Introduction: AQUA-CLEAN is a sustainability-driven event challenging participants to design and build a functional water filtration model using limited and easily available materials. The goal is to simulate a real-world water purification problem in low-resource settings. The event combines innovation, awareness, and practical engineering.
Eligibility: Open to all Diploma, UG, and PG students from any branch or discipline from recognised colleges or universities. All participants must carry a valid college ID card during the event for verification. Failure to produce a valid college ID may lead to disqualification.
Problem Statement: Participants must design a water treatment system for a village of 500 people facing contaminated groundwater, unreliable electricity, limited technical expertise, limited maintenance budget, agricultural wastewater, and seasonal water availability. The system should produce safe water while generating minimal secondary waste. Participants must develop a strategy for recovering or reusing contaminants or treatment materials.
Constraints: No grid electricity. Limited transportation. Limited to no chemicals. Must be portable. Must be deployable quickly. Must treat variable contamination.
Components Required: Sand. Gravel. Charcoal. Cotton. Mesh/cloth. PET bottles or containers. Funnels. Rubber bands and plastic pipes. Tape/glue and other approved materials. Chemical filters, electrical equipment, and UV treatment are not allowed.
Team size: 1–3 members.
Time limit: 2 hours to design and demonstrate the model. Only approved materials can be used. Contaminated water will be provided by the organisers. Final water must be visibly clear and measurable.
Water Clarity: 30%.
Design Innovation: 25%.
Material Usage: 15%.
Presentation: 15%.
Filtration Speed: 15%.
Rewards & Recognition: Exciting prizes for the Top 3 Winners. Certificates for all participants.
Certification Policy: All participants will receive certificates. Winners will be awarded certificates and prizes based on the final results declared by the judges.
Important Note: Judges' decisions will be final and binding. Inappropriate or unsafe behaviour will lead to disqualification. Use of non-approved or unsafe materials will result in penalties. Participants may prepare their water purification system in advance or at the venue, as per their convenience. Participants must report 15 minutes before the event starts. The organisers reserve the right to modify the rules, schedule, or any aspect of the event with prior notice. Participants must stay updated through official notices posted on the SLIET techFEST 2026 website. Further modifications to the problem statement may be made based on subsequent analysis and requirements. Registration for the techFEST’26 package is compulsory for accommodation and other perks, while participation in individual events is free*. www.techfest26.com For
Venue
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology, Longowal 148106, Sangrur, Punjab
Sangrur, India
Domain Advisor: Raju Kumar – 2341023/GCS, 6209681064.
Domain Coordinator: Aisha Kumari – 2442003/GCT, 6209681064.
Event Coordinator: Gurleen Kaur – 254014007/GCT, 6209681064.