Ahmedabad :The inaugural International Conference on Advanced Materials for Sustainable Energy and Environmental Infrastructure (ICAM-SEEi 2025) was successfully organized by the Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management (IITRAM) in Ahmedabad. This three-day global event kicked off on November 26, 2025, attracting over 120 delegates, including distinguished scientists, academicians, industry professionals, and research scholars from India, the United States, South Korea, Singapore, and various other nations.
The conference was inaugurated in the presence of two distinguished guests: Chief Guest Prof. V. Chandrasekhar of TIFR Hyderabad and Guest of Honour Prof. V. R. Desai of IIT Dharwad. In his address, Prof. Desai underscored the relevance of ancient Indian knowledge systems in building sustainable, net-zero infrastructure across water, energy, and waste management sectors. He highlighted the remarkable engineering behind historic Indian temples and urged researchers to draw inspiration from traditional wisdom to shape future technologies.
Chief Guest Prof. V. Chandrasekhar of TIFR Hyderabad, in his inaugural address, emphasized that smart infrastructure alone is not enough for a rapidly progressing India. He stressed that a truly modern nation must also prioritize a sustainable environment, calling it a collective responsibility of every citizen. In his welcome remarks, Prof. M. K. Barua provided an overview of IITRAM and highlighted the institute’s vision, ongoing initiatives, and academic strengths. The conference was inaugurated in the presence of distinguished guests, plenary speakers, faculty members, and participants. Convener Dr. Sourav Das outlined the conference’s mission to advance research in sustainable energy technologies, environmental materials, and smart infrastructure, underscoring the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.
As part of the inaugural ceremony, several outstanding researchers were felicitated for their notable contributions to the field of material science. The session concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Ravi Kashikar, while Ms. Gunjan efficiently conducted and coordinated the entire programme.