From December 2022 to December 2023, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College’s final-year AI & Data Science team participated in the prestigious Virtusa Jatayu Season III, a national-level ideathon backed by Virtusa, a global IT services leader.
Setting the Stage
- Scale & Reach: Over 5,000 teams comprising 25,000+ students from 108+ engineering colleges competed.
- Structure: The year-long journey featured 7+ real-world use cases, including “TMT EAST 2 – Sentiment Analysis Microservice,” guided by 25+ Virtusa mentors and assessed by a panel of 5+ expert judges.
The Brilliant Quintet
Representing Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College’s AI & Data Science (2020–2024) batch:
- Santhanabharathi S
- Harini S
- Saranya M
- Anni Sharleena AB
- Gaayathri M
Triumph in TMT EAST 2 & Runner-Up Glory
- Domain Victory: Their sentiment analysis solution soared to top in the “TMT EAST 2” category.
- Grand Finale Honor: They ranked overall first runner-up among 13 finalist teams.
- Cash Prize ₹80,000 and five internship offers from Virtusa—each student earned placement offers of ₹7 LPA.
The Experience Unfolded
The team navigated multiple stages—from ideation and prototype to solution refinement—mentored directly by industry professionals.
Transforming Education into Industry Readiness
Their journey exemplifies how academia and industry partnership fosters:
- Hands-on innovation in cutting-edge technologies
- Real-industry exposure through mentorship
- Networking, internships, and assured placements
Virtusa’s initiative truly lives up to its vision: “Spread your wings and reach for your dream.”
Beyond the Medal
This achievement highlights:
- Technical Excellence: Mastery in NLP and sentiment analysis
- Team Dynamics: Cohesion through a year-long virtual collaboration
- Soft Skills: Presentation and real-world project execution.
Heartfelt Congratulations!
Kudos to Santhanabharathi, Harini, Saranya, Anni, and Gaayathri—for showcasing remarkable intelligence, dedication, and leadership. Your journey at Virtusa Jatayu Season III has not only brought immense pride to Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College but also set the stage for your bright careers ahead.
