Agentic AI Saksham workshop at Kohima Science College concluded with AI projects and hackathon awards.
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DIMAPUR — A three-day workshop-cum-hackathon on “Agentic AI Saksham” concluded at Kohima Science College on May 9, with active participation from students, faculty members, scholars and resource persons.
The programme was organised in partnership with Capabl.in with the objective of introducing participants to emerging trends in Artificial Intelligence and providing hands-on exposure to practical AI tools and applications, the college stated in an update.
Following the inaugural session on May 7, participants attended intensive training sessions conducted by experts from Capabl.in. The sessions focused on no-code website creation and the development of AI agents using platforms such as Google AI Studio and n8n.
Students explored real-world applications of AI automation, workflow integration and digital innovation during the workshop.
On the second day, special guest Armstrong Pame visited the college. A felicitation programme was organised in his honour at the college auditorium in recognition of his initiative in conducting the workshop-cum-hackathon at the institution.
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Prior to the felicitation programme, Pame visited the workshop venue and interacted with participating students. The programme began with a welcome address by the Principal of Kohima Science College, Dr. Temjenwabang, who highlighted the objectives of the workshop and acknowledged efforts to promote technological learning and innovation among students.
Addressing the gathering, the joint secretary thanked the college administration and students for their enthusiastic participation despite ongoing examinations.
He emphasised the growing importance and future scope of Artificial Intelligence and encouraged students to learn how to create and responsibly use AI rather than depend on it for routine academic tasks.
Referring to his exposure visit to Hong Kong in August 2024, Pame shared insights on the importance of AI in education and innovation and stressed the need for its implementation in Indian educational institutions.
He also encouraged students to pursue original ideas, engage in research and startup initiatives, and effectively utilise technology in the modern world.
During the programme, faculty members and students shared testimonies on how the workshop enhanced their understanding of AI applications in areas such as website development and AI agent creation.
Participants also showcased several AI-based projects developed during the workshop, including “Mindsync AI,” a platform designed to monitor student mental wellness, along with projects titled “From Story to Animation” and “Wellness at Home.”
The final day featured the hackathon segment, where participating teams designed and developed AI agents using the tools and concepts learnt during the workshop.
Out of 26 participating teams, eight teams were shortlisted for the final presentation.
The first prize was awarded to “The Corollary,” an AI-powered study engine application developed by MSc second semester Mathematics students Rongsenchiten T Jamir, Renjung Jamir, Nitish Deb Nath and Asarhii Chachei. The application was designed to create a personalised study space for students.
The application enables users to upload their syllabus, following which the AI generates customised study roadmaps, schedules and progress-based reward points to encourage consistent learning.
“Students can also personalise their study environment by selecting different themes within the application. In addition, quizzes are integrated at the end of each study plan to help users assess their understanding and track academic progress,” it stated.
The second prize went to SentsuYanthan, a Class 11 student from Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, for creating “Hill Alert,” a landslide reporting application intended for use in Nagaland.
The third prize was awarded to MSc fourth semester Anthropology students Sentikaba and Amos Lalrolien Zote for designing “Anidex,” an AI-integrated wildlife encyclopaedia capable of identifying animals through image scanning and providing related information.
The hackathon featured a total prize pool of INR 51,000, with INR 31,000 awarded to the first prize winner, INR 15,000 to the second prize winner and INR 5,000 to the third prize winner.
The programme concluded with appreciation for all participants, organisers, mentors and resource persons for contributing towards making the workshop a successful platform for learning, innovation and technological advancement, the update added.