With an aim to promote a comprehensive understanding by integrating Vastu principles into civil engineering practices, the Dept of CE, in association with ISTE FACULTY CHAPTER,VAST organized Three Days Faculty Development Programme on “Harmony in Structures: Bridging Vastu and Civil Engineering” during 22-24 January 2024 for Faculty members / M.Tech / M.Plan students from KTU affiliated College.

The three-day Faculty Development Program (FDP) began on a promising note with an offline session on 22 January 2024. The inauguration was a confluence of spiritual fervor and academic enthusiasm, graced by the esteemed presence of Sri Kanipayyur Krishnan Namboodiripad (Dean of Vasthu Vidya Gurukulam, Department of Culture, Govt. of Kerala). Dr Abhilasha P S (Professor and HoD, CE Dept) extended a warm welcome, emphasizing the significance of the FDP in harmonizing Vastu principles with Civil Engineering practices. Dr Saji C B (Principal) delivered a thought-provoking presidential address, highlighting the importance of integrating traditional wisdom with modern engineering practices. Felicitations followed from Mr Suresh Lal (Executive Director, VICT), Dr Sudha Balagopalan (Dean Academics), Dr Sunitha C (Vice Principal) and Dr Justine Jose C (Former HoD and Adjunct Faculty, CE Dept).The inaugural ceremony concluded with a gracious vote of thanks by Dr Anjali P. Sasidharan (FDP Coo-rdinator,Asso Prof, CE Dept) acknowledging the collective effort in making the event possible.

Offline Sessions (22.01.24)
Mathematics in Vastusasthra by Sri. Kanipayyur Krishnan Namboodiripad, Dean of Vasthu Vidya Gurukulam, Department of Culture, Govt. of Kerala. (10.15 am to 12.30 pm)
Vastuvidya for Better Life by Mr. Navaneeth E P, Director- Operations, Live Homes, Thrissur. (1.30 pm to 3.30 pm)
Online Sessions (23.01.24)
Vastusasthra and Traditional Building Materials by Dr. C V Lal, Professor & HoD (Retd.), Government Engineering College, Thrissur. (9.30 am to 12.30 pm)
Traditional Residential Architecture of Kerala with Special Reference to Nalukettu by Dr. Ashalatha Thampuran, Former Principal, College of Engineering, Trivandrum. (1.30 pm to 3.30 pm)
Online Sessions (24.01.24)
Vastuvidya and Its Relevance in Current Construction Industry by Mr. Navaneeth E P (9.30 am to 12.30 pm)
Position of Room as per Vastu by Mr. Navaneeth E P (1.30 pm to 3.00 pm)

The Three-day FDP witnessed active participation from 22 external participants representing various KTU-affiliated colleges, along with teaching and non-teaching staff members of the Civil Engineering department, M.Tech Civil Engineering students, and selected final-year B.Tech Civil Engineering students of VAST. The FDP reached its conclusion with a valedictory function. Dr. Abhilasha P. S. (Professor and HoD, CE Dept) extended a warm welcome, setting the stage for the final proceedings. Dr. Saji C B (Principal) shared insightful remarks, expressing the success and importance of the FDP in fostering interdisciplinary knowledge. Dr. Anjali P. Sasidharan (FDP Coo-rdinator,Asso Prof, CE Dept) presented a comprehensive report, encapsulating the key highlights from each session. The valedictory function concluded with a gracious vote of thanks by Ms. Kalyani Vijayakumar (FDP Co-coordinator,Asst Prof, CE Dept) expressing gratitude to all participants, speakers, and organizers.