The National Symposium on Sustainable Applications for Future Environment (NSSAFE-2025) concluded on a high note, marking a significant stride toward advancing research and innovation in sustainability and technology. Organized by the Department of CSIT & CSE (CY), Acropolis Institute of Technology and Research (AITR) in association with the CPS Lab, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, the symposium brought together a diverse group of scholars, researchers, industry leaders, and academicians committed to shaping a more sustainable future through technology-driven solutions.
The event featured a rich exchange of ideas through technical sessions, paper presentations, and keynote discussions that highlighted how innovation can be harmonized with environmental responsibility.
Distinguished Dignitaries and Keynote Speakers
The symposium was graced by eminent personalities from industry and academia who inspired participants with their insights and experiences.
Chief Guest: Mr. Nitin Gogia, Head – Talent Acquisition, ClearTrail Technologies
Guest of Honour: Mr. Varun Agrawal, Co-Founder, Modern Village Foundation
Special Guest: Mr. PremKumar Viswanathan, Head – Learning and Development, ClearTrail Technologies
Valedictory Session Chief Guest: Ms. Megha Agrawal, Region Head – Academic Alliances Group (Indore), Tata Consultancy Services
Their thought-provoking addresses emphasized the need for collaboration, sustainable innovation, and responsible use of emerging technologies in addressing environmental challenges.
Highlights from NSSAFE-2025
The symposium witnessed impressive participation and engagement, reflecting the growing momentum in sustainable technology research:
Over 150 paper submissions from across India
73 selected presentations showcasing high-quality research
8 diverse thematic tracks covering multidisciplinary domains
Active participation from 38 offline and 35 online presenters representing leading academic institutions and industries
The event served as a platform for groundbreaking research and discussions across various sectors, including:
🌱 AgriTech: CropRec, KrishiSetu
🏥 Healthcare: ArogyaJal, Digital Mental Health Support
🏙️ Smart Cities: GreenEye, Park Ease
🌍 Environment: HydroWatch, AI Rockfall Prediction
🤖 AI & IoT: Autonomous Drones, Secure Data Wiping
These innovative projects underscored how data, digital tools, and AI can be leveraged to create scalable, sustainable solutions for pressing global challenges.
Celebrating Research Excellence
A highlight of NSSAFE-2025 was the award ceremony, recognizing outstanding contributions in research and innovation. A total of 16 awards, sponsored by IIT Ropar, were conferred to participants:
7 First Prize / Best Paper Awards
7 Second Best Paper Awards
2 Special Jury Choice Awards
These awards celebrated ingenuity, technical rigor, and real-world applicability — encouraging young researchers to continue exploring transformative ideas that align with sustainable development goals.
Igniting Collaboration for a Sustainable Tomorrow
The symposium not only celebrated academic excellence but also emphasized the importance of collaboration between institutions, industries, and innovators. The sessions and discussions provided valuable insights into emerging technologies, sustainable practices, and the pathways for integrating them into future policies and frameworks.
The NSSAFE-2025 symposium exemplified how multidisciplinary innovation can contribute to a cleaner, smarter, and more resilient future. It successfully created a collaborative ecosystem that fosters the exchange of knowledge and inspires actionable research for sustainable impact.
A heartfelt acknowledgment goes to all the students, researchers, organizers, sponsors, and collaborators whose dedicated efforts made this event a resounding success.
As iHub – AWaDH, IIT Ropar, continues to promote innovation and research in sustainability and technology, events like NSSAFE-2025 reinforce our shared mission — to accelerate India’s journey toward a sustainable, technology-driven future. 🌿