The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) organised “ECE Open House Day-2025: From Microchips to Megatrends,” the first edition of its flagship event. The Open House 2025 witnessed the presence of industry experts like Dr Rajkumar Elagiri Ramalingam, Mphasis; Dr Kamal Das, Senior Research Scientist & Technical Assistant to Director – IBM Research India; Mr Bhavani Shankar, Executive Manager & Head – IoT at Efftronics; Dr B Surya Prasada Rao, Chairman IETE Vijayawada, along with Pro Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ch. Satish Kumar; Registrar, Dr R Premkumar; Dean- SEAS, Prof. CV Tomy; Head & Associate Professor, Dr K A Sunitha; Event Convenor- Dr Goutam Rana; Co-convenors- Dr Arijit Datta, Dr Pradyut, Dr Saswat Kumar, other members of the faculty, staff and student community.

The event featured over 150 groundbreaking student projects developed as part of Capstone, UROP, and M.Tech tracks under the mentorship of ECE faculty at the varsity. Apart from the students from the varsity, the event saw the participation of students from the local schools and colleges, aiming to inspire their technical and innovative acumen.

The Open House 2025 presented projects across various cutting-edge domains, including VLSI, Embedded Systems & IoT, Biomedical Signal Processing, RF & Antenna Design and Communication Engineering. Among the 150+ projects presented, the judges recognised the top twelve for their outstanding innovation and creativity.

Pujari Sri Sai Manikanta and Ajit Kumar received accolades under the Embedded and IoT Track for their project on Autonomous Drone Delivery. Darapureddy Divya Deekshitha was honoured in the Robotics and Bionics category of the Biomedical and Signal Processing Track for her exemplary work. From the VLSI Track, Dhanesh Kumar Jallepalli earned recognition for his software project titled Exploring Logic Locking Techniques: The SAIL Attack. Shaik Shaista Zabeen excelled in the Communication and Networks Track with his project, O-RAN with AIML. Venkata Ramana Murthy Pondala stood out in the RF and Antenna Track for his work on Reconstruction of SPARS SAR System mmWave Radar Images.

In the Capstone Project category, P Mahesh, N Boobalan, V Harsha, and M Stephen Daniel made a significant impact. Bhuvan Chand Guntuku and Sai Meghana Unguturi excelled in the Biomedical and Signal Processing Tracks. In the VLSI, Communication and Networks, and RF and Antenna Tracks, students Amrit Kumar Singha, Arnov Paul, Meera C, Kamalnath S, Hamshini T K, and Sri Sankeerth Dhanekula also made their mark. Lastly, Bandi Raja Babu and A Trilochan Kumar were awarded in the MTech VLSI and IoT Tracks, respectively, highlighting their remarkable contributions to the field.

The winners were decided based on the problem-solving, sustainability and innovative technological contributions of their project. Events of this calibre do not just test the students’ learning but also test their dexterity and innovation skills, carving a legacy of excellence.

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The Department of Literature and Languages at SRM University-AP organised a thought-provoking guest talk titled “Caste of Partition: Understanding Bengali Dalit Literature” on April 02, 2025. The event featured Dr Mrinmoy Pramanick, a distinguished scholar, Sahitya Akademi Award winner (2023), and Assistant Professor at the Department of Comparative Indian Language and Literature, University of Calcutta.

Dr Pramanick delivered an insightful lecture examining the complex relationship between caste, Partition, and Bengali Dalit literature. He quoted the historical trajectory of Partition, the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971, which had a profound impact on Bengali Dalits, who faced displacement and marginalisation. He highlighted how Dalit experiences of Partition differ significantly from mainstream narratives. In his own words, “Dalit literature gave a new dimension to Bengali Partition History.”

The lecture also explored the representation of Partition in Bengali Dalit literature, focusing on notable works such as Sroter Sange by Narayan Gangopadhyay, Kundika by Samaresh Doshu, and Sokal Belar Alo by Shankar Mahadevan. Dr Pramanick emphasised how these literary works illuminate the challenges faced by Dalit refugees, including economic struggles, social discrimination, and identity crises. He also examined the influence of Ambedkarite ideologies in Bengali literature, especially in educational reforms, the establishment of institutions bearing Ambedkar’s name, and the translation and publication of his writings in Bengali. Dr Pramanick’s discussion underscored the transformative power of Dalit literature, stating, “It made history inclusive and for all.”

The session concluded with a highly engaging Q&A segment, where students, faculty members, and researchers actively participated. The discussion covered the role of caste consciousness in literary narratives, the socio-political impact of migration, gender roles, and the integration of Dalit literature into contemporary academia. Dr Pramanick’s responses offered deeper insights into marginalised perspectives on Partition and the significance of inclusive historical discourse.

Dr Mrinmoy Pramanick’s guest lecture was an intellectually enriching experience that provided a new perspective on the study of Partition through the lens of Bengali Dalit literature. The event successfully fulfilled its objective of fostering academic dialogue and promoting critical engagement with the socio-cultural dimensions of Partition and caste.

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A workshop titled “The Role of Intellectual Property in Entrepreneurship” organised by the Department of Management under the Paari School of Business was held at varsity on April 21, 2025. The speaker, Prof. B Koteswararao Naik, a Professor at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Mumbai, shared his insights on intellectual property and its importance.

Prof. Naik commenced the workshop by discussing the importance of thinking of novel ideas and their potential to lead to successful start-ups. He guided participants on the steps essential to convert their ideas into patentable innovations, conveying the differences between invention and innovation. Moreover, Prof. Naik defined the different steps that are involved in the process of invention, like Idea, originality, identity, imagination, vision, necessity, and opportunity. This not only provided participants with a road map to invention but also encouraged them to think and create something out of the box.

Intellectual Property Management (IPM) was discussed as an important function for any entrepreneur. Prof. Naik introduced the students to the different aspects of IPM and its three key pillars: Create, Protect, and Leverage. He went on to encourage students by focusing on the benefits of IPM, such as attracting investors, protecting their Idea, and differentiating themselves from the present market.

The workshop acted as guidance for all those who aspire to make their mark with innovative ideas. The session concluded with an interactive discussion among the students and Prof. Naik, whose valuable insights inspired all the participants.

A workshop titled “The Role of Intellectual Property in Entrepreneurship” organised by the Department of Management under the Paari School of Business was held at varsity on April 21, 2025. The speaker, Prof. B Koteswararao Naik, a Professor at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Mumbai, shared his insights on intellectual property and its importance.

Prof. Naik commenced the workshop by discussing the importance of thinking of novel ideas and their potential to lead to successful start-ups. He guided participants on the steps essential to convert their ideas into patentable innovations, conveying the differences between invention and innovation. Moreover, Prof. Naik defined the different steps that are involved in the process of invention, like Idea, originality, identity, imagination, vision, necessity, and opportunity. This not only provided participants with a road map to invention but also encouraged them to think and create something out of the box.

Intellectual Property Management (IPM) was discussed as an important function for any entrepreneur. Prof. Naik introduced the students to the different aspects of IPM and its three key pillars: Create, Protect, and Leverage. He went on to encourage students by focusing on the benefits of IPM, such as attracting investors, protecting their Idea, and differentiating themselves from the present market.

The workshop acted as guidance for all those who aspire to make their mark with innovative ideas. The session concluded with an interactive discussion among the students and Prof. Naik, whose valuable insights inspired all the participants.