Mission Y4 Prakasam Police Hackathon 2026

students, innovators, developers, startups, researchers, and technology professionals to create innovative solutions for real-world public safety and policing challenges using Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Automation, and Emerging Technologies. Who Should Apply Open to B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, B.Sc, and Diploma students, as well as IT professionals, startups, innovators, and technology enthusiasts. Team participation is mandatory with exactly 3 members per team. Tracks / Themes The hackathon theme is "Secure Tomorrow with Next-Generation AI". Participants can choose from 13 challenge statements covering: - AI-Based Social Media Fake Profile & Identity Detection - Smart Vehicle Number Plate Verification System - AI-Powered Crime Detection in Crowded Public Areas - Criminal Investigation & Suspect Tracking - Cybercrime Detection & Digital Fraud - Women, Child & Senior Citizen Safety - Smart Surveillance & Space Monitoring - Crowd Management & Riot Prevention - Traffic Management & Road Safety - Emergency Response & Police Dispatch - Digital Evidence & Investigation Automation - Organized Crime & Narcotics Intelligence - Public Safety & Threat Detection Format & Timeline The hackathon is fully online. Key dates: - Registration Deadline: 25 June 2026 - Project Submission Deadline: 28 June 2026 - Shortlisted Teams Announcement: 30 June 2026 - Grand Finale & Top 10 Presentations: 12 July 2026 (at SP Office, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh) Submissions require a project presentation (PPT), a 2–3 minute demo video, and a public GitHub repository with complete source code and documentation. Prizes - 1st Prize: ₹5,000 - 2nd Prize: ₹2,000 - 3rd Prize: ₹1,000 - Surprise Prize: To be revealed during the Grand Finale Eligibility Open to students, professionals, startups, and innovators. Teams must consist of exactly 3 members. Registration is free. How to Apply Register through the official Unstop page before 25 June 2026. All team members must join the official hackathon community to receive the project submission form.