Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai, WeSchool, is proud to announce its commitment to host the 8th edition of the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) National Level Grand Finale on December Monday, December 8 and Tuesday, December 9, 2025. We have been hosting the grand finale of SIH since its inception in 2017, and this year marks our eighth consecutive participation in this prestigious event
Ministry of Education and AICTE, guided by none other than PMO- with PM Shri Narendra Modi as the chief patron- steer the event. Smart India Hackathon (SIH) is a flagship national initiative that empowers students to tackle real-life challenges through innovation and problem-solving. Designed to cultivate a culture of creativity and practical thinking, SIH offers a dynamic platform for students to ideate, develop, and present solutions to pressing issues faced in everyday life. By fostering critical and innovative thinking, the hackathon helps bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application.
There are 80 hardware and 191 software problem statements currently listed for SIH 2025. Over time, the hackathon has involved 6,497 institutes across India. The 2024 edition seems to be the largest ever so far, with a sharp jump in internal hackathons, high institute-level engagement (86,000 teams), and large national-round turnout (49,000 teams). This year, the SIH promises to be more grand with the sharpest, brightest young minds coming together.
The themes cover crucial areas such as Healthcare, Sustainability, and Emerging Technologies, aligning perfectly with national priorities. WeSchool is committed to providing a platform for students to innovate and contribute to the nation’s growth. This year, we are hosting close to 100 participants working on Problem statements with respect to problems faced by citizens, such as traffic, women’s safety, to name a few. Through collaboration and creative problem-solving, we aim to empower the next generation of leaders and changemakers.
