Did you know that one pedestrian dies every hour on India’s highways? Pedestrian fatalities on National Highways have risen from 9,462 to 10,160 within a year. Despite the availability of Foot Over Bridges (FOBs), many pedestrians risk crossing highways at grade level, highlighting a critical gap in road safety.
To address this growing issue, the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH), in collaboration with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Highway Operators Association of India (HOAI), presents the Road Safety Hackathon. This initiative calls for innovative thinkers, designers, and problem-solvers to propose solutions that improve pedestrian safety and save lives on national highways.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organizers | Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH), NHAI, HOAI |
| Total Prize Pool | ₹8,00,000 |
| Eligibility | Open to college students across India; teams of 1-2 members |
| Hackathon Themes |
1. Enhancing Foot Over Bridge (FOB) Utilization 2. Surroundings Design Around FOBs 3. Pedestrian-Only FOB Solutions 4. Mixed-Mode FOB Solutions |
| Timeline |
Concept Note Submission: Jan 15, 2025 – Feb 9, 2025 Detailed Note Submission: Feb 20, 2025 – Mar 9, 2025 Semi-Finale: Date to be announced Finale: Date to be announced |
| Prize Distribution |
Winner: ₹2,00,000 1st Runner-Up: ₹1,50,000 2nd Runner-Up: ₹1,00,000 Finalists: ₹50,000 each |
| Additional Benefits |
– Exclusive internships with HOAI and its member organizations – Certificates for all participants and stage qualifiers – Opportunity to present solutions at NHAI HQ in Delhi |
| Contact | Email: support@unstop.com, communication@hoai.in |
The Growing Concern of Pedestrian Safety in India
India’s highways are vital lifelines, connecting cities and facilitating economic growth. However, they have become dangerous spaces for pedestrians. The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) has reported a significant rise in pedestrian fatalities, despite constructing Foot Over Bridges (FOBs) for safe crossing.
The alarming statistic—over 10,000 pedestrian deaths annually on highways—emphasizes the urgent need for innovative solutions. This is where the Road Safety Hackathon, launched by MoRTH in partnership with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Highway Operators Association of India (HOAI), plays a critical role.
Why Join?
This hackathon is more than a competition—it’s a mission to reduce fatalities, design safer infrastructure, and positively impact countless lives. Bring your creativity, engineering expertise, or innovative mindset to transform roads into safer spaces.
Take Action Now!
Deadline for Concept Note Submission: February 9, 2025
Don’t miss the opportunity to contribute to a safer tomorrow and claim prizes worth ₹8,00,000!
