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AICTE–VAANI 2026–27Vibrant Advocacy for Advancement and Nurturing of Indian Languages
Department of Civil EngineeringDayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bengaluru
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Seminar Title · Kannada “ಹವಾಮಾನ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಗೆ ಹೊಂದಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವ ಶಾಶ್ವತ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಗಾಗಿ ವಿಪತ್ತು-ನಿರೋಧಕ ಮೂಲಸೌಕರ್ಯ”
About the Seminar

Disaster Resilient Infrastructure for Sustainable and Climate Adaptive Development

“ಹವಾಮಾನ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಗೆ ಹೊಂದಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವ ಶಾಶ್ವತ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಗಾಗಿ ವಿಪತ್ತು-ನಿರೋಧಕ ಮೂಲಸೌಕರ್ಯ”

A Two-Day National Seminar under the AICTE-VAANI 2026–27 Scheme on “Disaster Resilient Infrastructure for Sustainable and Climate Adaptive Development”, bringing together faculty members, researchers and academicians for knowledge sharing on resilience, sustainability and climate adaptation.

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17th–18th September 2026

Two-Day National Seminar

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09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Full-day expert sessions

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A V Auditorium, DSCE

Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bengaluru

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Language: Kannada & English

Mode: Offline

About the Institution

About Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE)

Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, operating under the aegis of the Mahatma Gandhi Vidya Peetha Trust, is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Government of India, and is affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). Accredited by NAAC with an ‘A+’ grade, the college offers a wide range of engineering programs, including 20 undergraduate and 6 postgraduate courses. Additionally, it hosts 20 research centres across various engineering disciplines, supporting Ph.D. scholars under VTU. Many of the programs are accredited by the NBA, NAAC, and ISO. The institute spans 23 acres and boasts extensive infrastructure, including state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with advanced instruments and machinery. The Central Library, along with a modern Digital Library, serves as a comprehensive knowledge resource for students. The campus is Wi-Fi enabled with high-bandwidth internet connectivity. The college has a strong faculty base known for their professional integrity and commitment to academics, ensuring transparency in all actions. Faculty members serve as mentors, providing personal guidance to students and contributing to their overall professional development. They are also research-oriented, with several sponsored R&D projects funded by esteemed agencies such as the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and AICTE.

About the Department of Civil Engineering, DSCE

The Department of Civil Engineering at Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE), was established in 1979, is distinguished for its comprehensive academic programs, cutting-edge facilities, and commitment to producing industry, academics and research ready professionals. The department offers a B.E. program with an annual intake of 180 students. The curriculum spans all major domains of civil engineering, including Structural, Geotechnical, Transportation, Environmental, and Water Resources Engineering. State-of-the-art laboratories for material testing, concrete technology, soil mechanics, surveying, and environmental engineering, complemented by advanced design and analysis software, provide students with a strong foundation in both theory and practice. The department is led by an experienced faculty team of academicians and industry experts dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Students benefit from field exposure, workshops, internships, and industry collaborations, ensuring a seamless integration of academic knowledge with real-world applications. Research and development are integral to the department, with consistent contributions through publications, patents, and funded projects at national and international levels. The Department has received many funded research projects from various funding agencies, namely AICTE, ISRO, VTU, DST, GoI, GoK etc., and many consultancy projects in Environmental Engineering, Highway Technoloy and Structural Engineering. The department also offers advanced academic programs, including doctoral studies and postgraduate degrees in Structural Engineering and Highway Technology.

AICTE–VAANI

About AICTE–VAANI

AICTE–VAANI (Vibrant Advocacy for Advancement and Nurturing of Indian Languages) is an AICTE initiative promoting the use of Indian languages in technical education, research, innovation and knowledge dissemination. The programme encourages workshops, conferences, faculty development and technical publications in regional languages, making engineering education more inclusive, accessible, and aligned with the vision of NEP 2020 and Viksit Bharat @2047.

Seminar LanguageKannada & English
Seminar Themes

Focus Areas

Climate-Induced Disaster Risk & Vulnerabilities
Global Climate Change Impacts: The Arctic Connection
Plastic Waste Management: Regulations & Sustainable Practices
Resilient & Sustainable Infrastructure Systems
Water & Resource Sustainability
Sustainable Construction Materials & Technologies
Smart & Green Infrastructure Solutions
Policy, Planning & Community Resilience for a Sustainable Future
Expert Sessions

Resource Persons

V C Mohan

Senior Expert – Sustainability & EHS, Bosch Management System, India (BMSI)

The Climate Neutral Cities – Sustainable Lifestyle and Business Activity

Dr. G S Srinivasa Reddy

Former Director, KSNDMC

Climate Induced Disaster Vulnerabilities of Karnataka

Dr. H K Ramaraju

Vice-Principal & Head, Dept. of Civil Engineering, DSCE

An Overview of Environmental Pollution and its Control

Nagaraja D S

Assistant Engineer, KUWSDB

Flood to Water Security: New Approach in Urban Water Management

Dr. K Ganesha Raj

Former Geospatial Applications Scientist, ISRO

Changing Arctic Impact on Global Climate

V S Prakash

Member, Karnataka State Policy & Planning Commission

Data, Data…and Statistics – Status & Potential in Management of Disasters, Ecology and Environment

Narayana Swamy

Senior Environmental Officer (Retd.), KSPCB

Plastic Waste Management: Rules, Regulations and Sustainable Practices

D.R. Kumaraswamy

Former Senior Environmental Officer, KSPCB

Sustainable Development

Programme

Programme Schedule

Day 1 · 17 September 2026

09:00 AM onwards
Inaugural Session
Morning
V C Mohan — The Climate Neutral Cities
Morning / Before Lunch
Dr. G S Srinivasa Reddy — Climate Induced Disaster Vulnerabilities of Karnataka
After Lunch
Dr. H K Ramaraju — Environmental Pollution & its Control
Afternoon
Nagaraja D S — Flood to Water Security

Day 2 · 18 September 2026

Morning
Dr. K Ganesha Raj — Changing Arctic Impact on Global Climate
Morning / Before Lunch
V S Prakash — Data, Statistics & Disaster Management
After Lunch
Narayana Swamy — Plastic Waste Management
Afternoon
D. R. Kumaraswamy — Sustainable Development
Closing
Valedictory Session
Participation

Eligibility & Important Information

Eligibility Criteria

  • Faculty members of AICTE-approved institutions
  • Faculty of the host institution

Registration & Selection

  • Number of participants is limited to 50.
  • Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
  • Selected members will be intimated by 4th September 2026 through phone or email.
  • All participants should register for the programme using the registration link.

Certificate & Attendance Note

Digital certificates will be issued to participants with minimum 80% attendance and 70% marks in the test.

Certificate of completion will be provided to all participants.

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Join the Seminar

Registration is free through the AICTE-ATAL portal. The programme is intended for faculty members, researchers and academicians. Language: Kannada & English. Mode: Offline.

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LAST DATE OF REGISTRATION

31 August 2026

VENUE

A V Auditorium, DSCE

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Get in Touch

Coordinators

Principal: Dr. B. G. Prasad, DSCE Bengaluru  |  Convenor: Dr. H. K. Ramaraju, Vice-Principal & Head, Dept. of Civil Engineering

COORDINATOR

Dr. H. K. Ramaraju

📞 9845625608
[email protected]

CO-COORDINATOR

Prof. Ujwal M S

📞 9886232713
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CO-COORDINATOR

Prof. Vibhashree N

📞 7338586330
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