BIT hosts faculty conclave 2025, highlights role of academics in nation building
Mangaluru, Sept. 20: The Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangaluru, in collaboration with the IEEE Bangalore Section and IEEE Mangalore Subsection, organised the Faculty Conclave – 2025 at its International Seminar Hall on Saturday. The event brought together senior academicians, researchers, and professionals from across Karnataka to deliberate on the role of faculty in driving research, technology, and nation building.
Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Chandrakanta Kumar, Chair of IEEE Bangalore Section and Project Director at ISRO, urged the academic community to “wake up to the dream of a developed nation.” He emphasised the need for preparedness across service, agriculture, and industrial sectors and stressed on how faculty play a crucial role in shaping students to meet future challenges.
Speaking on the theme of nation building in a broader context, Dr. Chengappa M. R., Vice Chair (TC), IEEE Bangalore and ORAN Specialist, underlined the importance of collective responsibility in strengthening the country’s growth trajectory.
Dr. Parameshachari B. D., Vice Chair (MDC), IEEE Bangalore Section and HoD of ECE at NMIT, elaborated on the benefits of IEEE membership, while Dr. Devanathan M., Associate Professor at Reva University and SAC Chair of IEEE Bangalore Section, stressed on the need to bridge the gap between industry and academia.
A session by Mr. Subramanya Navada, Secretary of IEEE Bangalore Section, Associate at JPMorgan Chase, and National Balshree Awardee, on “AI Enigma: The Realities,” offered fresh insights into the challenges and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence.
Earlier, Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, Principal of BIT, welcomed the gathering and expressed pride in the institute hosting faculty members from different parts of Karnataka. The programme was coordinated by Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, Head of the ECE Department, while Prof. Joyson served as the Master of Ceremonies.
The conclave also featured the presence of Dr. S. V. Sathyanarayana, Dean (R&D) at JNNCE and Chair of IEEE Mangalore Subsection, and Dr. Arun Balodi, Professor at DSU, Senior Member of IEEE, and Execom Member of IEEE Bangalore Section.
The day-long conclave served as a platform for exchanging ideas on innovative teaching methods, research, industry partnerships, and emerging technologies.
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India moving towards becoming global economic powerhouse: Kovind
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Amritsar (PTI): Former president Ram Nath Kovind on Friday said that with digital transformation, economic reforms and a strong focus on the ease of doing business, India is moving towards becoming a global economic powerhouse.
He was speaking after inaugurating the 19th edition of the Punjab International Trade Expo (PITEX) in Amritsar.
The former president said that this 19th edition of PITEX is being organised at a time when India is recognised as one of the fastest-growing large economies in the world.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the event organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) the former president, while referring to Punjab, said the state is a living example of courage, sacrifice and enterprise.
"The spiritual light of Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) inspires peace and humanity across the world. The heritage of Punjab is deep and inspiring," Kovind said, according to a statement issued by the PITEX.
The former president congratulated the PHDCCI for hosting the 19th edition of PITEX and suggested that the chamber should expand PITEX outside Punjab.
He proposed that a similar event should also be held in New Delhi.
