Telangana AI Rising Grand Challenge

The Telangana AI Rising Grand Challenge is a complementary initiative to TGDeX, comprising of 6 problem statements/ use-cases.

It offers startups a unique opportunity to work on critical issues in sectors like healthcare, education, transportation and beyond.

The Challenge is an invaluable opportunity for startups to gain visibility, credibility and a powerful launchpad for growth. Don’t miss this chance to make a meaningful impact while accelerating your startup’s journey!

Objectives

• Automate Image Analysis: Develop AI models that can automatically detect and classify abnormalities in medical images (e.g., X-rays, CT/MRI scans) related to TB, COPD, lung cancer, and silicosis.
• Prioritize Critical Cases: Implement triage systems to prioritize high-risk cases, flagging them for immediate review by healthcare professionals.
• Integrate with Existing Systems: Ensure seamless integration of AI solutions with existing clinical workflows and hospital IT systems (e.g., PACS), including user-friendly interfaces for non-technical staff.
• Streamline Diagnostic Processes: Shorten the time required for diagnoses and support more consistent outcomes using AI-enabled tools.
• Ensure Scalability and Accessibility: Make AI solutions accessible in both urban and remote areas, ensuring compatibility with limited infrastructure such as internet connectivity or hardware in rural settings.

Use Cases

• AI-Powered Medical Imaging Diagnostics
• AI-Powered High-Risk Pregnancy Prediction & Intervention
• AI Chatbot for MSME Scheme Guidance
• Optimizing Public Transport Utilization with AI
• AI-Based Interactive Vocabulary Learning for Multilingual Classrooms
• AI-Powered Document Verification for Property Registration

Rewards

• Prize: ₹15 Lakhs Financial Aid per Use Case
• Recognition: Mentorship for winners & Potential Funding of ₹10Cr by Peak XV
• Pilot: Real-World Pilot Implementation Opportunity with Govt. Of Telangana

Expected Outcomes

• Faster Diagnostic Turnaround: Reduced wait times for imaging results, allowing for timely interventions and treatments.
• Improved Diagnostic Accuracy: AI-driven insights to support more accurate and consistent identification of TB, COPD, lung cancer, and silicosis in medical images.
• Reduced Radiologist Workload: Automation of routine image analysis tasks, enabling radiologists to focus on high-priority cases and complex diagnoses.
• Increased Healthcare Access: Enable healthcare facilities in remote or resource-constrained areas to conduct AI-powered diagnostics even with limited infrastructure.
• Compliance with health data protection laws.
• Scalable Integration: A sustainable solution that can be expanded across multiple healthcare facilities with seamless integration into existing systems.

Eligibility Criteria

• The startup should not be older than 10 years from the date of incorporation. (April 1, 2015)
• The proposed solution must incorporate an AI first approach.
• The startup must be headquartered in India
• Open to bootstrapped and funded startups (Angel to Series A). Annual revenue must not exceed ₹100 crore.
• Must be willing to collaborate with government and industry partners for real-world deployment.

For more information, visit Telangana Government.