PANAJI: The Goa Open Innovation Challenge 2025, an initiative launched by the Startup & IT Promotion Cell under the Department of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa, announces its last call for registration, with close to 500 startups from India and across the globe already joining the movement.
This overwhelming response reflects the growing interest in Goa’s innovation ecosystem. The Challenge, which invited problem-solvers to tackle real-world challenges across sectors such as Tourism, Waste Management, Agriculture, Public Services, NABARD, and Industry, has emerged as a platform where startups, student innovators, government departments, and industry leaders converge to drive change.
Through this initiative, selected participants will gain direct piloting opportunities with government and industry stakeholders, enabling them to test, validate, and scale their solutions where it matters most.
As the Challenge moves into its next phase, an Open Forum for Startups will be held on May 7, 2025, between 2:30 PM and 3:00 PM. Startups can choose to join virtually via Google Meet or visit the IT Hub, Altinho during this time. The forum will serve as a space to raise queries, share insights, and engage in meaningful discussion. With the finale scheduled for May 30, 2025, the Goa Open Innovation Challenge 2025 has already made its mark as a bold step towards scalable innovation—positioning Goa as a ground for developing and deploying practical, technology-led solutions.
