🚀 Open Innovation Challenge

Revolutionizing Urban Mobility with CUMTA & StartupTN

Have an innovative solution for urban transport challenges? Join the Urban Move – Open Innovation Challenge and shape the future of mobility in Chennai!

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Implementation Partner

What is the Challenge About?

This challenge intends to solve various urban mobility and pressing traffic challenges such as availability of reliable information about public transport, simplify public transportation ticketing, real-time information on traffic congestion and lack of common database for road assets & civic infrastructure management in Chennai.

Chennai's Mobility Challenge focuses on

AI & ML
GIS
IoT
Smart City
Challenge Innovation
Open for All
Startups & Professionals
Innovative Solutions
Tech-Driven Approach

Who can Participate in this challenge?

Startups, students, professionals, individuals and tech innovators across Tamil Nadu can participate. No age restrictions.

Startups

Early-stage companies with innovative mobility solutions

Students

Creative minds from colleges and universities

Professionals

Experienced individuals from tech and transport sectors

Individuals

Independent innovators and problem solvers

Tech Innovators

Technology enthusiasts and solution architects

No Age Restrictions

Open to all innovators across Tamil Nadu

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● Benefits & Opportunities

Why Participate?

Join us to unlock extraordinary opportunities and shape the future of urban mobility

Mentorship & Recognition

Gain invaluable insights from experts & government officials.

Startup Support

Access business incorporation assistance & funding

Internships & Job Opportunities

Connect with top companies & government agencies

Government Collaboration

Work with CUMTA & other agencies on real projects

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Themes for the challenge

Focus Areas

Participants can select any theme from the listed 5 themes, develop their idea within that framework, and propose a solution to address an urban mobility challenge.

Interactive Public Transit Web Map

Real-time transport visualization & accessibility mapping

Bus Stops & Route Network
Metro Stations & Network
Suburban Stations & Network
Multi-modal Integration

Seamless Ticketing Without Apps

IoT-based ticketing for universal access without apps/cards

Universal access and seamless ticketing system compatible with Chennai's operating conditions, eliminating the need for smartphones or physical cards.

AI-based Traffic Monitoring

Real-time traffic analytics using CCTV & AI

Vehicle Classification

Automated vehicle type detection and counting

Traffic Analysis

Volume monitoring and pattern recognition

Signal Optimization

AI-driven traffic signal timing adjustments

Predictive Analytics

Traffic forecasting and alert systems

Road Infrastructure Mapping & Auditing

AI-powered mobile app for comprehensive urban & road asset mapping

Footpath

Walkability assessment

Trees

Green cover mapping

Road Condition

Pothole detection

Speed Breakers

Mapping & Assessment

Night Safety

Lighting analysis

Road Assets

Infrastructure audit

Geo-Augmented Reality Application for Urban Utilities

AR based solution for underground infrastructure mapping, visualisation and management

Underground Utilities

Water Lines Power Lines Network Lines

Geo-Located 3D AR Visualisation

Interactive 3D Geo-anchored AR visualisation of underground assets with maintenance history and real-time status updates

90 Days Challenge

Challenge Timeline

Navigate through our structured program designed to bring your innovation to life

01
Last Submission Date 28th March 2025

Online Registration & Concept Submission

Team Registration

Complete team profile

Initial Concept

Submit solution overview

02
Last Submission Date 17th April 2025

Detailed Design Development

Technical Documentation

Detailed specifications

Design Blueprints

Architecture & flows

03
Last Submission Date 2nd June 2025

Prototype Development & Final Demo

Working Prototype

Functional solution demo

Technical Demo

Solution presentation

04
Last Submission Date Will Be Announced

Live Pitch & Winner Announcement

Final Presentation

Pitch to expert jury

Awards Ceremony

Winner announcement

Begin Your Innovation Journey

Join the challenge and be part of Chennai's mobility transformation

What You'll Get

Prizes & Opportunities

Transform your innovative ideas into reality with our comprehensive support system

Startup Recognition & Business Support

Business incorporation guidance
Access to funding opportunities
Mentorship from industry experts

Job Opportunities & Career Growth

Opportunities with leading tech companies
Professional skill development
Industry exposure

Collaboration with Government & Industry Leaders

Direct access to decision makers
Implementation opportunities
Network with industry experts
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Internship Program with CUMTA

Hands-on project experience
Mentorship from CUMTA experts
Real-world implementation
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