Samsung India has announced the champions of Solve for Tomorrow 2023, a competition dedicated to young minds and their innovative solutions.
The journey began in April, with the call for ideas from 16-22-year-olds addressing four key themes – Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Environment & Sustainability, and Diversity & Inclusion.
Out of 6,500 teams from 500 locales, the top 30 emerged. These aspiring teams underwent rigorous training at IIT Delhi, followed by pitching their ideas to a Samsung panel, resulting in the selection of the Top 10 teams.
The diverse finalists hailed from places like Uttar Pradesh, Assam, West Bengal, Gujarat, Kerala, and more. A dedicated TV series, in collaboration with the News18 Group and JioCinema, showcased these innovative journeys.
The top three victorious teams are:
1. NIT Surat: This team developed ‘Sweep,’ an automated beach-cleaning robot designed to combat environmental waste on beaches. Sweep can detect, identify, and separate various waste materials for recycling, autonomously navigating difficult terrains.
2. Stemly: Hailing from Nagpur, Maharashtra, Stemly is on a mission to break gender stereotypes in STEM fields. Their conversational AI tool uses natural language processing to provide mentorship, encourage diversity, and offer personalized support in STEM.
3. Think: A team from Golaghat, Assam, created ‘Kavach,’ a versatile cooling and warming neckband using semiconductor technology. It regulates body temperature in various weather conditions, making it a practical solution for comfort.
Rewards and Recognition
These visionary teams received a combined prize of Rs. 1.5 crore to further develop their ideas. Additionally, they were honored with certificates, trophies, Samsung’s flagship Galaxy Z Flip5 smartphones, and a cash prize of Rs. 100,000.
Empowering the Future
Samsung’s commitment to using innovation for community betterment is exemplified through initiatives like Solve for Tomorrow. It aligns with their global CSR vision, ‘Together for Tomorrow, Enabling People.’
By empowering youth through education and fostering innovation, Samsung contributes to a brighter future for all.
Commenting on the occasion, JB Park, President & CEO of Samsung Southwest Asia, said:
Youth possesses the remarkable ability to think beyond boundaries and turn innovation into reality. The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow platform is dedicated to fostering this creative spirit, and we take immense pride in witnessing the determination of young innovators to reshape the world and improve lives.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners of Solve for Tomorrow 2023 and wish them every success on their exciting journey ahead. At Samsung, we firmly believe that each of these young innovators holds the promise of making a substantial contribution to India’s growth story.