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IGS student chapter Inaugural

The Department of Civil Engineering, Vishnu Institute of Technology (VIT), Bhimavaram, in collaboration with the Indian Geotechnical Society (IGS), Tadepalligudem Chapter, successfully inaugurated the IGS Student Chapter on 13th September 2024. The event marked a significant milestone in fostering geotechnical engineering awareness and academic collaboration among civil engineering students.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by distinguished guests:

Mr. K. Balakrishna Murthy, Executive Engineer, Polavaram Irrigation Project
Dr. M. Rama Rao, Honorary Secretary, IGS Tadepalligudem Chapter
Dr. ACSV Prasad, Vice Chairman, IGS Tadepalligudem Chapter
Senior faculty members and dignitaries from Vishnu Institute of Technology

The event commenced with a warm welcome address by the Head of the Department of Civil Engineering, Vishnu Institute of Technology. The importance of geotechnical engineering in modern infrastructure development and the vision behind establishing the IGS Student Chapter at VIT was highlighted.

The newly formed IGS Student Chapter aims to:

  • Organize regular expert talks, workshops, and site visits related to geotechnical engineering.
  • Encourage student participation in national and international conferences hosted by the Indian Geotechnical Society.
  • Foster collaboration between academia and industry for research and development in geotechnical engineering.

The inaugural event of the IGS Student Chapter at Vishnu Institute of Technology was a resounding success. The association with the Indian Geotechnical Society, Tadepalligudem Chapter, will provide students with numerous opportunities to engage with industry experts, participate in technical workshops, and gain exposure to real-world geotechnical challenges. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by the faculty coordinator, who expressed gratitude to the dignitaries, guests, and students for their enthusiastic participation.

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