
iTNT Hub is conducting a ‘Geospatial Innovation Challenge’ to drive cutting-edge solutions in agricultural mapping. Geospatial technologies are revolutionizing industries with advanced tools for location intelligence, spatial analytics, and real-time data visualization. This challenge invites startups and student entrepreneurs to leverage geospatial innovation to tackle critical challenges in mapping agricultural landscapes.
The ‘Geospatial Innovation Challenge’ was launched by the Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology & Digital Services, Dr. Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, in the presence of the Additional Chief Secretary to Government for IT&DS Department, Thiru. Kumar Jayant, I.A.S., and stakeholders including industry, startups, innovators, researchers, incubators, corporates and investors, at UmagineTN 2025.
If you have a groundbreaking idea that can enhance farm monitoring, crop analysis, land use mapping, or precision agriculture, apply now and be part of this transformative opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of agriculture with geospatial intelligence.
Challenge Sectors
Focus Area
Develop an AI-enabled system that utilizes satellite imagery and GPS-enabled land maps to generate detailed crop lists for each subdivision within a given agricultural region.
Outcomes:The system should accurately identify and categorize crops during the growing season, providing valuable insights for farmers, agricultural organizations, and government agencies

Benefits of Participation

Eligibility Criteria

Challenge Timeline
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📜 Rules & Guidelines
Eligibility
Any startup or team that does not comply with the eligibility criteria will be disqualified.
Team Leader
The founder, co-founder, or designated team leader will be the primary point of contact. Once assigned, this cannot be changed.
Registration Information
Teams must provide valid email IDs and mobile numbers for each member, which will be used for communication.
Documentation
Comprehensive documentation of solution development must be maintained for evaluation and record-keeping.
Intellectual Property (IPR)
Teams own the intellectual property they generate but must ensure it does not infringe on existing patents, copyrights, or trademarks.
Compliance with Rules
Violations of the rules will result in immediate disqualification and possible cancellation of participation.
Incubation Requirement
Teams may choose to enroll in iTNT Hub’s startup support programs for solution development and deployment.
Selection Process
The number of teams selected for support or funding is at iTNT Hub’s sole discretion.
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes will be resolved by the CEO of iTNT Hub, whose decision will be final.
