The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Vishnu Institute of Technology (VIT), Bhimavaram in association with University College of Engineering, JNTUK, Kakinada successfully organized a Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Sustainable Drives: Renewable Energy Solutions for Electric Vehicle Systems, from 16-06-2025 to 20-06-2025. The FDP focused on the latest advancements in Electric Vehicles, Smart Grids, Power Electronics aiming to equip faculty members and researchers with cutting-edge knowledge and practical insights.
The program was inaugurated by Dr. M. Venu, Principal of VIT, in the presence of Prof. M. Srilakshmi, Vice-Principal, and the CoordinatorDr. R.V.D Ramarao from VITB & the CoordinatorDr. T. Murali Mohan from JNTUK Kakinada, Renowned academicians and industry expert from premier institutions such as IIT Hyderabad, NIT Warangal, NIT Andhra Pradesh, and Pragmatic Solutions delivered expert sessions.
Key speakers included Dr. Pradeep Kumar Yemula (IIT Hyderabad), Dr. Vuddanti Sandeep (NIT AP), Dr. T. Vinay Kumar (NIT Warangal), Dr. Tejavathu Ramesh (NIT AP), Dr. Srinivas Singirikonda (Pragmatic Solutions) along with Prof. G. Suribabu, Dr. V.S.N. Narasimha Raju, and Dr. I. Kasireddy from VITB.
The FDP covered important domains like Electric Vehicle Technologies, Smart Power Systems, AI in Energy Management, and Renewable Integration, and was attended by a large number of faculty and technical professionals from various institutions. The Valedictory Ceremony was graced by Dr. M. Venu, who appreciated the efforts of the resource persons and organizing team. The event concluded with certificate distribution and a vote of thanks by Dr. S. Reddi Khasim& Dr. I. Kasireddy, Co-Coordinators of the program.
This FDP is yet another initiative by VIT Bhimavaram toward fostering innovation, academic excellence, and professional growth among faculty members.