PANJIM: The Department of Information Technology, Electronics, and Communications, Government of Goa, in collaboration with InfinityX STEM Foundation will organise the Goa International Robotics Festival 2024, scheduled from January 25 to 28 in the State.
The Goa International Robotics Festival 2024 will feature the prestigious FIRST Tech Challenge India Robotics Championship, the FIRST Lego League Open Championship, and an engaging Robotics Exhibition showcasing the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics competition.
P Abhishek, IAS, Director, Information, Technology, Electronics and Communications and Ashvin B Savant, Chairman and Managing Director, InfinityX STEM Foundation and FIRST INDIA signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the presence of Minister for Information, Technology, Electronics and Communications Rohan Khaunte.
Khaunte said, “The Goa International Robotics Festival stands as a beacon, illuminating the path to academic brilliance and personal growth through its commitment to fostering STEM education. Participation in FTC is a transformative journey that elevates students, instilling knowledge and also the indomitable pillars of self-confidence and vital life skills.”
The FTC Robotics competition, an integral part of the festival, is an annual event in India designed for students in grades 7-12, with participants aged between 12 and 18 years. Teams, guided by dedicated coaches, mentors, and volunteers, will engage in strategic robot development.
