VISIOनारी'26

Organized by Innovari – UMIT, SNDT Women’s University

These Terms and Conditions govern participation in VisioNaari – Women Ideation Competition (“Competition”) organized by Innovari, UMIT – SNDT Women’s University (“Organizer”). By registering for the competition, participants agree to abide by the following terms and conditions.

1.ELIGIBILITY

•      The competition is open to women participants aged 18 years and above.
•       Participation is allowed only in teams consisting of 2 to 4 members.
•       The team leader must be a woman aged 18 years or above and will represent the team in official communications.
•       At least one team member must be female.
•       Participants must provide accurate and complete information during registration.
•       Innovari reserves the right to verify participant eligibility at any stage.

2.COMPETITION STRUCTURE

• Round 1 – Idea Registration and Video Pitch: Participants must submit a registration form and a 2-minute video pitch explaining the idea. Participation in Round 1 is free.
• Round 2 – PPT Pitch Submission: Shortlisted teams must submit a PowerPoint presentation and pay the participation fee (₹200 per team for UMIT/SNDT students and ₹500 per team for others). The fee is non‑refundable.
• Round 3 – Grand Finale: The top 10 teams will present their ideas physically before a jury panel.

3. PRIZE MONEY

•       The total prize pool is ₹50,000.
•       Prize distribution will be announced during the finale.
•       Prize money may be subject to applicable taxes under the Income Tax Act, 1961.
•       Innovari reserves the right to revoke prizes in case of rule violations.

4. EVALUATION CRITERIA

•       Innovation and originality
•       Problem relevance
•       Feasibility
•       Market potential
•       Social impact
•       Quality of presentation
•       The jury panel appointed by Innovari will make the final decision.

5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT

•       Participants retain ownership of their ideas and intellectual property.
•       Participants grant Innovari a non‑exclusive, royalty‑free license to use submitted materials for documentation and promotional purposes.
•       Innovari does not claim ownership of participants’ intellectual property.

6. IDEA OWNERSHIP DISCLAIMER

•       Similar ideas may already exist or may be developed independently.
•       Innovari, sponsors, mentors, or jury members are not liable for idea similarity disputes.

7. IDEA AND PUBLICITY CONSENT

•       Innovari may photograph or record participants during the competition.
•       Participant names, photos, and videos may be used for promotional or documentation purposes.
•       Participants waive the right to compensation for such use.

8. PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION (DPDP Act 2023 Compliance)

•       Innovari may collect personal data such as name, contact information, educational details, video submissions, and presentations.
•       Data will be used only for competition administration, communication, evaluation, documentation, and reporting.
•       Innovari will implement reasonable security measures to protect personal data.
•       Participants may request correction of inaccurate personal data.

9. COMPLIANCE WITH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT 2000

•       Submitted content must comply with the Information Technology Act, 2000.
•       Content must not contain unlawful, offensive, defamatory, or infringing material.

10. CODE OF CONDUCT

•       Participants must maintain professional conduct.
•       Harassment, discrimination, misconduct, or plagiarism may result in disqualification.

11. LIABILITY DISCLAIMER

•       Innovari is not responsible for any loss, injury, or damages arising from participation.
•       Innovari is not liable for technical failures, internet disruptions, or travel issues.

12. SPONSOR DISCLAIMER

•     Sponsors may provide financial or logistical assistance but do not influence jury decisions.

13. INDEMNITY CLAUSE

•       Participants agree to indemnify Innovari, SNDT Women’s University, sponsors, jury members, mentors, and organizers against legal claims arising from participation

14. MODIFICATION OF COMPETITION

•       Innovari reserves the right to modify rules, timelines, or cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances.

15. FORCE MAJEURE

• Innovari shall not be liable for delays caused by natural disasters, government restrictions, pandemics, technical disruptions, or venue issues.

16. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

• These terms are governed by the laws of India.
•       Any disputes shall fall under the jurisdiction of courts in Mumbai, Maharashtra.