INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN

TECHNOVA 2.0, 2025

Inter-School Tech Innovation Challenge
Organized by: Saint Soldier’s Divine Public School, Sector 16, Panchkula
In Collaboration with: STEMOrbit

Dear Principals, Coordinators, and Educators,

We are delighted to invite your esteemed institution to participate in TECHNOVA 2.0, an Inter-School Tech
Innovation Challenge designed to ignite young minds and nurture the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and
hands-on learning. After the overwhelming success of our first edition, TECHNOVA 2.0 promises to be even
more dynamic, engaging, and impactful!

This two-day event will bring together creative thinkers and problem-solvers from across schools to develop
real-world tech-based solutions and showcase their talent through models, presentations, and teamwork.

EVENT SCHEDULE

Date ActivityTime

May 20, 2025 Day 1: Model Building & Execution 8:15 AM Reporting

May 21, 2025 Day 2: Presentation & Jury Evaluation 8:15 AM Reporting

📍 Venue: Saint Soldier’s Divine Public School, Sector 16, Panchkula

👥 TEAM STRUCTURE

 Team Size: 3 to 4 students

 Eligibility: Classes 6 to 10 (Each team can have a maximum of two students from any particular class)

 Mentor: One teacher must accompany each team

 Participation Limit: Each school may register up to two teams, each in a different category

🛑 One student can participate in only one team.

💻 REGISTRATION DETAILS

 Registration Fee: NO Registration Fee

 Registration Deadline: April 30, 2025

Registration Link: 👉 www.technovafest.in/registration

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📩 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To complete your team’s registration, the following submissions are required:

✅ 1. Project Write-Up (200 Words)

A clear and concise description of the project idea covering the following points:

 Title of the project

 Problem being addressed

 Purpose and real-world relevance

 Brief on the planned approach/model functionality

✅ 2. Abstract Video (1 Minute)

 Can be a student-recorded explanation, animation, or a voice-over on a PowerPoint

presentation.

 Should introduce the team idea in a simple, creative, and easy-to-understand format.

 Helps the jury pre-screen and better understand your concept before the event.

🧪 COMPETITION CATEGORIES

Participants can choose from four innovative domains, each tailored to encourage creative thinking and real-
world impact.

1. 🌍 Smart & Sustainable Cities

Build a better tomorrow. Develop models that improve life in urban areas through sustainable and smart
solutions.
Suggested Ideas:

 Smart waste management systems

 AI-based traffic control

 Solar-powered public amenities

 Water recycling and harvesting units

2. 🚑 Disaster Resilience & Emergency Solutions

Tech that saves lives. Focus on models that help predict, manage, or recover from disasters.
Suggested Ideas:

 Emergency medical delivery drones

 Flood or fire alert systems

 Earthquake-resistant shelter design

 First-aid bots

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3. 🤖 Assistive Technology & Inclusive Solutions

Build for everyone. Create innovations that assist differently-abled individuals and promote inclusivity.
Suggested Ideas:

 Voice-controlled home automation

 AI-based Braille converters

 Smart walking sticks

 Hearing support tech

4. 🎨 Open Innovation Category

Think beyond boundaries. Design any project model that solves a real-world problem using science, tech, or
engineering.

Let your creativity take centre stage!

🔧 DAY 1 – MAKER’S ARENA (Model Building & Execution)

Date: May 20, 2025

Time: 5-Hour Build Window (with structured phases)

⏱ Time Division

Phase Duration Description

Planning Phase 30 mins Team strategy, sketches, role allocation (Teacher can assist)

Initial Execution 90 mins Basic model construction and setup

Model Development 90 mins Feature integration, coding, enhancements

Testing & Troubleshooting 60 mins Debugging and refinement

Final Touch & Documentation 30 mins Model polishing, report prep, presentation setup

💡 Teacher Assistance:
Each team will receive two 15-minute time coupons (total 30 minutes) for mentor support. These can be
availed either in a single 30-minute slot or in two separate sessions.

(Teacher assistance will be provided by the accompanying teacher from the participating school; no
assistance will be provided by the host school.)

🔌 Note: In the Makers' Arena, all participating teams are required to design, construct, and assemble their
working models entirely from scratch during the event itself. To ensure a fair and hands-on innovation
experience, pre-built or partially assembled models or sub-systems will not be allowed.

Each team must bring all necessary components, raw materials, tools, and equipment they require for
building their project, including items such as sensors, wires, microcontrollers, hardware tools, laptops, power
banks, etc.

The idea is to foster creativity, teamwork, and real-time problem-solving — right from planning to execution
— all within the allotted time on Day 1. Every element of the model must be constructed live at the venue,
under supervision, without any prior assembly.

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 This ensures that the innovation truly originates from the participants’ own efforts and ideas during the event.

Participants are required to create a fully functional working model during the event.

Pro Tip: Don’t forget to pack your crucial spare parts and backups — a single missing component can hold
back your innovation! Avoid last-minute hiccups and be fully prepared to bring your idea to life without
interruptions.

🎤 DAY 2 – PRESENTATION & JURY ROUND

Date: May 21, 2025

Setup Time: 40 minutes for project installation and preparation before jury evaluation begins.

🎯 Evaluation Criteria

Parameter Weightage

Innovation & Creativity 30%

Technical Feasibility 25%

Real-World Impact 20%

Presentation & Communication 15%

Teamwork & Problem-Solving 10%

Judging will be done by an External Jury Panel including professionals from diverse sectors like engineering,
public administration, healthcare, and environmental science.

🏆 AWARDS & RECOGNITION

 🥇 Category Winners: Best project in each of the four categories

 🏫 Top Performing Schools: Based on the cumulative score of their two teams

o 1st Prize: ₹5000

o 2nd Prize: ₹2500

o 3rd Prize: ₹1500

 🎖️ Popular Choice Award: Voted by Class 8 students of Saint Soldiers School

(Host school teams will not participate in this category)

 📜 Certificates: For all participants and mentors

📌 ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES

 ✅ Originality Required: All entries must be original. Plagiarism or reuse of existing project
content will lead to disqualification.

 ⚠️ Responsibility Clause: Participants are responsible for their personal items and devices.

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  💼 Presentation Setup: Basic infrastructure (tables, electricity, seating) will be provided.

 📶 Bring necessary gadgets, chargers, internet dongle, etc., as per your project needs.

 🤝 Code of Conduct: Respectful behaviour, punctuality, and professionalism are expected

from all teams.

🌟 WHY PARTICIPATE?

 Gain practical exposure to STEM-based problem solving.

 Compete and collaborate with students from top schools.

 Get your ideas evaluated by real-world industry experts.

 Win exciting prizes and make your school proud!

 Strengthen critical thinking, innovation, and presentation skills.

☎️ CONTACT US

For queries, assistance, or clarifications, please feel free to connect:

 Ms. Arti: 8699919096 (After 2 PM)

 Mr. Varun Sanduja: 7009594410 (Event Coordinator)

Email Id: [email protected]

🔗 REGISTER NOW

👉 www.technovafest.in/registration

We eagerly look forward to your school’s enthusiastic participation in TECHNOVA 2.0. Let’s empower our
students to innovate, build, and impact! 🚀

Warm Regards,
Event Organizers
Saint Soldier’s Divine Public School, Panchkula
In Collaboration with STEMOrbit

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