Hyderabad, Oct. 29: KL Deemed to be University is hosting the School Innovation Challenge 2026 at its Vijayawada campus from October 27 to 29. Organised by the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH), the three-day programme brings together 20 school teams from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
The initiative, an extension of the PAN IIT Summit, aims to encourage innovation, creativity and problem-solving among school students. Participants are developing ideas, building prototypes and exploring practical solutions to real-world challenges.
The programme features expert guidance, mentorship and hands-on support. Students are also gaining exposure to design thinking, experimentation and early-stage product development beyond conventional classroom learning.
School Innovation Challenge Promotes Young Innovators
As the host institution, KL Deemed to be University is providing the infrastructure, technical facilities and innovation ecosystem required for the challenge.
Er. Koneru Satyanarayana, Chancellor of KL Deemed to be University, said the initiative would encourage young minds to question, experiment and explore new possibilities.
“We are delighted to welcome 20 school teams from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana and support their innovation journey,” he said. He added that such initiatives help nurture future-ready thinkers, innovators and entrepreneurs who can contribute meaningfully to society.
The programme was inaugurated in the presence of RTIH representatives Ganesh Rayala, Head of Youth Ecosystem and Marketing; Ibadullah Baig, Incubation Manager; and Sumathi, Incubation Associate.
Representatives from KL Deemed to be University included Dr V. Rajesh, Senior Director of the Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (CIIE); Dr P. Saleem Akram, Assistant Director of CIIE; V. Ramakanth, CEO of the Atal Community Innovation Centre (ACIC); and Gourav Kapoor, Director of Fab Lab.
Through the collaboration, KL Deemed to be University and RTIH aim to strengthen the culture of innovation among school students and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.
The challenge also seeks to inspire young participants to develop solutions that address emerging societal needs and translate creative ideas into practical applications.
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