An interdisciplinary team led by the Indian Institute of Public Health Shillong (IIPH Shillong), in collaboration with North Eastern Hill University, Shillong and the College of Veterinary Science, Khanapara was awarded the Second Prize at the prestigious National One Health Conclave (National One Health Mission Assembly 2025), held from 20-21 November at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The team comprised Dr. Riviarynthia Kharkongor, Ms. Suklang Malngiang, and Dr. Deepak Rajan from IIPH Shillong; Ms. Phibansabeth Nongkseh from NEHU, Shillong; and Dr. Iarisa Umdor from the College of Veterinary Science, Khanapara.
Their innovation an AI-driven application for “Community-Driven One Health Surveillance in the Northeast Region of India” was appreciated for its practically applicable solution. The recognition was presented by Dr. V. K. Paul, Member (Health) NITI Aayog, and Dr. Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research and Director General, ICMR, marking an achievement for IIPH Shillong’s role in One Health advancement in the northeast.
The National One Health Conclave brought together policymakers, scientific leaders, development partners and implementation agencies to advance India’s integrated One Health agenda. The conclave focused on strengthening preparedness, surveillance, coordination and scientific innovation across human, animal and environmental health sectors. It was organised under the National One Health Mission, supported by key central ministries and national scientific bodies (such as ICMR, DBT, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and partner institutions).
A National One Health Hackathon was held, aimed to identify tech-driven and community-focused solutions to strengthen India’s One Health Mission. The hackathon brought together multidisciplinary student teams and early-career innovators from across the country. Participants worked on developing practical, technology-enabled prototypes addressing real-world One Health challenges.