Empowering Education and Environmental Resilience in Uttarakhand through Artificial Intelligence and Digital Solutions

September 23rd, 2025
Education
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Introduction

“Innovation Uttarakhand Hackathon 2.0” is an innovative initiative organized by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) Uttarakhand. Its aim is to encourage creativity, digital literacy, and critical thinking among students and teachers. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, this hackathon focuses on addressing pressing challenges related to education, society, and the environment.

Participants will present innovative solutions to issues such as natural disasters, forest fires, landslides, and sustainable development, thereby contributing to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The vision is to foster a culture of innovation and digital competence in Uttarakhand’s education system, where students and teachers collaboratively develop AI-based solutions that promote community resilience and sustainable growth.


Objectives

Participants

  • Students: Classes 6 to 12

  • Teachers: Classes 1 to 12


Key Themes

  1. AI for Environmental Challenges

    • Prevention and management of forest fires

    • AI applications for identifying and preventing landslides

    • Strengthening disaster preparedness and response through technology

  2. Sustainable Development

    • Promoting eco-friendly practices

    • Conservation of local biodiversity and resources

  3. Education and Social Transformation

    • Tools for personalized learning experiences

    • Platforms to enhance inclusivity and accessibility

  4. Sustainable Development

    • Promoting eco-friendly practices in Uttarakhand

    • Technology-based initiatives for conserving local biodiversity and resources

  5. Education and Social Transformation

    • Tools and applications for personalized learning experiences

    • Platforms to increase inclusivity and accessibility in education


Purpose

Skill Development

  • Promoting digital literacy through ICT tools, robotics, and STEM strategies

  • Organizing workshops and mentoring sessions to strengthen AI capabilities

Collaboration

  • Building a network of teachers, students, and stakeholders

  • Conducting review and feedback sessions to enhance project presentations


Program Structure

  • Initial idea/presentation evaluation will be conducted online

  • Top 1000 projects will be shortlisted for the second phase at the state-level competition

  • State-level competition: Top 150 projects will be selected for final showcase


Final Showcase & Awards

  • 20 outstanding student projects and 10 teacher projects will be honored

  • Awards will be presented to celebrate innovation and resilience


Expected Outcomes

  • Improved digital and AI literacy among participants

  • Concrete solutions to Uttarakhand’s environmental and social challenges

  • Enhanced capacity of teachers to implement innovative teaching methods

  • Awareness and action at the grassroots level toward achieving the SDGs


How to Participate

  • Registration: Entry forms are available on the program portal
    ЁЯСЙ innovateuttarakhand.com

  • Presentation Guidelines: Follow the detailed instructions for project submissions

  • Selection Process: Participate in the state-level and final showcase; winners will be decided by the jury