Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR) recently conducted a hackathon in Bengaluru, marking the culmination of the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC), the company’s flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. This event empowered over 1100 undergraduate engineering students from more than 30 Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) affiliated colleges. The program provided these students with extensive training in cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), equipping them with the skills necessary to become job-ready and paving the way for their entrepreneurial journeys.
The SIC program aligns with Samsung’s commitment to the Government of India’s Skill India initiative, reinforcing the company’s vision of #PoweringDigitalIndia. By focusing on future-tech domains, the initiative is designed to nurture young innovators and prepare them to drive the digital future of the country.
Hackathon Journey and Recognition of Innovation
The SIC Hackathon began with an ideation phase that saw over 500 capstone projects submitted by students. Through a rigorous selection process, 50 teams were chosen to participate in a mentorship program under the guidance of experts from SSIR and training partners CoCreate and Skyrim Innovation. The grand finale showcased the most groundbreaking solutions, with the top teams presenting their projects to a panel of judges that included SSIR leadership, VTU dignitaries, and industry experts.
The hackathon not only celebrated technical skills but also encouraged an entrepreneurial mindset, highlighting projects with potential for deep tech products. The winning teams were awarded scholarships and recognized for their innovative solutions:
- First Prize (INR 3 Lakh Scholarship): Arihant Patil and Aenessa Vaz from KLS Gogte Institute of Technology, Belagavi, for their project “Electro Relief from Primary Dysmenorrhea.”
- Second Prize (INR 2 Lakh Scholarship): Kshiti Gaddigoudar, Omkar Pote, Pratham Jadhav, Chandan Parasharam Kangralkar, and Narayan Sabale from Jain College of Engineering, Belagavi, for their project “Design and Development of Soft Robotics Glove for Patients with Multiple Sclerosis.”
- Third Prize (INR 1 Lakh Scholarship): Vishal M Koti, Siddhartha Mahesha Pundit, and Srivathsa Nadig from Jyothy Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, for their project “Bark up the Right Tree: Treatment of Used Books to Remove Ink.”
- Appreciation Awards (INR 50,000 Scholarships): Prarthana Nandi and Ankush Shreeshailappa Nagathan from Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bengaluru, for their project “Workflow Augmentation and Virtual Assistance.” Kiran Bastwad, Suchit Malalikar, Sushant Kadam, and Ajinkya Jadhav from Jain College of Engineering, Belagavi, for their project “Wireless Multi-Functional Data Transfer and Charging Dock.” All participating teams were recognized with certificates, acknowledging their hard work and commitment throughout the program.
Building Future Leaders in Technology
Speaking at the event, Balajee Sowrirajan, Corporate Executive Vice President & Managing Director at Samsung Semiconductor India Research, emphasized Samsung’s commitment to nurturing young talent. “Samsung has been committed to creating a generation of young innovators through exchange of knowledge, and collaboration under the guidance of its leaders as mentors. We are excited to handhold these young minds through a platform of skill-based learning as they prepare to shape the future of our country with their passion and potential,” he said.
Dr. S Vidyashankar, Vice Chancellor of Visvesvaraya Technological University, echoed this sentiment, expressing optimism about the program’s impact on India’s youth. “The partnership with Samsung Semiconductor India Research has been instrumental in unlocking the full potential of our students. The SIC Hackathon is a shining example of the innovation and ingenuity that thrives within our campus. We are excited and optimistic that the program will enable the nation’s youth for future-tech domains,” he remarked.
A Future of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Samsung Innovation Campus Hackathon has not only provided students with valuable technical skills but has also fostered an entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging them to turn their innovative ideas into viable startups. With initiatives like these, Samsung continues to play a crucial role in empowering the next generation of Indian tech leaders, reinforcing its commitment to #PoweringDigitalIndia.
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