SMVDU: A group of 27 students from the School of Computer Science Engineering, School of Electronics & Communication, and School of Biotechnology at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University attended the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024, Asia’s largest digital technology event, which was held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India and India Blockchain Summit, India’s first Blockchain Summit which was held at Talkatora Indore Stadium.The students were accompanied by faculty member, Dr. Gyanesh Singh and staff members, Mr. Anil Kumar, Mrs. Neelam. The students had the opportunity to experience the latest technologies in mobile, 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), Satellite Internet, Smart Agriculture, XR, MR, Artificial Intelligent and Cybersecurity along with other emerging fields. They also attended keynote addresses by global leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with panel discussions and workshops on a wide range of topics, and exhibits and demonstrations from over 400 companies and institutions such as Airtel, Reliance Jio, Dell, Intel, and organizations like ISRO, DTU, IITs, including personalities.The students also had the opportunity to attend India Blockchain (IBS) 2024, taking place at Talkatora Indoor Stadium, New Delhi, where the future of Blockchain takes centre stage. Investors, policymakers, tech influencers, CXOs, and entrepreneurs converge to shape the Blockchain landscape with forward-thinking strategies. IBS was a platform to engage with the vanguard of Blockchain, contributing to the evolution of the digital economy.The students also had the opportunity to network with potential employers and investors at the event. They were particularly interested in learning about the latest trends in the digital technology industry and how they can apply their skills to solve real-world problems.The students’ participation in IMC 2024 was made possible by the inputs of Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Pragati Kumar, Registrar, Sh. Ajay Kumar Sharma and Dean of Students’ Welfare, Prof.. R. K. Mishra.
The visit was organized under the supervision of the Head of SoCSE Dr. Baij Nath Kaushik, Head SoECE Dr. Anil Bhardwaj (Assistant Professor), Dr. Gyanesh Singh (Assistant Professor), Faculty Advisor Dr. Vikram Singh (Assistant Professor), Dr. Neeraj Tripathi (Assistant Professor), Dr. Sudesh Kumar (Assistant Professor) along with various faculty members and staff. The students were also grateful to the student coordinators, Aditya Kanodiya and Sonu Kumar, for their help in organizing the trip.The students’ experience at Both IMC 2024 & IBS 2024 was truly inspiring. They were amazed by the latest technologies on display and the potential of these technologies to change the world along with different Blockchain companies that was being addressed by their founders. They were also motivated by the success stories of entrepreneurs and innovators who are using technology to solve real-world problems.The students returned to the SMVDU with a renewed sense of purpose and a deep understanding of the digital technology industry. They are now eager to apply their skills and knowledge to make a positive impact on the world. The students were grateful to SMVDU for giving them the opportunity to attend IMC 2024 & IBS 2024. It was a truly life-changing experience.