Unleash the power of language diversity with the Bhasha Techathon, presented by Digital India Bhashini Division in partnership with Google Cloud and MachineHack. This groundbreaking event is where innovation converges with real-world impact.
Since its inception in 2022 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bhashini has revolutionised digital accessibility by providing services and internet access in various Indian languages, including voice-based functionalities. Already, it has been making waves across multiple sectors. Take, for instance, AskDISHA, the chatbot introduced by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), which is now harnessing Bhashini’s capabilities.
Witness the transformative potential of Bhashini firsthand as Prime Minister Modi demonstrates its versatility. From addressing gatherings in multiple Indian languages with effortless grace to seamlessly translating speeches, as seen at the Kashi Tamil Sangamam event in Varanasi last December, Bhashini is shaping the future of digital communication in India.
For more information visit our website: https://bhashatechathon.com/
Start Date: 8th March 2024
End Date: 15th May 2024
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About the Hackathon
The Techathon is set to address key challenges in NLP and seeks to cultivate indigenous solutions to language-specific hurdles.
Problem Statement Categories
1. Chatbot Assistance in Regional Languages (Government e-MarketPlace)
Develop a multilingual chatbot for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, supporting 22 Indian languages and enhancing user interaction and outreach.
2. Conversion of FAQs Section (GeM): Make FAQs on a website accessible in 22 Indian languages, featuring translation, transliteration, and a multilingual chatbot for improved user engagement. It includes NLP, search functionality, categorisation, and multimedia integration for improved user engagement and satisfaction.
3. Voice-to-Text and Bucketing of Complaints (Centre For Railway Information Systems): Automate complaint handling by converting voice messages to text in 22 languages and categorising them using AI/ML for improved efficiency and accuracy.
4. Video-to-Text and Bucketing of Complaints (CRIS): Automate video complaint analysis through video-to-text conversion and AI/ML categorisation to streamline processes and improve customer satisfaction.
5. CDSS in Multiple Indian Languages (National Health Authority): Enhance Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) accessibility by developing multilingual versions for 22 Indian languages to improve patient care and support digital health initiatives.
Challenge Stages
1. Submission and Selection: Participants submit their approaches for each category.
2. Presentation and Evaluation: Selected participants present their solutions at an in-person event before the jury.
3. Winner Announcement and Prize Distribution: Winners are announced, and prizes are distributed.
Start Date: 8th March 2024
End Date: 15th May 2024
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Awards and Achievements
- Accelerate Your Career: Develop and implement your solution for adoption across government bodies.
- Audience Reach: Gain exposure on a widely-viewed platform, allowing you to present and market your innovation to leaders from various sectors of the Indian industry.
- Expand Your Horizons: Connect with peers in your field and stay updated on the latest developments in the ecosystem.
- Acknowledgement and Incentive: Earn substantial prize money at different program stages. The Hackathon winners will receive prizes of INR 50,000 for first place, INR 35,000 for second place, and INR 15,000 for third place.
Who Can Participate
- Working professionals
- Startups
- Entrepreneurs
- Students
- Innovators
- Freelancers
