NIT Durgapur Announces 3rd Sho

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NIT Durgapur Announces 3rd Short Term Program on Waste Management, Treatment, and Valorization

The Department of Chemical Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Durgapur, is proud to announce the 3rd Short Term Program (STP) on Waste Management, Treatment, and Valorization, scheduled to take place from September 18–22, 2025.

This specialized program aims to provide participants with in-depth knowledge, practical insights, and emerging strategies in sustainable waste management. The program will bring together distinguished academicians, researchers, and professionals from across India to deliberate on cutting-edge practices and technologies. This five-day intensive program will bring together leading academicians, researchers, and industry professionals to address the urgent challenges and emerging solutions in sustainable waste management.

The inaugural session was graced by Prof. Arvind Choubey, Director, NIT Durgapur. The ceremony welcomed Prof. Siddhartha Datta, Former Pro-Vice Chancellor, Jadavpur University, as the Chief Guest, Dr. P.K. Chatterjee, Former Chief Scientist, CMERI, and Mr. Pankaj Tyagi, Director, Alcograin Distilleries Pvt. Ltd., as the Guest of Honour.

Program Highlights

• Core Themes:

o Solid Waste Management

o Wastewater Treatment

o Industrial Biotechnology

o Chemical and Fertilizer Technology

o Modelling, Simulation, and Scale-Up

o Membrane Separation Processes

The event will feature renowned experts, including:

• Dr. A. Daverey – DU

• Prof. D.D.G.M – NIT Durgapur

• Prof. P. Bodake – Dr. B.S.K.K.V

• Prof. B.C. Meikap – IIT Kharagpur

• Prof. P. Bhattacharya – HIT

• Prof. M. Sahoo – NEHU

• Prof. S. De – IIT Kharagpur

• Prof. M. Singh – KNU

• Prof. K. Acharya – CU

• Prof. N. K. Mondal – Burdwan University

Speaking about the program, the organizers emphasized the importance of Valorization — turning waste into valuable resources — as a key strategy for sustainable development.

Speaking about the initiative, the organizing committee highlighted the importance of valorization — converting waste into valuable resources — as a cornerstone for advancing sustainable technologies and addressing global environmental challenges.