XR Creator Hackathon

09/02/2026

We’re excited to support DJXHack 2.0 as a Community Partner 🤝

DJXHack 2.0 is a 24-hour, in-person XR & Emerging Technology hackathon that brings together creative designers, developers, and technologists to build impactful solutions.

📅 21st February 2026
📍 JS Institute of Design, Delhi

🏆 Prize Pool: ₹1,00,000
📝 Register here: Link in Bio
🌐 Know more: Link in Bio

Let’s build, collaborate, and grow the XR ecosystem together

29/04/2025

After an incredible journey of ideas, prototypes, at the XR Creator Hackathon, we’re thrilled to announce the Winners of XR Creator Hackathon

🏆 After weeks of ideation, prototyping, and storytelling through tech, here are your champions across 5 themes:

And the winning teams are...

🧠 CogniHab – Healthcare, Fitness, Well-being
📚 XR Runners – Educational Transformation
🛍 EMO – E-commerce & Retail Transformation
🎮 Youth Buzz – Digital Media & Entertainment
✈️ Lume XR – Immersive Tourism

19/04/2025

07/04/2025

🚀 Tune in for the Grand Winners Ceremony of the XR Creator Hackathon!

From the first brainstorm to the final build — what a journey it’s been. A journey full of learning, late-night prototyping, and boundless imagination. Now, it’s time to celebrate the Top 5 teams that stood out with their bold ideas and immersive creations across AR, VR, and XR!

🎉 April 9, 2025 | 3:30 PM IST
🎟️ Join us live: https://lu.ma/jt46rt8t

🌟 What’s in store: 🏆 Winner Announcements
🗣️ Stories from behind the scenes – creators & organizers reflect
👀 A sneak peek at what’s coming at WAVE Summit – Mumbai (May 1–4)

This isn’t just the end of a hackathon — it’s the beginning of India’s next XR wave.
Be there to cheer for the changemakers. 💥

07/04/2025

🚀 Tune in for the Grand Winners Ceremony of the XR Creator Hackathon!

From the first brainstorm to the final build — what a journey it’s been. A journey full of learning, late-night prototyping, and boundless imagination. Now, it’s time to celebrate the Top 5 teams that stood out with their bold ideas and immersive creations across AR, VR, and XR!

🎉 April 9, 2025 | 8:30 PM IST
🎟️ Join us live: https://lu.ma/jt46rt8t

🌟 What’s in store: 🏆 Winner Announcements
🗣️ Stories from behind the scenes – creators & organizers reflect
👀 A sneak peek at what’s coming at WAVE Summit – Mumbai (May 1–4)

This isn’t just the end of a hackathon — it’s the beginning of India’s next XR wave.
Be there to cheer for the changemakers. 💥

26/03/2025

We are honored to welcome Rajat Bansal, CTO at Games24x7, to the Finale Jury of the XR Creator Hackathon.

A visionary technologist with decades of experience across Amazon, Hike, and now Games24x7, Rajat is known for building platforms that scale—and teams that innovate. At Games24x7, his focus on data-driven personalization has helped redefine how millions engage with online gaming in India.

His presence at our finale isn’t just a nod to immersive gaming—it’s a powerful reminder that XR is where tech, storytelling, and experience design converge.

For every creator in this hackathon, this is your moment to think big and build bold.

25/03/2025

Rajat Bansal – CTO, Games24x7

We are honored to welcome Rajat Bansal, CTO at Games24x7, to the Finale Jury of the XR Creator Hackathon.

A visionary technologist with decades of experience across Amazon, Hike, and now Games24x7, Rajat is known for building platforms that scale—and teams that innovate. At Games24x7, his focus on data-driven personalization has helped redefine how millions engage with online gaming in India.

His presence at our finale isn’t just a nod to immersive gaming—it’s a powerful reminder that XR is where tech, storytelling, and experience design converge.

For every creator in this hackathon, this is your moment to think big and build bold.

25/03/2025

Abhishek Gupta – Vice President, HomeLane

We’re excited to welcome Abhishek Gupta, Vice President at HomeLane, to the Finale Jury of the XR Creator Hackathon.

Abhishek brings a sharp product mindset and a wealth of experience in building digital-first brands across fintech, edtech, and now interior design. At HomeLane, he’s transforming how Indians design their homes—with speed, personalization, and technology at the core.

As XR begins to shape how we visualize spaces, design homes, and enhance everyday living, his insights are sure to elevate the conversations in our creator community.

Let’s design the future—one immersive idea at a time.

25/03/2025

We are thrilled to welcome Dinesh Punni, founder of Immersive Insider, to the Finale Jury of the XR Creator Hackathon.

Dinesh is one of the most influential XR educators in the world. Through his online platform and global workshops, he has empowered thousands of students and professionals to take their first steps into AR/VR development.

His presence is more than just symbolic—it’s personal. Dinesh has been where many of our creators are today: learning, experimenting, and building from scratch.

Now, he's back to give back—to inspire the next wave of XR pioneers from India and beyond.

25/03/2025

Saraswathi Balgam – CEO, Dancing Atoms

We are proud to welcome Saraswathi Balgam, CEO of Dancing Atoms, to the Finale Jury of the XR Creator Hackathon.

A powerhouse in global storytelling, Vani (as she is known to many) has worked across Oscar-winning VFX studios and is now shaping stories that celebrate identity, culture, and innovation. At Dancing Atoms, she merges creative depth with cutting-edge tech to tell stories that move hearts—and spark minds.

Her journey from Hyderabad to Hollywood and back is a testament to the power of creative vision backed by fearless action.

As XR creators, we’re not just building tech—we're building narratives. And Saraswathi’s presence is a reminder of just how impactful those narratives can be.

25/03/2025

We are truly honored to welcome Mugdha Sinha, IAS, Director General at the
Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, as part of the Finale Jury for the XR Creator Hackathon.

A trailblazer in Indian administration, Mugdha Sinha has consistently championed the role of culture, creativity, and technology in shaping India's future. From her visionary work in the arts and heritage sectors to her current role in reimagining tourism through innovation and digital storytelling, she brings a unique perspective to the immersive tech space.
Her involvement in this hackathon signals a bold shift—where XR is no longer just about tech, but about rethinking how we experience India, its stories, and its people.

This hackathon is more than a competition—it's a celebration of possibility. A space where creators, dreamers, and innovators converge to design the future of immersive experiences.
And with leaders like Mugdha Sinha guiding the way, the future looks brighter—and more immersive—than ever.

The XR Creator Hackathon is an initiative by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, part of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES), co-organized by Wavelaps, Bharat XR, and XDG मुंBAI.