Overview

Sharda University is organizing INNOVATE BHARAT – Hackathon 2026, a national-level innovation platform designed to encourage students, researchers, and technology enthusiasts to develop cutting-edge solutions for real-world challenges. The hackathon is aligned with the vision of building a sustainable, technologically empowered, and innovation-driven nation. The event promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and encourages participants to develop practical solutions using emerging technologies. It serves as a platform to nurture creativity, strengthen research culture, and promote startup and entrepreneurial thinking among students and professionals.

Objectives of Event

• To promote innovation and creative problem-solving skills 
• To encourage development of sustainable and scalable technological solutions 
• To provide exposure to real-world industry and societal challenges 
• To strengthen academia–industry collaboration
• To foster startup and entrepreneurial mindset among participants 
• To enhance hands-on skills in emerging technologies 
• To support national initiatives such as Digital India, Smart India, and Sustainable Development Goal

Convener Details

• Dr. Pushpendra Kumar Rajput, 7503502805, pushpendrakumar.rajput@sharda.ac.in
• Dr. Sandeep Gupta, 9717577497, Sandeep.gupta4@sharda.ac.in
• Dr. Jayant Shekhar, 7859050776, jayant.shekhar@sharda.ac.in

Co-ordinators:

• Dr. Gaurav Raj, 8587010020, gaurav.raj@sharda.ac.in
• Dr. Ambuj Aggarwal, 9412246459, ambuj.agarwal@sharda.ac.in