Reel Making Competition

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RESULTS

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Thanks for participation!

We have received multiple requests from students seeking additional time to participate in the competition, as they were unable to meet the deadline due to academic commitments. Additionally, many participants whose reels were rejected now have the opportunity to modify and resubmit their entries.

In light of this, we are pleased to announce that the deadline for reel submission has been extended to February 23, 2025. All other previously mentioned dates will remain unchanged.

Thank you for your participation and enthusiasm

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Each participant will be granted an e-Certificate, and additionally, the top three participants will receive

Cash Award-

First Prize – Rs. 5000/-

Second Prize – Rs. 3000/-

Third Prize – Rs. 2000/-

About the Competition-

This competition encourages students from various disciplines to creatively express their ideas on education, nature conservation, research, and awareness-related topics through engaging short video reels.

Topics:

Any one of the following topics

1. The Future of Education: Role of Technology and AI
2. The Importance of Biodiversity and Conservation
3. Scientific Research and Its Impact on Society
4. Climate Change and Sustainable Living
5. The Power of Social Media in Spreading Awareness
6. Waste Management and Eco-Friendly Practices

Rules and Guidelines –

1. Reel duration must be between 30 to 90 seconds.
2. Language can be English, Hindi, or Marathi.
3. Content must be original. Plagiarism or AI-generated content will result in disqualification.
4. Participants may submit only one entry on a selected theme.
5. The reel must end with the name/names of participants clearly mentioned.
6. After the participant names, the provided image (Download from QR code) must be included at the end of the reel. Reels without this image^# will be disqualified.
7. By submitting, participants grant permission for their work to be published on BVCT’s website, social media, or promotional materials with proper attribution
8. Embargo: Submitted reels cannot be posted until one week after results, and winning reels for one month, or the participant will be disqualified and blacklisted.
9. Each submitted reel will receive an eCertificate after the results, with up to five participants per entry eligible for certificates.

Judging criteria:

1. 50% Marks: Based on views, watch time and other engagements attracted through BVCT’s Facebook & Instagram social media handles.
2. 50% Marks: Evaluated by juries based on originality, creativity, clarity of message, relevance to the theme, and overall impact.
3. Judges’ decisions will be final and binding.

Eligibility to participate-

Participants must be enrolled as students pursuing education in any educational institution/school as of February 8^th , 2025.

Fees- There is no entry or application fee to the competition.

Procedure for submission of reel-

1. Create the reel based on one of the given themes.
2. Ensure the reel ends with participant name(s) and the provided image.
3. Format: MP4 or MOV any supported video format
4. Size: Maximum 100 MB
5. Aspect Ratio: 9:16 (portrait orientation)
6. Duration: 30 to 90 seconds
7. Resolution: Minimum 720p (HD)
8. End the reel with the names of participants and the provided image#.
9. Audio: Clear audio, no distortion; avoid copyrighted music.
10. Text and Visuals: Legible text, clear visuals aligned with the theme.
11. Uploading: Submit via the provided Google link after ensuring all guidelines are met.

Important dates:

1. Submission Period: February 8, 2025 – February 18, 2025
2. Uploading on Social Media: Reels will be uploaded by us as received and verified, on or before February 19, 2025.
3. Engagement Period: Participants can gather likes and engagement on their reels from the time of upload until February 26, 2025 (until 10.00 pm).
4. Winners & Participants Announcement: February 28, 2025 (National Science Day).
5. Winners’ Details Submission: Winners will need to fill out a Google Form with required information.
6. Prize Distribution: Cheques will be sent after form submission (The first person in the participants list as per google form)
7. Cheque Encashment Deadline: March 15, 2025
8. Participation Certificates: Each submitted reel will receive an eCertificate after the results, within 10 days.

Declaration of results:

28^th February 2025 on the occasion of National Science Day (on or before 10.00 pm)

For Any further queries Contact:

Dr. Rupesh Yadav: 94030 18881

Dr. Anup Hendre: 84468 91638

Mr. Rajiv Dixit: 98901 23995