Samsung India has announced the launch of the 2026 edition of Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC), its flagship CSR programme dedicated to equipping young people with industry-relevant skills in artificial intelligence (AI).

The 2026 edition will be implemented in collaboration with the Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI) and the Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC). Through these collaborations, Samsung aims to train 20,000 young people in AI across 10 states, expanding access to industry-relevant AI education and helping strengthen India’s future AI talent pipeline.

AI is changing how the world works —from healthcare and manufacturing to education and everyday services. As India accelerates its AI ambitions, building a skilled workforce will be essential to help more people harness the power of AI and drive innovation.

Now in its fourth year in India, SIC will provide young people aged 18–25 with hands-on AI training, project-based learning, mentorship, and exposure to real-world applications, preparing them for careers in one of the world’s fastest-growing technology domains.

“AI represents one of the greatest opportunities of our time, and India is uniquely positioned to lead this transformation through the strength of its young talent. Realising that opportunity will require sustained investment in developing the right skills, encouraging innovation and making AI education more accessible to every aspiring learner, regardless of where they come from. At Samsung, we believe technology creates its greatest impact when it empowers people. Through SIC, we are investing in the next generation of AI talent, helping young Indians build the knowledge, confidence and practical experience needed to contribute to India’s innovation journey. As we celebrate 30 years in India, we remain committed to supporting the country’s vision of becoming a global AI leader by nurturing the talent that will shape its future,” said JB Park, President and CEO, Samsung South West Asia.

As Samsung celebrates 30 years in India, the latest edition of SIC reflects the company’s long-term commitment to developing technology talent and supporting India’s emergence as a global hub for AI and innovation. Beyond technical learning, the programme is designed to cultivate problem-solving, critical thinking and collaboration, enabling participants to build practical AI solutions while enhancing their career readiness.

Launched in India in 2022, SIC has trained more than 26,500 young people across the country in emerging technologies. In 2025, the programme witnessed 48% women participation making advanced technology education more accessible to aspiring learners from diverse backgrounds.

SIC is part of Samsung’s broader commitment to strengthening India’s innovation and skilling ecosystem. Alongside initiatives such as Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, which nurtures young innovators and entrepreneurs, and Samsung DOST, which develops industry-ready talent for sales and technical service roles, Samsung continues to invest in building the skills, capabilities and innovation mindset that will help power India’s AI-driven future.

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the future of work, creating new opportunities across every industry. As demand for AI talent grows, empowering more young women with practical technology skills will be critical to building India’s next generation of innovators.

Across Maharashtra, Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) is helping make that transition possible by equipping young women with industry-relevant AI skills, hands-on learning and real-world project experience that prepares them for careers in emerging technologies.

Samsung’s flagship future-tech skilling programme has trained more than 26,500 young people across India, including over 1,000 students in Maharashtra, creating greater access to AI education and helping more young women confidently pursue careers in technology.

For Himanshi Sharma, a student at Ramrao Adik Institute of Technology (RAIT), Navi Mumbai, Samsung Innovation Campus became the bridge between classroom learning and the rapidly evolving AI industry.

“I often wondered whether my academic knowledge alone would prepare me for the rapidly evolving AI industry,” she says.

Through hands-on AI training, project-based learning and expert mentorship, Himanshi developed CareerStack AI, an AI-powered Resume Intelligence System that helps job seekers improve their applications through AI-driven insights. She has since secured an internship as an AI & Data Technology Intern at Blue Sapphire, a US-based company, contributing to client-facing and patent-filed projects.

“Instead of viewing AI as just a collection of algorithms, I learned how to build complete solutions for real-world challenges. You don’t need to know everything before you begin. What matters is the willingness to learn, stay curious and keep improving every day,” she says.

For Sunidhishree Prabhakaran, a Computer Engineering student at DY Patil Ramrao Adik Institute of Technology, the programme strengthened her technical capabilities and confidence to pursue opportunities in AI and data-driven technologies.

After completing Samsung Innovation Campus, she secured a placement at Capgemini, demonstrating how industry-aligned skilling can help young women successfully transition from education to employment.

“Samsung Innovation Campus provided me with valuable exposure to Artificial Intelligence through structured training, assignments and expert guidance. The hands-on learning experience strengthened my technical, analytical and presentation skills while helping me apply theoretical concepts to real-world challenges,” she says.

Implemented in collaboration with the Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI) and the Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC) under the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), Samsung Innovation Campus equips young people with practical skills in Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies while supporting the vision of Skill India and Digital India.

As Samsung marks 30 years in India, Samsung Innovation Campus is helping expand opportunities for young women to participate in India’s growing AI economy. By combining industry-focused learning with practical experience, the programme is enabling aspiring women technologists to build meaningful careers while contributing to a more inclusive and future-ready digital workforce.

Samsung Nepal has announced the successful completion of the latest Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) Coding & Programming programme and opened applications for a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) course, strengthening its commitment to developing Nepal’s next generation of digital talent.

The Coding & Programming course under SIC, conducted from December 22, 2025, to June 30, 2026, equipped students with hands-on technical skills, practical project experience and industry exposure. Graduates were honoured at a ceremony recognising their successful completion of the programme.

“When I attended Samsung Innovation Campus shortly after arriving in Nepal last December, I saw tremendous potential in Nepal’s young talent. Today, I am proud to see that potential turning into real achievement. As artificial intelligence reshapes every industry, developing digital talent is more important than ever. Through Samsung Innovation Campus, Samsung is equipping young people with the skills, confidence and innovative mindset to help lead Nepal’s digital future,” said Chang Uk Jung, Managing Director, Samsung Nepal.

Launched in Nepal in 2023 under Samsung’s global CSR vision, “Together for Tomorrow! Enabling People,” Samsung Innovation Campus equips young people with industry-relevant skills in emerging technologies while strengthening essential workplace capabilities such as communication, collaboration and critical thinking.

The new AI programme comes as artificial intelligence is transforming industries and creating demand for a new generation of digital professionals. Designed around practical learning and real-world applications, the course will help participants build AI capabilities while encouraging innovation to address Nepal’s evolving development needs.

Beyond the classroom, Samsung Nepal will continue supporting graduates through mentorship from Samsung employees and industry experts, innovation projects and career guidance. The company also plans to establish a Samsung Innovation Campus Alumni Network, enabling graduates to stay connected, continue learning and mentor future participants.

Samsung believes stronger collaboration between academia, industry and government will be essential to building Nepal’s AI ecosystem, expanding career opportunities and accelerating the country’s digital transformation.

Uttar Pradesh’s young innovators have earned national recognition through Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC), Samsung India’s flagship skilling programme, with Rekha K, a student from the University of Lucknow, emerging as the National Topper in Big Data. Four additional students from Uttar Pradesh were also recognized among the programme’s state-level toppers, showcasing the rise of the young innovators from the region.

Selected from over 20,000 participants trained across India, Rekha was recognized for developing Healtytics, a data-driven framework aimed at strengthening tuberculosis (TB) surveillance and intervention planning in India.

“Working on Healtytics showed me how technology and data can be used to address real-world public health challenges. The experience helped me strengthen my technical skills and gave me the confidence to build solutions with meaningful social impact. All of this would not have been possible without Samsung Innovation Campus,” said Rekha K.

Among the state-level toppers from Uttar Pradesh were Shivam Kumar Singh from the Institute of Engineering and Technology, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya University, Gorakhpur, who developed an IoT-based Smart Home Automation System, and Yasharth Prakash Srivastava, a final-year Electronics and Communication Engineering student, who built an AI and Big Data-powered Movie Recommendation System. Shivam Singh, a BCA student, trained under Coding & Programming, and Mohammed Ansari, an MCA student, enrolled in AI were also recognized for their outstanding performance under the programme.

“Samsung Innovation Campus gave me an opportunity to apply artificial intelligence and Big Data concepts through the development of a Movie Recommendation System designed to deliver personalised content recommendations based on user preferences and viewing behaviour. The programme strengthened my technical, analytical and teamwork skills while providing valuable exposure to industry-oriented innovation,“ said Yasharth Prakash Srivastava.

This year, the students were felicitated at Samsung India’s headquarters in Gurugram by Mr. JB Park, President & CEO, Samsung Southwest Asia. They also had the opportunity to explore Samsung’s innovation ecosystem through visits to Samsung R&D Institute, Noida, Samsung R&D Institute Delhi and Samsung Design Delhi, where they interacted with technology leaders and gained insights into Samsung’s design philosophy, user-centric innovation processes and next-generation product development.

The achievements of these students reflect Uttar Pradesh’s growing focus on fostering innovation, digital skills and technology-led problem solving among youth, highlighting the transformative impact of access to emerging technology education and industry-relevant skilling opportunities.

Shri Yogi Adityanath, Honourable Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, had earlier welcomed Samsung Innovation Campus in the state, saying, “Skill development of the youth is a key priority of the Government of Uttar Pradesh. We welcome this initiative by Samsung that will impart employment-oriented future-tech skills to our students. Samsung has been a strong partner of Uttar Pradesh for many years, and this programme will further strengthen our bond.”

Samsung Innovation Campus is part of Samsung’s global citizenship initiative and focuses on providing technology training, project-based learning and industry exposure to young learners. The programme aims to equip students with skills in emerging technologies while encouraging innovation and problem-solving.

For SIC 2025, Samsung India felicitated 30 outstanding students from across the country under the Samsung Innovation Campus programme, awarding each topper ₹1 lakh for exceptional performance in the four courses — Artificial Intelligence (AI), Coding & Programming, Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data.

Samsung Innovation Campus toppers with [L-R] Shubham Mukherjee, Head Corporate Communication and Corporate Citizenship, Samsung Southwest Asia, JB Park, President & CEO, Samsung Southwest Asia and SP Chun, Corporate Vice President, Samsung Southwest Asia

Samsung India felicitated 30 outstanding students from across the country under the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme, awarding each topper ₹1 lakh for exceptional performance in each of the four courses­ — Artificial Intelligence (AI), Coding & Programming, Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data.

The awardees included four national toppers, along with 26 state-level toppers and one social media champion, selected from 20,000 students trained through Samsung Innovation Campus, the company’s flagship CSR programme. The students selected from the 2025 cohort represent 10 states, reflecting the growing spread of technology talent beyond India’s traditional innovation hubs

The toppers were felicitated at Samsung India’s headquarters in Gurugram in the presence of JB Park, President and CEO, Samsung Southwest Asia. “When I look at all of you, I do not just see students. I see future engineers, creators, entrepreneurs, researchers and perhaps future CEOs. AI, coding and data are no longer skills of tomorrow; they are skills of today. Innovation requires curiosity, resilience and the courage to learn from failure. Keep learning, keep adapting and keep moving forward,” said JB Park, President and CEO, Samsung Southwest Asia, at the event.

Aligned with the Government of India’s Skill India and Digital India missions, Samsung Innovation Campus is Samsung’s flagship CSR initiative focused on building future-ready technology skills among the youth. As a partner in India’s growth story, Samsung continues to invest in talent, strengthen local ecosystems, and work closely with education and skilling institutions to create a digitally empowered and innovation-led Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

The stories behind the toppers reflected how technology education can unlock new possibilities.

Aishwarya Sanjay from Karnataka, pursuing a Master’s degree in Agricultural Extension Education, used her learning from the programme to develop an AI-driven model aimed at improving market access for farmers through community-supported agriculture.

Shivam Singh from Uttar Pradesh explored IoT, cybersecurity and automation technologies through the programme, building projects ranging from home automation systems to cybersecurity models, experiences that helped him secure an internship with National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India.

Similarly, Dev Uppal from Delhi and Vanshika Raghav from Haryana credited Samsung Innovation Campus with helping them apply classroom learning to real-world challenges while strengthening their confidence, analytical thinking and technical capabilities.

Besides the award ceremony at the Samsung Head Office, the students also had the opportunity to explore Samsung’s innovation ecosystem through visits to Samsung R&D Institute Noida, Samsung R&D Institute Delhi and Samsung Design Delhi. They interacted with technology leaders to understand how the skills gained through Samsung Innovation Campus can be applied to solve real-world challenges. They also gained insights into Samsung’s design philosophy, user-centric innovation processes, and next-generation product development.
  

Through structured training in AI, Coding & Programming, IoT and Big Data, the programme equips students with industry-relevant skills while fostering innovation, critical thinking and digital leadership. As India accelerates its digital transformation, Samsung Innovation Campus continues to create pathways for young talent to access technology education, mentorship and opportunities, helping build the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.

The event also included Madhvendra Singh, CEO, Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI) and Lt Gen Kulbhushan H Gawas, CEO, Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC). SIC is implemented in collaboration with the ESSCI and TSSC, two sector skill councils, responsible for defining industry skill standards, certifications and workforce development under the country’s Skill India ecosystem. 

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced that 5,000 students in Tamil Nadu have been trained and certified under its flagship Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme, reinforcing its commitment to building a future-ready workforce and supporting the state’s growing electronics and innovation ecosystem.

SIC equips students with industry-relevant, future-tech skills across high-demand domains — Artificial Intelligence (2,200), Coding and Programming (1,700), Big Data (600) and Internet of Things (500) — enabling them to transition more effectively from education to employment. In addition, it focuses on soft skills to boost employability, combining technical training with modules on problem-solving, communication and workplace readiness.

Tamil Nadu accounts for nearly one-fourth of the 20,000 youth trained across India under the programme, underlining the state’s importance as a key hub for technology, manufacturing and skilled talent development. Notably, 71% of the participants in Tamil Nadu are women, reflecting strong progress in expanding access to technology education and enabling more women to participate in the digital economy.

Training and certification were conducted in collaboration with leading institutions across the state, including University of Madras, Anna University, Queen Mary’s College (Chennai), Mohamed Sathak AJ College of Engineering (Chennai), and KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology (Coimbatore).

“India’s growth story is being shaped by its young, skilled workforce, with Tamil Nadu playing a leading role in this transformation. As technology reshapes industries, the need for a future-ready workforce is more critical than ever. Building digital skills at scale, while ensuring inclusion, will be key to sustaining India’s growth momentum. As Samsung completes 30 years in India, we are enabling youth to develop capabilities aligned with the evolving needs of the global economy through Samsung Innovation Campus,” said Shubham Mukherjee, Head of CSR and Corporate Communications, Samsung Southwest Asia.

The programme continues to expand its reach, training and certifying 20,000 youth across the country. Nationally, SIC has witnessed around 48% women participation, reflecting Samsung’s commitment to building an inclusive and equitable technology ecosystem. The programme is implemented in collaboration with ESSCI and the TSSC through accredited training partners.

SIC, together with initiatives such as Samsung Solve for Tomorrow and Samsung DOST, is helping strengthen India’s digital skilling ecosystem—empowering young innovators to learn, build, and shape the future through technology. Marking 30 years in India, Samsung continues to strengthen its commitment to advancing education and digital inclusion.

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has certified 1,000 students in Maharashtra under its flagship CSR programme, Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC), marking a significant step in strengthening the state’s digital skilling ecosystem and advancing the Government’s national skilling agenda.

The milestone also represents the first large-scale certification initiative of Samsung innovation Campus in the state, with students trained in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Coding & Programming two critical pillars of the digital economy. A total of 127 students from Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), 373 students from Pimpri Chinchwad University, 250 students from D. Y. Patil University’s Ramrao Adik Institute of Technology and 250 students from Anjuman-I-islam’s Kalsekar Technical Campus successfully completed the programme, gaining hands-on, industry-aligned skills to solve real-world challenges.

Building on this technical foundation, the programme integrates soft skills training and career readiness modules, ensuring that students are not only job-ready but future-ready. This holistic approach reflects Samsung’s focus on bridging the gap between academic learning and industry expectations. Marking 30 years in India, Samsung continues to strengthen its commitment to advancing education and digital inclusion.

“India’s digital growth story will ultimately be shaped by the quality of its talent pipeline. As technologies like Al move from the periphery to the core of industries, skilling must evolve from basic training to building real world capability. At Samsung, we see programmes like Innovation Campus not just as education initiatives but as platforms to bridge this gap-combining deep tech learning with employability and problem-solving skills. This milestone in Maharashtra reflects how industry and academia can come together to create a future-ready workforce that is both globally competitive and locally relevant,” said Shubham Mukherjee, Head, CSR & Corporate Communications, Samsung Southwest Asia.

Launched in India in 2022, Samsung Innovation Campus is designed to democratise access to future-tech education by combining classroom learning with mentorship and project-based application. As the programme expands its footprint, it continues to empower young people across regions with the tools and confidence to participate in and shape-India’s digital growth story.

Aligned with this vision, Samsung Innovation Campus is scaling rapidly across India, having achieved the target of training 20,000 youth in 2025. The flagship CSR programme has also recorded 48% women participation nationally, underscoring Samsung’s commitment to building an inclusive and equitable technology ecosystem.

Implemented in collaboration with the Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI) and the Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC), the initiative is part of Samsung’s broader effort to strengthen India’s skilling landscape.

Alongside programmes such as Samsung Solve for Tomorrow and Samsung DOST, it continues to nurture a new generation of innovators-equipped not just with technical skills but with the mindset to learn, build, and lead in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven world.

Samsung R&D Institute India, Bangalore (SRI-B) announced the continued rollout of its Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme across leading academic institutions, in line with our Global CSR vision is ‘Together for Tomorrow! Enabling People’, reaffirming its commitment to empowering youth with future-ready digital skills and creating meaningful opportunities for the next generation.

As part of this initiative, SRI-B has onboarded six premier institutions in the current financial year, including NITTE Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Christ (Deemed to be University), RV College of Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, BMS College of Engineering, and Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering. With this, the programme is now actively being run across 15 colleges in total. Notably, SRM Institute of Science and Technology is the only participating institution from Tamil Nadu under SRI-B’s Samsung Innovation Campus initiative this year, with the remaining colleges based in Karnataka.

Samsung Innovation Campus is Samsung’s global CSR and skilling initiative, launched in September 2022, aimed at equipping young learners with advanced digital skills. The programme offers specialised training across core technology domains, including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Internet of Things (IoT), Coding and Programming.

The AI/ML curriculum covers neural networks, machine learning, data processing, and hands-on AI projects, while the IoT track focuses on sensors, connectivity, cloud integration, and smart device development. Students are also trained in programming fundamentals, including Python, data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles. Courses under the programme typically span six months and are delivered with mentorship from SRI-B experts.

As Samsung marks 30 years in India, the programme reflects the company’s continued focus on empowering youth and strengthening grassroots innovation ecosystems across India.

Commenting on the initiative, Mohan Rao Goli, Managing Director and CVP, Samsung R&D Institute India, Bangalore, said, “SIC bridges the gap between academia and industry, aligning with government’s Skill India and Digital India visions. This 2026 initiative to six colleges will create a robust talent pipeline, fostering innovation and employability for the next generation.”

In India, our Citizenship programs are inspired by our corporate vision of ‘Powering Digital India’. India is a vibrant and young country with soaring aspirations, and to give wings to every dream our CSR efforts are focused on two domains: Smart Education and Skilling Youth. All our CSR programs aim to provide people equal access to the knowledge, skills, and the resources required to shape a better future for the community and build a New India.

Aligned with the government’s Skill India and Digital India missions, the initiative underscores Samsung’s commitment to fostering innovation, enhancing employability, and contributing to India’s digital growth story.

Nationally, the programme has recorded around 48% women participation, reflecting Samsung’s commitment to building an inclusive and equitable technology ecosystem. Along with technical training in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and programming, the programme also offers soft-skills training to help students become workplace-ready.

Together with initiatives such as Samsung Solve for Tomorrow and Samsung Innovation Campus is helping strengthen India’s digital skilling ecosystem, empowering young innovators to learn, build, and shape the future through technology.

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, is hosting a series of regional hackathons in Haryana under its flagship Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme, highlighting its continued efforts to equip young innovators with future-ready capabilities and accelerate grassroots technology development in the state.

Launched in 2022, Samsung Innovation Campus expands access to advanced technology training for youth, combining technical skills with employability-focused learning. As Samsung marks 30 years in India, the programme reflects the company’s continued focus on empowering youth and strengthening grassroots innovation ecosystems across 10 states.

In Haryana, hackathons are being conducted in Gurugram, Farrukhnagar, Manesar, and Karnal, with participation from students enrolled in the Coding & Programming track of Samsung Innovation Campus. Across 10 states in India, the programme has eqnrolled 7,000 Coding & Programming students, of which over 6000 have already participated in hackathons, reflecting strong engagement in hands-on innovation and future-ready skillset.

100 coding and programming students participated in Farrukhnagar hackathon and applied AI in coding & programming to build solutions spanning smart mobility, personalised skilling pathways, and predictive agricultural intelligence, demonstrating the potential of technology to address real-world societal and industry challenges.

Inspiring Voices from the Jury and Academia

“In a rapidly evolving technology landscape, Samsung Innovation Campus is playing a crucial role in helping students develop practical skills through hands-on competitions such as hackathons. These innovation-driven platforms encourage students to build real-world solutions and prepare them for the future workforce. This reflects the immense potential of students and the impact of empowering initiatives like Samsung Innovation Campus,” said Rohit Rana, Vice Chairman, St. Andrews Institute of Technology and Management.

“The quality of ideas and technical execution demonstrated by students was highly encouraging. It was inspiring to see participants apply coding and AI concepts to solve complex real-world problems across diverse domains. Platforms like Samsung Innovation Campus play a critical role in bridging the gap between academic learning and industry expectations,” said Maninder Singh, Technical General Manager, SRI-N and Jury Member.

Samsung’s Commitment to Future Skills

Samsung Innovation Campus is Samsung’s global CSR initiative designed to equip young people with in-demand technology skills such as Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, and Coding & Programming.

Through initiatives like hackathons, workshops, and certification programmes, Samsung continues to empower India’s youth with future-ready capabilities and contribute to the nation’s growing digital ecosystem.

Implemented in partnership with the Telecom Sector Skills Council (TSSC), Samsung Innovation Campus supports Samsung’s vision of strengthening India’s digital ecosystem. With a target to skill 1,500 youth in Haryana through SIC, as part of a national goal of 20,000, Samsung continues to build a strong innovation pipeline alongside other CSR programmes such as Samsung Solve for Tomorrow and Samsung DOST.

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, is hosting a series of regional hackathons in Tamil Nadu under its flagship Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing innovation and building a future-ready talent pipeline in the state.

The initiative has engaged over 350 students from leading institutions, including Anna University, Grace College of Engineering, and Mangayarkarasi College, who are undergoing intensive training and certification in emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and Big Data. The hackathons are enabling students to apply these skills to solve real-world challenges through innovation-led thinking.

Launched in 2022, Samsung Innovation Campus expands access to advanced technology training for youth, combining technical skills with employability-focused learning. As Samsung marks 30 years in India, the programme reflects the company’s continued focus on empowering youth and strengthening grassroots innovation ecosystems across key states such as Tamil Nadu.

Driving Innovation Through Real-World Problem Solving

Designed around key societal themes, the hackathons are encouraging students to develop practical, scalable solutions addressing everyday challenges.

In the mental health and healthcare category, students from Mangayarkarasi College have developed RiseUp Chat, an AI-powered chatbot aimed at supporting adolescent mental well-being. Meanwhile, a team from Grace College has built an Immunization Recorder to improve vaccination tracking and healthcare accessibility.

Focusing on language and accessibility, students have created BhashaBridge, an AI-driven platform capable of translating English to Tamil with high accuracy, helping bridge digital access gaps for regional language users.

Addressing sustainability and civic challenges, students from Anna University have developed Recycle Hub, a web-based e-waste management platform promoting responsible disposal and circular economy practices. Another team has built an E-Governance Citizen Feedback System to streamline civic complaint tracking and improve infrastructure management.

“Through initiatives like Samsung Innovation Campus, we are nurturing young talent in Tamil Nadu to become innovators of tomorrow. These hackathons transform academic learning into meaningful innovation, equipping students with the capabilities required to thrive in the global digital economy,” said Shubham Mukherjee, Head of CSR & Corporate Communications, Samsung Southwest Asia.

Strengthening Industry-Ready Talent at the Grassroots

Academic leaders have highlighted the programme’s role in bridging the gap between theoretical learning and industry requirements.

“Collaborations between academia and industry are critical to building digital competence and innovation capabilities among students. Initiatives like Samsung Innovation Campus have strong potential to create a future-ready talent pool at the grassroots level in Tamil Nadu,” said Dr. K. Saravanan, Associate Professor, College of Engineering, Guindy, Anna University.

Echoing this, Dr. T. Sree Sharmila, Associate Professor, Anna University noted that students are demonstrating an ability to translate classroom learning into practical solutions. “What stands out is their ability to move beyond theory and design technology-led solutions addressing real-world challenges—from healthcare to sustainability.”

Faculty members also emphasised the broader impact of the programme on student confidence and creativity. “It is encouraging to see students think beyond technology and focus on community impact. The programme is fostering creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills among young learners,” said S Abarna from Grace College of Engineering.

Advancing Digital India Through Skilling and Innovation

Implemented with the Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI), Samsung Innovation Campus supports Samsung’s vision of strengthening India’s digital ecosystem. With a target to skill 5,000 youth in Tamil Nadu through SIC, as part of a national goal of 20,000, Samsung continues to build a strong innovation pipeline along with other CSR programmes such as Samsung Solve for Tomorrow and Samsung DOST.