Mysuru: L&T Technology Services (LTTS) and National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysuru, will be presenting the third edition of Illuminate, a unique public lecture series that has become a defining platform for celebrating innovation and engineering excellence in India, at Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) Convocation Hall, Muktagangothri, on Feb. 8.

Announcing this at a press meet held at Pathrakartara Bhavan in city this morning, NIE Training and Placement Officer Harshith Diwakar said that prior to the formal inauguration at 10.30 am, project demonstration will start from 9 am onwards.

With a focus on showcasing India as a global hub for innovation and engineering, this lecture series aims to carve out Mysuru’s reputation as the ‘Engineering Capital’ of India — a city that thrives on cultivating talent and fostering the next generation of innovators.

The third edition of Illuminate stands as a tribute to the extraordinary engineering endeavours that have reshaped our world. More than just a platform to discuss technical insights, the event aims to bridge the gap between the engineering industry and the general public, fostering an appreciation for the profound impact of technology and innovation on society.

Illuminate 3.0 boasts an exciting lineup of distinguished speakers who have shaped modern engineering landscapes:

• Gayatri Chauhan, Founder and CEO of BuzzOnEarth, a champion of sustainable                   innovation.

• Srikanth Nadhamuni, Founder and CTO of Aadhaar, a visionary leader behind India’s revolutionary biometric identification system.

These speakers bring rich, diverse perspectives, from cutting-edge sustainability practices to transformational digital initiatives. Their expertise mirrors India’s aspirations to lead the world as both an innovation powerhouse and a catalyst for practical solutions to global challenges.

This event promises to appeal to anyone passionate about engineering and lovers of science.

The event will also host an audience of engineers, policy-makers, academicians, students, journalists and business leaders, creating an invaluable intersection for dialogue and discovery.

L&T Marketing Head Aniruddha Basu, LTTS Delivery Head – Digital Healthcare, Medical Devices and Life Sciences B.R. Chandrashekaraiah, NIE Physics Associate Professor Dr. M.V. Deepa Urs and NIE PRO S.R. Gaekwad were present at the press meet.