POV Statement

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Residents and pilgrims in Alandi need a sustainable and effective way to reduce river pollution

because existing methods are temporary and lack public awareness and involvement.

Existing Solutions & Limitations

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- Manual cleanups and municipal sweeps

- Floating trash booms and net barriers

- Limitations: Infrequent efforts, costly tech, low public involvement

Ideation Techniques

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1. Brainstorming: Boat trap system, trash separator net, drone skimmers

2. SCAMPER:

- Combine: Collector + separator

- Adapt: From drainage net to river net

- Modify: Frontal collection angle and size

Final Solution Summary

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Solution: Solar-powered boat with front waste collector

How it Works: Frontal net + conveyor system collects floating trash

Advantages:

- Affordable and scalable

- Fits Alandi’s narrow river structure

- Environmentally friendly and easy to operate