Eco-Creativity and Innovation Hackathon: Environment Secy confers awards to students for innovative projects

By  News On Air   Dec 17, 2024

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change today organized the Eco-Creativity and Innovation Hackathon in New Delhi. The hackathon aims to inspire young minds to tackle local environmental issues creatively through technology and innovation. The hackathon witnessed 35 innovative projects from across 14 states of the country. On the occasion, Secretary for the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Leena Nandan conferred awards to students for their innovations and problem-solving projects.

Talking exclusively to Akashvani News, Ms Leena Nandan said that the energy, spirit, and curiosity among children are bringing the solution for tomorrow. She added that they will succeed in addressing the challenges of the present like the environmental issues, Pollution, and Climate Change.

A participant from Haryana, Saideep Goel speaking to Akashvani News said that he has prepared a solar model that will protect people from air pollution.

Another participant, an engineering student Satyam Patel from Gujarat shared his project and its functioning with Akashvani News.

AIR Correspondent reports that this hackathon provides a platform for students to explore solutions to pressing environmental challenges.