Chandigarh, India, 29
April 2025: SAS, a leader in
data and AI, collaborated with Chandigarh University (CU), for the first annual
editon of Apexathon. Organized by the MBA Data Science and AI program under the
banner of Apex Institute of Management's AI Aura Society, this national-level
contest brought together over 760 students and 229 teams from colleges across
India to address data challenges with critical thinking and creativity.
Bhuvan Nijhawan, Sr. Director, Education –
Asia Pacific, SAS said, "The first edition of Apexathon has set a strong
foundation by bringing together some of the most promising young minds to solve
real-world problems through the lens of data and analytics. Events like these
not only inspire innovation but also equip students with the practical skills
and insights needed to succeed in the evolving world of AI. Our partnership
with Chandigarh University reflects our shared commitment to nurturing
talent and empowering the next generation of data science professionals across
India."
Prof. Sanjeev Jain, Senior Director, Apex
Institute of Management at Chandigarh University said, “Apexathon 2025 marks
a significant milestone in our journey to bridge classroom knowledge with
real-world impact. Collaborating with SAS for this national-level hackathon
enabled our students to go beyond theory and dive into real data challenges.
The passion, creativity, and problem-solving spirit we witnessed have truly set
the tone for many such initiatives to come.”
Real Problems. Raw
Data. Human Intelligence.
Apexathon 2025 unfolded in two dynamic
phases—online and on-campus at Chandigarh University, Punjab. Designed as more
than just a competition, it offered students a national stage to demonstrate
their analytical prowess, all while competing for coveted SAS Data Science
Certifications and cash prizes worth INR 12 lakhs. The event began on April 9,
2025, with an exciting 24-hour challenge at the Chandigarh University Campus.
The momentum continued with vibrant cultural performances, engaging activities,
and thought-provoking student showcases that brought the data science community
together in a celebration of talent, innovation, and collaboration.
The results of Apexathon 2025 were:
- Winner: Team Apex
Achievers – Anas, Saurabh Singh, and Abhinav Kashyap from Lamrin Tech
Skills University.
- First Runner-Up: Team Bigga
Nalls – Prayrit Dhingra, Ayaan Mandal, and Toshik Sharma from Chandigarh
University.
- Second
Runner-Up: Team Insight Ninjas – Paramveer Kaur, Himanshu Singh, Shruti
Patel, Priya Rani, and Shubham Dubey from Apex Institute of Technology,
Chandigarh University.
The winning team, Apex Achievers said, “We
are truly honored and grateful to SAS and Chandigarh University for this
incredible recognition. Apexathon 2025 was a deeply enriching experience — one
that offered valuable learning, real-world exposure, and unforgettable
memories. A heartfelt thank you to all the organizers and volunteers whose
energy and dedication brought this event to life. We’ll always cherish this
experience and look forward to being part of it again in the
future.”
By bringing together academic curiosity and
real-world challenges, Apexathon 2025 empowered students to think boldly, work
collaboratively, and apply data science in meaningful ways. It marks a step
forward in building a future-ready talent pool equipped to drive innovation in
an increasingly data-driven world.
About Chandigarh
University
Chandigarh University, Punjab (CU) is one of
the leading institutions in North India, renowned for offering a wide range of
undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including B.Tech, BCA, BBA, HMCT,
B.Com, LLB, B.Arch, MBA, M.Tech, M.Com, Journalism, and MCA — all at affordable
fee structures. Recognized for its academic excellence, CU is ranked 20th among
India’s Top Universities by NIRF and holds the distinction of being the No. 1
private university in India as per QS Asia Rankings.
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