Participants, mentors, and officials at the grand finale of the Smart India Hackathon 2024 commenced at IIT Tirupati on Wednesday. (Image: DC)
Tirupati: The grand finale of the Smart India Hackathon 2024, a prominent event in India’s technological and educational calendar, began on a high note at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Tirupati. This two-day software edition, which commenced on Wednesday, has garnered nationwide attention, bringing together 22 teams from across the country.
Each team, comprising six students and two mentors, is participating in a 36-hour coding marathon to solve challenges posed by the ministry of AYUSH. The event kicked off with an opening address by IIT Tirupati director Prof. K.N. Satyanarayana, who praised the participants' enthusiasm and emphasised the institute's commitment to fostering innovation. Dr. Renu Dixit, Principal of Sri Venkateswara Ayurvedic College, Tirupati, was the chief guest and spoke about the importance of blending traditional Ayurvedic knowledge with modern technology. She stated, "This integration of ancient wisdom and contemporary tools will pave the way for transformative solutions."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a special virtual address, motivating participants across all 51 hackathon centers in India. He highlighted the role of innovation and technology in shaping the nation’s future, saying, "Hackathons like this serve as a crucible for ideas that will propel India forward." Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan also addressed the gathering virtually. IIT Tirupati, one of the 51 nodal centers selected for the hackathon, is witnessing intense competition as teams work to solve real-world challenges in the AYUSH sector. The problems range from creating a secure portal for AYUSH startup registrations to designing interactive platforms for medicinal plants and automating annual report preparation for educational institutions. The solutions aim to bridge the gap between traditional practices and modern needs. Winners, announced on Thursday, will receive cash prizes and an opportunity to make a lasting impact on key sectors.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a special virtual address, motivating participants across all 51 hackathon centers in India. He highlighted the role of innovation and technology in shaping the nation’s future, saying, "Hackathons like this serve as a crucible for ideas that will propel India forward." Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan also addressed the gathering virtually. IIT Tirupati, one of the 51 nodal centers selected for the hackathon, is witnessing intense competition as teams work to solve real-world challenges in the AYUSH sector. The problems range from creating a secure portal for AYUSH startup registrations to designing interactive platforms for medicinal plants and automating annual report preparation for educational institutions. The solutions aim to bridge the gap between traditional practices and modern needs. Winners, announced on Thursday, will receive cash prizes and an opportunity to make a lasting impact on key sectors.
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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