This year, the theme for the event is ‘Inspire the future,' with numerous events planned to discuss innovations focusing on the use of sustainable technology for social change. A whole range of technical events, quizzes, workshops, and seminars are also organized. I.V.S. Sandeep, Secretary, co-curricular affairs of IIT-M, said that the institute wants the impact of the event to be felt beyond these four days.
The major highlight of the fest is an effort of creating a record by placing over 100 robots, being developed by students, in a single round. As per the organizers, the total cost involved in the fest this year is around Rs. 80 lakh, with additional events in civil engineering and bio technology. In addition to robotics, junkyard wards, gaming events, and the regular features of Shaastra, the 3D mapping show and aero shows are also in queue.
Moreover, in an event titled ‘Industry expo,' professionals from various companies would showcase company products and services giving a glimpse of what engineering is like in the real world. Prathap Haridoss, advisor, co-curricular activities stated that this would help the students experience engineering and technology in their own way.
