Telenor Pakistan, in collaboration with Google, the Ministry of IT & Telecommunications (MoITT), and Innovista, successfully concluded AI Seekho 2026 with a grand award ceremony organized at its headquarters in Islamabad. The initiative brought together thousands of aspiring developers, innovators, and technology enthusiasts from across the country, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s journey towards an AI-powered digital economy.
The closing ceremony was attended by Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunications, alongside Awais Vohra, CEO Telenor Pakistan; Saad Hamid, Regional Lead – Developer & Builder Ecosystem, Google; and Hisham Sarwar, CEO Innovista, along with many other industry experts who celebrated participants’ achievements and recognized winning teams for developing impactful AI-powered solutions addressing real-world challenges.
AI Seekho 2026 attracted more than 10,000 registrations for its online challenge, including 40% professional developers, reflecting the increasing interest in AI across Pakistan. The program subsequently engaged over 7,000 participants, brought together more than 2,600 teams, and generated over 600 submissions through regional and national competitions. Using Google’s latest AI technologies, participants developed applications and interactive experiences across a range of sectors, demonstrating technical proficiency, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Following regional assessments, six finalist teams advanced to the national finale to compete for prizes worth PKR 2.5 million.
Struggler Karachi secured first position, Nurture Islamabad achieved second place, while Vibronix Lahore finished third. These teams achieved remarkable success in the national AI competition by demonstrating exceptional innovation, creativity, and technical excellence.
Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunications, said, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and participants of AI Seekho 2026. As Pakistan advances its National AI Policy, initiatives like this pay a vital role in building the talent pipeline needed for an AI ready Pakistan. Our vision is clear: to ensure that every Pakistani has the opportunity to participate in and benefit from the AI revolution”.
Speaking on the occasion, Awais Vohra, CEO, Telenor Pakistan, said: “AI Seekho reflects our commitment to Pakistan’s digitalization and to equip people with the skills to turn technology into real impact. I congratulate the winning teams and commend every participant for the curiosity and determination they brought to this journey. The scale of the response and the quality of the ideas confirm that Pakistan has the talent to be a meaningful contributor to the global AI ecosystem. To our young innovators: keep building, keep questioning, and keep shaping the technologies that will define our future”
Saad Hamid, Regional Lead – Developer & Builder Ecosystem, Google, added: “Through AI Seekho, we are helping developers unlock the potential of cutting-edge AI technologies and transform ideas into meaningful solutions. The program demonstrates how access to the right tools and learning opportunities can accelerate innovation at scale.”
Hisham Sarwar, CEO, Innovista, remarked: “AI Seekho has opened doors for aspiring talent from diverse backgrounds, providing a platform to learn, create, and showcase their capabilities. Initiatives like this strengthen Pakistan’s innovation ecosystem and help prepare future leaders for an increasingly technology-driven world.”
Backed by the combined strengths of Telenor Pakistan, MoITT, Google, and Innovista, AI Seekho 2026 democratized access to AI education through inclusive learning opportunities, mentorship, and ecosystem support. Beyond developing technical expertise, the initiative empowered participants with critical skills in product development, design thinking, problem-solving, and storytelling, that are essential for turning ideas into scalable solutions.
As AI adoption continues to accelerate worldwide, AI Seekho 2026 has helped ignite a nationwide culture of innovation under #VibeKaregaPakistan, empowering a new generation of creators and reinforcing a shared commitment to building a more digitally enabled and future-ready Pakistan.
