SHIELD 1.0 by BPR&D (CDTI), Jaipur

SHIELD 1.0 is a high-intensity, security-driven 24-hour challenge hosted in Jaipur, bringing together developers, cybersecurity researchers, innovators, and problem-solvers to build advanced technological solutions that strengthen India’s internal security, intelligence capabilities, and law-enforcement efficiency.Over one focused day, participants will collaborate to design and prototype impactful systems centered around surveillance intelligence, digital forensics, cybercrime prevention, public safety, and AI-enabled enforcement tools. Enhanced Participant Experience: Part of the prize allocation supports participant engagement through meals, working infrastructure, and necessary amenities. Prizes are structured to reward innovation depth, real-world impact, and technical robustness. Why This Event Matters: SHIELD 1.0 goes beyond traditional hackathons by focusing on solutions that directly contribute to national security and public protection. The event emphasises long-term impact, encouraging participants to build systems that can evolve into deployable tools for law-enforcement agencies. Top teams may progress into extended collaboration or pilot opportunities with BPR&D and partner organisations. The hackathon aims to initiate a long-term pipeline of innovation for smart policing, cyber intelligence, and public safety technology. Who Should Attend: Open to anyone passionate about building technology for security, intelligence, and law enforcement. Ideal for students, beginners, and experienced developers interested in: Surveillance systems Cybersecurity AI/ML for public safety Digital forensics Open-source intelligence (OSINT) Crime analytics and secure systems What to Expect: A sustained, high-energy 24-hour development sprint. Close guidance from senior mentors, practitioners, technologists, and officers working in security and enforcement domains. Deep exploration of: Drone & AI-based surveillance Social media drug trafficking analysis Identity verification systems Data ingestion, indexing, and cross-agency analytics Final prototype presentations to a panel of judges from BPR&D and partner institutions. Further Information: Detailed schedules, rules, facilities, judging criteria, submission guidelines, and campus policies are available at https://shield.cdtijaipur.in/