Thore Network Pvt Ltd Empaneled for Two Projects in NCIIPC AI Grand Challenge Strengthening Responsible AI for National Security under the Startup India Initiative

New Delhi, July 10, 2025 – Thore Network Pvt Ltd, a leading innovator in blockchain and AI-driven solutions, is proud to announce its empanelment for two flagship projects in the NCIIPC Startup India AI Grand Challenge on “Responsible AI for National Security.” Registration for this challenge closes on August 15, 2025 (IST).
The NCIIPC AI Grand Challenge, launched under the Government of India’s Startup India initiative, invites startups and researchers to develop cutting-edge AI/ML solutions across critical domains impacting India’s national security. Over the course of three competitive stages, participants will tackle 12 distinct problem statements spanning:
- Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics
- Big Data Analytics
- Geospatial Intelligence
- Cryptology
- Maritime Domain Awareness
- Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
A total prize pool of ₹22.56 Crore will be awarded in three stages:
- Stage-1:₹76 Crore
- Stage-2:₹80 Crore
- Stage-3:₹00 Crore
“Being selected for two problem statements in the NCIIPC AI Grand Challenge reaffirms our commitment to developing responsible, high-impact AI solutions for national security,” said Alok Kumar, Founder & CEO of Thore Network. “We are honoured to contribute our expertise in cybersecurity and data analytics to this prestigious initiative.”
This empanelment comes on the heels of Thore Network’s successful selection for the Digital India Corporation’s Bhashini AI project, further underscoring the company’s growing role in national-level AI deployments. “From language technology to security-centric AI platforms, our work continues to gain recognition at the highest levels of government,” added Kumar. “This latest achievement is yet another feather in our cap.
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