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Overview

India isn't just one story; it's a million tales waiting to be told. The Waves Explorer Challenge is your chance to uncover some of them.

Capture your India on YouTube Shorts - from vibrant streets and hidden food havens to serene landscapes and cultural treasures- and share the stories you find.

Every time you hit record, you document a unique slice of India: raw, authentic, and beautiful.

Join the country's biggest creators and uncover India's hidden gems.

Show the world,
For the record, this is my India.

Your

Mission

Explore the Untapped! Find cool local markets, breathtaking landscapes, or hidden spots you love and show us India's surprises!

Hit Record! Create a YouTube Short showcasing your India. Use a song from the YouTube Audio Library, like "Phir Se Udd Chala," or choose another tune that resonates with you. Remember to include the tagline "For the record, this is my India" to share your unique perspective.

Share & Shine!
Post your Short on YouTube with the hashtag #WAVESExplorer.

Send the entry in the submission form.

Guidelines

Theme: For the record, this is my India.

categories
- - Vlog [Max: 7 min]
- - Short Form Video [Max: 1 min; note: Short Form Videos created from long-form vlogs would also be eligible]
All content must be original and created specifically for the Waves Explorer challenge.
The destination(s) showcased in the entry must be within India and the participant should be more than 18 years of age.
Content must be published on YouTube.
Vlogs/Short form videos can be in English or any other Indian language.
Submission: Upload your vlog or YouTube Shorts to your YouTube channel with #WavesExplorer and tag the event's official account.
To be eligible, all entries must adhere to YouTube's Community Guidelines.
YouTube's policies apply to all types of content on the platform, including videos, Shorts, video descriptions, custom thumbnails, etc published on YouTube, live streams, and any other YouTube product or feature.

Prizes

Winners will receive an invitation to a YouTube-hosted event scheduled for 2025. (Terms and conditions apply. The schedule and format are subject to change.)
Winners will get an exclusive, all-expenses-paid trip to Bharat Mandapam this February for the WAVES event!
Winner entries will be showcased in the WAVES Hall of Fame at the event.
Winners will receive Ministry support to compete in international content creator competitions.

Timeline

Contest opens on 20^th December 2024.
Contest closes on 12^th Jan 2025.

FAQs

What is the Waves Explorer Challenge?

It's a contest where you create YouTube Shorts showing your favorite things about India.

What kind of videos can I make?

You can make YouTube Shorts about anything that shows your India, like local markets, landscapes, or hidden spots.

What song should I use?

We recommend using the song "Phir Se Udd Chala" from the movie Rockstar. However, this is not a strict eligibility criteria - if another tune speaks to you more - feel free to use it from the YT Audio Library!

How do I enter the contest?

Upload your Short to YouTube with #WAVES Explorer and submit it through the provided form.

What is the hashtag and tagline to use?

Use #WAVESExplorer. Also be sure to include the tag line ‘For the record, this is my India’ to show everyone your version of India!

Where should my videos be posted?

Your videos must be uploaded to YouTube.

Is there an age limit to participate?

Yes, you must be over 18 years old to participate.

Can I use any language in my videos?

Yes, you can use English or any other Indian language.

What should my videos focus on?

Your videos should focus on your version of India - from serene landscapes and cultural treasures to vibrant streets and hidden food havens- anything that you would like to showcase to the world.

Are there any rules for the videos?

Yes, your videos must follow YouTube's Community Guidelines.