Vidya to host ISTE Kerala Section State Convention & National Seminar on ‘AI as an Accelerator to SDGs’ on 17 January 2026

January 15, 2026 Surabhi MS ISTE

Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE)

Since 1968, the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE) has been shaping minds and strengthening futures in technical education. Uniting over 1,30,000 teachers and 5,00,000 students, ISTE serves as a catalyst for innovation, research, and lifelong learning, with chapters flourishing in India’s most esteemed institutions, including IITs, NITs, and IISc.

Vidya Academy of Science & Technology welcomes ISTE Annual Convention

Vidya Academy of Science & Technology proudly hosts the forthcoming 36th ISTE Kerala Section State Convention and National Seminar on ‘AI as an Accelerator to SDGs: Pathways and Possibilities’. This distinguished gathering brings together educators, researchers, industry leaders, and student innovators to explore emerging trends, exchange best practices, and foster meaningful knowledge sharing that advances excellence in engineering and technology education

Event	36^th ISTE Kerala Section State Convention & National Seminar on AI as an Accelerator to SDGs: Pathways and Possibilities
Date	17 January 2026
Venue	Vidya Academy of Science & Technology
Chief Guest
Mr. Muraleedharan Manningal	CEO of ICT Academy of Kerala, a seasoned technology–business leader with three decades of experience across BFSI, healthcare, education, and government sectors
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Achut Sankar S. Nair	Former Head, Department of Bioinformatics, University of Kerala
The event unites academia, industry, and young minds to explore AI-driven innovations aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, fostering collaboration and responsible solutions for a sustainable future

The ISTE VAST Organizing Committee functions under the leadership of Dr. Sunitha C (Principal VAST, Chairman ISTE VAST) with Dr. Shalij P. R Director – Academics) as patron and Mr Sarath Babu Ramachandran (Secretary, ISTE VAST, Asst Prof – Sel. Grade, ME Dept) as the Organizing Secretary

The Editorial Team of News & Events joins the entire Vidya fraternity in extending wholehearted welcome to all delegates and invite you to be part of this enriching academic journey, filled with meaningful dialogue, collaboration and innovation !!!