Archive · 16 Jan 2026
Odisha Hosts State-Level Innovation and Startup Competition
A big competition for students in Odisha is happening over two days.
Students from 14 universities are showing off their new ideas and projects.
The minister of health and technology started the event.
There are nine different categories like farming, health, and technology.
The best projects will get money and help to grow their ideas.
The minister said this is a great way for students to learn and create new things beyond their books.
It's like a big show-and-tell for smart ideas!
72 students from 14 universities in Odisha participated in the first State-Level Innovation and Startup Competition.
The event was inaugurated by Dr. Mukesh Mahaling, who emphasized the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Projects were showcased across nine categories, including agriculture, health, and artificial intelligence.
The top 10 projects will receive Rs 5 lakh each, along with mentorship and research facilities.
The competition follows a multi-tier selection process, starting from college-level to state-level rounds.
- Who
- Students from 14 Odisha universities
- What
- State-Level Innovation and Startup Competition
- When
- Commenced on Friday (two-day event)
- Where
- Rama Devi Women’s University, Odisha
- Why
- To nurture creativity, strengthen startup ecosystem, and encourage innovation and entrepreneurship
- Organizers
- Higher Education Department and Odisha State Higher Education Council
- Participants
- 72 students from 14 universities
- Chief Guest
- Dr. Mukesh Mahaling, Health & Family Welfare, Electronics & Information Technology Minister
- Categories
- Agriculture, health, food, fashion, AI, mental health, finance, education, environment
- Prizes
- Rs 5 lakh per project, mentorship, and research facilities
- Selection Process
- College-level, university-level, and state-level rounds