AI for All: Uttarakhand's Blueprint for Intelligent Governance and Inclusive Growth

The Uttarakhand AI Policy translates India's National AI ambitions into a state-level strategy uniquely calibrated for Uttarakhand's geographic, social, and economic landscape.

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More than a hackathon. It's your launchpad for building Uttarakhand's AI future.

Udbhav 25 is the flagship hackathon series of the Uttarakhand AI Mission, designed to ignite innovation across state universities. Through region-specific hackathons, a cluster event, and a grand finale, we're empowering students to build AI solutions that address Uttarakhand's unique challenges.

State Level Recognition

Once in a lifetime opportunity to compete with your peers across Uttarakhand

Attractive awards

Support projects that have undergone rigorous ESG assessment and meet sustainability standards.

SUBMIT
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Sectors

Tourism

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The Challenge

Uttarakhand welcomes millions of pilgrims and tourists annually, but surging footfall strains fragile mountain ecosystems, creates safety risks, and overwhelms local infrastructure during peak seasons.

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Crowd Intelligence

Real-time crowd monitoring and predictive analytics prevent overcrowding at pilgrimage sites, enabling dynamic visitor management and emergency response coordination.

🚗

Smart Traffic Flow

AI optimizes traffic on narrow mountain roads by analyzing patterns, weather, and events—reducing congestion on Char Dham routes and improving travel times.

🐅

Wildlife Conflict Prevention

Camera traps with AI recognition detect elephants, leopards, and tigers near tourist zones, sending instant alerts to prevent dangerous encounters.

💬

Personalized Tourist Assistant

AI chatbots provide 24/7 multilingual support, offering real-time guidance on routes, weather, attractions, and local services through mobile devices.

🕶️

Immersive Heritage Experiences

AR/VR powered by AI brings history alive at temples and museums, enriching cultural understanding through interactive, context-aware storytelling.

Expected Impact by 2030

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Reduction in Crowd-Related Incidents
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Improvement in Traffic Flow
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Faster Emergency Response
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Enhanced Tourist Satisfaction

Explore detailed implementation plans, timelines, and partnership opportunities

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Agriculture

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The Challenge

Agriculture underpins rural livelihoods across Uttarakhand, yet productivity remains constrained by small holdings, rainfed cultivation, and challenging terrain. Small farmers face limited access to information, unpredictable weather, pest attacks, and volatile market prices.

Identified Use Cases
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Biometric Farmer Verification

Aadhaar-linked biometric authentication prevents ghost beneficiaries and ensures subsidies and insurance payouts reach genuine farmers promptly and transparently.

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Precision Irrigation & Water Management

AI analyzes weather, soil moisture, and crop needs to generate precise irrigation schedules, conserving water while improving yields and climate resilience.

📊

AI Market Intelligence

Real-time analysis of supply-demand trends and regional prices provides accurate forecasts and selling recommendations, improving farmers' bargaining power and income stability.

🐛

Pest & Disease Detection

Smartphone and drone-based computer vision detects crop infestations early, enabling timely intervention that reduces damage and minimizes pesticide use.

🛰️

Rapid Crop Damage Assessment

Satellite imagery and drone analysis quickly quantify disaster-related crop losses, accelerating insurance settlements and relief distribution for affected farmers.

Expected Impact by 2030

0%
Reduction in Crowd-Related Incidents
0%
Improvement in Traffic Flow
0%
Faster Emergency Response
0x
Enhanced Tourist Satisfaction

Explore detailed implementation plans, timelines, and partnership opportunities

Download Policy
Download Policy

Urban Resilience

🏔️
The Challenge

Uttarakhand welcomes millions of pilgrims and tourists annually, but surging footfall strains fragile mountain ecosystems, creates safety risks, and overwhelms local infrastructure during peak seasons.

👥

Crowd Intelligence

Real-time crowd monitoring and predictive analytics prevent overcrowding at pilgrimage sites, enabling dynamic visitor management and emergency response coordination.

🚗

Smart Traffic Flow

AI optimizes traffic on narrow mountain roads by analyzing patterns, weather, and events—reducing congestion on Char Dham routes and improving travel times.

🐅

Wildlife Conflict Prevention

Camera traps with AI recognition detect elephants, leopards, and tigers near tourist zones, sending instant alerts to prevent dangerous encounters.

💬

Personalized Tourist Assistant

AI chatbots provide 24/7 multilingual support, offering real-time guidance on routes, weather, attractions, and local services through mobile devices.

🕶️

Immersive Heritage Experiences

AR/VR powered by AI brings history alive at temples and museums, enriching cultural understanding through interactive, context-aware storytelling.

Expected Impact by 2030

0%
Reduction in Crowd-Related Incidents
0%
Improvement in Traffic Flow
0%
Faster Emergency Response
0x
Enhanced Tourist Satisfaction

Explore detailed implementation plans, timelines, and partnership opportunities

Download Policy
Download Policy

Tourism

🏔️
The Challenge

Uttarakhand welcomes millions of pilgrims and tourists annually, but surging footfall strains fragile mountain ecosystems, creates safety risks, and overwhelms local infrastructure during peak seasons.

👥

Crowd Intelligence

Real-time crowd monitoring and predictive analytics prevent overcrowding at pilgrimage sites, enabling dynamic visitor management and emergency response coordination.

🚗

Smart Traffic Flow

AI optimizes traffic on narrow mountain roads by analyzing patterns, weather, and events—reducing congestion on Char Dham routes and improving travel times.

🐅

Wildlife Conflict Prevention

Camera traps with AI recognition detect elephants, leopards, and tigers near tourist zones, sending instant alerts to prevent dangerous encounters.

💬

Personalized Tourist Assistant

AI chatbots provide 24/7 multilingual support, offering real-time guidance on routes, weather, attractions, and local services through mobile devices.

🕶️

Immersive Heritage Experiences

AR/VR powered by AI brings history alive at temples and museums, enriching cultural understanding through interactive, context-aware storytelling.

Expected Impact by 2030

0%
Reduction in Crowd-Related Incidents
0%
Improvement in Traffic Flow
0%
Faster Emergency Response
0x
Enhanced Tourist Satisfaction

Explore detailed implementation plans, timelines, and partnership opportunities

Download Policy
Download Policy

Tourism

🏔️
The Challenge

Uttarakhand welcomes millions of pilgrims and tourists annually, but surging footfall strains fragile mountain ecosystems, creates safety risks, and overwhelms local infrastructure during peak seasons.

👥

Crowd Intelligence

Real-time crowd monitoring and predictive analytics prevent overcrowding at pilgrimage sites, enabling dynamic visitor management and emergency response coordination.

🚗

Smart Traffic Flow

AI optimizes traffic on narrow mountain roads by analyzing patterns, weather, and events—reducing congestion on Char Dham routes and improving travel times.

🐅

Wildlife Conflict Prevention

Camera traps with AI recognition detect elephants, leopards, and tigers near tourist zones, sending instant alerts to prevent dangerous encounters.

💬

Personalized Tourist Assistant

AI chatbots provide 24/7 multilingual support, offering real-time guidance on routes, weather, attractions, and local services through mobile devices.

🕶️

Immersive Heritage Experiences

AR/VR powered by AI brings history alive at temples and museums, enriching cultural understanding through interactive, context-aware storytelling.

Expected Impact by 2030

0%
Reduction in Crowd-Related Incidents
0%
Improvement in Traffic Flow
0%
Faster Emergency Response
0x
Enhanced Tourist Satisfaction

Explore detailed implementation plans, timelines, and partnership opportunities

Download Policy
Download Policy

Technology

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Technology

Healthcare

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Healthcare

Finance

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Finance

How Uttarakhand Will Lead
Its AI Transformation

Your university hosts Level 1 hackathons, introducing you to real-world challenges, mentorship, and peer collaboration. Winners advance to the state-level cluster event, where the best ideas meet the brightest minds. Finally, the grand finale brings together champions for one last push—where the most impactful solutions are crowned.

AI Advisory Council


Chair:
Chief Minister
Role: Sets vision, approves strategy, reviews progress, ensures national alignment

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AI Advisory Council


Chair:
Chief Secretary
Role: Sets vision, approves strategy, reviews progress, ensures national alignment

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How it Works

Three-Stage Journey to Impact

From campus innovation to state-wide transformation

Level 1

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Level 2

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Level 3

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Meet the 2025 Champions!

Udbhav 2025 celebrates the brightest minds across Uttarakhand's universities—students who dared to innovate and built AI solutions that matter. These champions have demonstrated exceptional creativity, technical excellence, and a deep commitment to solving real-world challenges across the state.

Hash Crew

THDC Institute of Hydropower and Technlology

Hash Crew

THDC Institute of Hydropower and Technlology

Hash Crew

THDC Institute of Hydropower and Technlology

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Igniting the AI spark in the state of Uttarakhand

Students from across state universities compete in Udbhav. Join thousands of peers as we prove that the next wave of AI innovation is happening right here—in the mountains of India.

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Competing Universities

1000+

Participants

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State Winners

Competing Universities

FAQs

Answers to your popular questions. If you still have any query, please contact us through our official channels.

Is registration free?

Yes! Registration is completely free. All costs—workspace, food, technical resources—are covered by the Uttarakhand AI Mission.

Do I need to know programming to participate?

No! While coding skills are helpful, we welcome students from all backgrounds.

Can I join if I'm not studying in Uttarakhand?

Udbhav 25 is designed for students currently enrolled in Uttarakhand institutions. However, if you're passionate about solving Uttarakhand's challenges and have compelling reasons, reach out to the organizers.

What's the team size?

2-5 members per team. We find this size optimal for collaboration. Solo participants are not invited.

Can I work on my existing startup idea?

Yes. You may present your startup projects if you have any.  However, you can also build on existing open-source tools, APIs, and frameworks.