Workshop on ‘Fracture & Fatigue Study’ concludes at NIT Srinagar

Participants in valedictory function of the workshop at NIT Srinagar.
Participants in valedictory function of the workshop at NIT Srinagar.

Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Apr 26: A weeklong workshop on ‘Fracture and Fatigue Study Using Experimental and Numerical Modelling Techniques,’ under the Karyashala Scheme concluded at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar.
The workshop, held from 19th to 25th April, 2024, was aimed to enhance participants’ understanding of fracture and fatigue phenomena in materials.
Students from various parts of India participated in the workshop, which featured lectures delivered by faculties from renowned institutions such as IITs and NITs. The workshop also included hands-on laboratory sessions to provide participants with practical experience. The valediction ceremony, held today, marked the conclusion of the workshop.
Prof A Ravinder Nath, Director NIT Srinagar was the chief patron of the organizing committee.
Prof (HAG) G A Harmain, Dean Faculty Welfare, Prof (HAG) M F Wani, Prof Atikur Rahman, Registrar NIT Srinagar were the patrons and Prof Adnan Qayoum was the chairman of the organizing committee.
The event was presided over by Prof G A Harmain, Dean Faculty Welfare, who graced the ceremony as the chief guest.
In his message, Prof Harmain, who has also worked extensively in the area of fracture and fatigue, commended the coordinators for their efforts in organizing a highly informative and engaging workshop.
Prof Adnan Qayoum, HOD Mechanical Engineering, emphasized the workshop’s importance in fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Prof A Ravinder Nath, Director of NIT Srinagar, underscored the institute’s commitment to promoting excellence in engineering education and research.
Registrar NIT Srinagar, Prof Atikur Rahman highlighted the workshop’s significance in advancing research and education in the field of fracture and fatigue.
Certificates were distributed to participants in recognition of their active participation and engagement.
The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr Ved Prakash Sharma, Workshop Coordinator.