DIGITAL INDIA
HACK-A-THON
We are hosting a 36hrs (two days-one night) Web- Mobile- Digital Media DAPP Hack-a-thon at IIT-Delhi/Guwahati designed for Blockchain (Web3)/ AI/ ML, SaaS entrepreneurs and Legal domain professionals focused in Defence, DeepTech, and Women-led enterprises.
EVENT INFORMATION
Location
IIT Delhi/ IIT Guwahati
Time Duration
36 Hours + 12 hours Industry Design Sprint
Team Size
5-7 Members
Prize
Winner - 2.5 laks INR + Incubator / Accelerator Grant, Total Prizes worth 12 laks Approx.
Digital India Hack-a-thon is about coding together to solve real-world problems. Students, Developers, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Idea generators will come together to build amazing applications, in an effort to create a better world.
Integrated throughout the day will be examples of disruptive ideas Pan India, many of which ’Silicon Valley comes to India' hasn't witnessed yet, as well as tips on taking the fear out of making the leap to entrepreneurship. Some leading mentors, technology experts/ trainers and advisers will be on hand throughout the span of the event to answer your questions on challenges you're facing. The areas we will cover: your business model, revenue model, social media and digital marketing strategy, selling to who and how, etc and there will be plenty of networking with other start-ups.
Pre-Hack-a-thon workshop will provide relevant support to develop business ideas and skills. On the 1st day, the participants will receive guidance on the concept of the Ideation Model, MVP (minimum viable product) and Technical Guidance. The Hack-a-thon will be conducted on day 2 and 3.
BUILDING FOR
BHARAT 2.0
HACK-A-THON PROBLEM STATEMENTS
This document outlines the problem statements for our upcoming Hack-a-thon. Participants are encouraged to explore innovative solutions across various domains, addressing specific challenges faced by the Army, technology sectors, and women's representation in these fields.
| S. No. | Problem Statement | Focus Area | Challenge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Military Branch Innovations | Army Air Force Naval | Develop technology-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency, communication, and strategic planning across different military branches. |
| 2 | Empowering Women in Defense | Women in Army Special Forces Paramilitary | Create initiatives or platforms that promote the inclusion and advancement of women in defense roles, particularly in special operations and paramilitary forces. |
| 3 | iDEX Challenges | Innovation for Defense Excellence (iDEX) | Identify and address key challenges faced by iDEX initiatives, promoting innovation and collaboration within the defense ecosystem. |
| 4 | Aditi Scheme Exploration | DeepTech Medical ConsumerTech Fintech Supply Chain Banking | Develop solutions that align with the objectives of the Aditi Scheme, fostering advancements in various technological domains including healthcare, finance, and supply chains. |
| 5 | Women in Tech | Representation Inclusivity | Propose strategies or platforms to increase women's participation in technology sectors, addressing barriers to entry and promoting mentorship. |
| 6 | Emerging Technologies | IoT Cloud Computing Cybersecurity DeFi Blockchain | Innovate solutions utilizing emerging technologies to solve real-world problems, enhancing security, efficiency, and user experience in various sectors. |
| 7 | Artificial Intelligence | AI Applications | Develop AI-based solutions that can be applied to one or more of the above areas, improving decision-making, automation, or user interaction. |
Participants are encouraged to collaborate, think outside the box, and leverage their diverse skill sets to address these challenges. Together, we can create impactful solutions that benefit our communities and industries.
HACK-A-THON MENTORSHIP AND COHORT STAGES
The mentorship program is designed to support participants throughout the Hack-a-thon, providing guidance and expertise at each stage of development. Participants will progress through five key stages, each structured to foster collaboration and innovation.
✶ IDEATION STAGE
Duration: 36 Hours + 12 hours Industry Design Sprint
Objective: Brainstorm and develop innovative ideas.
Mentorship Focus: Brainstorming Sessions: Mentors will facilitate group discussions to inspire creativity and refine ideas.
Feedback Loops: Participants will receive constructive feedback on their concepts from mentors and peers.
Expected Outcomes: Clear, innovative ideas aligned with the problem statements.
PROCESS FLOW AND TIMELINE
OUR PREVIOUS HACK-A-THON
In the event's introduction, Mr. Pravash Dey shared his experiences on the importance of Hack-a-thon culture in academia and industry, discussing real-world problem-solving, new business challenges, and the significance of networking. Mr. Kunal Varma followed with insights on wireframing tools and financial guidance. Participants formed 13 teams through a speed-dating session and began working on their ideas.
Guest speaker provided valuable insights into digital entrepreneurship and industry collaboration. The Hack-a-thon then kicked off with intensive ideation, business model discussions, and pitching to mentors. A night coding session (10 PM to 11 AM) saw participants building their prototypes.
The next day featured sessions by industry mentors on topics like ethical hacking, startup marketing, legal structures, and pitch creation, culminating in final pitches to the jury. The event concluded with keynotes by Dr. Akshai Aggarwal and Mr. Hiranmay Mahanta, followed by the participants' final presentations.
WHY SPONSOR?
Technology entrepreneurship has taken a whole new meaning in the last 5 years amongst the Indian student community. Hack-a-thons and incubators provide these entrepreneurs the much needed support to come together and build an application or a company around it.
Digital India Hack-a-thon is one of the prime events in the hustling community, with the motive to collaborate different skills and solve a problem for a particular customer set. An event where you can find a diverse community of students, developers, designers, entrepreneurs, and idea generators coming along to build cool things, solve problems, and have fun.
The Hack-a-thon allows sponsors to exhibit awesome products and ideas that can be used to aid programmers in their projects. Becoming a sponsor will help your company's public relations, brand perception, and product popularity.
By sponsoring, your company is able to form a candid relationship with the programmers of the future and receive opportunities to engage those programmers with technologies that they will grow to love and use.
Sponsorship will give you access to developers with lots of potential and industry's upcoming talents. Although participants are free to build their own hacks, sponsors can influence them through: Branded prizes, API, Demos, Swag, and Tech talks.
SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
WHAT MAKES AN IDEAL SPONSOR?
WHAT MAKES AN IDEAL SPONSOR?
Interesting API/Software
Many participants will be actively looking for internships, while others will be ready for basic coding interviews, and are looking to gain more experience. Is your company hiring? Do you have internship opportunities?
Internship/Hiring Opportunities
Many participants will be actively looking for internships, while others will be ready for basic coding interviews, and are looking to gain more experience. Is your company hiring? Do you have internship opportunities?
Good Swag/Brand Material
It is always good to have swag. This can be t-shirts with a simple logo or stickers, mugs, jackets, handy stuff, etc. We'll have random giveaways throughout the event, so this is a great way to make sure every participant walks away with your brand!
Mentors and Representatives
These people are incredibly important when it comes to developing relationships with programmers. If you feel that your company can send someone who is engaging and helpful, that is a way to be an awesome sponsor.
PARTNERS - IN - GROWTH
MENTORS-IN-RESIDENCE
CREATORS ECONOMY: MEME PARTNERS
