Mrs. Rashmi B R presented a paper on A Comparative study of Two stage mixing concrete against Nominal mixing concrete at 2nd international conference on innovations in sustainable and digital construction practices - ISDCP 2026 Organised by department of civil engineering, Dayanand sagar college of Engineering bangalore during 5-6 feb, 2026.

Congratulations to Ajay C C, Sujan Kumar G K, Greeshma Rajeshwari, and Subrahmanya H M. The team presented a paper entitled “Experimental Study on the Feasibility of Granite Dust as a Sustainable Aggregate in Concrete” at the 2nd International Conference on Innovations in Sustainable and Digital Construction Practices (ISDCP) 2026, organized by the Department of Civil Engineering, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560111, India, held during 5–6 February 2026. Congratulations to Project guide Prof Chethan Kumar N T.

Congratulations to Karunyo Bodh for participation in YUKTHI 2K26. The Regional Level Techno Cultural Fest and for securing the Winner Position in the event Solo Singing and Runner up position in Group Singing held on 19th and 20th of February 2026 at VTU Reginal Centre, Mysuru.

Congratulations to Dr. Kishor Kumar S for receiving sponsorship from the Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology (KSCST) for the student project titled “Sustainable Eco-Friendly Treatment for Dairy Wastewater Using Green Synthesized Nanoparticle” (Sl. No. 704, Proposal Reference No. 49S_BE_6555). The project is carried out by Mr. Kushal C J, Ms. Bhavana S K, Ms. Deekshitha A, and Mr. Karunyo Bodh, with a sanctioned amount of ₹4,500.00.

Department of Civil Engineering in coordination with Skill and Consultancy Centre conducted a Three-Day Software Training Certification Programme on NAVISWORKS – BIM (Building Information Modelling) under the banner of MoU with CMTI from 23rd to 25th March 2026 at the UG CAD Laboratory, Department of Civil Engineering, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan.

The Value Added Course witnessed enthusiastic participation from 43 students and provided hands-on exposure to industry-relevant BIM tools and workflows. The sessions were expertly delivered by Er. Uday Shankar Ramaswamy, Trainer, CMTI, who shared valuable practical insights.

This initiative aimed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements, enhancing students’ technical skills and employability.

Congratulations to Mukthidayini 6th sem for securing 1st place in technical paper presentation at SHELTER 2026  a national level Technical students fest at SIT Tumkuru on 28th March 2026.

ASCE India Student Symposium 2026 – Achievement Report

The students Department of Civil Engineering Malnad College of Engineering proudly represented the institution at the *ASCE India Student Symposium 2026*, held at UPES, Dehradun and PEC, Chandigarh from 25th to 28th March. The event provided an excellent platform to showcase technical skills, innovation, and practical application of civil engineering concepts at a national level.

One of the key highlights of the symposium was the *BridgeWorks competition*, a signature structural engineering event that challenges participants to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world design and construction scenarios. Teams from over 25 colleges across the country participated, making it a highly competitive event.

The team designed and constructed a *high-efficiency ice-cream stick bridge*, focusing on structural analysis, load distribution, and material optimization. The design emphasized achieving maximum load-carrying capacity while maintaining a high strength-to-weight ratio under strict constraints.

During testing, the bridge successfully sustained a *maximum load of 62.8 kg without failure, demonstrating excellent structural integrity and precision in design. This outstanding performance led the team to secure **first place at the UPES Dehradun campus*, marking a significant achievement. 
The management, including the Chairman Sri R T Dyave Gowda, Secretary Sri C R Jagadeesh, Treasurer Sri H D Parshwanath ,Principal Dr H J Amarendra, congratulated the students for bringing laurels to the institution.
The structure not only sustained the applied load but exceeded testing expectations, showcasing superior design efficiency
and structural performance
The team from Malnad College of Engineering comprised Lakshmi KM, Darshan MS, Harini AR, Abhijna K, Shreyas GR, and Nishanth HN, who actively participated in the ASCE India Student Symposium 2026. The team was guided by Prof. K. S. Manjunath and supported by ASCE coordinators Prof. Brunda BN and Prof. Rashmi BR, along with faculty member Prof. Amrutha DS. The Head of the Department of Civil Engineering, Dr. Sumana Jayaprakash, and Professor Dr. A. J. Krishniah provided valuable encouragement and academic support.

We are delighted to share that Dr. Supriya M. J., Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, served as a resource person at a skill development program organized by Smt. L. V. Government Polytechnic College, Hassan, on March 13, 2026, under the Prerana initiative. 

She delivered an insightful session on “Engineering Beyond the Equation: A Roadmap to Skill Development”, inspiring students to look beyond academics and focus on building essential skills for the future.

The session emphasized the importance of skill development, career preparedness, and continuous learning to meet the evolving demands of modern industries. Students were encouraged to strengthen both technical expertise and professional competencies to unlock greater career opportunities.

We are delighted to share that Dr. Muralidhar N, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, served as a Session Chair and also delivered a technical talk at the World Conference on Hybrid Materials: Micro and Nano Length Scales (WCHM 2026).

The conference was held at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, from March 13–15, 2026.

His participation highlights the department’s continued commitment to research, innovation, and academic collaboration in advanced materials and engineering. 

Congratulations to Dr. A J Krishnaiah for being external examiner on 13th Feb 2026 for PhD Viva voce at Department of Civil Engineering at UVCE Bengaluru for research work  titled "Behavioral  study of Piled Raft foundation on cohesion less soil-An approach to eccentricity" by research scholar Aruna T.