SYNERGY

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SHILP
Sustainable Habitat through Indian Knowledge System to Leverage the Present
thinking of the future

Architectural Design Competition

Competition Dossier

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Contents
1. Introduction
1.1. History of Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu – A context setting

2. Objectives of the SHILP Design Competition

2.1 Design Approach

2.2 Spatial Requirements

3. Regulations

3.1. Sponsor & Organizer

3.2. Eligibility

3.3. Official Language

3.4. Registration of Participants

3.5. Jury, Technical Committee & Professional Advisor

3.6. Questions & Answers

3.7. Prizes

3.8. Declaration of Organizers Interest

3.9. Jury Decisions

3.10. Creators’ Rights

3.11. Publication Rights

3.12. Notifications of Results

3.13. Dispute Resolution

4. Submission

4.1. Requirements

4.2. Submission & Anonymity

4.3. Submission Requirements

5. Evaluation

6. Competition Timetable

6.1. Post-Competition Activities

7. Appendix

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1. Introduction
SHILP is a national level, Open, One-Stage Architectural +Transdisciplinary Competition as a part of the Young
Architects Festival 2025 at Mahabalipuram. The competition's Organising committee welcomes a visionary and
transdisciplinary approach for a sustainable MICE and Wellness Hub - Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and
Exhibitions (MICE) and wellness facilities introducing an element of luxury and relaxation in Mahabalipuram.

There is a common misconception that "architectural conservation" and "heritage preservation" equate to
overregulation practices of any historic place in India. This misconception often excludes new ideas, technology,
and research in sustainability matters.

The SHILP MICE and Wellness Hub is envisioned as a beacon of Synergy, inviting fresh ideas that can foster a
new perspective for the future based on the application of the past Indian Knowledge Systems in architecture
transcends traditional boundaries, transforms in response to future challenges, and brings people together in
the pursuit of sustainable solutions. By integrating the themes of Transcend, Transform, and Together into a
cohesive design approach, the project will create a vibrant ecosystem that fosters innovation, collaboration, and
environmental stewardship, setting a new paradigm for MICE and development in Southern India.

1.1. A brief history of Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram is a historic city and UNESCO World Heritage site in Chengalpattu District of
Tamil Nadu, India.

Ancient years & Mythology

Historically speaking, Mahabalipuram was once part of the Pallava Dynasty, a Tamil dynasty that ruled over part
of southern India between the 3rd and 9th centuries AD. One of the architectural achievements of the Pallava
kings was the construction of a complex of temples commonly known as the ‘Seven Pagodas of Mahabalipuram.’
According to a local myth, the beauty of Mahabalipuram aroused the jealousy of Indra, the deva of rain and
storms. As a result, the deity is said to have submerged the entire city, including six of the seven temples, under
the sea during a great storm. Of these seven temples, only one - the Shore Temple, remains visible today.

The Name of the Seven Pagodas of Mahabalipuram

Sources say that the name Mahabalipuram is meant to honour the benevolent King Bali, also known as Mahabali.
This king is recorded to have sacrificed himself to Vamana, the fifth avatar of Vishnu, following which he is said
to have attained enlightenment.

The Beautiful Architecture of the Seven Pagodas Enraged a Deity

The Seven Pagodas of Mahabalipuram were built during the reign of Narasimhavarman II in the 8th century AD.
The Shore Temple is a building with five stories. Due to its position, the first rays of the rising sun would fall on
the deity that this temple was dedicated to, Shiva. The role of the Pallava kings as patrons of the arts can also
be attested by the fact that this temple is decorated with intricate bas-reliefs. Many other outstanding structures
built during the reign of the Pallava kings were decorated similarly. Additionally, there are many monolithic
sculptures scattered around the temple complex.

A place of rock cut architecture in the South of India

This Pallava old site has some of the earliest examples of architecture in South India, rock-cut cave temples,
stone carvings, and the shore temple on the beach. In Mahabalipuram (also known as Mamallapuram), especially

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the Hindu Group of Monuments are famous landmarks because they represent the impressive architectural
legacy of the Pallava rulers, and they are artistic and technical wonders. The city was prosperous economically
and had a complex of royal monuments, of which several were carved out of living rock. The city’s stone
structures include mandapas (cave sanctuaries), which were typically built as a square vestibule, hall with pillars,
or pavilion. Cells or sanctums would often be included, creating facilities for dwellings (vihara). The mandapas
were used for people to gather socially, usually for ceremonies and rite-of-passage rituals.

There are many mandapas at Mahabalipuram, all dated to the 7th and 8th centuries. Other monuments are: the
Ratha (‘chariots to the gods’) - striking rock-cut temples carved out of a single boulder, in the form of chariots,
and dated to 600 CE and 800 CE. These rock-cut temples, named after the five Pandav brothers (Arjuna,
Yudhistira, Bhima, Nakula, and Sahadeva) demigod warrior princes, and the heroes of the ancient Sanskrit epic
poem Mahabharata are the outstanding examples of Pallava art. Mahabalipuram represents not only Dravidian
architectural style. The Chola architecture highly influences this style and techniques used by other dynasties
that followed. Ratha – the full-sized models - recall the earlier architecture of the Buddhist chapels and
monasteries. The architecture resembles Dravidian temples with their grand towers, sculptured walls, and halls
decorated with Dravidian-style pillars. Mahendravarman I (600-630 AD) was a great supporter of the arts. He
had a passion for religion, so he introduced rock-cut architecture to the Pallava Dynasty. He wanted both
temples and artwork that decorated them to survive both weather and the passing of time. Therefore, he used
a rock as a building material to better preserve the temples.

When he died, the temples were still not completed in the city of Mahabalipuram. His son was not so interested
in art as his father, and he preferred to develop his military skills instead. The five temples have never been built,
like his father, Mahendravarman, intended to do. They stand unfinished until today and are called the Five Ratha
of Mahabalipuram. Another stone structure, the Shore Temple dedicated to the god Shiva is also one of
Mahabalipuram’s most noted landmarks. Today, the facility is eroded and somewhat ruined, but it still holds
many artistic details intact. However, interestingly, this temple clearly shows a change in temple construction.
The nearby five Ratha are rock-hewn monoliths; the Shore Temple, on the other hand, is stone-built. It is
considered one of the earliest stone-built temples in India. It has a sixteensided lingam and a relief of
Somaskanda, a form of Shiva dated to the early Pallava period (275 CE to 897 CE) that became widely popular.

Yet another architectural attraction of Mahabalipuram is a spectacular and massive open-air bas-relief sculpted
out of pink granite. The boulder is carved with 153 different deities, humans, and various animals carved on it.
This relief is like the Mahabharata epic poem with beautiful mythical scenes, battles, and figures of animals,
beings, gods, and goddesses. It also depicts the story of Arjuna doing penance to attain a weapon from Lord
Shiva to fight his enemies. It also shows the story of the Ganges descent from the Himalayas. The open-air bas-
relief was carved on the face of two gigantic, connecting boulders, approximately 96 feet long (29 meters) and
43 feet (13 meters) high. The brilliant artwork dates back to the mid-seventh century. The concept of the story
includes an essential piece of Hindu philosophy. It says that a person could, by penance, the infliction of pain, or
other discomforts on oneself, reach miraculous blessings from the Gods. The ‘Descent of Ganges’ story, on the
other hand, describes the penance of the Sage Bhagirathi, who performed austerities to bring Goddess Ganges
down to earth.

Geological and Ecological Importance

The hinterland around Mahabalipuram is mostly cove -red by charnockite and migmatite group of rocks. Discrete
bodies of granites are seen in some parts of the area, including the granatic promontories on the shore of
Mahabalipuram. These outcrops may belong to the same age group of granatic activity that occurred in the
central part of Tamil Nadu during the Protorozoic. The river Palar joins the sea on the southern side of
Mahabalipuram near Sadras. The geomorphic feature like the Buckingham canal, is a backwater body located
about1.5 km west of Mahabalipuram, with outlets at Cove long on the north and Kalppakkam in the south. This

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area has contemplated stretches from Cove long on the north to Vayalur on the south with hinterland area of
Vasavasamudram, a flourished port town during the early centuries of the Common Era.

The coastline of Mahabalipuram region consist of long open beaches with casurina plantations. The shoreline is
long and is oriented approximately N –S with a slight inclination to the coast. The beaches are appreciably
straight, open and continuous. These exposed beaches have large subaerial and subaqueous sand storage. In
the near shore zone off Mahabalipuram, the seabed is uneven with rocky outcrops of granitic boulders with
occasional sand patches forming a marine ecological system. As nature thrives, unhindered and undisturbed by
human activity till date. Beneath the sea's surface lies a wealth of submerged ruins, creating a magnificent
underwater ecological landscape.

2. Objectives of SHILP

The SHILP competition aims to select concept designs for a MICE and Wellness Hub proposed by the TTDC on a
cost outlay of INR 20 Crores (PPP mode) — Mahabalipuram, is not only a popular tourist destination but also
has the potential to serve as an excellent MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination.
The proposal should accommodate various sizes of gatherings, from small meetings and workshops to large-
scale conferences and exhibitions. The design approach must embody the theme of Synergy and integrate the
sub-themes Transcend, Transform, Together into a cohesive architectural vision.

2.1 Design Approach:

2.1.1 Synergy: Harmonizing Spaces and Functions

The design should emphasize the interconnectedness of all components within the MICE each element—
whether the Convention Centre, commercial components like shopping, cinemas, entertainment options.
Organising new standalone events, FAM trips that allows participants to experience a destination firsthand,
Adventure tourism events, Wellness Centre with facilities, Yoga, Ayurvedic treatment, Masssage parlour with
dormitory —should not stand alone but rather function as an integral part of a larger system. The spaces should
be designed to foster collaboration and interaction, ensuring that knowledge, innovation, and creativity flow
seamlessly throughout the hub. This holistic integration will result in a space that is more than the sum of its
parts, creating a dynamic environment where interdisciplinary collaboration thrives.

2.1.2 Transcend: Pushing Boundaries of Innovation and Knowledge

The design should push the boundaries of traditional architecture by incorporating cutting-edge technologies,
sustainable practices, and innovative MICE and Wellness facilities. The hub should be a place where architecture
transcends conventional norms, offering flexible and adaptive spaces that can evolve with the changing needs
of MICE and Wellness facilities and innovation. The goal is to create an environment that not only houses MICE
and Wellness facilities activities but also inspires and nurtures groundbreaking ideas that transcend current
knowledge and practices in biodiversity and sustainability.

2.1.3. Transform: Adapting to Future Needs and Challenges

Transformation is key to the design approach, reflecting the need for adaptability in both physical spaces and
the MICE and Wellness facilities conducted within them. The hub should be designed with a forward-looking
perspective, anticipating future needs and challenges in environmental preservation, biodiversity, and
sustainability. This includes designing spaces that can be easily reconfigured or repurposed as MICE and Wellness
facilities evolves, integrating renewable energy sources, and implementing sustainable water and waste
management systems that set new standards for environmental responsibility.

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2.1.4. Together: Building a Collaborative Community

The MICE and Wellness Hub should embody the spirit of togetherness, creating spaces that encourage
collaboration, shared learning, and collective action. The design should facilitate interaction between tourist,
business visitors, and the local community, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose. Whether through
shared MICE, or public engagement areas, the hub should be a place where diverse perspectives and expertise
come together to address complex environmental challenges.

2.1.5. Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Integrating Tradition and
Modernity

The design should seamlessly integrate Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) with modern sustainable development
practices, creating a unique architectural approach that respects cultural heritage while embracing innovation.
This involves the careful selection of materials, the incorporation of traditional design elements, and the
application of IKS principles in water management, energy efficiency, and biodiversity strategies. By aligning the
project with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the design will contribute to global efforts in
environmental sustainability while remaining deeply rooted in local traditions and knowledge.

2.1.6. Environmental Synergy: Designing with Nature

The design should be in harmony with the natural environment, using Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) to address
water management, energy production, and ecosystem preservation. The integration of green spaces, rainwater
harvesting systems, and renewable energy sources will ensure that the MICE and Wellness facilities Hub not only
minimizes its environmental impact but also serves as a model for sustainable development in the region. The
design should prioritize the conservation of local biodiversity and contribute to ongoing environmental
surveillance and preservation efforts.

2.2 Spatial Requirements:

The key spatial components which should be taken into consideration regarding the design are:

1. The MICE with required facilities including Convention Centre, commercial components like shopping,
cinemas, entertainment options. Organising new standalone events, FAM trips that allows participants to
experience a destination firsthand, Adventure tourism events.

2. Wellness Centre with facilities, Yoga, Ayurvedic treatment, Masssage parlour with accommodation facilities
(100 keys) for national and international visitors and VIP’s.

3. IKS – approach to architecture, material usage, technology, sensitivity to cultural heritage, and environmental
issues combining design, planning, and strategic actions that will take into consideration a variety of factors (e.g.,
water resources management, green energy, agri-food actions, biodiversity policies and strategies, ecosystem
services, etc.) through an interlinked nexus approach, in accordance with the Indian Knowledge Systems and
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)s

6. The Water Cycle: historical data and climate change projections should be considered for the design and
planning of water supply for domestic use and water management, e.g., through rain harvesting and/river Palar
estuary, groundwater management, or other types of Nature-Based Solutions (NBS). Flood protection and
drought management planning ideas are of major interest for this component.

7. The coastal blue ecosystem preservation it should be part of the holistic approach

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8. Wastewater treatment schemes should also consider treated wastewater reuse, energy production through
wastewater treatment, and potential material reuse (e.g., phosphates and nitrates) in a broader circular
economy context.

9. Energy Efficiency (Solar, wind, geothermal energy, etc.): it is crucial to examine energy efficiency through a
variety of green energy technologies (including energy production from No8) to achieve (green) energy
efficiency in the local context.

10. The biodiversity strategies, especially to the local context.

11. Environmental preservation surveillance initiatives, ongoing actions/projects, and other similar activities
specifically related to the context.

3. Regulations

3.1 Sponsor and Organizer

THE INDIAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS, TAMIL NADU CHAPTER

Email: [email protected] and Mobile: +91 89403 41545

3.2 Eligibility

The Competition is open to individuals, teams-partnerships comprising only registered architect member of
good standing with IIA.

Architects must be below 40 years of age as on 1st Feb 2025.

Note: This Competition is not open to students.

The following persons shall not be allowed to participate in the Competition:

 Jury Members
 Technical Committee members and Professional Advisor/s
 Any person directly or indirectly associated with the Competition Sponsors or the Jury
 YAF2025 - Committee members (ALL)

3.3 Official Language

The official language of the Competition and the submissions is English.

3.4 Registration of Participants No fees are required for registering

The Participants shall exclusively register, download all competition documents, and upload their entries on the
predefined dates on the website/google forms.

3.5 Jury, Technical Committee & Professional Advisor

The SHILP Jury, in collaboration with the Technical Committee and the Professional Advisor, will assess the
submitted proposals and ensure they comply with the Competition’s criteria, rules, and regulations. After the
evaluation period, the Jury will announce the proposals that stood out, awarding prizes and honorary mentions.
In an endorsed competition like SHILP, the Jury makes the final decision.

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Jury Panel

Ar. Zubair Ahmed AK

Ar. Neelratn Sinha

Prof. Ar. Karunambika

Technical Committee

Dr. Parisutha Rajan

Ar. Swetha Sivaram

Professional Advisor

Ar. Murali Murugan

3.6 Questions and Answers

Participants may ask questions anonymously about the brief until the stipulated deadline for receipt of
questions. A technical committee will support legal and local regulation matters. Participants may, if in doubt,
ask a question concerning the interpretation of the conflict-of-interest provisions. The Technical Committee shall
prepare answers after consulting the Competition Sponsors and Organizers. The answers shall be approved by
the Jury and made available to all Participants by the specified date on the Competition’s website. There will be
two rounds of questions and answers.

3.7 Prizes

The 3 grand prizes and the 7 honourable mentions of the Competition will be awarded by Jury’s vote and will be
reflected as follows:

1st Prize – INR 1,00,000

2nd Prize – INR 50,000

3rd Prize – INR 25,000

X7 Honourable Mentions – Certificates only

3.8 Declaration of Sponsors and Organizers Intent

Participants are invited to focus on the visionary nature of the Competition. Proposals should aspire to outline
a MICE and Wellness facilities Hub that will contribute to the preservation of historical memory and the
development of biodiversity strategies and innovative approaches in the South India.

The scope and objectives of SHILP are diverse in terms of scientific topics, requiring a transdisciplinary approach
and collaboration among different types of experts and knowledge domains. This will also be reflected in the
selection of the jury members. Therefore, each participating team should take this into account when selecting
their team members and developing their proposal.

The Competition aims to stimulate the State's interest, generating discussion about innovative architectural
design, biodiversity, and the best utilization and development of historic Mahabalipuram. Furthermore, the

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objective is to attract international interest, bringing new ideas regarding areas with the characteristics of
Mahabalipuram and its environs, always with respect to historical memory and the environment.

3.9 Jury’s Decisions

The Jury's decisions are conclusive and cannot be reviewed or reconsidered by the Sponsors, either wholly or
partially.

3.10 Creators’ Rights

Unauthorized use of any design is strictly prohibited without the creator's written permission, regardless of
whether it relates to a prize or not.

The creator has copyright over the design, and any changes or modifications require prior written consent.

By entering the Competition, participants confirm that they are the sole creators of their project and that their
design does not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property rights.

3.11 Publication Rights

The Sponsors and Organizers can publicize entries, including plans and visuals, as long as they credit the
Creators. Participants can also publicize their own entry, but they must mention the Sponsors. However,
Participants are not allowed to publish their entry before the Sponsors and/or Jury officially announce the
results. Doing so may lead to disqualification.

The Sponsors and Organizers have the right to use, store, reproduce, display, and publish all submitted projects
without the Participants' consent. The names of creators will be mentioned unless Participants request
otherwise. Furthermore, the Sponsors may organize exhibitions and publications of all submitted projects,
regardless of whether they are winners or not.

By registering an entry, Participants agree to allow the Sponsors and Organizers to reproduce and promote the
submitted material for the Competition's objectives. All publications will include the winning projects to reflect
the Jury's decision.

If an exhibition takes place, it should include all entries. However, subsequent exhibitions may only display the
winning entries.

3.12 Notifications of Results

The Sponsors and Organizers will officially notify all award winners (Prizes and honourable Mentions) and publish
the Competition results on the SYNERGY website.

3.13 Dispute Resolution

By participating in this Competition, all the Participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions, as well as
the terms and conditions that may be imposed in the future.

All disputes relating to this Competition shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Tamil Nadu State.

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4. Submission

4.1. Requirements

The Architectural Competition Brief outlines specific submission requirements that must be met.

a. A presentation that shall include 10 slides:

1. Design Approach, Master plan, Transportation, Infrastructure

2. Proposed Building Plans, Restoration plan of the buildings, if any (up to 3)

3. Energy: Green, Sustainable, Renewable

4. Plantation and Rehabilitation of Soil /Biodiversity

5. Coastal and Maritime (blue economy activities)

6. Optional (business plan/ sustainability financial model)

b. Optional:

A 5-minute video to present ideas regarding the Competition.

Note: Please ensure the submission's anonymity (no faces of the team should be shown).

Submissions vary according to the project's type, cost, and complexity. In general, Participants must supply
sufficient information to demonstrate how they have responded to the sponsor's / Organizer requirements.

4.2. Submission & Anonymity

List of documents provided to Participants

 Maps of Mahabalipuram and Site Location and context

 Aerial view of the site
 Site Photograph

Note: Participants can use any satellite pictures downloaded via the internet.

Entries will be submitted electronically on the Competition platform from December 09, 2024.

Printing, presentation, publishing, and exhibition costs will be met by Sponsors / Organizers

For the preservation of participant anonymity, indicating participant names or other distinguishing signs is
prohibited under penalty of disqualification. Participants are allowed to give a title to their proposal.

Participants are asked to register on the official Competition website/google forms. Each entry will be provided
with a digital code which should be displayed in all the submittal (No other entity is permitted to be revealed on
the submission). All the relevant reference documents are available therein. The Sponsors / Organizers,
guarantee anonymity. Nevertheless, it is strongly recommended that participants do not submit a last-minute
proposal.

In case of a technical problem, participants may contact immediately at [email protected]

Submissions will be open from 09/01/2025 12.00 IST to 16/01/2025 23.59 IST.

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Note: The final submission of documents should be uploaded from the registered email of the participant/team
leader only.

Moreover, the Sponsors / Organizers ensure that the entries submitted electronically will be properly registered
and secured.

4.3. Submission Requirements

As already mentioned above, participants may only submit one entry. Variations are not accepted. Each entry
shall consist of:

• Ten (10) Slides Landscape-orientated to be potentially printed on an A3 dimension

• Entries are to be presented to the JURY as follows:

Each Participant is free to decide on the elevations, sections, three-dimensional colour views of the proposal.

Participants are free to present their proposal in whatever way they deem best (building program, indicative
floor plans, and sections, construction details, sketches, and whatever else they deem appropriate for a better
presentation of the proposal). Entrants are free to present any other explanatory sketches, drawings, texts, etc.,
as long as they conform to the provisions of this document.

The components of the submitted proposals must include all the Objectives of SHILP (pt.2)

The deliverables can only be submitted in digital files bearing the participant’s digital code. The following will
not be accepted:

• Entries submitted after the deadline

• Entries that do not respect the conditions of anonymity
• Entries that violate the rights of creators and/or third parties
• Attachments other than those stipulated in this document.

Entries that do not meet the requirements set forth in this document or that contain any kind of irregularity
shall be highlighted by the Technical Committee of the Competition and submitted to the Jury, which shall decide
on whether they are to be disqualified or not. The jury will register their decision in their report.

Graphic requirements:

• Metric scale for the presentation of all drawings submitted.

• No restrictions on presentation mode. Participants are allowed to use any colour, drawing techniques,
or electronic models they deem appropriate.
• The use of a graphical scale is recommended to allow better visualization of the project on screen.
Participants must ensure the readability of the texts and drawings to facilitate their comprehension and
assessment, as well as the future printing and/or presentation of their projects. Models cannot be
directly submitted, but photographs of models may be included in the submitted material.

5. Evaluation

The evaluation of entries will be based on the extent of their response to the Competition requirements and,
more specifically, to the following criteria, which are not listed in order of importance.

• General impression and clarity of the overall concept

• Compliance with the Competition objectives

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• Preservation of the historical memory of the past

• Protection of biodiversity and natural resources
• Innovation, originality, and creativity of the proposal
• Potential of creating an identity
• Relation to and integration with the surrounding area
• Quality of spaces, composition of volumes, and architectural design
• Contribution to sustainable development, environmental and social impact
• Adequacy of proposed functions and their localization
• Usability for users

The Jury may detail and expound the evaluation criteria during the evaluation process but cannot modify the
criteria nor add new criteria.

6. Competition Schedule

Monday, 25-11-2024
Competition Launch
Saturday 02-12-2024 1 week after the announcement
Deadline for Round of Questions
Monday, 04-12-2024 2+days after the question deadline
Deadline for Answers
Wednesday, 09-12-2024
Deadline for Registrations
Thursday, 09-01-2025
Opening of Entry Submissions
Thursday, 16-01-2025
Deadline for entries
Friday 17-01-2025
Formal Examination of Entries by
Technical Committee
Saturday, 18-01-2025
Announcement of Shortlisted
Entries (through email)
Friday, 07-02-2025 and During the First and Second Day
Jury sessions, evaluation of
Saturday, 08-02-205 of YAF 2025
entries, and report
Sunday, 09-02-2025 During the Third Day of YAF 2025
Announcement of
Competition results
Note: Following the completion of the round of Questions, the Brief of SHILP may be updated to address and
incorporate the insights and inquiries submitted by the participants, if found valid/ necessary as a value addition
to the design competition.

6.1. Post-Competition Activities

The post-Competition activities include the publication of YAF 2025 - Conference Proceedings showcasing the
shortlisted architectural proposals only.

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7. Appendix

7.1 Location Map

Image Source: Google

7.2 Ariel View of the Site and its surrounds

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ke5X6IsrI_sY0Y5llyZ7zadWEQQdgCUW/view?usp=drive_link

7.3 MICE and Wellness Centre: Site Boundary

Image Source: Project Development and Management Consultants under Swadesh Darshan 2.0, Master Plan,
Strategy & Action Plan Report Iteration 1 C1232902 RP002a Rev.B) by L&T Infra Engineering and PWC.

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Image Source: Project Development and Management Consultants under Swadesh Darshan 2.0, Master Plan,
Strategy & Action Plan Report Iteration 1 C1232902 RP002a Rev.B) by L&T Infra Engineering and PWC.

Image Source: Project Development and Management Consultants under Swadesh Darshan 2.0, Master Plan,
Strategy & Action Plan Report Iteration 1 C1232902 RP002a Rev.B) by L&T Infra Engineering and PWC.

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Image Source: Project Development and Management Consultants under Swadesh Darshan 2.0, Master Plan,
Strategy & Action Plan Report Iteration 1 C1232902 RP002a Rev.B) by L&T Infra Engineering and PWC.

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Image Source: Project Development and Management Consultants under Swadesh Darshan 2.0, Master Plan,
Strategy & Action Plan Report Iteration 1 C1232902 RP002a Rev.B) by L&T Infra Engineering and PWC.

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