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26 OCT 2026 7:33PM by PIB Raipur
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur on Monday inaugurated a Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Advanced Mathematical Modelling and Computational Methods: Applications in Science and Engineering (AMMCMASE-2026),” aimed at strengthening faculty expertise in advanced mathematical techniques and their applications across scientific and engineering disciplines.
Organised by the Department of Mathematics, NIT Raipur, in association with the Electronics and Information and Communication Technology (E&ICT) Academy of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, the offline programme seeks to familiarise participants with emerging computational methods, mathematical modelling techniques and their practical applications.
The inaugural session began with a welcome address by Professor Sharada Nandan Raw, Programme Coordinator, who outlined the objectives and significance of the initiative. Dr. Kapil Kumar Soni, Programme Convenor, highlighted the role of the E&ICT Academy, IIT Guwahati, and the hub-and-spoke partnership between the two institutions in facilitating academic collaboration and faculty development.
Ms. Feroza Haque, Chief Executive Officer of the E&ICT Academy, IIT Guwahati, underscored the importance of collaborative academic initiatives in strengthening technical education and promoting continuous faculty development. Dr. Sujit Kumar Samanta, Head of the Department of Mathematics, NIT Raipur, presented an overview of the department’s academic activities and contributions. Registrar Ashok Kumar Gupta emphasised the need for continuous professional development and the integration of emerging mathematical and computational approaches into teaching and research.
Professor V. Sree Hari Rao, Director and Principal Research Scientist at FSRTI, Hyderabad, attended the inaugural session as the Chief Guest and highlighted the importance of active participation in strengthening academic and research capabilities. Professor Samir Bajpai, Head of the Career Development Centre at NIT Raipur, attended as the Guest of Honour and encouraged participants to make the most of the programme.
The programme will provide a platform for faculty members to explore contemporary developments in mathematical modelling and computational methods, exchange academic insights and examine their applications across science and engineering. It is also expected to encourage interdisciplinary research, academic collaboration and innovative teaching practices.
The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Neeraj Manhas, Programme Coordinator.
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