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The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering hosted a highly successful five-day Skill Enhancement Programme on “Renewable Energy and Smart Transportation” from July 22 to July 26, 2024, signalling a major leap forward in addressing the vital sectors of electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. The programme conducted in a hybrid mode, featured live lectures, hands-on training, and interactive sessions, drawing a total of 50 participants. Chief Guest Dr K Sivakumar, HOD-EEE, IIT Hyderabad, highlighted the pressing need for such skill development initiatives and stressed the importance of keeping abreast of advancements in renewable energy and smart transportation.

Expert sessions on the emerging domains of Renewable Energy, including Advanced Power Conversion and Efficient Drives, Design and Simulation Tools, Battery Management and Charging Infrastructure, and Sustainability and Renewable Integration, fostered an in-depth understanding and application of the latest technologies in these fields.

Dr K Sivakumar started off the programme with an engaging session on advanced power conversion techniques and control strategies for electric vehicles. His insights into modern electric vehicle design set a strong foundation for the week. Participants gained a deep understanding and a solid theoretical base on the latest advancements in power converters and control techniques, which are crucial for the design and development of efficient electric vehicles.

Subsequent technical sessions were led by esteemed experts from academia and industry, such as Dr Narasimharaju B L from NIT Warangal, Mr Suraj from Decibels Pvt. Ltd., Dr G Naga Yatendra Babu from Solidpro Engineering Support Pvt. Ltd., Mr Sai Teja Cherla from OPAL-RT, and Dr Kiran Kumar N, Dr Pratikanta Mishra from and Dr V Naresh Kumar from SRM University-AP.

Overall, the Skill Enhancement Programme provided participants with a comprehensive understanding of renewable energy and smart transportation, blending theoretical knowledge with practical skills and fostering discussions on current challenges and future opportunities in these fields.

Ms Jyothika Sri Dandi, our first-year B.A. student at the Easwari School of Liberal Arts, has qualified for the Indian Women’s 4x400m Relay Team for the world’s foremost sports competition, the Paris Olympics 2024. Dr Dhiraj Parasher, Director–Sports, congratulated Ms Jyothika on this phenomenal achievement. He remarked, “To become an Olympian is a monumental mark in the career of an athlete. We are swelled with pride and offer unwavering support as we soundly believe that Jyothika will create history and return as an Olympic champion.”

Vice Chancellor Prof. Manoj K Arora also expressed his pride and zeal by stating, “Ms Jyothika is a national treasure that instils a belief and ambition in every young girl who dreams of being an Olympian. We, at SRM University-AP, wish her success and victory as she crafts her name in the tapestry of champions.”

Hailing from Tanuku town in the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, the two-time national champion has paved her way to the elite sports championship through hard work, determination, and resilience.

Ms Jyothika had her breakthrough in 2021 when she secured Gold in the 400-metre race at the Indian U23 Championships. Her winning streak continued as she forged ahead to make her mark in 2023 by winning the Indian National Open Championships for 400 metres race in Thiruvananthapuram and winning bronze in the women’s 4 x 400 metres relay at the 2023 Asian Athletics Championships in Bangkok. Her blistering pace and performance at the 2024 World Relays Championships in Nassau, Bahamas, secured the Indian women’s relay team’s ticket to the Paris Olympics.

As the 2024 Paris Olympics unfolds, it is a moment of pride and anticipation for SRM University-AP as the institute extends its heartfelt wishes to Ms Jyothika and the Indian contingent representing our nation on this monumental platform.