IIT Madras Team Creates History With Podium Finish at Solar Challenge in South Africa
What Happened
Team AgniRath from IIT Madras secured third place overall at the Sasol Solar Challenge 2026 in South Africa. Driving their solar-powered car Aagneya, the team covered 1,192.6 km in eight days, becoming the first Indian team to compete in the event and return with a trophy.
Key Takeaways
The podium finish is a major milestone for Indian solar racing and highlights the growing global competitiveness of student-led clean mobility and engineering projects from India.