{"id":49323,"date":"2025-04-21T19:53:18","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T14:23:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nationalinsight.in\/index.php\/2025\/04\/21\/ajeenkya-dy-patil-university-hosts-transformative-workshop-with-hal-expert-dr-lakshman-singh\/"},"modified":"2025-04-21T19:53:18","modified_gmt":"2025-04-21T14:23:18","slug":"ajeenkya-dy-patil-university-hosts-transformative-workshop-with-hal-expert-dr-lakshman-singh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nationalinsight.in\/index.php\/2025\/04\/21\/ajeenkya-dy-patil-university-hosts-transformative-workshop-with-hal-expert-dr-lakshman-singh\/","title":{"rendered":"Ajeenkya DY Patil University Hosts Transformative Workshop with HAL Expert Dr. Lakshman Singh"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><strong>Pune (Maharashtra) [India], April 21: <a href=\"https:\/\/adypu.edu.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ajeenkya DY Patil University\u00a0<\/a><\/strong>(ADYPU), in association with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), successfully conducted an exclusive workshop on \u201cDefence Avionics, Optronics\u2002&amp; Technology Transfer\u201d at the ADYPU Auditorium on Charholi Campus.<\/p>\n<p>More than 300 students and faculty members from Aerospace, Defence and related engineering streams participated in the\u2002event with great zeal and enthusiasm.<\/p>\n<p>The chief guest for the event was Dr. Lakshman Singh, Chief Manager (Projects)\u2002at HAL, an accomplished professional with over 19 years of experience in working on project and operations management in the aerospace domain. Dr. Singh, as the Chief Guest and keynote speaker, provided important information on the practical challenges and innovations in Defence Avionics and Transfer of Technology (ToT) practices in\u2002defence manufacturing.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Singh highlighted HAL\u2019s strategic role in developing indigenous technological capabilities and bridging the gap between academia and products relevant\u2002to the battlefield in his address.\u00a0<em>\u201cThis kind of workshop is critical in sparking the next generation of engineers and inventors,<\/em>\u201d\u00a0<strong>he\u2002said.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The session, held by the ADYPU DRIF (Defence Research &amp; Innovation Foundation), triggered engaging dialogues on defence tech advancements, policy-making, project planning, and future career paths in the aerospace domain, with students exploring topics ranging from semiconductor electronics to supply chain systems and obsolescence management.<\/p>\n<p>This impactful event was made possible through the visionary leadership and unwavering support of key university officials, including Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jain \u2013 Vice chancellor, Dr. Kamaljeet Kaur Sidhu \u2013 Vice President, Dr. Santosh Borde, Ms. Rebika Singh and Dr. M Suresh Kumar, whose commitment to fostering research-driven, industry-oriented education laid the foundation for its success.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dr. Ajeenkya D. Y. Patil<\/strong>, Chairman of ADYPU, expressed his deep appreciation for the collaboration, stating: \u2013\u00a0<em>\u201cAt ADYPU, we believe that the future of education lies in synergizing academia with national imperatives. This workshop with HAL exemplifies our mission to empower students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset to lead in tomorrow\u2019s defence and aerospace sectors.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Adding to the institutional momentum,\u00a0<strong>Dr. Nishakant Ojha<\/strong>, Honorary Professor of Practice at ADYPU, said: \u2013\u00a0<em>\u201cIn today\u2019s geopolitical context, academic institutions have a critical role to play in shaping the national innovation landscape. At ADYPU, we are committed to grooming thinkers and doers who can contribute to India\u2019s self-reliance in defence technologies.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>This impactful workshop marked another significant step in ADYPU\u2019s journey toward cultivating industry-ready talent, grounded in hands-on learning and visionary collaboration with premier national R&amp;D and defence institutions.<\/p>\n<p><em>If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification@gmail.com to notify us. 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