21 September, 2023

The Expert Evaluation of "Smart India Hackathon-2023," conducted by the Chemical Engineering Department on September 21, 2023, in the H-202/3 was designed with clear objectives in mind. Firstly, it aimed to instill in students a heightened awareness of real-life challenges, bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical application. Secondly, the program sought to inspire students to actively participate in problem-solving and innovation, igniting their enthusiasm for finding meaningful solutions. Thirdly, it provided a valuable platform for students to hone their communication and presentation skills by presenting their ideas effectively to both their peers and esteemed jury members. Furthermore, the event encouraged cross-functional collaboration, promoting teamwork and the exchange of diverse perspectives among students from various backgrounds. Ultimately, this program was a testament to the department's commitment to aligning education with practical problem-solving and fostering a culture of innovation within the college community.

Key Features:

• Organizing Department: Chemical Engineering Department 
• Jury member Name:

1. Dr. Hiral Pandya, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engg. Dept., L.D.C.E., Ahmedabad
2. Prof. Piyush Patel, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engg. Dept., L.D.C.E., Ahmedabad

• Duration: 21st September 2023 (10:30 am onwards)
• Venue: H-202/3
• No. of Participants: 30 students (5 teams)
• Event Coordinator: Dr. Milap G. Nayak

Discussion Points:

• Participation of Five Student Teams: The Chemical Engineering Department is proud to have five student teams participating in the Smart India Hackathon 2023, showcasing their innovative ideas across various domains within the field of chemical engineering.
• Problem Statement Definition and Literature Survey: Each team diligently defined their problem statements and presented a comprehensive collective literature survey, demonstrating their commitment to thorough research and understanding of the challenges at hand.
• Interdisciplinary Solutions: Some teams showcased their ability to think beyond traditional boundaries by proposing interdisciplinary solutions, emphasizing the department's adaptability to emerging engineering domains.
• Embracing Emerging Engineering Fields: Notably, our teams ventured into emerging engineering fields, including robotics, green energy, water treatment, and waste minimization, reflecting the department's alignment with contemporary global challenges and technological trends.
• Expert Interaction and Appreciation: Distinguished experts engaged with our student teams and commended the quality of work presented, acknowledging the depth of knowledge and dedication displayed by our students.
• Valuable Suggestions and Evaluation: The critical process of evaluation and feedback was undertaken, providing valuable suggestions to further refine and enhance the projects, fostering continuous improvement and innovation within our department's student teams.

A Quote by the Expert:

“Student team with interdisciplinary domain and zeal to work can win the race”