Smart India Hackathon concludes at VTU in Belagavi
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Why in news
The Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2025 Grand Finale concluded at Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) in Belagavi, showcasing student-led digital solutions in fields like Blockchain, AI, and Green Technology.
Background
The event featured 120 student participants, including 52 female participants. Winning solutions focused on Blockchain, Cyber Security, AI-based Pollution Source Identification, Sustainable Transportation & Logistics, and Clean & Green Technology.
Facts for Prelims
- FactSIH 2025 Grand Finale saw 120 students participate, with 52 being female participants.
- PlaceVisvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) is located in Belagavi.
- S&TSIH 2025 winners showcased solutions in Blockchain, Cyber Security, AI-based Pollution Source Identification, and Clean & Green Technology.
For Mains
Q. How can initiatives like the Smart India Hackathon foster an ecosystem of indigenous innovation and bridge the gender gap in STEM fields in India?
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Skill development: Aligning academic curricula with emerging technologies like Blockchain and AI
- Gender parity: Addressing structural barriers to increase female participation in high-tech engineering
- Innovation ecosystem: Transitioning from academic prototypes to scalable, market-ready digital solutions
Keywords: STEM education · Digital India · Indigenous innovation · Gender parity · Blockchain · Cyber Security
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