IndiaAI Hackathon Launched to Boost AI-Driven Mineral Exploration
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In a major step towards modernizing mineral discovery in India, IndiaAI, an Independent Business Division under the Digital India Corporation (DIC), Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY), in collaboration with the Geological Survey of India (GSI), Ministry of Mines, has launched the IndiaAI Hackathon on Mineral Targeting.
This initiative aims to harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to enhance mineral exploration and geological analysis. Participants will work with multi-parametric geoscience datasets, including geology, geophysics, geochemistry, remote sensing, and borehole data, to identify hidden and deep-seated ore bodies. The hackathon focuses on locating critical minerals like Rare Earth Elements (REE), Nickel-Platinum Group Elements (Ni-PGE), and copper, along with other valuable resources such as diamond, iron, manganese, and gold. The designated exploration area covers 39,000 sq. km across Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
Participants, including startups, companies, academic institutions, research bodies, and individuals, will develop AI/ML algorithms for data processing, integration, and predictive modeling. The goal is to generate mineral predictive maps that visualize potential exploration targets.
The hackathon offers lucrative prizes, with ₹10 lakh for the first-place winner, ₹7 lakh for second place, and ₹5 lakh for third place. A special prize of ₹5 lakh is reserved for an all-women team if none secure the top three positions.
This initiative aligns with IndiaAI’s mission to promote AI-driven innovation in critical sectors, advancing India’s mining capabilities. The deadline for submissions is May 12, 2025. For details, visit IndiaAI.
Source: PIB
