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Hackfest 2025: Securing Bharath

Cyber security solutions to protect mass of Indian population from fraud and financial loss.

June 09 - July 27, 2025
Virtual + Smart City Summit

Context of the Event

Theme: Securing Bharath – Fortifying the Digital Frontier

Why This Matters?

"India is digitizing faster than it is securing. From UPI transactions in rural markets to IoT-enabled Smart Cities, our digital footprint is vast—and vulnerable. Hackfest 2025 is not just a hackathon; it is a national defense initiative."

Focus Areas

Fraud Prevention, Smart Infrastructure, Identity Trust.

Challenge Tracks

Track A: Financial Fortress

Challenge: Anti-Vishing System (The "Grandparent" Test).

Track B: Smart City Sentinel

Challenge: Securing Public Wi-Fi & IoT Grids.

Track C: The Trust Layer

Challenge: Combating Financial Deepfakes.

Event Schedule

Phase Dates Key Activities
Week 1-3 June 9 - June 29 Launch, Education, Selection
Week 4-5 June 30 - July 13 The Build (Hackathon), Validation
Week 6 July 27 The Summit (Finale)

800+

Teams

6 Weeks

Duration

20

Finalists

Pilot

Smart City Implementation