672 Students, 127 Teams: Tech Arena Hackathon 2026 Sparks Innovation at NRI Engineering College
Guntur: Innovation, creativity, and cutting-edge technology took center stage as NRI Engineering College near Medikonduru successfully hosted “Tech Arena Hackathon 2026,” attracting massive participation from across the state.
With 672 students forming 127 teams, the hackathon witnessed young minds tackling real-world problems through innovative and practical solutions. The event turned into a vibrant hub of ideas, collaboration, and technical excellence.
Big Participation, Bigger Ideas
Participants presented solutions addressing key social and technological challenges, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and forward-thinking approaches. The competition was intense, reflecting the growing interest among students in innovation-driven platforms.
Cash prizes totaling ₹1 lakh were awarded to the top teams, adding excitement and recognition to the event.
Winning Projects Stand Out
- SRM University clinched the first prize with a smart platform that connects students with ideal teammates for projects and hackathons based on their skills and interests.
- QIS Engineering College secured second place with a solution aimed at minimizing onion storage losses in India through an efficient monitoring system.
- NRI Institute of Technology won third prize for developing an AI-powered system to identify, track, and manage space debris.
Industry Experts Applaud Talent
Experts from Techno Future India evaluated the projects and praised the participants for their innovation and practical thinking. They encouraged students to continue developing their ideas into real-world applications.
College Principal D. Sanjay, Executive Director Tilak Babu, and Admin Manager Seetharamaiah appreciated the students’ efforts and highlighted the importance of such events in building technical competence.
Chief Executive Director K. Sharath and Secretary & MLC Alapati Rajendra Prasad also congratulated the participants and organizers for the grand success of the event.
Faculty members from CSE, AI & ML, Data Science, and IT departments played a key role in organizing the hackathon, ensuring its smooth execution.
The event not only celebrated innovation but also provided students with valuable hands-on experience, reinforcing the importance of practical learning in today’s technology-driven world.
