AI Students Secure Runner-Up Position at HackathonZ 2026
Anurag University congratulates Mr. Dhanush Veerla and Mr. Sanigdh Muvva from the Department of Artificial Intelligence on securing 2nd Position in the Open Innovation category at HackathonZ 2026, a 24-hour hackathon hosted by Malla Reddy University, Hyderabad. Competing against more than 500 teams, the students showcased exceptional innovation and technical expertise through their project, Foundery.
Foundery is a builder-first platform designed to connect developers, designers, marketers, and aspiring entrepreneurs with compatible co-founders, enabling them to collaborate and build impactful startups. The project addresses a key challenge in the startup ecosystem by fostering meaningful partnerships and accelerating entrepreneurial innovation through technology.
Success in national hackathons reflects the ability to solve real-world problems with creativity, teamwork, and technical excellence. This achievement underscores the university's commitment to nurturing innovation, entrepreneurship, and experiential learning while encouraging students to compete and excel on national platforms.
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