IdeaStorm

EntrepX
Innovation . Inspiration .
Imagination

IDEATE | CREATE | INNOVATE

Date: 23rd April 2025 PRIZE POOL:

1. There is a maximum team size of 5 people. Individual participation is not allowed. At least 2 members
should be there in a team.

2. Teams should be made up exclusively of people who are not organizers, volunteers, judges, sponsors, or
in any other privileged position at the event.

3. The concepts presented at this event ought to be original. Teams cannot present concepts that have
already been developed and thought of.

4. Team will be required to send a reaction and feedback by 11:30 p.m. If they don't complete it by 12:00
am, their participation will be deemed withdrawn.
5. Teams can be disqualified from the competition at the organizer’s discretion. Reasons might
include, but are not limited to, breaking the Competition Rules, breaking the Code of Conduct,
or other unsporting behaviors.

6. Any queries should be asked in the WhatsApp group.

7. Projects that violate the Code of Conduct will be disqualified.

In the designated sessions, the mentor will be on hand on the same Serer to to lead the team
and offer expert/domain-based assistance
 RULES FOR SUBMISSION
A feedback and status update must be submitted by all participating teams everyday before 12:00am

Hackathon idea evaluation requires participanting teams to submit:-

1. One-pager outlining their idea for the first round.. This is an opportunity for them to showcase their
understanding of problem and approach to their innovative solution

2. Pitch deck as the next deliverable, which participants would have to present to a panel of judges. The
pitch deck should be visually appealing and provide an in-depth understanding of the business idea. The
pitch should be structured in a way that highlights the unique selling proposition, the market opportunity,
the target audience, expected revenue streams, and th
 Problem
Statements:
Agriculture:
A significant portion of food is wasted globally due to inadequate storage facilities, poor transportation infrastructure,
and limited access to markets, especially in rural and developing regions. This leads to substantial economic losses for
farmers and contributes to food insecurity. The lack of cold chain systems and logistical planning exacerbates post-
harvest losses. Addressing these inefficiencies is essential for building a more resilient and equitable food distribution
system. Create an innovative solution and create a compelling investor pitch to attract funding and scale the impact.

As freshwater resources become increasingly scarce due to climate change and population growth, inefficient irrigation
practices continue to strain water supplies. Many agricultural regions rely on outdated or poorly managed systems that
lead to water wastage and reduced crop yields. Sustainable water management strategies and the adoption of efficient
irrigation technologies are critical to ensuring long-term agricultural productivity and water security. Innovate a solution
and pitch it to investors, highlighting its environmental and economic benefits.

Intensive farming practices and excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides have led to a significant decline in
soil health and fertility. This degradation not only reduces crop productivity over time but also impacts biodiversity and
contributes to environmental pollution. Promoting sustainable farming methods and soil regeneration techniques is
vital for restoring soil ecosystems and ensuring food security for future generations. Develop an innovative solution and
craft a persuasive investor pitch showcasing its scalability, sustainability, and return on investment.
Aviation:
Air traffic congestion is increasing globally, leading to delays, higher fuel consumption, and elevated carbon emissions. Inefficient
routing systems and limited real-time coordination between aircraft and air traffic control result in longer flight paths and holding
patterns. This inefficiency not only affects passenger experience but also imposes high operational costs on airlines. Modernizing air
traffic management with predictive analytics and advanced communication systems is critical. Propose an innovative air traffic
optimization platform and create an investor pitch emphasizing its potential to revolutionize airspace efficiency and reduce
emissions.

The aviation industry suffers from high maintenance costs and downtime due to reactive or time-based maintenance practices.
Inefficient MRO operations lead to delays, asset underutilization, and increased safety risks. Predictive maintenance technologies
and digital twins can help optimize scheduling, part replacements, and technician workflows. Streamlining MRO with smart
technologies can significantly boost aircraft availability and reduce lifecycle costs. Design a solution and pitch it to investors by
highlighting cost savings, safety improvements, and the global market potential.

Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) present a promising alternative to fossil-based jet fuels, yet they are not produced at scale and
remain 3–5 times more expensive. Meanwhile, electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft are still in the early stages of development
and face challenges such as limited range, infrastructure demands, and certification hurdles. These factors hinder the transition to
truly sustainable aviation. Accelerating R&D, improving production technologies, and establishing robust supply chains are
essential. Propose an innovative solution and craft a compelling investor pitch focused on environmental impact, long-term
profitability, and market disruption.
Oil and natural gas:
Methane, which is 80x more potent than CO₂, often leaks undetected from pipelines, wellheads, and LNG terminals. Current
detection methods are infrequent, expensive, and often inaccurate. Methane, a greenhouse gas over 80 times more potent than
CO₂ in the short term, frequently leaks undetected from pipelines, wellheads, and LNG terminals, posing a major threat to
climate stability. Current detection methods are infrequent, expensive, and often inaccurate, leading to prolonged emissions
and delayed mitigation. The lack of scalable, cost-effective monitoring technologies, coupled with weak regulatory enforcement,
prevents timely leak identification and repair, undermining global climate goals and accountability in the energy sector.

Many pipelines, refineries, and rigs are decades old, with analog control systems and poor cybersecurity. Upgrading them is
costly, risky, and time-consuming.: Many pipelines, refineries, and rigs still operate with decades-old infrastructure, relying on
analog control systems that lack adequate cybersecurity, efficiency, and safety measures. These outdated systems are highly
vulnerable to cyberattacks and operational failures, posing serious risks to energy security, worker safety, and the environment.
However, upgrading to modern digital technologies is often costly, time-consuming, and disruptive to operations, leading many
facilities to delay essential modernization and remain exposed to increasing threats and inefficiencies.

Despite tech advances, oil spills, explosions, and well blowouts still occur due to human error, equipment failure, or extreme
conditions. Despite significant technological advancements, oil spills, explosions, and well blowouts continue to occur due to
human error, equipment failure, and increasingly extreme environmental conditions. These incidents pose serious threats to
human safety, ecosystems, and economic stability. Current safety systems are often reactive, lacking real-time monitoring and
predictive capabilities to prevent failures before they escalate. Moreover, many infrastructures are not designed to withstand
the harsh and evolving conditions in which they now operate, leaving operations vulnerable to catastrophic events.
Water pollution:
Microplastics and Nano-Pollutants in Water Bodies: Microplastics and nano-pollutants in water bodies have become a serious
environmental and public health concern. These contaminants, originating from plastic waste and industrial activities, accumulate in
aquatic ecosystems, harm biodiversity, and enter the human food and water supply. Current treatment technologies and regulations
are insufficient to detect or remove these microscopic pollutants, underscoring the urgent need for improved monitoring, advanced
filtration methods, and stronger policy frameworks.

Industrial Waste Discharge Without Treatment: The discharge of untreated industrial waste into natural water bodies poses a serious
threat to environmental sustainability and public health. Toxic substances from industrial processes contaminate water, soil, and air,
damaging ecosystems and harming biodiversity. Communities relying on these polluted water sources face increased health risks,
including chronic diseases and waterborne illnesses. This issue is further compounded by weak enforcement of environmental
regulations and inadequate waste treatment infrastructure, particularly in developing regions, allowing industries to continue
harmful practices unchecked.

Lack of Safe Drinking Water in Marginalized Communities: The lack of access to safe drinking water in marginalized communities is a
critical public health and social justice issue. Contaminated water sources contribute to the spread of preventable diseases,
disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations. This crisis is rooted in deep-seated social and economic inequalities, where
underserved communities are often overlooked in infrastructure development and policy planning. Inadequate investment, poor
governance, and limited access to clean water systems force these populations to rely on unsafe sources, perpetuating cycles of
poverty, illness, and marginalization.
Women safety:
Lack of safe transportation: Women often face harassment and safety concerns while using public transport,
limiting their mobility, access to opportunities, and freedom to navigate public spaces confidently
.
Lack of digital safety tools. Existing digital safety tools, including apps and helplines, often fail to provide
effective support during emergencies. Many of these tools are difficult to use under stress, with complicated
interfaces that delay quick action. Additionally, they lack essential features such as real-time location
tracking, direct SOS alerts, and verified responder networks. As a result, women are left without reliable,
timely assistance in critical moments, increasing their vulnerability and limiting the effectiveness of digital
safety solutions.

Barriers to Reporting and Seeking Justice for Women: Many women hesitate to report incidents of
harassment or assault due to the fear of being blamed, not being taken seriously, or facing retaliation.
Additionally, the inadequate legal support and delays in filing complaints create further barriers to justice.
Poor follow-up and the lack of protection for survivors discourage many women from seeking legal recourse,
leaving them vulnerable and without proper avenues for justice and resolution.
Quick commerce:
Environmental Waste from Hyper-Packaging: The growing demand for fast deliveries has resulted in hyper
packaging—the excessive use of single-use materials to ensure product protection. This trend increases
operational costs, generates significant environmental waste, and contributes to pollution, further straining
natural resources. Despite the growing need, sustainable packaging solutions remain largely overlooked,
worsening the global environmental crisis. The lack of innovation in eco-friendly packaging further perpetuates
this harmful cycle.

Challenges in Expanding Quick Commerce to Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities: Quick commerce is primarily concentrated
in metro cities, leaving Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities underserved. These smaller cities face significant challenges,
including logistical inefficiencies, inadequate infrastructure, and difficulties in accurate demand forecasting. As
a result, the rapid delivery model struggles to scale effectively, limiting access to fast services and hindering
growth opportunities in these regions.

Data Privacy Issues in Hyper-Local Quick Commerce: Quick commerce platforms collect vast amounts of
localized customer data to enable hyper-local targeting, raising significant concerns about data privacy and
ethical usage. The handling of this sensitive information without proper safeguards can lead to potential misuse,
breaches, and violations of consumer trust, challenging the balance between personalization and privacy
protection.
Heritage investors:
Reviving India's Forgotten Heritage Sites Through Strategic Investment. Many historical heritage sites in India are
left neglected and underfunded due to a lack of investment, awareness, and proper management. This neglect not
only threatens the preservation of India’s rich cultural history but also limits the potential for these sites to
become educational, tourism, and economic assets for local communities. Without targeted efforts and strategic
investment, these invaluable landmarks risk being lost to time, leaving future generations deprived of their
cultural heritage.

Supporting Local Artisans and Traditional Crafts India’s rich heritage of handlooms, crafts, and tribal arts is rapidly
fading as artisans struggle with low profitability, limited market access, and lack of recognition. Many traditional
skills are being abandoned by younger generations in search of more sustainable livelihoods. Reviving these
heritage industries requires innovative business models, digital outreach, and fair trade support.

Making Heritage Investment Attractive to the Youth Many young people perceive heritage as outdated or
disconnected from modern life, leading to low interest, innovation, and investment in the field. This disconnect
prevents heritage from being reimagined through contemporary lenses like technology, design, and
entrepreneurship. Bridging this gap is key to preserving heritage while making it relevant and engaging for new
generations.
Renewable Energy :
Enhancing Solar Energy Access in Rural Areas Many rural areas in India still face unreliable or no electricity, affecting daily
life, education, and livelihoods. Solar energy offers a clean and abundant alternative, but its adoption is limited due to high
upfront costs, lack of awareness, and poor maintenance support. There’s a pressing need for affordable, easy-to-maintain
solar solutions tailored for rural communities.

Integrating Renewable Energy into Urban Infrastructure Urban areas have high energy demands due to dense populations,
industries, and constant development. While renewable sources like solar and wind can help reduce the load on conventional
grids, integrating them into existing buildings and infrastructure is difficult due to space limitations, high costs, and design
constraints. There's a need for smart, space-efficient, and visually appealing renewable energy solutions that fit seamlessly
into urban environments

Managing E-Waste from Renewable Energy Devices As renewable energy systems age, components like solar panels,
batteries, and wind turbine parts eventually degrade and become waste. Without proper recycling infrastructure, these
materials add to the growing problem of electronic and hazardous waste. There's a pressing need for sustainable disposal,
recycling, and circular economy solutions in the clean energy sector.

Lack of Promoting Renewable Energy Awareness and Adoption Lack of awareness and misconceptions about renewable
energy, such as beliefs that solar panels don’t work in cloudy weather or are too expensive, prevent many people from
adopting it. Many are also unaware of its long-term cost savings and environmental benefits. This lack of knowledge,
combined with past negative experiences, creates fear and resistance to transition from traditional energy sources.
EdTech:
Bridging the Digital Divide in Education Millions of students, particularly in rural and underprivileged
areas, still face barriers to accessing digital learning tools and reliable internet connectivity. This
digital divide limits their ability to participate in online education and hampers their academic
growth. Bridging this gap is essential to ensuring equal educational opportunities for all students.

Enabling Effective Teacher-Student Interaction in Online Learning Online education can often feel
impersonal, with limited opportunities for students to engage directly with teachers or peers. The
absence of face-to-face interaction, real-time feedback, and dynamic discussions can lead to
reduced motivation and learning effectiveness. Enhancing engagement and providing timely,
meaningful feedback are essential for improving the online learning experience.

Making Students Industry-Ready Through EdTech There is a significant gap between the skills taught
in classrooms and those required by the industry, leaving many students unprepared for real-world
challenges. Traditional education often focuses on theoretical knowledge, while employers seek
practical, hands-on skills. Bridging this gap through industry-relevant training and EdTech solutions
is essential for enhancing employability.