Ms. Purnima Anand
President, BRICS International Forum • Global Strategic Policy Advocate
With 35+ years across international diplomacy, public policy, and social innovation, she leads initiatives bridging policy, academia, and grassroots development across emerging economies. Her journey began with the Indo-Russian Youth Club (1989) and expanded through collaborations with global programs and institutions.
This section exists to build immediate trust with both Indian and Russian audiences.
XVI BRICS Summit
Kazan • October 2024 — global context for cross-border collaboration and innovation.
Proof & Legitimacy
Official letters from both sides — confirming institutional backing and international scale.
Expression of Interest
Russia side confirmation
Official Acceptance
India host confirmation
The Blueprint
A bilateral initiative designed to foster innovation across borders, scaling from pilot to global.
Pilot Round
March 2026
Initial collaborative session uniting the brightest minds from Indian and Russian universities.
Pan-India Scale
Q3 2026
Expanding to major technical institutions across India with increased Russian partnerships.
Global BRICS
2027
Full-scale convergence with massive participation across all BRICS nations.
Participation Criteria
Team Structure
3–5 students per team. Interdisciplinary and mixed Indo-Russian teams are highly encouraged to foster cross-cultural innovation.
Eligibility
Undergraduate and postgraduate students from Engineering, Technology, Energy, AI, and Management backgrounds.
Evaluation Criteria
Submission Format
Pitch Deck
Max 5 slides
Video
5-10 minutes
Live Pitch
3 min + Q&A
Tracks
Choose your battlefield. Solutions must be practical, feasible, and utilize Low-Code/No-Code platforms where possible.
Oil & Gas Engineering
Optimizing extraction, refinement, and distribution pipelines using modern digital technologies.
Renewable Energy Systems
Solar, wind, hydro, and hybrid energy solutions for a sustainable future grid infrastructure.
AI in Energy
Predictive maintenance, smart load balancing, grid optimization, and intelligent algorithms.
Mechatronics & Robotics
Automated inspection systems and robotics for hazardous energy environments.
Theme: Digital Advancements in Energy Sector
Problem statements will be released soon. Only conceptual and realistic solutions will be accepted.
Benefits
Beyond competition. Real-world opportunities that shape your career and expand your global network.
Global Exposure
Connect with industry leaders, academics, and innovators from across BRICS nations.
Internships
Direct placement opportunities with partner companies in the energy sector.
Exchange Programs
Student exchange opportunities between Indian and Russian universities.
Certificates
Official recognition and certification from BRICS Forum and partner institutions.
Phase 2 Pathway
Winners advance to the Pan-India round with enhanced support and resources.
Prize Pool
Substantial cash prizes and sponsored opportunities for winning teams.
Ready to Innovate?
Join the world's first BRICS nations hackathon and be part of the future of energy innovation.