57 teams compete at NER Tech Hackathon 2025

The North Eastern Regional Community Resource Management Society (NERCORMS) concluded the NER Tech Hackathon 2025 on March 11, 2025. The event saw participation from 57 teams representing colleges and startups across North East India. The hackathon was organized under the project “Deepening of Scientific Research on 5G Use Cases for Solving Challenges of Society” by NERCORMS, a society under the North Eastern Council (NEC), Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India.

The event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Shri Longki Phangcho, Hon’ble Member, North Eastern Council (NEC), who emphasized the role of 5G in development and economic growth in the North Eastern Region. “The North East has immense potential for technological growth, and 5G is a key enabler. The NER Tech Hackathon 2025 provides a platform for innovators to leverage advanced technologies and build impactful solutions for the region’s future.” – Shri Longki Phangcho.

Also present at the event were Mr. Donald Mawlot, Manager – ICT, NERCORMS, Dr (Prof) Soumya Chakraborty, Director, Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences & Research (NIMSR), Kohima, Mr. Amit Gupta, Co-founder of Amantya Technologies, Sh Raj Narula, CEO, INCA Synergies among other guests and technology leaders.

“Through initiatives like the NER Tech Hackathon 2025, NERCORMS is fostering a culture of innovation where young minds can apply cutting-edge technology to real-world problems. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide in the North East by nurturing talent, supporting research, and developing solutions that improve lives and create lasting social impact.” Said Mr. Donald Mawlot, Manager – ICT, NERCORMS.

“At Amantya Technologies, we believe 5G is a game-changer for the North East. Through our 5G labs across all eight states, we are empowering innovators to build real-world solutions in agriculture, healthcare, smart cities, and beyond. The NER Tech Hackathon 2025 is a platform to push boundaries, drive socio-economic growth, and shape the future of connectivity in the region.” – Amit Gupta, Co-Founder & CBO – Amantya Technologies

Dr Soumya Chakraborty, “This innovative initiative for Northeast India aims to identify brilliant ideas from individuals and teams. In Nagaland, remoteness and limited technical and 5G literacy pose significant challenges. However, the collaborative approach of Amantya and NERCORMS will inspire and empower innovators to develop solutions that address these issues.”

After the competition, the winners of NER Tech Hackathon 2025 were announced:

Grand Prize Winner (INR 10 Lakhs): IndiMeat, Guwahati

Runners-up Prize Winners (INR 2 Lakhs each): Nibiaa Devices from Imphal, Manipur, Nutrexeric, and AgriSure from Guwahati, Assam

The selected teams showcased problem-solving skills in their projects, demonstrating potential real-world applications.