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Faculty Development Program on Design Thinking and Innovation at SRKR Engineering College
Technology Centre (i-Hub) 17 December 2024


Bhimavaram: SRKR Engineering College is hosting a five-day Faculty Development Program (FDP) on "Design Thinking and Innovation," organized by the AICTE Idea Lab, NISTCS, and the Technology Center. The program began on Monday and aims to foster creativity and innovation among faculty members. The inaugural session was presided over by Dr. N Gopalakrishnamurthy, Head of the Technology Center. Social entrepreneur Harshikesh Patil, who was the keynote speaker, emphasized that design thinking plays a pivotal role in driving innovation in research projects. He highlighted the importance of new ideas in education, stating that they stimulate creativity and encourage students and researchers to think differently. Dr. KV Muralikrishna Raju, Principal of the College, spoke about the significance of nurturing innovative ideas in students, noting that it is crucial to help them develop creative solutions to challenges. He urged teachers to make the most of the teacher training program to enhance their teaching methodologies. Dr. Prasad Raju, a former official of ST, discussed how design thinking can help researchers refine their ideas, bringing new perspectives to the forefront. Dr. M Suresh Babu, Head of the CSD Department, shared that many students have already started their own startups with innovative ideas, and that design thinking is key to sparking entrepreneurial ventures. The program is being attended by a team of college faculty members, with Sushmita Kannara, Co-founder of Pencil Treks Foundation, also participating in the event. The program aims to equip participants with the tools to apply design thinking in their research and teaching, fostering a culture of innovation at SRKR Engineering College.

Dr. K. Mehar Ganesh Receives National Level Award for Best Project
SRKR Engineering College 13 December 2024


Bhimavaram, December 12: Dr. K. Mehar Ganesh, Professor of Civil Engineering at SRKR Engineering College, has been honored with the Best Project Award at the national level. The recognition was announced by College Principal, Dr. KV Muralikrishnam Raju. Dr. Ganesh was awarded for his project titled "Mapping Urban Dynamics: A Geo-Spatial Study of Gautama Buddha Nagar Transformation (2014-2024)," which he presented during the National Geo-Spatial Program conference held in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, from November 18 to December 7. The conference, which spanned 21 days, selected 24 participants from across the country, including professors from prestigious institutions like IITs and NITs. Dr. Ganesh's project was awarded first place as the Best Project. During the event, College Director Dr. M Jagapathiraju praised Dr. Ganesh for bringing this rare honor to the college, highlighting the significance of his achievement in the national arena. The college's management, including Secretary Sagi Ramakrishna Nishant Varma, also congratulated Dr. Ganesh for his outstanding achievement. This recognition reflects the excellence and innovation fostered at SRKR Engineering College, further enhancing the college's reputation in the field of research and development.

979 SRKR Engineering Students Secured Jobs in Campus Placements
SRKR Engineering College 14 December 2024


Bhimavaram Rural, December 13: SRKR Engineering College has successfully facilitated job placements for 979 final-year engineering students through its campus placement drive, which was organized in collaboration with 18 leading companies. The college's Secretary and Correspondent, Sagi Ramakrishna Nishant Varma, shared this achievement at a special meeting held on Friday to celebrate the students’ success. During the event, students who secured placements were honored for their accomplishments. College Director, Dr. M Jagapathiraju, and Principal, Dr. KV Muralikrishna Raju, also spoke at the ceremony, acknowledging the hard work and determination of the students. College Vice President, SV Rangaraju, presented the students with awards and congratulated them on their success. The College President also distributed Prasad to the students as part of the celebration. This achievement highlights the college’s continued commitment to providing excellent career opportunities for its students and ensuring strong industry connections to support their professional growth.

Scholarships for SRKR Engineering College Students
SRKR Engineering College 10 December 2024


Bhimavaram: SRKR Engineering College proudly announces the distribution of scholarships to 10 third-year students, thanks to the generous contribution of Ipirac Mining India Private Limited. Each student received a scholarship of Rs. 25,000. The scholarship checks were distributed to the students on Monday by College Secretary and Correspondent, Sagi Ramakrishna Nishant Varma, who commended the efforts of Ipirac Mining India in supporting the educational progress of students from rural backgrounds. He emphasized the company's commitment to promoting education and acknowledged the importance of such initiatives in strengthening the social economy. The ceremony was attended by College Director, M Jagapathiraju, Principal, Dr. KV Muralikrishna Raju, and Dean of Training and Placement Cell, Dr. KR Satyanarayana, who all expressed their appreciation for the scholarship initiative. The Ipirac Scholarship Award Program-2024 has been a continuous source of encouragement for students, as Ipirac Mining India Pvt Ltd has been providing scholarships for several years, recognizing the academic achievements and potential of students from various colleges.

Artificial Intelligence and its Contribution to Societal Progress: Insights from ICAA-2024
Computer Science & Engineering (CSE Dept) 07 December 2024


Bhimavaram, December: Experts at the three-day International Conference on Algorithms in Advanced Artificial Intelligence (ICAAI-2024) emphasized the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in driving societal progress across various sectors. The conference, organized by the Computer Science and Engineering Department of SRKR Engineering College, concluded on Friday evening, with the participation of distinguished experts and researchers from around the world. The concluding ceremony was presided over by Dr. BHVS Ramakrishnan Raju, Head of the CSE Department, and Dr. V. Chandrasekhar, Dean of Academics. Dr. Pradeep Singh, Associate Professor at NIT Raipur, was the chief guest for the closing session. He highlighted the importance of AI in modern infrastructure, mentioning how nuclear power plants are being constructed using AI technologies. Dr. Singh also emphasized AI's potential to break language barriers, ensuring global communication without language constraints. In his address, Dr. KV Muralikrishna Raju, Principal of SRKR Engineering College, and Dr. KV Rangaraju, Vice President of the College, expressed their pride in hosting an international conference with such esteemed experts. They acknowledged the event's contribution to enhancing the college's reputation globally. Dr. RNV Jaganmohan, Convener of the International Conference, along with Co-Convenor TVJP Prasad and other faculty members, participated in the event, which saw significant discussions and interactions on cutting-edge topics in AI. The conference proved to be highly beneficial for researchers, teachers, and students alike. During the closing session, the Best Paper Awards were presented to recognize outstanding research contributions. The team of Dr. R. Sivashankar from SRKR Engineering College's CSE Department received the Best Paper Award for their research on Cyber Security, IoT, and Blockchain. Dr. Rajinikanth, Dr. G. Mahesh, Dr. CH Ravi Swarup, and KVSR Murthy were part of this team. Additionally, Dr. DNST Kavitha, Associate Professor in the CSE Department, was awarded the Best Paper Award for her research on Data Science, and Dr. K. Suresha received the award for his paper on AML. The conference marked a significant milestone in bringing together experts and fostering collaboration in the field of Artificial Intelligence.