PAKISAN
Ignite National Technology Fund, operating under the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, has officially launched the AI Wrapper Competition 2025, a groundbreaking national initiative aimed at leveraging artificial intelligence to address Pakistan’s real-world challenges.
The competition will be conducted across five major cities — Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Peshawar, and Islamabad — culminating in a grand finale in Islamabad. Open to students, professionals, researchers, startups, and innovators, the competition invites participants to design AI-powered solutions in key sectors including education, healthcare, governance, finance, and climate change.
With a total prize pool of Rs. 8.75 million, the AI Wrapper Competition 2025 ranks among the most significant technology contests in Pakistan. In addition to cash prizes, participants will gain access to expert mentorship, the opportunity to transform ideas into market-ready solutions, and potential selection to represent Pakistan in international AI competitions.
Speaking at the launch event, Federal Minister for IT and Telecom, Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, stated:
“The AI Wrapper Competition 2025 reflects our strong commitment to harnessing technology for inclusive growth, social impact, and economic progress. Under the vision of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for a Digital Nation Pakistan, we are building platforms that not only empower our youth but also highlight Pakistan’s innovation potential on the global stage.”
The initiative is part of Ignite’s broader mission to accelerate AI-driven innovation and position Pakistan as a global contributor in artificial intelligence. By empowering local talent to develop custom AI solutions for the country’s unique challenges, the competition also promotes scalable innovation that can benefit other developing nations.
Registrations are now open at ignitecode.org.pk/aiwrapper with the deadline set for October 10, 2025. – ER News Deak
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