Opportunity brief
Description:
- The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, renowned for its academic excellence, is set to host the 33rd edition of Techkriti, Asia's largest technical and entrepreneurial festival, from January 28 to January 31, 2027. Techkriti'27 will bring together top talent from across the country to compete, collaborate, and innovate in technology and entrepreneurship.
- The festival's competitions, divided into Technical, Entrepreneurial, and Miscellaneous categories, include events like Robogames, Takeoff, Software Corner, ECDC, Business Events, Trading, and MUN. These competitions aim to foster creativity and technical expertise among participants while providing a platform for real-world problem-solving and skill development.
- Techkriti also features workshops led by industry experts, covering topics such as AI, ML, Ethical Hacking, Stock Investment, and Prompt Engineering (ChatGPT). These sessions will help students stay updated on the latest advancements in technology and entrepreneurship.
- In addition, the festival will host talks by renowned speakers, including Nobel laureates and industry leaders, along with exhibitions showcasing cutting-edge innovations. For those seeking entertainment, Techkriti offers a variety of fun events, including escape rooms, VR experiences, PS gaming, stand-up comedy, EDM nights, and live concerts.
About:
- The Lok Sabha or House of the People is the lower house of the Parliament of India. Members of the Lok Sabha are elected by direct election under universal adult franchise. As of 2024, there have been eighteen Lok Sabhas elected by the people of India. The Constitution limits the Lok Sabha to a maximum of 552 members.
- This includes up to 530 members representing states and up to 20 members from Union Territories.
- Each Lok Sabha is formed for a five-year term. Normally, after five years, it is automatically dissolved. It can be extended by a proclamation of emergency.
- If this happens, the term may be extended for one year. It can be extended more than one time. The 18th and current Lok Sabha was formed in May 2014.