India’s Young Civil Engineers Showcase Innovation Aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047 at Building Bharat Sampaark Innovation Boot Camp

Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Dec 20: The Building Bharat Sampaark Innovation Boot Camp in Civil Engineering, held at IIT Gandhinagar from 17–19 December 2025, concluded with exceptional participation and an inspiring display of innovation by young civil engineers from across India. Designed exclusively for civil engineering students, the Boot Camp stands out as one of the country’s only dedicated platforms nurturing engineering talent aligned with India’s infrastructure priorities and the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

Uniquely focused on core civil engineering challenges, the Boot Camp addressed critical themes such as construction quality, resilient infrastructure, safety, asset management, monitoring of lifeline structures, and emerging construction technologies. Students were encouraged to move beyond theoretical learning and develop practical, implementable solutions to strengthen India’s infrastructure ecosystem.

The event witnessed an overwhelming response from across the country, with over 600 registrations and more than 70 high-quality hackathon ideas submitted by students from leading institutes nationwide. This strong participation highlights the growing aspiration among civil engineering students for innovation-driven learning and has prompted organizers to expand the initiative to multiple regions in the coming year.

Over three intensive days, participants engaged in expert-led sessions conducted by senior academicians, infrastructure specialists, innovators, and industry professionals. Mentorship formed the core of the Boot Camp, with experts guiding teams in refining problem statements, evaluating feasibility, strengthening prototypes, and preparing solutions for final presentations.

Dr. Rajaneesh Dasgupta, Trustee & Director General  Association of Infrastructure Industry (India) and National Director – Building Bharat Sampaark, said:

“We have received an extraordinary response to the Building Bharat Sampaark Innovation Boot Camp in Civil Engineering, with over 600 entries and more than 70 structured hackathon ideas—far exceeding our expectations. This enthusiasm reflects the strong desire among civil engineering students to innovate and contribute meaningfully to India’s infrastructure journey. By remaining purely focused on civil engineering, this platform addresses a critical gap in capacity building aligned with Viksit Bharat. To expand its reach, we will conduct additional editions in Kanpur and South India, ensuring students across regions have equal opportunities to contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.”

The Boot Camp successfully bridged academia and industry, offering students exposure to real-world infrastructure complexities. Experts emphasized the critical role of innovation in quality monitoring, data-driven asset management, construction safety, and resilient systems, all of which are integral to India’s long-term development goals.

Professor Rajat Moona, Director, IIT Gandhinagar, said:

“Civil engineering lies at the heart of nation-building, and innovation is essential to address future infrastructure challenges. This Boot Camp enables students to understand the depth of these challenges and develop solutions that are practical, scalable, and impactful. Platforms like this are vital for shaping India’s future engineering leaders.”

Reinforcing its long-term mission, the initiative announced plans to host upcoming editions of the Building Bharat Sampaark Innovation Boot Camp in Civil Engineering across North and South India, ensuring wider inclusivity and nationwide talent participation.

Professor Pranab Kumar Mohapatra, IIT Gandhinagar, added:

“This initiative encourages students to view innovation as an essential part of civil engineering practice. It allows them to learn from experts, test ideas, and explore real-world applications of engineering knowledge. The enthusiasm shown by participants highlights the importance of such platforms in shaping the next generation of innovators.”

The resounding success of this edition underlines the importance of nurturing young civil engineers equipped with technical expertise, innovative thinking, and strong problem-solving skills. By remaining exclusively focused on civil engineering innovation, the Boot Camp continues to strengthen India’s engineering ecosystem and contribute meaningfully to the goals of Viksit Bharat 2047.