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The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog has launched two significant initiatives: the 'AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0' and the 5th edition of the "Innovations for You" handbook.
- These initiatives aim to promote innovation and sustainability in India, with a focus on water-related challenges and showcasing SDG entrepreneurs.
About AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0:
- The AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0 is a collaborative effort between AIM and the Innovation Centre Denmark (ICDK) at the Royal Danish Embassy in India.
- The challenge aims to address critical water-related challenges through innovative solutions.
Objectives:
- Water Challenges: The challenge seeks to address critical water-related challenges through innovative solutions.
- Global Participation: Selected teams from India will participate in the global Next Generation Digital Action program, collaborating with young talents from leading universities and innovation hubs in 9 countries.
- Sustainability Focus: The program emphasizes sustainability, digital solutions, inclusion, and universal design principles.
- Innovation Showcase: Participants will showcase their innovations at the Digital Tech Summit in Copenhagen from October 30th to 31st, 2024, with funding from the Government of Denmark.
Tracks:
The challenge invites entries under 2 tracks:
- Student Track: Open to students of all disciplines.
- Young Entrepreneur Track: Open to young entrepreneurs under 35, including early-stage startups, researchers, and young innovators committed to driving positive environmental change.
The AIM – ICDK Water Challenge 4.0 is an opportunity for young innovators to make a positive impact on water-related challenges and showcase their solutions on a global stage.