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Union Budget 2026-27 Presented by first-year MBA students to the panel

The MBA Department organized an insightful presentation session on the “Union Budget 2026–27”, where students critically analyzed and presented the budgetary allocations, reforms, and policy implications across various sectors including Transportation, Defence, Energy Affairs, Healthcare, Education, Agriculture, Infrastructure, Banking & Finance, Digital Economy, and Employment Generation.
The session enabled students to gain deeper insights into the nation’s economic priorities, fiscal strategies, and sector-wise developmental initiatives announced in the Union Budget. The presentations showcased students’ analytical thinking, understanding of economic policies, and awareness of contemporary financial and industrial developments.
The presentations were evaluated by eminent resource persons, Prof. Avinash N from St Aloysius College, Mangaluru, and CA Joyston Dsouza of Nithin J Shetty & Co., Mangalore. The experts appreciated the students for their in-depth analysis and presentation skills while offering valuable feedback, professional perspectives, and greater insights into the practical implications of the Union Budget on industries and the economy.
The interactive academic session significantly enriched students’ understanding of public finance, governance, and economic planning while enhancing their research, analytical, and presentation competencies.

CSE Dept. organized a Session on ‘Innovation Blueprint Transforming Product Fit into Market Success’

Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering organized an inspiring technical session titled ‘Innovation Blueprint Transforming Product Fit into Market Success’ on 25th May 2026. The session was conducted to help students and aspiring innovators to understand how innovative ideas can be transformed into successful market-ready products. The event featured Mr. Suhas Rao, AI Practitioner and Agile Coach in EGDK as the resource person.
During the session Mr. Suhas Rao shared valuable insights on how innovative ideas can be transformed into successful market-ready products. He explained the importance of identifying real-world problems, understanding customer needs, and developing products that effectively achieve Product Fit and Market Fit.
He also discussed the role of Artificial Intelligence, Agile methodologies, and modern technology practices in product development and business growth. Through practical examples and industry experiences from organizations like Infosys and Apple, he guided participants on innovation strategies, scalable solution development, startup thinking, teamwork, and adapting to the rapidly evolving AI-driven industry.
The session began with a warm welcome address by Dr. Mustafa Basthikodi, who emphasized the importance of innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry-oriented learning in today’s rapidly evolving technological world. He encouraged students to develop creative thinking, practical problem-solving skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset to transform innovative ideas into impactful real-world solutions.
The event was coordinated by Prof. Suketha, Prof. Varsha, Prof. Srividya and Prof. Chaithrashree with support from the IIC Coordinator, Prof. Prajwal Rao, along with Ms. Aarya Shetty from 4A Section being the Master of Ceremony.

‘Business Model Canvas (BMC) & Business Model Fit’ by ISE Dept.

Dept. of Information Science & Engineering organized a session on “Business Model Canvas (BMC) & Business Model Fit” on 25th May 2026. The session was conducted by Prof. Monisha Shetty, Dept. of Business Administration (MBA), who served as the resource person. The objective of the session was to introduce students to the concept of the Business Model Canvas and help them understand how startups and organizations design, evaluate, and improve business models.
During the session, the speaker explained the various components of the Business Model Canvas, including customer segments, value propositions, channels, customer relationships, revenue streams, key resources, key activities, key partnerships, and cost structure. The session also emphasized the importance of achieving business model fit to ensure that products and services effectively satisfy customer needs and market demands.
The resource person discussed practical examples of startups and innovative business ideas, highlighting how BMC can be used as a strategic tool for planning and entrepreneurship development. Students gained insights into innovation, business planning, and market-oriented thinking.
The session was interactive and informative, encouraging students to think creatively about transforming ideas into successful business opportunities. The event was coordinated by the faculty members of the Dept. of Information Science & Engineering and witnessed active participation from students and staff.

Dept of ISE organized ‘DEMO DAY – Internet of Things Mini-Project Exhibition’

Department of Information Science & Engineering successfully organized “DEMO DAY – Internet of Things Mini-Project Exhibition” on 29th May 2026 at the ISE Labs, Second Floor. The exhibition served as a vibrant platform for students to demonstrate their innovative IoT-based mini projects, integrating hardware and software solutions to address real-world challenges. The projects reflected creativity, technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and practical implementation skills in areas such as smart automation, healthcare monitoring, environmental sensing, energy management, and security systems.
The event was coordinated under the guidance of the faculty coordinators Prof. Prajna U R and Prof. Pratheek H. The exhibition was supported and encouraged by Dr. Rithesh Pakkala P, HoD – ISE; The projects were evaluated by Prof. Abhishek A B, Dept. of ECE, and Mr. Pulkith from TCE, whose valuable observations, technical insights, and constructive feedback encouraged students to enhance the quality and practical relevance of their innovations.
Students confidently presented their prototypes and explained the working methodologies, objectives, and applications of their projects to the evaluators and visitors. The interactive atmosphere encouraged knowledge sharing, technical discussions, and collaborative learning among participants.

CSE Dept. Organizes ‘Innovation Showcase’, an Innovative Micro Project Demo

Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering organized a micro project presentation, as part of the Innovative assignment for the 4th semester students, titled “Innovation Showcase”, with great excitement and enthusiasm. The session was conducted to help students and aspiring innovators understand how innovative ideas can be transformed into successful market-ready products.
The innovative works were evaluated by Dr. Nisha, Associate Professor of ECE Department and Prof. Shruthi Vishwajeeth, Dept. of CSE (AIML), as cross department evaluators.
The session began with a warm welcome address by HoD, Dr. Mustafa Basthikodi, who addressed the students on the transition from classroom theory to practical innovation, placing a special emphasis on the Ability Enhancement Course. He also mentioned that hands-on guidance in the AEC Lab that bridged the gap between abstract software code and physical, market-ready prototypes, ultimately empowering the students to build the impactful, cutting-edge solutions on display at the Demo Day.
The event was coordinated by Prof. Srividya S, Prof. Reshma, and Prof. Prapulla G with support from the IIC Coordinator, Prof. Prajwal Rao along with students Ms. Pranathi, Ms.Achinthya & Ms.Thanvi from 4A Section being Masters of Ceremony.

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Apoorva Ashok Nagekar, Megha R P, and Shreya Y have been placed at RAKON as a Trainee technician.

Students from Bearys Institute of Technology Explore Innovation at Sahyadri’s In-House Industries

Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) hosted students and faculty members from the Dept. of ECE - Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangaluru, for an industrial-academic visit to the institution’s in-house industry facility.
The visit provided students with valuable exposure to industry-oriented learning environments, emerging technologies, practical applications, and innovation-driven engineering practices. During the interaction, participants explored various ongoing activities and facilities that bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industrial implementation.
The visit also served as a platform for knowledge exchange, encouraging students to gain deeper insights into hands-on technical learning, research, product development, and industry collaboration opportunities.
Faculty members and students from BIT actively interacted with the team at Sahyadri, making the visit informative, engaging, and professionally enriching for all participants.

Dept. of Mechanical Engineering conducts deliberation on XR Centre of Excellence

The Department of Mechanical Engineering organized a deliberation session with Mr. Deelip Menezes, Managing Director, 3D Systems India, regarding the establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Extended Reality (XR).
Mr. Deelip Menezes is an entrepreneur with 26 years of experience in building and managing Additive Manufacturing technology companies, including two companies that were acquired by 3D Systems (NYSE: DDD) in 2011. He subsequently established and headed the Indian subsidiary of 3D Systems and developed R&D, sales, service, and technical support teams for the Indian subcontinent. He also played a key role in revamping the sales channel, strengthening the 3D Systems brand, and implementing focused market strategies that doubled the company’s revenue within three years.

From Idea to Prototype: First year ECE students explore Innovation Through Hands-on Learning

The Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), in association with the Sahyadri - Institution's Innovation Council (IIC), organised “Idea to Prototype,” a mini-project-building activity for first-year students.
The event aimed to encourage students to transform innovative ideas into practical electronic prototypes while promoting experiential and collaborative learning.
Students from the ECE and IT departments actively participated by designing and presenting creative mini-project prototypes as part of their electronics subject learning activity. The initiative provided an excellent platform for students to strengthen their technical knowledge, teamwork, problem-solving abilities, and practical understanding of electronics concepts.
Dr. Anush Bekal, Head of the Department, visited each student group, interacted with participants, and motivated them to continue exploring innovation and hands-on learning. Faculty members from the department also visited the exhibits and encouraged the students in their creative endeavours.
The activity was coordinated by Prof. Babitha and Prof. Rekha MB, who guided and supported the students throughout the event.
The event proved to be a valuable learning experience, helping students gain practical exposure, confidence in prototype development, and deeper insight into engineering design and innovation.

MBA Students Gain Valuable Industry Exposure Through Local Industrial Visits - Gurucharan Industries and Kalbavi Consumer Foods Private Limited

Dept. of Business Administration organized a Local Industrial Visit 2026 for MBA students on 30th May, 2026. The visit was conducted with the objective of providing students with practical exposure to industrial operations and bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world business practices.
‎The students visited two prominent industries located in the Baikampady Industrial Area, Mangaluru—Gurucharan Industries and Kalbavi Consumer Foods Private Limited. The industrial tour offered students an opportunity to observe manufacturing processes, operational management practices, quality control measures, and organizational workflows.
‎At Gurucharan Industries, students were introduced to various aspects of industrial production, machinery utilization, safety standards, and supply chain management. Industry experts explained how modern manufacturing techniques contribute to efficiency and productivity in today's competitive market.
‎The visit to Kalbavi Consumer Foods Private Limited provided students with insights into the food processing industry. They also gained valuable insights into cashew nut processing, packaging, and distribution.

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Sahyadri Weekly Buzz

Sat May 30 2026