VIT-AP University is set to host the inaugural edition of its flagship industry summit, VIKAS 2024 on 8th November
Amravati : VIT-AP University is set to host the inaugural edition of its flagship industry summit, VIKAS 2024 (VIT-AP Innovation & Knowledge Acquisition Summit), on November 8, 2024. The event will be graced by prominent dignitaries, including Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, Honorable Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications, Government of India, as the Chief Guest. Sri. Sriniva Kondapalli, Honorable Minister for MSME, SERP, NRI Relations & Empowerment, Government of Andhra Pradesh, will serve as the Guest of Honour, while Sri. Tenali Sravan Kumar, Member of Legislative Assembly, Government of Andhra Pradesh, will be a Special Invitee. The summit will be chaired by Dr. G Viswanathan, Founder and Chancellor of VIT Group of Institutions, along with other senior leadership of VIT-AP University.
VIKAS 2024 aims to foster collaboration among innovators, researchers, startups, and industry leaders, aligning with the Government of India’s VIKSIT Bharat @2047 vision for sustainable development. The summit will feature over 150 prototypes, products, and research posters from students, faculty, and researchers representing more than 30 technical institutions, showcasing a strong commitment to cutting-edge innovation. A major highlight will be the signing of 15 strategic MOUs between VIT-AP University and industry partners, strengthening the collaboration between academia and industry.
The event is expected to attract over 100 Delegates from industry, academia, and incubation centers. In addition to the MOUs, the summit will mark the unveiling of a MeitY-sponsored VLSI Chip to Startup Facility, further promoting technological advancements. The summit will also feature two prominent panel discussions: the first on “Industry-Institute Collaboration for the Next Tech Revolution” and the second on “Swarna Andhra @2047”, both of which will bring together leading experts to discuss critical issues and future trends in these fields.
Through VIKAS 2024, VIT-AP University seeks to accelerate research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, while providing a valuable platform for meaningful industry engagement. The summit underscores the university’s commitment to advancing sustainable development in line with national objectives. With its focus on groundbreaking research and state-of-the-art facilities, the event promises to serve as a transformative platform for fostering dialogue and progress within the innovation ecosystem.