The Hackwarts 2024: Mumbai ka Magic hackathon, held at Shree L.R. Tiwari College of Engineering on October 9th and 10th, was a weekend to remember! Bringing together some of the brightest young minds from across Mumbai, the 24-hour hackathon-ideathon hybrid challenged participants to solve real-world problems while offering the unique opportunity to pitch and sell their projects to judges and industry leaders.
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A Perfect Blend of Innovation and Fun
Standout Projects and Winning Teams
Judges were blown away by the creativity and resourcefulness displayed by the teams. Projects included a smart public transportation app using real-time data, and an AI-based waste management solution aimed at reducing pollution in the city.
• The Winning Team: A team that developed a solution to manage Mumbai’s traffic congestion using data-driven insights and real-time updates took home the top prize. Their project not only impressed the judges but also garnered interest from potential investors!
• Pitching and Selling Ideas: What made Hackwarts truly special was the ideathon aspect, where participants got the chance to pitch their ideas directly to industry leaders. Several teams received offers to collaborate on further development of their projects.
Stalls and Networking
Participants had the opportunity to explore various sponsor and brand stalls, where they could engage with industry representatives and learn about new technologies and products. Sponsors like Unstop and Campus Times Pune played a key role in making the event a huge success, with a wide promotional reach that attracted attention from across the industry.
Extensive Reach and Engagement
Thanks to massive promotional efforts, Hackwarts 2024: Mumbai ka Magic reached over 6 million subscribers through newsletters and gained significant attention on social media. The event trended across multiple platforms, and the energy throughout the weekend was palpable.
Final Thoughts
The event was more than just a hackathon—it was an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. Participants left not only with prizes but also with valuable connections and the satisfaction of knowing their ideas could potentially improve life in Mumbai. The combination of coding, ideation, networking, and entertainment made Hackwarts: Mumbai ka Magic a truly magical event.
As we look forward to the future, there’s no doubt that many of the ideas born at Hackwarts will continue to evolve and impact the city in meaningful ways.
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