Students build the future: Viksit Bharat buildathon 2025 launched

In a significant step towards fostering innovation and creativity among school students, the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), is set to host Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025 , India’s largest school innovation hackathon. The live event will take place on 13th October 2025 , from 10 AM to 12 Noon on YouTube, offering students across the country a platform to showcase their technological ingenuity.

The event, themed “ आत्मनिर्भर भारत का आह्वान, विकसित भारत का निर्माण ” (Call for a Self-Reliant India, Building a Developed India), aims to encourage young minds to contribute to nation-building through practical innovation and problem-solving. With an emphasis on hands-on learning, students will present solutions that leverage science, technology, and engineering to address real-world challenges.

According to officials, the hackathon will witness participation from schools nationwide, promoting a culture of experimentation, critical thinking, and collaboration among students. “Our vision is to nurture innovators from the school level who can contribute to India’s self-reliance and development,” said an AIM spokesperson. “Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025 is not just a competition but a celebration of young talent and creativity.”

Participants are expected to work on projects involving robotics, electronics, and digital solutions, reflecting the growing integration of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in the education sector. The hackathon also serves as a motivational initiative for students to pursue careers in innovation and technology.

Students, educators, and technology enthusiasts can watch the live event on the official YouTube channel via this link . The Ministry of Education encourages all stakeholders to participate virtually, support young innovators, and witness the next generation of problem-solvers in action.

With initiatives like the Viksit Bharat Buildathon, India is taking a definitive step towards creating an ecosystem of innovation in schools , preparing students to thrive in a rapidly evolving technological world.