumph at Battle of Minds 2023

Introducing BanaSilk, the rising stars who’ve clinched the 2nd runner-up spot at Pakistan’s prestigious Battle of Minds 2023 competition! Their game-changing idea was transforming discarded banana trunks into sustainable, premium quality yarn, charting a path toward an eco-friendly textile industry. With a dash of innovation and a heap of passion, the talented students of NUST College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (CEME) drive BanaSilk’s mission to upcycle waste into wealth. What’s even more thrilling is BanaSilk has been offered the coveted incubation under the National Expansion Plan of NICs, setting the stage for their incredible journey in sustainable innovation.