Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad

Engineers’ Day 2026

Celebrating Engineering, Innovation and Nation-Building

15 September 2026

IIT Dharwad celebrated Engineers’ Day 2026 on 15 September 2026, honouring the contributions of engineers to innovation, technological advancement and nation-building.

Address by the Director

In his address, Prof. Venkappayya R. Desai , Director, IIT Dharwad, greeted the gathering and spoke about the life and contributions of Sir M. Visvesvaraya.

He highlighted the Kelgeri Lake in Dharwad and Unkal Lake in Hubballi, and the works associated with Sir M. Visvesvaraya.

He called upon the IIT Dharwad community to undertake meaningful initiatives for Kelgeri Lake in Dharwad and Unkal Lake in Hubballi, as a tribute to the enduring legacy of Sir M. Visvesvaraya.

Chief Guest – Prof. Bidyadhar Subudhi

The celebration was graced by Prof. Bidyadhar Subudhi , Director, National Institute of Technology Warangal , as the Chief Guest, who addressed the gathering on the theme “Engineering the Future.”

Engineering the Future

In his address, Prof. Subudhi highlighted the transformative shifts shaping engineering, including Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technologies, Cyber-Physical Systems, Energy Transition and Industry 5.0.

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Artificial Intelligence

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Quantum Technologies

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Cyber-Physical Systems

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Energy Transition

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Industry 5.0

He emphasised the growing convergence of engineering, science, mathematics and computing, and the need to translate research from papers to real-world impact.

Emerging Technological Frontiers

He also spoke about the role of AI as a catalyst for engineering transformation, the evolution of smart and connected power systems, digital twins, and emerging technological frontiers.

Artificial Intelligence

AI as a catalyst for transforming engineering systems, research and innovation.

Smart Power Systems

The evolution of intelligent, connected and responsive power systems.

Digital Twins

Emerging digital technologies enabling advanced modelling and engineering applications.

Think. Build. Create. Mentor. Make.

He encouraged faculty and researchers to think, build, create, mentor and make, while strengthening collaboration and innovation towards Viksit Bharat @2047.

A Vision for the Future

The session offered valuable perspectives on how engineers, educators and researchers can contribute to building a sustainable, resilient and technologically advanced future.