In a display of ingenuity and dedication to addressing global challenges, the Hult Prize at IOE 2024 Semi-Final took place on February 03 at the Himalayan College of Engineering. The event, marked by enthusiasm and anticipation, brought together sponsors, guests, and 24 semifinalists, each presenting their outstanding achievements and commitment to creating positive social impact through entrepreneurship.
The distinguished panel of judges for the Hult Prize at IOE Semi-Final included Mr. Utsav Goyal, Co-Founder of VistaarTrade; Mr. Prasanta Raut, Co-founder of Codavatar Tech Pvt Ltd; Mr. Nikhil Shakya, MD at Skill Square Pvt. Ltd; and Ms. Kripa Paudel, COO and Co-founder at Scalable Investments.
Mr. Aditya Pandey, the Campus Director, welcomed attendees with an inspiring speech, outlining the competition's rules and judging criteria, setting the stage for the innovative ideas that would follow.
The event swiftly transitioned into a showcase of groundbreaking ideas from the semifinalists, addressing pressing global challenges. Notable presentations included proposals for revolutionizing plastic management, empowering farmers through mobile applications, and tackling limited electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Other innovative solutions highlighted at the event included assistance for the visually impaired, vocational services through intuitive app interfaces, direct farmer-to-consumer channels, eco-friendly tile manufacturing, and intelligent traffic signal systems tailored to Nepal's unique infrastructure.
Ventures offering sustainable alternatives in real estate brokerage and addressing urban parking issues efficiently were also showcased, reflecting the diverse range of ideas presented.
As the event concluded, it became evident that the Hult Prize at IOE 2024 had ignited a spark of innovation and promised a brighter, more sustainable future. The announcement of the 11 finalists marked a pivotal moment, as they prepare for the final competition, where one will emerge as the winner poised to effect positive change on a global scale.
