Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently connected with the brightest young innovators at the Smart India Hackathon 2024 via a virtual conference. The seventh edition of this prestigious event saw over 1,300 student teams gather at 51 centers nationwide, working on solutions to tackle real-world challenges across critical sectors.
PM Modi engaged with standout teams whose innovations impressed with their creativity and relevance:
- Team Big Brains from NIT Srinagar designed an AI-driven Virtual Reality Friend to aid children with autism and intellectual disabilities.
- Team Hack Dreamers from IIT Kharagpur proposed cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to combat India’s growing cyber threats.
- Team Code Bro from Gujarat Technical University developed image-enhancing technology for lunar exploration in collaboration with ISRO.
The Prime Minister underscored the global impact of these innovations and highlighted the need for solutions in areas like cybersecurity, social inclusion, and space technology. He praised the participants’ dedication and diversity, emphasizing that continuous innovation is key to societal progress and India’s leadership on the global stage.
This interaction showcased the potential of India’s youth to transform challenges into game-changing innovations.
