National Innovation Award is an opportunity for young entrepreneurs to present their innovative ideas related to 8 thematic areas with a specific focus on Eco-Innovation.
= Food Security
Agriculture & Nutrition, Sustainable food eco-system.
= Water Management & Sustainability
Irrigation, Water conservation, Waste & Water Treatment.
= Climate Change & Environment
Climate Mitigation, Disaster Management, Metro-scale pollution reduction, climate modelling.
= Information Technology & Telecom
Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Disparities in access of technology, 5G, healthcare using ICT.
= Sociology & Philosophy
Intellectual heritage, material culture, future of work and family, politics, gender, population
= Urban Planning
Preservation of urban space and life, Planning of Second Tier Cities, Transportation, Waste Collection.
= Innovative Governance & Reforms
Responsiveness to Citizen Services, Citizen Scorecards.
= Sustainable Energy
Electric mobility, Smart energy, Transmission and Grid issues.