Gurugram, December 30, 2024: G D Goenka University proudly announces that its student team, Techtitans, has emerged as joint winners in the Software category at the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2024 Grand Finale, held at NITK Surathkal, Karnataka, on December 11–12, 2024.

Innovative Problem-Solving
Techtitans tackled the problem statement “Gamification of Anti-Doping Information,” presented by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, during a 36-hour hackathon. The team’s solution emphasized player engagement through interactive, game-based modules, helping increase awareness and adherence to anti-doping guidelines.

Meet the Winning Team: Led by Prachi Shah (Team Leader, B.Tech CSE-AIML, 2022–26), the Techtitans team also included Prateek Singh Raghav, Kaushal Singh, Krithik Mangal, Akash Suyal, and Yash Shokeen. They were mentored by Dr. Yogesh Kumar, Assistant Professor at the School of Engineering and Sciences (SoES) and supported by Prof. K. Thammi Reddy, Dean- SoES) Competing under Problem Statement PSID: SIH1722, the team delivered an innovative approach to gamification that impressed the panel of 18 expert jurors.

A Testament to Innovation

This success is a testament to GD Goenka University’s focus on fostering innovation, problem-solving, and practical learning among students. It marks a proud accomplishment for the School of Engineering and Sciences, reflecting their commitment to set new benchmarks and nurture tech leaders of the future,” said Mr. Nipun Goenka, Managing Director of GD Goenka Group.
National Recognition

The Smart India Hackathon, organized by the Government of India, is the world’s largest open innovation model, attracting widespread participation. This year’s event saw 33 teams and 230 participants from across the country, with six teams competing in the specific problem statement category. The thorough evaluation process included representatives from the Ministry of Coal, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, and various industry experts.

G D Goenka University congratulates Techtitans on their stellar performance and remains committed to empowering students through cutting-edge research, innovation, and real-world problem-solving experiences.