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Social Innovation Project Final Exhibition: A Step Towards a Sustainable Future

On Wednesday, 20th November, IIMS College hosted the Social Innovation Project Exhibition, rooted in the themes of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDGs covered were – SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, and SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. This event served as a platform for students to showcase their innovative solutions addressing some of the most pressing global challenges.

In this exhibition, the participants included 4th Semester students from the September 2023 intake, also known as the exhibitors. There were a total of 16 groups comprising 12 from BCS Faculty and 4 from BIHM faculty. Their collective efforts were highly evident through an outstanding display of ideas that emphasized innovation and sustainability.

A Showcase of Excellence and Ingenuity

The exhibition also drew the attention of international university delegates and other esteemed visitors who interacted with the students. Here, the projects demonstrated the students’ dedication to solving real-world problems while aligning with the global mission of achieving sustainable development. Delegates thus commended the students for their creativity and the potential impact of their ideas, making the event a celebration of collaboration and forward-thinking innovation.

Adding to the event’s significance, a stall from the IIMS Wellbeing Unit, a collaborative initiative with Fheal, was set up. This initiative reflected the college’s approach to promoting mental well-being for students and faculty.

Highlighted Projects Under Each SDG Theme

Meanwhile, let’s get a sneak peek of the projects present at the Social Innovation Project Exhibition.

SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

Firstly, projects in this category focused on innovative solutions to promote sustainable practices and reduce waste. Notable exhibits included:

  • EcoBites: Advocating eco-friendly food production and consumption.
  • HamroHerbal: Highlighting sustainable use of herbal resources.
  • Sent Bon: An innovative approach to eco-friendly fragrances.
  • Smart Dustbin: A tech-driven solution for efficient waste management.
  • Threads of Empowerment: Empowering communities through sustainable fashion.

SDG 4: Quality Education

Secondly, this theme centered on enhancing accessibility and quality in education through technological and creative solutions. The projects included:

  • Fresh Start – Your CV, Your Expertise: Empowering individuals to enhance their professional skills.
  • Shikshya – Education at Your Fingertips: Bridging the gap in educational access with digital tools.
  • Fun-Book: Making learning engaging and interactive.

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Thirdly, under this theme, projects targeted the development of safer and smarter urban spaces. Highlights included:

  • Pedestrian Safety System: Enhancing safety for pedestrians through smart systems.
  • Gas and Smoke Detector: Aimed at preventing accidents in urban households.
  • Alert Waves – Your Safety On Us: A project dedicated to personal safety in urban environments.

A Step Forward in Social Innovation

Overall, the Social Innovation Project Exhibition at IIMS College strengthened the power of young minds in driving meaningful change. It provided students with an invaluable opportunity to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges while being socially responsible. Therefore, events like this not only nurture innovation but also inspire students to become catalysts for sustainable development.

Finally, with another success of this year’s exhibition, we can expect the upcoming years to be even more promising, filled with innovative projects and sustainable ideas.

Student's Experience

Ephrat Luzang Lepcha

( BBA 2023 Batch)

Lajana Manandhar

( BBA 2021 Batch)

Keshav Chapain

( BHM 2020 Batch)

Niruta Kumal

(BBA 2019 Batch)

Salina Pandey

(BHM 2018 Batch)

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