Building on its successful legacy, the NLDS ULIP Logixtics Hackathon 2.0 captivated over 4,700 innovators, challenging them to develop revolutionary solutions to transform India’s complex logistics landscape. One month after its launch, this groundbreaking initiative, led by NLDSL in collaboration with Niti Aayog—Atal Innovation Mission and Startup India, aims to leverage innovation and technology to tackle critical challenges plaguing India’s logistics sector.
There is great anticipation for the solutions that will transform India’s logistics sector
Overwhelming Response and the Road Ahead
The NLDS ULIP Logistics Hackathon 2.0 has garnered an impressive response, with over 4700 innovators participating from across India. Shortlisted teams are now preparing for the prototype development round using ULIP APIs to create innovative solutions. In December, the grand finale will showcase the top 10 teams presenting their ideas, with winners announced. There is great anticipation for the solutions that will transform India’s logistics sector.
A Well-Attended Launch Sets the Stage
The launch event, chaired by Rajeev Singh Thakur, DPIIT, attracted a strong response from the industry, with over 1800 attendees participating in the opening session, both in person and online, demonstrating significant interest in the hackathon.
Building Upon the Legacy of Hackathon 1.0
Building on the success of the first ULIP Logistics Hackathon, Hackathon 2.0 unites developers, startups, and industry players once again. This year, the focus is on addressing key logistics issues, including sustainability, streamlining supply chains, unifying documentation, using AI and ML for efficiency, and exploring IoT, automation, and robotics, all aimed at transforming India’s logistics landscape. Rajeev Singh Thakur expressed excitement for NLDS ULIP Logistics Hackathon 2.0, calling it a platform for creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Rajat Kumar Saini, CEO & MD, NICDC, and Chairman, NLDSL, urged innovators to join the hackathon, tackle challenges, and create solutions using ULIP. Girish Kumar Surpur, CEO & Director, NLDSL, emphasised innovation as the key to India’s logistics evolution, encouraging participants to contribute to this transformation.
About NLDSL
NICDC Logistics Data Services Ltd. (NLDSL) is at the forefront of transforming India’s logistics sector with innovative solutions like the Logistics Data Bank (LDB) and ULIP. By utilising advanced technology, NLDSL has improved efficiency, transparency, and digitisation in the industry. Founded on December 30, 2015, the company’s main goal is to use information and communication technology (ICT) to enhance efficiency in the Indian logistics sector. NLDSL is a joint venture between the Government of India, represented by the National Industrial Corridor Development and Implementation Trust (NICDIT), and the Japanese IT company NEC Corporation.
About ULIP
ULIP is a digital gateway that enables industry players to access logistics-related data from various government systems through API-based integration. The platform currently integrates with 38 systems from 11 ministries via 121 APIs, covering over 1800 data fields. Private sector participation has greatly enhanced ULIP’s impact, with more than 1000 companies registered on the ULIP portal (www.goulip.in). These companies have developed over 100 applications, resulting in more than 54 crore API transactions.
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