New Delhi: The Integrated River Health Investigation System (IRHIS), an AI and IoT-powered real-time river health monitoring solution, has been crowned the winner of the 5G & Beyond Hackathon 2023. The announcement, made on Saturday, recognized the innovative project developed by Professor S.K. Gupta and his team, awarding them INR 1,00,000 to aid in the productization of their solution.
Professor Gupta, Dean of Students Welfare at IIT ISM, expressed his gratitude, stating, “This recognition emphasizes the transformative potential of IRHIS in tackling environmental challenges and advancing sustainable solutions.”
The Hackathon, part of the prestigious India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2023, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and organized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and Telecom Centres of Excellence (TCoE) India. The event took place at Pragati Maidan from October 27 to 29, 2023, with participation from some of the most innovative minds in technology.
IRHIS was developed by Professor Gupta and his research scholar, Suyog Gupta, between 2021 and 2023. The system, which integrates advanced AI and IoT technologies, impressed the judges with its practical applications in environmental sustainability. Its potential to support national initiatives like the Namami Gange mission was also highlighted during the competition.
The system, equipped with sensors, safety alarms, and cameras, offers real-time monitoring of river health, with the ability to provide early warnings for flooding, theft, and pollution. It collects data from multiple locations, with intervals ranging from one minute to 24 hours, ensuring efficient management of river ecosystems.
Professor Gupta emphasized IRHIS’ alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 6, noting its ability to detect toxic discharges in real-time, a feature that has resulted in a published patent. He also highlighted how IRHIS offers a more cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional river monitoring methods like manual water sampling, making it a valuable tool for academic, research, and industrial applications.
With this victory, IRHIS has garnered significant attention for its potential to revolutionize river health monitoring and contribute to sustainable development goals across India.
