The North Eastern Regional Community Resource Management Society (NERCORMS) successfully concluded the NER Tech Hackathon 2025 on March 11 in Guwahati, Assam.
The event saw participation from 57 teams representing colleges and startups across North East India, all competing to drive 5G innovation in the region.
The hackathon was organised under the project “Deepening of Scientific Research on 5G Use Cases for Solving Challenges of Society” by NERCORMS, a society under the North Eastern Council (NEC), Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India.
Chief Guest Longki Phangcho, Member, North Eastern Council (NEC), inaugurated the event, emphasizing the role of 5G in development and economic growth in the North Eastern Region.
“The North East has immense potential for technological growth, and 5G is a key enabler,” he said.
The winners of the NER Tech Hackathon 2025 were announced, with IndiMeat from Guwahati taking home the grand prize of INR 10 lakhs.
The runners-up prize winners, each receiving INR 2 lakhs, were Nibiaa Devices from Imphal, Manipur, Nutrexeric, and AgriSure from Guwahati, Assam.
The selected teams demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills in their projects, showcasing potential real-world applications. The event was a testament to the region’s potential for technological growth and innovation.
