20/11/2025
International Success: Driving Self-Reliance Through Advanced Computing
AICTE–ATAL VAANI Sponsored Conference Concludes with Significant Outcomes
The two-day International Conference on “Cutting-edge Technologies in Advanced Computing (ICCETAC-2025) for Atmanirbhar Bharat” concluded on November 15, 2025, following remarkable enthusiasm and collaborative participation.
Jointly organized by the Government College of Engineering, Karad (GCEK) and the Government College of Engineering, Kolhapur (GCEK), in strategic collaboration with AICTE–ATAL VAANI, the event successfully fostered new avenues for research, joint projects, and institutional cooperation among scholars and industry experts.
Conference Highlights: Focused on Future Technologies
The conference placed a special emphasis on emerging research currents vital for India's digital transformation and self-reliance (Atmanirbhar Bharat). Key thematic areas included:
Artificial Intelligence & Agentic AI
Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking
Data Science & Real-Time Applications
Cloud Computing & Healthcare Computing
Industry 5.0 and Digital Transformation
Day 1: Vision and Expertise in Core Computing
The inaugural session set the intellectual tone with Chief Guest Dr. Surendrasingh Rathod delivering an inspiring address on "The Importance of Research in Technology-Driven Social Progress."
Subsequent expert sessions featured deep dives into modern algorithms:
Dr. P. N. Mahalle provided a detailed exposition on modern algorithms and technologies within Agentic AI.
Dr. Manoj Bramhe explained the complexities of escalating cyber threats and the importance of ethical hacking in his talk on "Cyber Security Trends in the Smart Digital Era."
Dr. P. S. Prasad discussed “Data-Driven Computing and Real-Time Applications,” demonstrating the industrial utility of cloud platforms and smart analytics.
Day 2: Industrial Application and Future Mobility
The second day focused sharply on the practical deployment of digital intelligence and emerging industrial standards:
Mr. Suryakant Kadam shared significant insights on "Industry 5.0 and AI in Banking."
Mr. Ruturaj Nikam presented his research vision in "From Voice to Knowledge: Inspiring Research in Speech Technology."
Mr. Abhishek Dhawan explained the impact of digital intelligence across various sectors in his session titled “Use of Digital Intelligence Therapeutics with Product Demonstration.”
Outcomes and Acknowledgements
The conference was a significant success, witnessing the presentation of 45 quality research papers and the active participation of over 90 attendees, including researchers, industry experts, and students from various institutions.
Special Recognition:
Sponsor: AICTE- ATAL VAANI
Publication Partner: Indian Society For Technical Education (ISTE)
The successful ex*****on was guided by BOG Chairman Shri. Moreshwar Bhalsing and the exemplary leadership of Principals Dr. S. J. Wagh (GCEK, Karad) and Capt. Dr. N. P. Sonje (GCEK, Kolhapur), alongside Deputy Director Dr. S. K. Patil.
Meticulous planning by Conveners Dr. R. B. Kulkarni and Prof. B. S. Patil, and Coordinators Dr. Priyanka Shinde and Dr. B. S. Yelure, ensured the seamless flow of the program. We thank all committee members, technical teams, and student volunteers for their enthusiastic efforts.
