Kolkata: (Reported by Sanatan Mahakud): Heritage Institute of Technology (HITK) continues to make its mark on the innovation map as five student teams have successfully secured a place in the Grand Finale of the prestigious Smart India Hackathon 2024. The much-anticipated finale will take place on December 11-12, 2024, in Mangalore, with top innovators from across India competing to showcase their groundbreaking projects. 
The selected teams from HITK are at the forefront of technological advancement with their unique solutions to real-world challenges. Here are projects:
The selected teams from HITK are at the forefront of technological advancement with their unique solutions to real-world challenges. Here are projects:
- SignWave: A web-based software designed to empower the visually challenged and hearing impaired by enhancing accessibility through innovative interfaces.
- Paradox Innovator: A web software focused on Earth Monitoring Systems, providing crucial data for environmental sustainability.
- Connexus: A web application that facilitates Mentor Connect, bridging the gap between industry professionals and students for enhanced learning opportunities.
- Krishi Sahayak: A software solution for farmers, enabling the detection of crop diseases and offering utility in poultry and animal husbandry management.
- The Enigma: A blockchain-based web solution ensuring document security by storing vital records in a centralized, tamper-proof system.
Teams on the Waiting List
Apart from the five finalists, two teams are on the waiting list:- TryVelix: A software for enhanced document security.
- Nirvana Health Chain: A web-based supply chain management system tailored for wholesalers and retailers in the health and pharmacy sectors.
Faculty Speaks on the Success
The faculty and leadership of HITK have expressed immense pride in the students’ achievements.Prof. Basab Chaudhuri, Principal of Heritage Institute of Technology, expressed his best wishes to the teams advancing to the Grand Finale, acknowledging their perseverance through the challenging elimination rounds. G
"I am sure the students of HITK had done really well. Also the Hack Heritage 2024, the internal hackathon organized by our Institute had helped them a lot to reach to the Grand Finale," said CEO Pradip Agarwal.
About Smart India Hackathon
The Smart India Hackathon (SIH) is one of the largest open innovation platforms in India, aimed at promoting creativity and problem-solving skills among students. The event challenges participants to create cutting-edge solutions to pressing societal issues while collaborating with industries and government bodies.The Road Ahead
With rigorous elimination rounds behind them, the HITK teams are now gearing up to compete with the brightest minds in the country. Their journey reflects not only their technical expertise but also their passion for driving positive change.As HITK celebrates this significant milestone, the entire institute is rallying behind its students with hopes of a stellar performance at the Grand Finale. The spotlight is now on Mangalore, where the next wave of innovation will take center stage.
A team of 5 students from Heritage Institute of Technology Kolkata, (HITK) had been selected for the Grand Finale at the Smart India Hackathon 2024.
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