Policing Gets Smart: CM Naidu Opens Door to High-Tech Solutions at Andhra Hackathon

On June 27, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu will officially open the Andhra Pradesh Police’s national-level AI hackathon at RVR & JC College of Engineering in Guntur. This three-day event is all about bringing together sharp minds from across India and beyond to solve real challenges in policing and public service using artificial intelligence.

 

Here’s what you need to know:

 

Big Vision, Big Names: Chandrababu Naidu is personally leading the charge, showing how serious he is about using technology to make government smarter and more effective. He’s well known for his push to turn Andhra Pradesh into a tech-forward state, and this hackathon is another step in that direction.

 

Solving Real Problems: The hackathon will focus on eight key policing challenges, all picked by senior police officers and experts from 4SightsAI. These aren’t just theoretical puzzles—they’re real issues that could actually make a difference for the police and the public.

 

Open to Everyone: More than 60 teams from startups, IT companies, and universities—both in India and abroad—have signed up. The organizers are making it easy for everyone to join by covering accommodation and keeping the event free.

 

Prizes and Recognition: The best teams will get a share of a ₹10 lakh prize pool and certificates. Their work will be judged by a panel that includes top police officers, IT pros, and academics.

 

Not Just a One-Time Thing: This isn’t just a flashy event. The government plans to test the winning ideas in real police districts and, if they work, roll them out across the state. There’s even a new R&D wing called PRISM to keep the innovation going.

 

Tech in Action: Andhra Pradesh Police are already using drones and more cameras to keep people safe. The hackathon is expected to bring in even more smart solutions, making policing more effective and transparent.

 

This is a big move for Andhra Pradesh, showing how technology can help keep people safe and make government work better for everyone.

 

Source: The New Indian Express, The Hans India, The Print