Lenovo LEAP Next-Gen Scholar Program Drives AI Innovation and Inclusive Skilling Through Hackathon and Culmination Event in Goa
Published on 02/23/2026 at 07:30 | businesswireindia.comLenovo, the global technology powerhouse, through its Lenovo LEAP Next-Gen Scholar Program, strengthened its commitment to inclusive and future-ready education by hosting a solution-driven AI Hackathon on 29 January, followed by a Culmination Event on 30 January 2026 in Goa. The two-day initiative brought together students, government representatives, academic institutions, and industry leaders to promote applied learning and socially relevant innovation.
The hackathon served as a mentor-led platform where students developed AI-powered and inclusive technology solutions addressing real-world challenges. The event opened with an orientation session and a featured podcast featuring Dr. Niyan, Program Director, Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Goa; Pratima Harite, Head – Corporate Citizenship, Lenovo Corporate Marketing Group; and Sivakumar Dakshinamurthy, Head of Services Support – ISG, Lenovo. Their insights emphasised responsible, ethical, and industry-aligned AI development.
Participants progressed through structured stages of problem identification, ideation, solution development, and evaluation, supported by expert mentors. The hackathon concluded with live demonstrations and expert-led interactions, showcasing solutions that were practical, scalable, and socially impactful. High-performing teams were recognised for innovation, feasibility, and impact. Positioned as a pre–AI Summit initiative, the hackathon underscored Lenovo LEAP’s focus on applied AI learning.
and a Coffee Table Book documenting learner journeys, innovation, and inclusion.An inspiring address by a specially abled student reinforced the program’s emphasis on accessibility and equal opportunity. Student project showcases and learner recognitions further highlighted Lenovo LEAP’s role in nurturing future-ready talent through inclusive skilling and innovation.
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