Quasar 2.0

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A sample PPT template for the idea submission stage is given here.

Quasar 2.0 is the flagship annual 24-hour hackathon organized by Vasantdada Patil Pratishthan's College of Engineering & Visual Arts wherein young innovators and developers from all over the country come together to find alarming problems in various sectors and brainstorm their solutions to said problems and showcase their true potential to the alarming problems of the region & the world. It is completely organized by a team of dedicated students and also consists of a series of workshops and other fun activities to make the stay memorable.

We are excited to announce our upcoming first rendition of Quasar 2.0 to be in a hybrid mode, designed for beginners with a passion for innovation and sustainability. Our event will feature multiple themes, allowing participants to submit their ideas in the given PPT format and showcase their creativity offline in VPPCOE&VA.

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Dates:

27th January - 6th March, 2024. (Registration)
Till 10th March, 2024. (Online Phase 1)
16th March - 17th March, 2024. (Offline Hackathon)

Prizes:

We have a prize pool worth ₹80,000 and more to offer!

Sectors:

Agriculture/Rural Development: Whether you're interested in creating tools for better crop management or finding ways to increase access to markets for small-scale farmers, this sector offers a wide range of possibilities for you to showcase your skills and make a positive impact on the world.

Smart Education: This sector provides an opportunity for you to explore innovative solutions for the education industry, from improving access to quality education for all, to developing cutting-edge educational technologies.

MediTech/BioTech: Whether you're interested in using AI for disease diagnosis or creating wearable devices for monitoring health, the possibilities for innovation in this sector are endless.

Smart City: In this sector, we're looking for innovative ideas that can make our cities more sustainable, connected, and efficient. Whether it's developing smart traffic management systems, enhancing public transportation, or creating solutions for waste management, we're looking for solutions that can improve the quality of life for citizens.

Phase Details:

Phase 1: Based on the 4 sectors given to you, the participants need to choose a sector and based on that sector, the team to formulate the problem statement and the technology solution to the chosen problem statement. As part of this problem statement and the technology solution, the team has to prepare a PowerPoint Presentation and submit the same during the process of registration. Once your registration is complete, you will receive a mail stating that we have received your registration. After registration, the participating teams have to submit a video stating the reason of your participation and why you have chosen this sector and particular problem statement.

A sample PPT template for the idea submission stage is given here.

Phase 2: We will evaluate your problem statement and solution and after that the participating teams will be given confirmation of your participation on March 8, 2024. Means, at this juncture you will officially become a part of Quasar 2.0.

Phase 3: This phase will start with your presence at the venue on March 16, 2024 at 2.00 p.m. To begin with, the judges will look into your problem statement and technology solution to it. The judges will suggest some implementation changes in your stated technology solution. You need to incorporate the changes suggested by the judges into your solution in the next 24-hours, means till March 17, 2.00 p.m.

Phase 4: Based on the judges’ perspective and decision, some teams will be shortlisted for the final round. After that, before the jury, problem statement, its technology solution and the implementation will be bound in a business idea. The best teams shortlisted from your business ideas will be declared as winners of the hackathon.