Zoological Survey of India hosts hackathon
The Zoological Survey of India's Western Ghat Regional Centre hosted a hackathon focused on the traditional biodiversity knowledge of Kerala and Karnataka. The event showcased student projects ranging from mobile apps to research on freshwater fish.
Why it matters
It highlights the intersection of traditional ecological knowledge and modern technology in biodiversity conservation efforts.
The Western Ghat Regional Centre (WGRC) of the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Kozhikode, organised Hackathon 2026 on June 1 as part of the 111th Foundation Day celebrations of the ZSI. The event focussed on ‘Traditional Biodiversity Knowledge of Kerala and Karnataka’ and brought together students and researchers from various educational institutions across the two States.
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