NIT Team Wins First Place in IIMCIP-TIC Smart Dustbin Challenge

NIT Team Wins First Place in IIMCIP-TIC Smart Dustbin Challenge

Kolkata, 8th October 2025: Team Alpha Entity from Narula Institute of Technology (NiT), a JIS Group educational initiative emerged as the winner of the prestigious Smart Dustbin Challenge organised by IIM Calcutta Innovation Park (IIMCIP-TIC). The team clinched the top spot for their one-of-a-kind innovation, a smart dustbin equipped with advanced sensors for automated waste segregation, marking a proud moment for both the students and the institution.

The winning project stands out for its innovative & intelligent system that can automatically identify and segregate metal, wet and dry waste. By leveraging sensor-based technology, the innovation significantly enhances the efficiency of waste management ingeniously, minimizing manual labor and exposure to hazardous materials besides promoting better recycling practices.

The Smart Dustbin Challenge, organised by IIMCIP-TIC, was aimed at encouraging creative and practical solutions in the realm of waste management and sustainability. The initiative provided a platform for young innovators to translate their technical knowledge into meaningful real-world applications, driving progress toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Team Alpha Entity, led by Anirban Saha (Final Year), included members Ankita Debnath (2nd Year), Anuja Mondal (2nd Year), and Prachi Shaw (3rd Year) all students of Electronics and Computer Science. The team’s efforts were guided by Dr. Bikas Mondal, Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Computer Science, and Mrs. Sanghamitra Layek, Assistant Professor, Electronics and Computer Science, Narula Institute of Technology.

Speaking on the achievement, Sardar Simarpreet Singh, Director, JIS Group, said, “This accomplishment truly embodies the spirit of innovation and excellence that defines JIS Group. Our students consistently push the boundaries of creativity and technical expertise, developing sustainable solutions with meaningful real-world impact. We are immensely proud of Team Alpha Entity for bringing this well-deserved recognition to the institution.”