Registration is Open Now. Registration deadline extended by 15 days. Last Date of Registration is 15th August, 2025.
Join a dynamic community of river enthusiasts - including
students, researchers, and technologists - united by a common
goal: to tackle the pressing challenges facing our rivers.
Through the use of advanced LiDAR technology, Riverathon invites
participants to map, analyze, and craft forward-thinking
solutions aimed at creating a healthier and more resilient river
ecosystem. From flood prevention to biodiversity enhancement,
your ideas can make a lasting impact.
This is more than just a competition - it’s a movement.
Riverathon offers a vibrant platform to collaborate with
like-minded innovators, sharpen your skills, and contribute to
meaningful environmental change. It's your opportunity to
combine creativity with purpose and play an active role in
shaping the future of river conservation.
Riverathon 1.0, the flagship event under the Namami Gange
Programme, is the first-ever hackathon dedicated to rivers using
LiDAR data provided by the Survey of India. It brings together
diverse minds from engineering, environmental science, data
analytics, and innovation to reimagine the future of our rivers.
At its core, Riverathon promotes a multidisciplinary approach
that blends cutting-edge technology with policy insights and
community engagement - all aligned with the United Nations’
Sustainable Development Goals. By participating, you’re not just
competing - you’re contributing to water conservation, climate
resilience, and the revival of our ecosystems.
Using LiDAR to understand flood dynamics and propose strategies to restore natural floodplains.
Identifying sediment deposition and erosion patterns for effective riverbed and riverbank.
Leveraging LiDAR to analyze riparian zones and support biodiversity conservation initiatives.
Developing early warning systems for floods, landslides, and other river-related natural disasters.
Analyze riparian vegetation dynamics, assess ecological health, and develop strategies for riparian zone restoration and management.
Identify vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, assess flood risks, and develop strategies.
Create virtual representations of urban-river systems to improve understanding and management.
Track the impacts of climate change on river ecosystems and develop adaptation strategies.
Exciting prizes and recognition await the most innovative solutions!
Rs. 3,50,000 + Certificate + Mentorship
Rs. 1,50,000 + Certificate + Mentorship
Rs. 50,000 + Certificate
Rs. 50,000 + Certificate
Winning projects will get a chance to be further evaluated for mentorship, funding, or partnership opportunities to develop the innovative solutions for larger application.
Riverathon welcomes participation from students, researchers,
and innovators who are deeply committed to environmental
sustainability, technological innovation, and impactful
problem-solving.
• Full-time undergraduate students enrolled in any discipline at
recognized universities or institutions across India.
• Full-time postgraduate students enrolled in any discipline at
recognized universities or institutions across India.
All applicants must be Indian nationals and are required to
provide valid proof of nationality, such as an Aadhaar card,
Passport, Voter ID, or any other government-issued
identification document.