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Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025

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The Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025 is a nationwide innovation initiative launched by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Atal Innovation Mission (NITI Aayog). This initiative is designed to encourage students to engage in creative problem-solving and develop innovative solutions that align with the vision of a self-reliant and prosperous India.

About the Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025

  • Organizers: Ministry of Education, Atal Innovation Mission (NITI Aayog)

  • Target Audience: Students from classes 6 to 12 across India.

  • Alignment with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020: The initiative aims to foster creativity and problem-solving skills among school students, in line with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Objectives of the Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025

  • Innovation and Creativity: Encourage students to come up with innovative ideas and create prototypes, which will contribute to the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India).

  • Empowering Students: Prepare students for a future where they actively contribute to India's development, driving progress in key national areas.

Themes of the Buildathon

The Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025 is centered around four pivotal themes that reflect the nation's aspirations:

  1. Atmanirbhar Bharat: Promoting self-reliance in various sectors, particularly focusing on innovation and entrepreneurship among students.

  2. Swadeshi: Encouraging the use of indigenous resources, technologies, and practices to boost local industries and foster national growth.

  3. Vocal for Local: Supporting the local economy by encouraging the creation and promotion of local products, services, and solutions.

  4. Samriddh Bharat: Envisioning a prosperous India where every citizen has access to opportunities, contributing to overall well-being and sustainable development.

Inclusive Participation

  • The Buildathon ensures that students from all regions of India, including those from Aspirational Districts, Tribal Regions, and Remote Areas, are actively included. This will help ensure that the impact of this initiative reaches across diverse communities and regions, contributing to an inclusive and equitable innovation ecosystem.


 

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