Sahyadri College to host Synergia’25 National Innovation Fest from 6th - 8th Nov 2025

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, Nov 4, 2025: Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management, Mangalore, will host Synergia’25, a national-level innovation festival powered by the SHINE Foundation, from November 6 to 8, 2025. The three-day event aims to bring together students from Grade 8 to engineering level to address societal challenges through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) using their creative ideas.

The inauguration on November 6 will feature distinguished guests from academia and industry, including Allan Bech, Chief Technology Officer of EGDK, and Tina Bodin, Head of Human Resources at EGDK. The grand finale and award ceremony on November 8 will also be attended by leading professionals and innovators.

Synergia’25 is expected to attract over 20,000 students from more than 425 institutions across the country. The event will include four major segments:

The 12th edition of the Sahyadri Science Talent Hunt (SSTH) will provide school and pre-university students an opportunity to present innovative solutions to community-driven regional challenges. Selected teams will receive seed grants totalling Rs.2 lakh, along with mentorship and access to Sahyadri’s innovation facilities to develop their ideas into proof of concepts.

The 8th edition of Devhost, sponsored by EG, will feature a 36-hour national-level hackathon organized by the Sahyadri Open Source Community (SOSC). It will also include developer talks, workshops, and technical contests led by industry experts.

Aerophilia, a national two-day aero-tech fest by Team Challengers, will host aeromodelling demonstrations, drone racing, RC flying, air shows, gaming competitions, and hands-on workshops designed to promote curiosity in emerging technologies.

The Sahyadri Robotics Club (SRC) will conduct robotics competitions such as robo soccer, sumo battles, and autonomous navigation challenges, offering participants a platform to showcase their engineering and automation skills.

Over the years, Synergia has become a catalyst for innovation and entrepreneurship among youth, inspiring several regional start-ups emerging from the Sahyadri incubation ecosystem. Notable ventures include the STEM toy brand Dreamkit.cc, the assistive technology enterprise Prafal, and the deep-tech audio start-up Sonic Lamb.
Synergia’25 is open to the public, and students, educators, and technology enthusiasts are invited to participate in this three-day celebration of innovation. Spot registration will be available for interested participants. Industry leaders are also encouraged to collaborate with Sahyadri College in supporting this initiative and fostering the next generation of innovators.

For further details, contact event coordinators Jeevitha J. S. at 7483923221 or Vaibhav Shetty at 7619263170, or email synergia@sahyadri.edu.in