Date and Venue:
Date: 27 February 2026
Venue: VU Building No. 1 & 2, Vishwakarma University, Pune
Organizing Department: Faculty of Science and Technology, Vishwakarma University
Organizers:
Prof. (Dr.) Kailas Patil (Convenor)
Dr. Pavitha Nooji (Co-Convenor)

Dr.Jagadish Tawade (Co-Convenor)

Faculty Coordinator:
Dr. Raeesa Bashir
Dr. Shubham Narawade
Dr. Mahfooz Alam
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Pal
Prof. Ashwini Sengar
Dr. Sonali Powar
Dr. Nitin Satpute
Prof. Prachiti Suryawanshi
Dr. Mayur Deshmukh
Prof. Harish Motekar
Prof. Divya Munot

Introduction
National Science Day 2026 was organized by the Faculty of Science and Technology with the objective of fostering scientific temper, innovation, and research orientation among students. The
event was conducted under the theme “Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat,” highlighting the pivotal role of women scientists in national development and technological advancement. The programme was structured to include a blend of academic, technical, creative,and competitive activities to ensure holistic student engagement and experiential learning.

Objectives of the Programme
To promote scientific awareness and research culture among students
To encourage innovation, creativity, and problem-solving abilities To
provide a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration

To enhance teamwork, leadership, and communication skills
To recognize and celebrate the contribution of women in science

Participation
A total of 253 students actively participated in the programme. Students from various disciplines enthusiastically took part in individual and team-based competitions conducted throughout the day. The large participation reflected strong interest and engagement in scientific and technological activities.

Details of Activities Conducted:
As outlined in the programme schedule, the event commenced with an inaugural ceremony in the auditorium, followed by multiple parallel activities conducted across Building No. 2. The programme included the following categories:

Academic and Knowledge-Based Activities:
The Science Quiz competition was conducted to assess students’ knowledge in fundamental sciences, recent advancements, and analytical reasoning. It encouraged critical thinking and
healthy academic competition. Poster Presentation was organized to provide students with a platform to present research ideas, scientific concepts, and innovative solutions. Participants demonstrated strong analytical abilities and subject understanding.

Technical and Innovation-Based Activities:
Working Model competition enabled teams to demonstrate functional scientific and engineering models focusing on real-world applications and sustainability. Techathon was conducted as a full-day event where students worked on Web Development, AI/ML, and IoT-based problem statements, fostering collaborative technical problem-solving. Robotics Arena promoting hands-on learning in robotics design, programming, and automation.

Creative and Awareness-Based Activities:
Scientific Short Film competition was conducted to encourage students to communicate scientific concepts creatively through visual storytelling. The activity enhanced both scientific awareness
and creative expression. Each activity was conducted as per the scheduled timeline and was supervised by faculty

coordinators to ensure systematic execution and fair evaluation.

Students Involvement and Response:
Students displayed high levels of enthusiasm, innovation, and teamwork throughout the programme. Active participation in technical and creative domains reflected their preparedness and interest in applied learning. The event fostered a collaborative environment and strengthened peer learning and faculty interaction.

Outcome of the Programme
Increased awareness about scientific research and innovation Enhanced analytical, technical, and presentation skills Strengthened teamwork and leadership qualities
Encouraged creative communication of scientific ideas Promoted appreciation of women’s contribution to science Overall academic enrichment and experiential learning

Conclusion
National Science Day 2026 was successfully conducted in alignment with the planned schedule and objectives. With the active participation of 253 students, the programme achieved its goal of promoting scientific temper, innovation, and interdisciplinary engagement. The diverse range of activities, combined with strong student involvement and faculty support, made the event
impactful and memorable.

 

Introduction
The Guest Lecture Series, organised on the occasion of Heritage Day, was held to raise awareness and deepen understanding of the evolving tourism landscape.The event was conceptualised as an educational guest lecture series aimed at integrating theoretical learning with practical insights from the tourism industry. Instead of celebrating
Heritage Day conventionally, the focus was on understanding how heritage tourism is evolving in the modern digital age.
The theme “Future of Tourism: Culture, Technology & Transformation” highlighted three
important dimensions: Culture, which focuses on preserving heritage and traditions;Technology, which includes the use of AI, digital platforms, and smart tourism tools; and Transformation, which reflects changing trends, sustainable practices, and global shifts in tourism.
Date : 15th to 17th April 2026
Venue – 5103
Mode – Hybrid mode

The event recorded a good level of participation, though there is scope to increase overall reach. Students were actively engaged; there is a need to improve attendance and encourage more consistent feedback and participation. The overall engagement level was generally high but not consistent across all sessions. Around 85–90% of participants expressed interest in attending similar events in the future, reflecting a positive response. Sessions like LinkedIn Marketing were particularly interactive and engaging. The event successfully met its objectives, with 70–80% of participants reporting that they gained new knowledge. Each session provided valuable insights and clear learning outcomes. The high interest in future events further confirms that the primary goal of enhancing student knowledge and industry understanding was effectively achieved. Overall, the event can be considered largely successful.