Ideaz

In today’s fast-moving lifestyle, access to basic medicines often becomes a challenge, especially during late hours or in emergency situations. Pharmacies may remain closed, or the nearest medical store might be too far to reach. This can cause unnecessary delays in treatment for minor health issues such as fever, headache, cold,sprains or small injuries.

QuickMed is a unique and smart vending machine designed to dispense basic OTC medicines and essential healthcare products like paracetamol, antiseptic creams, band-aids,volinis,crepe bangades, hand sanitizers, and masks. Installed in campuses, railway stations, hostels, and public places, the machine works through digital payment systems (UPI,credit/debit cards), ensuring 24/7 availability.

The system is connected to a central database that tracks stock levels and automatically notifies suppliers when refilling is needed. Medicines are organized in separate slots with QR/barcode scanning to prevent errors. Additionally, a small display provides dosage information and warnings to promote safe usage.

Who benefits:

• commuters or travellers who need urgent first aid
• students living in hostels or away from family(people who mainly benefit from this idea)
• normal public during after hours as it is hard to find pharmacies which are open 24/7
• this idea can also partner with nearby pharmacies or pharmacies which are realtively close.by doing this,their net sales will also see a rise which is a win win situation for both public and the vendors
• can be life saving in some instances

Why it matters to me:

• being a student who lives in hostel and mostly away from parents,i found this idea to be very beneficial as i come across alot of people around me sustaining minor injuries like ankle twists,sprains or any kind of sickness like cold,fever or cough
• this vending machine can be very helpful in any of these cases as it can dispense tablets,volini and others kinds of first aids

Technical details:

• central database that stores the stock information and regulates accordingly
• digital payment systen such as UPI or debit/credit card
• battery back to still keep running when theres a power outage

The Problem

Cabs and ride-hailing services have become part of modern life, but safety is still a blind spot. Passengers usually focus on:
a.Fare price.
b.Arrival time
c.Star rating of driver

But what they don’t see is much more critical:
-> Whether the driver has past traffic violations, accident history, or pending police cases.
-> Whether the vehicle has valid insurance, pollution, and fitness certificates.
-> If the cab is equipped with working seatbelts, airbags, GPS, and emergency tools.
-> If the company has verified the driver recently, or just at the time of onboarding.
For example:
-> A driver may have been booked for overspeeding three times last year, but passengers won’t know.
-> A cab might be running without insurance, meaning if an accident occurs, the passenger gets no legal cover.
-> Women passengers taking late-night rides often feel unsafe due to lack of transparent driver background checks.
-> The gap between available safety information and what passengers can actually access creates a dangerous environment.

What We’re Stuck With Now

Currently, passengers rely on three weak and limited systems:

1. Star Ratings
-> A driver with 4.8★ might still be unsafe.
-> Ratings reflect “ride comfort” or “driver politeness,” not genuine safety.

2. Government Data
-> RTOs, police, and insurance companies keep detailed safety records.
-> But this data is fragmented, outdated, or locked in manual files.
-> A normal passenger cannot check if their cab is compliant.

3. Ride-Hailing Company Verification
-> But verification is usually a one-time onboarding check.
-> Updates (like expired insurance or fresh accident records) are often missed.
In short: The system hides what matters most – real safety.

Our Solution

SafeRide solves this gap by introducing a Safety Transparency Score (STS) that appears before booking.
A – Safe & Verified: Driver and vehicle are fully compliant. No serious issues.
B – Acceptable: Some minor pending issues, but still safe to travel.
C – Risky: Major safety concerns flagged. Passengers warned.
This makes safety as visible as price and ratings.

Imagine:
You open your ride app → see fare ₹320 → arrival time 5 mins → Safety Score: A.
Instantly, you know the ride is safe, compliant, and trustworthy.

How Will the Safety Score Be Created? 

1. Government Data Integration
-> Direct link with RTOs and police databases.
-> Driver license validity, accident history, traffic fines.
-> Vehicle insurance, fitness certificates, emission tests.
-> Data updated in real-time (no outdated info).

2. Verified Crowdsourcing
Passengers answer objective safety questions:
-> Was the seatbelt working?
-> Did the driver overspeed?
-> Was the vehicle clean and hygienic?

3. Driver & Vehicle Self-Verification
Drivers upload documents like:
-> Valid insurance copy
-> Vehicle servicing record
-> Safe driving training certificates
Adds to their credibility, boosting score.

4. AI Monitoring (Future Scope)
AI + GPS tracks behavior in real-time.
Flags unsafe driving: sharp braking, sudden lane changes, overspeeding.
Detects route deviation or suspicious detours → sends passenger alert.

Who Would This Help?

Passengers
-> Women commuting late at night feel safer.
-> Parents booking for kids get peace of mind.
-> Elderly or frequent travelers can trust their cab choices.

Drivers
-> Good drivers stand out with higher safety scores.
-> Safer drivers get priority bookings and higher earnings.
-> Motivates others to improve behavior.

Ride-Hailing Companies
-> Build customer trust → more bookings.
-> Reduce liability in case of accidents.
-> Market themselves as safety-first platforms.

Governments & Regulators
-> Get access to real-time compliance data.
-> Easier monitoring of urban transport safety.
-> Fewer accidents → reduced public healthcare burden.

The Impact

1. Transparency: Passengers see real safety info before stepping into the cab.

2. Trust: A trusted ride-hailing ecosystem → more adoption of cab services.

3. Safety: Lower accident rates, fewer harassment incidents, and safer commutes.

4. Accountability: Drivers and companies can’t hide safety violations anymore.

5. Societal Change: Promotes a culture of responsibility in urban mobility.

Tagline Ideas

“SafeRide – Because every journey deserves safety you can see.”

“Your ride, your safety, your choice.”

“Trust rides, not just ratings.”

The Problem

Cabs and ride-hailing services have become part of modern life, but safety is still a blind spot. Passengers usually focus on:
a.Fare price.
b.Arrival time
c.Star rating of driver

But what they don’t see is much more critical:
-> Whether the driver has past traffic violations, accident history, or pending police cases.
-> Whether the vehicle has valid insurance, pollution, and fitness certificates.
-> If the cab is equipped with working seatbelts, airbags, GPS, and emergency tools.
-> If the company has verified the driver recently, or just at the time of onboarding.
For example:
-> A driver may have been booked for overspeeding three times last year, but passengers won’t know.
-> A cab might be running without insurance, meaning if an accident occurs, the passenger gets no legal cover.
-> Women passengers taking late-night rides often feel unsafe due to lack of transparent driver background checks.
-> The gap between available safety information and what passengers can actually access creates a dangerous environment.

What We’re Stuck With Now

Currently, passengers rely on three weak and limited systems:

1. Star Ratings
-> A driver with 4.8★ might still be unsafe.
-> Ratings reflect “ride comfort” or “driver politeness,” not genuine safety.

2. Government Data
-> RTOs, police, and insurance companies keep detailed safety records.
-> But this data is fragmented, outdated, or locked in manual files.
-> A normal passenger cannot check if their cab is compliant.

3. Ride-Hailing Company Verification
-> But verification is usually a one-time onboarding check.
-> Updates (like expired insurance or fresh accident records) are often missed.
In short: The system hides what matters most – real safety.

Our Solution

SafeRide solves this gap by introducing a Safety Transparency Score (STS) that appears before booking.
A – Safe & Verified: Driver and vehicle are fully compliant. No serious issues.
B – Acceptable: Some minor pending issues, but still safe to travel.
C – Risky: Major safety concerns flagged. Passengers warned.
This makes safety as visible as price and ratings.

Imagine:
You open your ride app → see fare ₹320 → arrival time 5 mins → Safety Score: A.
Instantly, you know the ride is safe, compliant, and trustworthy.

How Will the Safety Score Be Created? 

1. Government Data Integration
-> Direct link with RTOs and police databases.
-> Driver license validity, accident history, traffic fines.
-> Vehicle insurance, fitness certificates, emission tests.
-> Data updated in real-time (no outdated info).

2. Verified Crowdsourcing
Passengers answer objective safety questions:
-> Was the seatbelt working?
-> Did the driver overspeed?
-> Was the vehicle clean and hygienic?

3. Driver & Vehicle Self-Verification
Drivers upload documents like:
-> Valid insurance copy
-> Vehicle servicing record
-> Safe driving training certificates
Adds to their credibility, boosting score.

4. AI Monitoring (Future Scope)
AI + GPS tracks behavior in real-time.
Flags unsafe driving: sharp braking, sudden lane changes, overspeeding.
Detects route deviation or suspicious detours → sends passenger alert.

Who Would This Help?

Passengers
-> Women commuting late at night feel safer.
-> Parents booking for kids get peace of mind.
-> Elderly or frequent travelers can trust their cab choices.

Drivers
-> Good drivers stand out with higher safety scores.
-> Safer drivers get priority bookings and higher earnings.
-> Motivates others to improve behavior.

Ride-Hailing Companies
-> Build customer trust → more bookings.
-> Reduce liability in case of accidents.
-> Market themselves as safety-first platforms.

Governments & Regulators
-> Get access to real-time compliance data.
-> Easier monitoring of urban transport safety.
-> Fewer accidents → reduced public healthcare burden.

The Impact

1. Transparency: Passengers see real safety info before stepping into the cab.

2. Trust: A trusted ride-hailing ecosystem → more adoption of cab services.

3. Safety: Lower accident rates, fewer harassment incidents, and safer commutes.

4. Accountability: Drivers and companies can’t hide safety violations anymore.

5. Societal Change: Promotes a culture of responsibility in urban mobility.

Tagline Ideas

“SafeRide – Because every journey deserves safety you can see.”

“Your ride, your safety, your choice.”

“Trust rides, not just ratings.”

 Introduction: 

Electricity is a lifeline for modern living, yet the infrastructure that delivers it is not always safe. In many parts of India, especially rural areas, electricity is still transmitted through overhead poles and exposed wires. While this system is functional, it poses severe risks to both people and communities. Unlike countries such as Japan, Korea, and China, where underground cabling has become the norm, India continues to rely heavily on outdated overhead systems. This creates challenges not only for safety but also for reliability and long-term sustainability.

The problem:

Overhead poles are highly vulnerable to weather conditions, cause frequent power cuts, and put lives at risk. When wires fall during rains or storms, they turn entire areas into death traps. Festivals like Sankranti, where kite flying is common, make the danger even greater for children. My own life was deeply affected when I lost a close friend in such an accident, proving how urgent this issue is.

The problems with overhead systems can be summarized as:

• High risk of electrocution when wires fall into water.
• Increased accidents during festivals, especially with children.
• Constant maintenance requirements and higher long-term costs.
• Vulnerability to storms, winds, and other weather conditions.
• Cluttered streets and reduced urban aesthetics

The solution:

The most effective way to address this challenge is by replacing overhead poles with underground electric pole systems. Insulated cables can be safely enclosed in protective conduits beneath the ground, eliminating direct exposure and preventing accidents. Advanced NANO-insulated materials make the cables more durable, while VLSI-based monitoring systems allow for real-time fault detection. Together, these measures create a safer, cleaner, and more reliable power infrastructure. This solution reduces accidents, lowers maintenance costs, ensures uninterrupted electricity, and contributes to a more organized urban and rural environment.