IIT Kharagpur begins the grand finale of the Smart India Hackathon today, bringing together innovators and problem solvers from across the country. The event hosts student teams who work on real-world challenges provided by government departments, industries and public sector organisations. The institute offers dedicated workspaces, mentorship support and advanced facilities to help participants develop practical solutions.
The hackathon promotes creativity, teamwork and technological innovation. Students present prototypes that address issues in areas such as healthcare, digital governance, sustainability, security, transport and education. Officials from the Ministry of Education join institute leaders to encourage participants and review project progress.
Throughout the event, experts guide teams, assess ideas and share insights on how to refine solutions for large-scale implementation. IIT Kharagpur provides a dynamic environment that supports continuous learning and collaboration.
Key highlights
- IIT Kharagpur hosts the national grand finale of SIH
- Student teams work on real-world government and industry challenges
- Experts mentor teams throughout the event
- Winning solutions may move towards real deployment
For full details and updates on the Smart India Hackathon, visit the official IIT Kharagpur website.