Bihar’s Piyush Raj Shines, Wins ₹15 Lakh Grant in MSME Hackathon

Piyush Raj, a student from the Government Engineering College in Jamui, Bihar, has achieved a remarkable feat. He secured a ₹15 lakh product development grant at the Idea Hackathon 4.0 organized by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME). This achievement not only brings pride to Bihar but also to his district. The hackathon witnessed participation from over 29,000 innovators across the country, with only 488 selected for incubation and financial aid. Piyush’s idea was among the chosen few, representing Bihar among the four selected ideas. His success highlights his dedication, innovative thinking, and technical skills. The MSME incubation program will now provide him with the opportunity to develop his idea into a complete product. This platform supports young talents with technical assistance and encourages them to venture into entrepreneurship. His accomplishment has created a wave of joy in the region and is a moment of pride for the Government Engineering College, Jamui, inspiring students and faculty alike. This success underscores the immense talent present among Bihar’s youth, who, with the right platform and support, can make a global impact.