The Directorate of International Relations & Higher Studies organized a “Discover India 2024” program for professors and students from Tokai University and Forum Engineering, Japan. The 4-day programme conducted by the Directorate of International Relations and Higher Studies was inaugurated by the honourable Vice Chancellor of SRM University-AP, Prof. Manoj K Arora, Bharadhwaj Sivakumaran, Jatindra Kumar Dash, Jayaseelan Murugaiyan. “Discover India 2024” is a flagship initiative of the university to promote India’s cultural and knowledge traditions.
Dr. Sudeshna Saha, Assistant Director of International Relations and Higher Studies, received the international students at the grand inaugural ceremony of the program. Students participated in various short courses on research area introduction (Electronic Cooling Lab), Mechanical Engineering Labs and Centre Visit (Electronic Cooling & Gold Centre) Presentations on Robotics, Additive Manufacturing & Bio Printing, Materials – Prof. G S Vinod Kumar HOD – Department of Mechanical.
A discussion was held with the IR & HS team and with the leadership team regarding various mobility programs, including Student and Faculty Exchange, Transfer Programs, Joint Research initiatives, and opportunities for mutual collaboration between Tokyo University and SRM University AP.
An interactive session was organized for Destination Japan students currently learning Japanese at SRM University AP, supported by SRM Global. Professors Kazuyoshi Tsuchiya and Tomoyuki Ikeda delivered an engaging presentation on Tokai University, highlighting job and internship opportunities in Japan. The session provided a platform for Destination Japan students to interact with peers learning Japanese. Over 47 students actively participated, making the event a resounding success.
The industrial visit saw participation from a total of 10 members, including 2 professors, 1 staff member, and 5 students from Tokai University and Forum Engineering, as well as 2 staff members from SRM University AP. As part of the “Discover India” program, SRM University AP organized an industrial visit on August 8, 2024, for the Japanese delegation from Tokai University and Forum Engineering. The group visited the Coca-Cola factory, where they first interacted with the head of the department and watched an instructional video outlining the guidelines and safety precautions for the tour.
Following this, the students were taken to the simulation room, where they observed the production process of Thumbs Up and other flavored beverages. They then toured various sections of the plant to see how different drinks are bottled and packed.
They also got to visit the famous landmarks of Vijayawada, such as the Dhyana Buddha statue, Prakasham Barrage, Vijayawada Kanaka Durga Temple etc.
