11th February 2024, Kathmandu
Kathmandu Gears Up for 9th Yantra Festival: Robotics, Business, and Climate Change Take Center Stage
The Robotics Association of Nepal (RAN) is excited to announce the highly anticipated Yantra 9.0 Science, Tech, and Entrepreneurship Festival, kicking off this February 11th.
This year’s edition tackles the crucial topic of “Climate Change and Future of Work”, bringing together innovators and enthusiasts to explore technological solutions for a sustainable future.
Highlights:
International Robotics Competition (IRC):
Witness robot battles, intricate line following, and collaborative tasks across five categories, drawing participation from India, Bangladesh, and the Ivory Coast.
Yantra Business Cup (YBC):
Witness groundbreaking ideas come to life as Yantra Expo and SoftBots winners receive 6-month incubation support from esteemed partners. Unleash your business potential with an AI Hackathon and Pitching Competition.
9th Yantra Festival
The festival boasts former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli as Chief Guest, reflecting the high-level support for science, technology, and entrepreneurship in Nepal.
Since its inception in 2011, Yantra has grown into the biggest robotics gathering in Nepal, with over 10,000 students participating and 1,000 trained in robotics and AI. With a prize pool exceeding 1 million Nepali rupees, Yantra 9.0 aims to propel Nepal towards its ambitious vision of establishing a robotics industry by 2030.
Don’t miss this exciting event! Immerse yourself in the future of technology, explore innovative solutions for climate change, and witness the next generation of Nepali entrepreneurs take flight.
Mark your calendars for February 11th-12th and follow Yantra 9.0 for updates!