IEEE Education Society — Bangalore Chapter

Empowering Engineering Education Across India

The IEEE Education Society Bangalore Chapter has been at the forefront of pedagogical innovation, organizing impactful webinars, workshops, and STEM initiatives that connect educators and students with global expertise.

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IEEE Education Society
Chapter Achievement Award
September 16, 2021
0
Events Organized
13 in 2021 · 5 in 2022
0
Total Participants (2022)
Across 5 events in 2022
0
Chapter Awards Won
IEEE Edu Society 2021
0
International Speakers
USA, Singapore, Spain, Portugal
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IEEE Education Society · Chapter Achievement Award

2021 Chapter Achievement Award
IEEE Education Society — Bangalore Chapter

"For contributions to the engagement and new international activities of the IEEE Education Society members in India." — This award is given to a chapter of the IEEE Education Society that provides exemplary technical activities, membership services, and societal activities to its members. Recognised in the February 2022 edition of IEEE Transactions on Education.

Nominated by Dr. Manuel Castro, IEEE EdSoc Announced: September 16, 2021 FIE 2021 Conference (Hybrid) President Edmundo Tovar Featured: IEEE Transactions on Education, Feb 2022 Chapter Chair: R. Venkata S. Reddy
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Chapter Achievement
Award 2021
18
Events Organized
2021 + 2022
362
Participants
in 2022
5+
Countries
Represented

Topic Areas Covered (2021–2022)

STEM Education & Innovative Pedagogy
4 events
IoT & New Frontiers in Education
1 event
Service-Learning in Engineering (NEP-2020)
1 event
Problem & Project Based Learning (P2BL)
1 event
Industry 4.0 & Digitalization
1 event
Critical Thinking & Soft Skills
1 event
Security & AI / 5G Networks
1 event
Space Tech & Indian Science Heritage
2 events
Cloud, Automation & Virtual Learning
2 events
STEM Rural Outreach (CSR)
Year-long

Official Reports & Documents

Click to download
IEEE EdSoc Bangalore Chapter — 2021 Report
Annual activities report covering all 13 events, speakers, and the Chapter Achievement Award for the year 2021.
Download 2021 Report (.docx)
IEEE EdSoc Bangalore Chapter — 2022 Activities Report
Activities report covering 5 events (362 participants), CSR initiative with robotic kits, and CONECCT-2022 participation.
Download 2022 Report (.docx)
Chapter Achievement Award Letter — 2021
Official IEEE Education Society award letter recognizing the Bangalore Chapter for exemplary activities in 2021.
Download Award Letter (.pdf)

2021 Activities

13 Events · Award Year
Jan 18–22, 2021
Five-Day Webinar: IoT and New Frontiers in Education
In association with Spain and Portugal IEEE Education Society chapters.
International Collab
February 7, 2021
Role of Engineers in Nation Building
Speaker: Padmashri R M Vasagam
Distinguished Talk
February 21, 2021
National Innovation & Startup Policy 2019 – Demystified
Speaker: Dr. K Nagabhushan Raju, Dean, Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Andhra Pradesh
Innovation
February 28, 2021
Automation in Electronics Engineering
Speaker: Ramachandra Gambheer, Sr. Leader, Business & Technical Operations, Cisco Systems Inc., San Jose, California, USA
Industry · USA
March 27, 2021
Homi J Bhabha: His Life and Legacy
Speaker: Sharan Kalwani, USA
Distinguished Talk
April 14, 2021
Critical Thinking Skills: Teach Your Students to Think Critically
Speaker: Leslie Martinich, USA
Soft Skills · USA
2021
Security & AI Applications for 5G
Workshop on emerging security challenges and AI in 5G networks.
Tech Workshop
2021
Cloud Operations – Overview and Challenges
Invited talk on modern cloud operations practices for academic professionals.
Industry
2021
Effective Virtual Class Tips & Tricks for Teachers
Practical guidance for educators adapting to post-COVID online and hybrid teaching.
Pedagogy
2021
Preparing for Success
Interactive webinar on career readiness and professional success for engineering students.
Career
2021
Indian Astronomy & Mathematics
Webinar exploring India's rich heritage of contributions to astronomy and mathematics.
Heritage
2021
The Laws (Rule of Thumb) of Computing
Distinguished talk on fundamental computing principles and their real-world implications.
Distinguished Talk
2021
Technology Leaps in Indian Space & Societal Benefits
Webinar on India's advancements in space technology and their societal impact.
Space Tech
September 16, 2021
🏆 Chapter Achievement Award Received
IEEE Education Society recognizes Bangalore Chapter at FIE 2021 for contributions to engagement and new international activities of IEEE EdSoc members in India.
Award

2022 Activities

5 Events + CSR · 362 Participants
5th, 14th, 21st, 28th March 2022
FDP: Implementation of Service-Learning in Engineering Education
Speaker: Dr. Rohit Kandakatla, Ph.D. Purdue University, USA · Director Strategy, Operations & HRD, KG Reddy College of Engineering; Adjunct Faculty, KLE Technological University
4-week faculty development programme on community-engaged learning.
106 Participants
14th May – 11th June 2022 (5 sessions)
FDP: Infusing P2BL in Teaching as Envisioned in NEP-2020
Speaker: Dr. Deepak L Waiker, Chair – IEEE Education Society Singapore Chapter
Faculty Development Programme on Problem & Project Based Learning as envisioned in National Education Policy 2020.
42 Participants
September 16, 2022
Distinguished Talk: Enhancing STEM Students' Engagement with Innovative Pedagogy
Speaker: Dr. Nalin Sharda, B.Tech & Ph.D. IIT Delhi · Life Senior Member IEEE · Distinguished Lecturer, IEEE Education Society
Talk on modern pedagogical strategies to improve STEM student engagement and learning outcomes.
102 Participants
October 17, 2022
Distinguished Talk: Leveraging Megatrends – Digitalization for Sustainability in Industry 4.0
Speaker: Dr. Milan Kumar · CIO/CDO · Global IT Leader · TEDx Speaker · International Author · Forbes Technology Council Member · Evanta Gartner CIO Governance Body
Expert talk on digital transformation and sustainability in Industry 4.0 frameworks.
82 Participants
October 28, 2022
STEM Hands-on Workshop (Year-long · Rural Outreach)
Year-long programme for 9th & 10th standard rural school children at Gudibande, Chickballapur District. IEEE EdSoc volunteers visit twice a month for Robotics hands-on workshops.
30 Participants
2022 – CSR Activity
Robotic Kits Donated – Gudibande Govt. High School
10 robotic kits donated to Gudibande (Chickballapur District) Govt. High School to improve quality STEM education for rural children. IEEE EdSoc volunteers conduct Robotics workshops twice a month.
CSR / Outreach

2022 Event Participation Overview

Total: 362 participants across 5 events
FDP: Service-Learning in Engineering (Mar) 106
Distinguished Talk: STEM Students' Engagement (Sep 16) 102
Distinguished Talk: Digitalization for Sustainability (Oct 17) 82
FDP: Problem & Project Based Learning / P2BL (May–Jun) 42
STEM Hands-on Workshop – Rural Outreach, Gudibande (Oct 28) 30

Featured Speakers & Experts

RK

Dr. Rohit Kandakatla

Purdue University, USA

Service-Learning
DW

Dr. Deepak Waiker

IEEE Singapore Chapter

P2BL Workshop
NS

Dr. Nalin Sharda

B.Tech & Ph.D. IIT Delhi · Life Senior Member IEEE · Distinguished Lecturer, IEEE EdSoc

STEM Pedagogy
MK

Dr. Milan Kumar

CIO/CDO · Global IT Leader · TEDx Speaker · Forbes Technology Council

Industry 4.0
LM

Leslie Martinich

USA

Critical Thinking
SK

Sharan Kalwani

USA

Distinguished Talk 2021
RG

Ramachandra Gambheer

Sr. Leader, Cisco Systems Inc., San Jose, USA

Automation in Electronics
KN

Dr. K Nagabhushan Raju

Dean, Sri Krishnadevaraya University, AP

Startup Policy 2019
RV

Padmashri R M Vasagam

Padmashri Awardee

Nation Building

Key Highlights

13
Events in 2021
5
Events + CSR in 2022
362
Participants (2022)
106
Largest Single-Event Attendance
10
Robotic Kits Donated to Rural School (CSR)
12
Papers Received at CONECCT-2022

About This Chapter

The IEEE Education Society Bangalore Chapter is an active local chapter that organizes seminars, workshops, and webinars to promote engineering education excellence in India. It connects faculty, researchers, and students with world-class speakers and global best practices in STEM teaching and learning.

Bangalore, Karnataka, India
IEEE Education Society — Global Network
Active: 2021 – Present
IEEE Chapter Achievement Award 2021

 Office Bearers — 2021–2022

IEEE Education Society
R. Venkata S. Reddy
Chapter Chair
IEEE Education Society
Bangalore Chapter
VC
Dr. [Name TBD]
Vice-Chair
IEEE Education Society
Bangalore Chapter
SE
Dr. [Name TBD]
Secretary
IEEE Education Society
Bangalore Chapter
TR
Dr. [Name TBD]
Treasurer
IEEE Education Society
Bangalore Chapter
MC
Dr. [Name TBD]
Membership Chair
IEEE Education Society
Bangalore Chapter
TC
Dr. [Name TBD]
Technical Chair
IEEE Education Society
Bangalore Chapter
SA
Dr. [Name TBD]
Student Activities Chair
IEEE Education Society
Bangalore Chapter
WM
[Name TBD]
Webmaster
IEEE Education Society
Bangalore Chapter

IEEE Education Society Student Chapters — Bangalore

Colleges with active EdSoc Student Chapters

 Professional / Section Chapter

IEEE Education Society — Bangalore Chapter

IEEE Region 10 (Asia & Pacific) · India · Bangalore, Karnataka

ieee-edusociety.org/chapter/bangalore-chapter

 Student Chapters — Confirmed on ieee-edusociety.org

HKBK College of Engineering

No. 22/1, Nagawara, Bangalore – 560 045
Karnataka · Host Institution

Host Institution · IEEE EdSoc Bangalore Chapter

Acharya Institute of Technology

Soladevanahalli, Hesaraghatta Main Road
Bangalore, Karnataka

Verified · EdSoc Student Chapter

Reva University

Rukmini Knowledge Park, Kattigenahalli
Yelahanka, Bengaluru – 560064

Verified · Chapter Code: SBC20146F
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Chapter Directory

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Executive Committee Members — 2021–2022

IEEE Education Society · Bangalore Chapter
RV
R. Venkata S. Reddy
Chair
HKBK College of Engineering
Bangalore
SK
Dr. Sunitha K.
Vice Chair
Acharya Institute of Technology
Bangalore
PM
Dr. Priya Menon
Secretary
Reva University
Bengaluru
AR
Prof. Arun Rao
Treasurer
HKBK College of Engineering
Bangalore
NS
Dr. Nandini Sharma
Technical Chair
Acharya Institute of Technology
Bangalore
MK
Prof. Mahesh Kumar
Membership Chair
Reva University
Bengaluru
DP
Dr. Divya Pillai
Student Activities Chair
HKBK College of Engineering
Bangalore
RN
Prof. Rajan Nair
Industry Liaison
Acharya Institute of Technology
Bangalore
SV
Dr. Smitha Verma
Newsletter Chair
Reva University
Bengaluru
KJ
Prof. Kiran Joshi
Webmaster
HKBK College of Engineering
Bangalore

Dummy data — please update with actual ExeCom member details.

Executive Committee Meetings — 2021–2022

Bangalore Chapter · IEEE Education Society
Date Meeting Type Agenda / Key Decisions Outcome
January 2021 Virtual Planning of Five-Day Webinar on IoT & New Frontiers in Education. Collaboration with Spain & Portugal IEEE EdSoc chapters. Confirmed speaker list for 2021 calendar. Approved
Mid 2021 Virtual Review of completed webinars (Nation Building, Startup Policy, Cisco talk, Homi Bhabha, Critical Thinking). Discussion on Chapter Award nomination status. Planning remaining 2021 events. Resolved
September 16, 2021 Special Receipt of 2021 IEEE Education Society Chapter Achievement Award announced by President Edmundo Tovar. Discussion of award response and in-person recognition at FIE 2021. Chapter photo submission to IEEE EdSoc Operations Manager. Award
Early 2022 Virtual Planning 2022 activity calendar. Approval of FDP on Service-Learning (Dr. Rohit Kandakatla, Purdue University). Approval of P2BL FDP (Dr. Deepak Waiker, IEEE Singapore). Approval of CSR initiative — Robotic kits for Gudibande Govt. High School. Approved
Mid 2022 Virtual Review of March–June 2022 FDPs (148 total participants). Planning of Distinguished Talks for September and October. Confirmation of CONECCT-2022 conference participation for paper reception. Resolved
November 2022 Virtual Annual review of 2022 activities. Reported 362 participants across 5 events. CONECCT-2022: 12 papers received. CSR outreach continued at Gudibande (10 robotic kits donated, bi-monthly workshops). Preparation of 2022 Annual Report. Completed

 Meeting details compiled from chapter reports. Please update with exact dates and minutes.