New Delhi, May 8, 2025: Otis India, a subsidiary of Otis Worldwide Corporation, has announced the Otis Asia Pacific region results of the company’s Made to Move Communities challenge. Two teams of students from Jadavpur Vidyapith (Kolkata) and DAV Nandaraj Public School (Ranchi) represented India this year and earned honourable mentions for their remarkable entries. Every year, the competition encourages students to apply principles of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and propose solutions to real-world urban mobility concerns.
The theme for this year’s competition was ‘Developing Urban Mobility Solutions Using AI’. Under the mentorship of a team of Otis volunteers, the students leveraged AI technology to design innovative solutions aimed at enabling more inclusive mobility in their communities. They competed with schools in Otis’ Asia Pacific region and presented their ideas to Otis judges from across the region.
Congratulating the students on their performance, Sebi Joseph, President, Otis India, said, “We are glad to celebrate two groups of students whose innovative entries have stood out. Their creative applications of STEM and AI showcase not just technical understanding, but a deep commitment to solving real-world urban mobility challenges in their respective areas. The inventive solutions developed by these students inspire us all, serving as a reminder that the future of our cities lies in the hands of bright and passionate minds who are dedicated to building a better tomorrow. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition and thank you for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.”
The students of Jadavpur Vidyapith developed “fogSIGHT,” an AI sensor-based solution that detects severe fog and provides visibility to the driver in such extreme conditions, thus mitigating the risk of an accident. The project earned the school recognition and a grant of USD 7500 to advance STEM education.
The students of DAV Nandaraj Public School developed ‘Madad,’ a solution to ensure patients reach the hospital on time. It is an AI-sensor mechanism that identifies an ambulance on the road and effectively regulates traffic to clear the way for its swift passage. It also gained recognition at the challenge, along with a grant for furthering STEM education at the school.
Launched in 2020, the Made to Move Communities challenge engages young minds to explore real-world challenges and develop innovative solutions with the potential to create more connected communities and improve mobility for all. This initiative brings together students, educators, and Otis colleagues as mentors with the goals of advancing STEM and leadership skills to help build the next generation of talent, ensuring future workforce readiness, and sustaining innovation.
Each year, the program focuses on a different theme that aligns with global priorities, such as sustainability, accessibility or technology. This year’s theme had students incorporate Artificial Intelligence into their proposals. Students are encouraged to think critically and creatively, applying STEM principles to address mobility-related issues. Through workshops, mentorship, and collaboration, participants gain valuable insights and skills that prepare them for future careers while making a positive impact on society. Participating schools also receive grants at the conclusion of the program to support ongoing STEM education in their schools.
This year, more than 250 students globally from dozens of schools participated in the challenge. To date, the Made to Move Communities program has reached more than 1,000 student participants, involved more than 950 Otis volunteer mentors, and delivered nearly 90 grants totalling over USD 1 million to support ongoing STEM education at participating schools.
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