IIITB Hosts ‘NAIN Innovation Conclave – RISE for Resilient Bharat’
The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) Innovation Centre proudly presented the “NAIN Innovation Conclave – RISE for Resilient Bharat,” a flagship event showcasing cutting-edge student innovations and research breakthroughs that address critical national challenges and contribute to building a resilient and self-reliant India.
This premier conclave brought together the brightest minds from IIIT-Bangalore’s student community, along with distinguished industry leaders, government officials and innovation ecosystem stakeholders, to celebrate transformative technological solutions across sectors such as healthcare, sustainability, digital infrastructure, and social impact.
“The NAIN Innovation Conclave represents the culmination of students’ creativity and technical excellence from Tier2 & Tier3 cities. It highlights how young innovators are leveraging emerging technologies to solve complex societal challenges and contribute to India’s journey towards becoming a resilient, technology-driven nation,” says Lakshmi Jagannathan, CEO, IIIT-B Innovation Center.
“The NAIN Innovation Conclave embodies IIIT-Bangalore’s core mission of nurturing innovation that serves society. Our students are not just learning technology; they are creating solutions that have the potential to transform lives and strengthen our nation’s resilience. This event highlights the exceptional research and innovation culture we have fostered here, where theoretical knowledge meets practical application. I am immensely proud of our students who are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and setting new standards for academic excellence and social responsibility” says Prof. Debabrata Das, Director, IIIT-Bangalore.
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Celebrating Student Innovation Excellence
The conclave showcased an impressive range of student-led innovations spanning diverse domains from AI-powered healthcare solutions and sustainable technology platforms to next-generation digital tools addressing grassroots challenges. The event highlighted the ability of IIIT-Bangalore students to develop practical, scalable solutions aligned with national priorities and global sustainability goals.
The conclave also featured distinguished speakers and dignitaries, including Sujatha Mukunthan, Vice President and Head of Research & Predevelopment (India) at Siemens Technology and Services Pvt. Ltd.; Dr. Manjula N, Secretary to the Government in the Department of IT-BT, Government of Karnataka; Prof. Debabrata Das, Director of IIIT-Bangalore; Pramod L. Patil, General Manager for Events & Promotions and AVGC; and Amit Mehta, Portfolio Manager at Campus Fund.
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The event highlighted several key moments, including an innovation showcase that featured student-developed technologies addressing challenges across healthcare, environment, digital transformation, and social innovation.
A major milestone was the release of the NAIN Innovation 2025 Compendium, which documents impactful student innovations and their real-world potential. The conclave also included an operational guidelines briefing by the KTech team, focusing on innovation processes, intellectual property, and commercialization pathways. The event concluded with awards and recognition, celebrating outstanding student achievements in innovation, research impact, and technological advancement.
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Building Tomorrow’s Innovation Ecosystem
The NAIN Innovation Conclave reinforces the commitment of International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore to nurturing student entrepreneurship and fostering an innovation culture that contributes to national development. The event also serves as a vital bridge connecting student innovations with industry, government, and investment ecosystems, and enabling ideas to evolve into meaningful societal impact.