One Week Master Trainers Training Programme (MTTP) on “Special Concretes and Non-Destructive Techniques (NDT) from April 1st to 6th, 2025.

One Week Master Trainers Training Programme (MTTP) on “Special Concretes and Non-Destructive Techniques (NDT)

The Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, IIT Dharwad in collaboration with Bharath Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya National Training Facility For Skills for All (BMVNTFSA), Chikkaballapura, organized a One-Week Master Trainers Training Programme (MTTP) on “Special Concretes and Non-Destructive Techniques” from April 1st to 6th, 2025. Coordinated by Dr. Ramesh Nayaka, Assistant Professor, Dept. of CIE, Prof. Amarnath Hegde, Associate Professor, Dept. of CIE and Dr. Venkatesh Babu D L, Center Head – Training, BMVNTFSA.
The inauguration, led by Prof. VenkappayyA R. dEsAi (Director, IIT Dharwad), featured chief guests Prof. Ravindra Gettu and Prof. Aravind Galagali, and included the unveiling of a 3D-printed IIT DHARWAD model using recycled aggregate which showcased the institute’s dedication to sustainability and innovation. 
Over 70 participants from various Government departments took part in lectures, hands-on NDT sessions, 3DCP demonstrations, and a field visit to an AAC block plant. The programme concluded with a valedictory session, which participants shared their positive feedback, highlighting the program’s technical depth, relevance, and hands-on value.