Bokaro: A national-level Faculty Development Programme (FDP), titled “ISTE BNY Knowledge Enhancement Program 2026” and sponsored by the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), New Delhi, concluded successfully after bringing together academicians, researchers and industry experts from across the country through an online platform.
Platform for Academic Excellence
The programme featured a series of technical sessions delivered by eminent professionals from the engineering and industrial sectors, focusing on emerging trends, innovation and practical applications in civil and environmental engineering. Participants from various institutions across India attended the virtual event, making it a vibrant forum for knowledge sharing and professional development.
Expert Insights on Structural Engineering
The inaugural technical session was led by noted structural engineering expert Er. R.R. Jaruhar, former Member (Engineering) of the Railway Board and former IRSE officer. Speaking on the topic “Development of Concepts in Structural Engineering Design and Construction,” he highlighted the importance of eliminating design flaws at the planning stage to ensure the longevity and safety of infrastructure projects.
Lessons from Landmark Bridge Projects
Drawing examples from the successful construction of bridges over the Brahmaputra and Gandak rivers, Jaruhar underlined the critical role of engineering precision, technical foresight and quality control in large-scale infrastructure development. He stressed that well-planned designs significantly enhance the service life of bridges and other public assets.
Focus on Disaster Risk Management
The second session featured a presentation by the Director of Padma Shri Dr. V.B. Kolte College of Engineering, Malkapur, Maharashtra. He delivered an insightful lecture on “Disaster Risk Management Systems in Infrastructure Management and Environmental Engineering,” emphasizing sustainable planning, risk assessment and resilience in modern infrastructure projects.
Sustainable Solutions Through Research
The concluding session was conducted by Dr. R.P. Verma, Head of the Civil Engineering Department at GGSESTC. He shared his research findings on “Ground Improvement Techniques Using Waste Material,” highlighting innovative, cost-effective and environmentally sustainable approaches to address contemporary construction challenges.
Encouraging Research and Placements
At the valedictory session, Institute Director Prof. (Dr.) Priyadarshi Jaruhar thanked all resource persons and participants for their valuable contributions. He said that such national-level academic initiatives not only enhance teaching quality but also foster a strong research culture and create better placement opportunities for students.
Team Effort Behind the Success
The programme was coordinated by Prof. Mahmood Alam, Prof. Rashmi Thakur and Prof. Shehnaz Farheen, with significant support from Dr. Manojit Dey, Prof. Alok Kumar and System Administrator Anil Singh. GGES President Tarsem Singh and Secretary Surendra Pal Singh congratulated the organising team and participants on the successful completion of the programme.
