Calling all tech-savvy students! The Technology Innovation Hub of IIT Delhi is gearing up to host the Robotics for Good Youth Challenge 2024-2025, a prestigious UN-backed educational robotics championship.
This year's theme focuses on disaster response, putting the spotlight on the ingenuity of young minds in tackling a critical global challenge.
The competition, held under the guidance of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a UN agency for information and communication technologies, is open to students in two age groups: junior (classes 6-8) and senior (classes 9-12). The event will take place on October 17th, 2024, at the International Exhibition Convention Centre in New Delhi.
Here's what makes this competition exciting:
- Building Robots for Real-World Impact: Participants will be challenged to design, build, and code robots that can address disaster response scenarios. Imagine robots that assist with earthquake risk prediction, aid in soil and subsurface studies, or even participate in search and rescue missions.
- A Global Stage for Indian Talent: The winner of the national competition will have the opportunity to represent India at the grand finale of the AI for Good Global Summit 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland. This is a chance for young innovators to showcase their solutions on a global platform.
- Fostering Innovation for Sustainable Development: This initiative aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing the role of robotics in building a safer and more resilient future.
The deadline to register is July 31st, 2024. Aspiring participants can find all the details and register online at ihfc.co.in/important-announcements.
This is a unique opportunity for young minds in India to combine their passion for robotics with the drive to make a positive impact on the world. So, are you ready to code the future of disaster response?
