Kolkata: (Report- Sanatan Mahakud): Heritage Institute of Technology, Kolkata proudly announces that its student team “Team Waterloo” has been declared National Winners at the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2025 for the NCIIPC India (A unit of NTRO) Problem Statement – SIH25232 (Software edition). The team was felicitated on stage by the Chairman of AICTE, Prof. T.G. Sitharam, during the national ceremony. 
The team developed an advanced illegal mining detection and analysis platform, integrating:
Their solution was appreciated for its accuracy, speed, technical depth, and real-world relevance.
Selected from over 72,000 ideas and 68,000+ teams nationwide, this victory marks a significant accomplishment for the institute and reinforces Heritage Institute of Technology’s commitment to innovation and national problem solving.
From 72,165 ideas and 1,360 national finalists, this accomplishment places Heritage among the highest performers in SIH 2025 — one of the most competitive editions ever.
The winning team members are:
Ankit Kumar, Soumyadipta Dey (Lead), Jitaditya Ray, Samadrita Ghosal, Mayukh Sen, and Arnab Ghosh.
The entire teams were mentored by Prof. Joydeb Hazra SPOC, Smart India Hackathon, HITK and Prof. Mousiki Kar from Heritage Institute of Technology.
"At Heritage, we believe in cultivating innovation that goes beyond the classroom. Securing the top spot at the Smart India Hackathon, amidst such a massive field of talent, stands as a testament to that commitment. This is a defining milestone that brings immense honor to our entire institutional community. Our students have demonstrated technical excellence, resilience under pressure, and the ability to solve real national challenges. Heritage Institute of Technology will continue to support and empower such transformative ideas.” — Shri P.K. Agarwal, CEO, Heritage Group of Institutions
The team developed an advanced illegal mining detection and analysis platform, integrating:
- SAR-based deep-learning detection
- DEM-driven volumetric analysis
- Automated illegal-mining assessment
- 2D/3D geospatial visualization
- Offline-ready analytical environment
Their solution was appreciated for its accuracy, speed, technical depth, and real-world relevance.
Selected from over 72,000 ideas and 68,000+ teams nationwide, this victory marks a significant accomplishment for the institute and reinforces Heritage Institute of Technology’s commitment to innovation and national problem solving.
From 72,165 ideas and 1,360 national finalists, this accomplishment places Heritage among the highest performers in SIH 2025 — one of the most competitive editions ever.
The winning team members are:
Ankit Kumar, Soumyadipta Dey (Lead), Jitaditya Ray, Samadrita Ghosal, Mayukh Sen, and Arnab Ghosh.
The entire teams were mentored by Prof. Joydeb Hazra SPOC, Smart India Hackathon, HITK and Prof. Mousiki Kar from Heritage Institute of Technology.
"At Heritage, we believe in cultivating innovation that goes beyond the classroom. Securing the top spot at the Smart India Hackathon, amidst such a massive field of talent, stands as a testament to that commitment. This is a defining milestone that brings immense honor to our entire institutional community. Our students have demonstrated technical excellence, resilience under pressure, and the ability to solve real national challenges. Heritage Institute of Technology will continue to support and empower such transformative ideas.” — Shri P.K. Agarwal, CEO, Heritage Group of Institutions
“The SIH 2025 win showcases the true strength of our learning ecosystem. Their ability to adapt, innovate, and deliver a complex solution within extreme time constraints showcases the quality of engineering education at Heritage. We congratulate Team Waterloo for bringing this national honour to the institute.” — Prof. Basab Chaudhuri, Principal, Heritage Institute of Technology
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