"Dream, Dream, Dream! Conduct these dreams into thoughts, and then transform them into action."
- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
3 Dec 2023
Five remarkable innovators from Telangana are set to showcase their groundbreaking inventions at the prestigious People's Festival of Innovations in New Delhi. Among the impressive lineup is SK Rajalipasha, a 36-year-old teacher from Khammam, whose invention addresses the safety concerns of the hearing-impaired community.
Inspired by a tragic accident that claimed the life of his hearing-impaired friend, Rajalipasha embarked on a mission to find a solution to the challenges faced by deaf individuals while driving. His brainchild, a safety helmet specially crafted for the deaf, took shape after two years of dedicated work. What sets this helmet apart is its ability to illuminate the front whenever a vehicle honks from behind, alerting the wearer to approaching vehicles. With this innovation, Rajalipasha aims to empower the hearing-impaired and enhance their safety on the roads.
Another impressive invention is TechRedi, developed by a team of four biotechnology graduates: Tejaswi Velugapally, K Pragnya Sree, B Sai Mrudula, and G Sunidhi. TechRedi aims to address the storage and mobility challenges faced by street vendors. By designing a model that can keep vegetables fresh for up to four days, this innovation not only helps vendors avoid losses but also ensures customers have access to fresh and healthy produce. Additionally, the model enables vendors to travel longer distances using an e-vehicle, further improving their mobility and reach.
The People's Festival of Innovations will also showcase two other noteworthy inventions. One is an automated mechanical timer device that enhances drip irrigation, designed by Gopal Singh Thakur and his son Rajesh. This device aims to reduce human errors in watering crops, thereby saving water and improving crop yields. The event will also feature Raju Mupparpu and Alladi Prabhakar, presenting their power-saving street light control device and a multi-functional health bed designed to enhance the safety of visually impaired individuals.