Panaji, March 24 -- The Department of Information & Technology, Electronics & Communications has launched the Goa Open Innovation Challenge, a nationwide hackathon aimed at solving challenges faced by government departments.

The initiative invites startups and innovators from across India to collaborate with government departments and local industries to develop real-world solutions.

The two-month program, set to commence on March 28, aims to leverage emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to address critical issues across sectors like tourism, industries, law and order, agriculture, and sustainable energy.

While specific challenges have not been outlined, the government is k...