Beyond the buzz: Gujarat’s First statewide AI quiz sparks a new tech movement

Winning teams celebrate alongside mentors, marking a milestone moment in Gujarat’s evolving AI ecosystem. – NE photo
  • “Talk Beyond AI” ignites real-world thinking at Narayana Business School, uniting 26 colleges in a first-of-its-kind innovation showdown
  • Resourceful platform unveiled to bridge academia–industry divide and power next-gen collaboration
  • Winners advance to zonals as Gujarat positions itself on the AI innovation map

NE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, APRIL 25

In a defining moment for Gujarat’s tech education landscape, The Resourceful Network hosted the state’s first-ever State-Level AI Quiz Competition under the banner of “Talk Beyond AI” at Narayana Business School, Ahmedabad. The pioneering initiative brought together bright minds from 26 colleges, signalling a powerful convergence of academia, innovation, and industry relevance.

Designed to move beyond textbook learning, the competition challenged participants to dive into real-world applications of Artificial Intelligence, ethical dilemmas, and collaborative problem-solving. The event transformed into a vibrant arena where ideas met impact, and knowledge translated into forward-thinking solutions.

Amid the electrifying contest, organisers unveiled Resourceful—a cutting-edge digital ecosystem aimed at solving the long-standing “collaboration gap” between academic institutions and industry demands. Built as a three-pillar platform connecting Businesses, Institutions, and People, Resourceful seeks to enable seamless networking, knowledge exchange, and opportunity creation.

The competition concluded on a high note, with the top teams earning their place at the upcoming Zonal Level, where they will represent Gujarat on a larger competitive stage.

The Winners’ Circle

  • Winners: Abhishek Rajput and Khushbu Rathore – Narayana Business School
  • Runners-up: Lithika Saravanakumar and Kush Saraf – Karnavati University
  • 1st Runners-up: Hrishicka Raval and Sunil Ojha – Graduate School of Engineering and Technology (GTU SET)

“This event is more than a competition; it is a movement to prepare the next generation for a future where AI and human ingenuity coexist,” said a representative from The Resourceful Network. “By bringing together 26 diverse institutions, we are building a foundation for a robust tech ecosystem in Gujarat.”

Together, these pillars create a connected platform where businesses collaborate, institutions innovate, and individuals evolve into recognised leaders, positioning Resourceful as a catalyst for ecosystem-driven growth.

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“More than just a quiz! Today at the #TalkBeyondAI finals, we officially unveiled Resourceful—the three-pillar ecosystem connecting Businesses, Institutions, and People. We aren’t just talking about the future of AI; we’re building the infrastructure for it. Check out how we’re bridging the gap: [Link] #ResourcefulLaunch #TechEcosystem #GujaratAI #LeadershipBranding”