Students from 50 colleges showcase nearly 375 innovative models at Vijayawada expo

Students from 50 colleges and universities across India displayed nearly 375 innovative models at an Innovation Expo organised in Vijayawada as part of Innovation Day celebrations.

Innovation Expo showcases student work

Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education (Deemed to be University), Kanuru, Vijayawada, celebrated Innovation Day on Thursday to commemorate the birth anniversary of former President of India Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.

The celebrations were organised in association with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), and brought together participation from academic institutions across the country.

The expo featured models developed by students and highlighted their technical skills, creativity and problem-solving abilities.

The projects included working prototypes, software solutions and technology-driven applications.

The event focused on student innovation, research and sustainable technological development, reflecting the broader themes of the celebrations.

Sreeram Raavi, Managing Director of Peepul Agri Ventures LLP, inaugurated the programme and encouraged students to develop sustainable and innovative solutions to real-world challenges.

P.V.R.L. Narasimham, Convener of IIC and Professor and Head of the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, highlighted Dr. Kalam’s legacy and urged students to pursue excellence through research and innovation.

Engineering focus at DIET

At Dhanekula Institute of Engineering and Technology (DIET), Ganguru, Vijayawada, the Department of Mechanical Engineering organised a separate programme focused on “Engineering Innovations for Sustainable Technological Development.”

The programme also featured the inauguration of the student chapter of the Institution of Engineers (India).

C.V. Sriram, Immediate Past Chairman of the Institution of Engineers (India), Andhra Pradesh State Centre, was the chief guest.

G. Srinivasa Rao, Executive Director of G.S. Alloy Castings Private Limited, Vijayawada, was the guest of honour.

Technical activities at DIET included a quiz, project expo, software exhibition and poster presentations.

Together, the programmes placed student projects, research and engineering applications at the centre of the Innovation Day observances.

Source: The Hindu