IIM Shillong Organised Shillong Water Hackathon; Read Full Details Here

IIM Shillong successfully organised the Shillong Water Hackathon, on 7th February 2024. This unique event was conducted under the Government of Meghalaya’s International Water Conclave, to be held on the 9th and 10th of February 2024 in Shillong.

The Shillong Water Hackathon aimed to address and resolve concerns related to water pollution, conservation, and management. It fostered collaboration and meaningful dialogue among participants from diverse backgrounds, including students, technology experts, innovators, coders, influencers, and startup enthusiasts.

The objective was to explore innovative ways to engage communities and leverage technology, such as sensors, data analytics, and mobile applications, to monitor, manage, and enhance water-related processes.

The hackathon focused on leveraging data to gain valuable insights into water quality, usage patterns, and other relevant parameters to enable informed decision-making. Participants were encouraged to develop prototypes or proof-of-concept solutions with high social impact, which could be further improved or implemented to address specific water challenges.

Under the theme of “Sustainable Water Management for Meghalaya,” the hackathon emphasised indigenous solutions, community-driven approaches, and futuristic thinking to ensure equitable and engaging solutions.