452 youth explore technology-led solutions to local challenges under ‘solve for tomorrow 2026’
Srinagar, June 22 (KINS): Samsung India has expanded its flagship innovation and education programme, Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026, to Jammu & Kashmir, training 452 students through Design Thinking Workshops aimed at fostering innovation, creativity and problem-solving skills among young minds.
An official spokesperson said the workshops introduced participants to Samsung’s human-centred innovation framework, equipping them with practical tools to identify everyday challenges, understand user needs and develop technology-driven solutions with meaningful social impact.
The workshops were conducted at Army Public School, Ratnuchak, Jammu, and Government Degree College Baramulla, encouraging students to explore innovation opportunities in areas such as digital accessibility, community development, education and smart civic infrastructure.
The initiative forms part of Samsung’s nationwide effort to expand innovation opportunities beyond metropolitan centres. Under Solve for Tomorrow 2026, Samsung is conducting Design Thinking Workshops across 100 cities throughout the country, enabling young innovators from diverse backgrounds to build future-ready problem-solving and entrepreneurial skills.
Among the participants was Zamin Anayat Lone from Government Degree College Sopore, Baramulla, who conceptualised a mobile application designed to enhance accessibility and emergency response through SOS alerts and live-location sharing features.
“The workshop taught me that innovation begins with understanding people and their experiences. It encouraged me to think about how technology can be used to create meaningful solutions that positively impact communities,” Zamin said.
The workshops also inspired participants to examine how technology could strengthen public services and improve quality of life. Gagandeep Singh from Army Public School, Ratnuchak explored technology-enabled approaches for more efficient waste management systems, while Garima Yadav, a Class IX student, examined how digital platforms could help students access career guidance and skill-development opportunities.
The ideas generated during the workshops reflected the growing innovation potential among the youth of Jammu & Kashmir. Participants demonstrated how Design Thinking can transform everyday observations into scalable solutions that address local challenges while creating broader social impact.
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is Samsung India’s flagship innovation competition for young people aged 14 to 22 years. The programme encourages participants to develop solutions under four themes — AI for a Better Tomorrow, Health & Education, Environmental Sustainability, and Sport-Tech.
The spokesperson said that as Samsung marks 30 years in India, the company continues to invest in nurturing the country’s next generation of innovators by bringing innovation, mentorship and entrepreneurial opportunities closer to students across the nation.
The programme will culminate with the top four winning teams receiving incubation grants worth ₹2 crore through FITT, IIT Delhi, along with mentorship, training, prototyping support and access to India’s startup ecosystem.
Applications for Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026 are open until July 3, 2026, the spokesperson added.(KINS)
Samsung brings AI,design thinking workshops to J&K students
