AIM-ICDK Water Challenge 5.0

Atal Innovation Mission (AIM)

About this Opportunity

The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, has collaborated with Innovation Centre Denmark (ICDK), the Royal Danish Embassy in India, and the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) to launch the fifth edition of the AIM-ICDK Water Innovation Challenge! This transformative program seeks India's brightest innovators to represent our nation globally.

Selected participants will become part of the Indian cohort at the Next Generation Digital Action (NGDA) program, a global youth initiative within Digital Tech Summit 2025. They will collaborate with talented innovators from Denmark, Ghana, Kenya, Korea, Tanzania, South Africa, Colombia, and Mexico to develop digital solutions that transform societies while leaving no one behind.

The selected participants will get:

  • Fully-funded travel and accommodation in Copenhagen, Denmark
  • International exposure at the Digital Tech Summit
  • Mentorship from global experts and industry leaders
  • Cross-cultural collaboration with innovators worldwide
  • Development of interdisciplinary competencies
  • Training in sustainability, digital solutions, and universal design

Eligibility

Two specialized tracks await ambitious innovators:

Student Track

For those enrolled in Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD programs (age ≤35), this track focuses on Digital Action for Environmental and Societal Impact. Through a hybrid three-week innovation journey, you'll develop digital solutions to real sustainability challenges posed by external partners.

Entrepreneur Track

Early-stage startups (2-5 years old) in the water sector can accelerate their growth through expert mentorship, global networking, and strategic partnership opportunities. Present your water security solutions to potential investors and industry leaders

Application Process

Apply for the program here.

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