Quantum University, Roorkee, organised Buildathon’26, an AI Innovation Hackathon, bringing together enthusiastic student teams to develop innovative solutions using Artificial Intelligence. The event provided participants with a platform to apply their technical knowledge, explore emerging technologies and work collaboratively on real-world problem statements.

The hackathon commenced with an inaugural session at the university auditorium, attended by faculty members, organisers and participants. Mr. Pankaj Sharma, Chief Guest, motivated the participating teams to think creatively, address practical challenges and use emerging technologies responsibly. His interaction encouraged students to approach the hackathon as an opportunity to experiment, innovate and develop solutions with real-world relevance.

Following the inauguration, participating teams began working on their respective problem statements with their laptops and technical resources. Throughout the hackathon, mentors and faculty members visited the teams, reviewed their progress and provided guidance on technical approaches, problem-solving strategies and project development. The participants demonstrated teamwork, coding skills and creativity as they worked towards building their prototypes within the stipulated time.

The concluding ceremony recognised the efforts and achievements of the participating teams. The winning teams were honoured with trophies, medals, certificates of achievement and prizes in the presence of faculty members and guests. The Second Runner-Up team was also among those recognised during the ceremony. All participants were appreciated for their efforts, innovative ideas and enthusiastic involvement.

Buildathon’26 offered students valuable hands-on experience in AI-driven development while strengthening their abilities in collaboration, technical implementation and problem-solving. The event reinforced Quantum University's commitment to promoting innovation, experiential learning and a culture of healthy competition, encouraging students to explore the possibilities of Artificial Intelligence in addressing real-world challenges.