SMVDU Civil Students Excel at IIT Guwahati

Civil Engineering students from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) made a remarkable impact at the 5th International Conference on Waste Management held at IIT Guwahati. Third-year students Rishabh Kumar and Samaira Sinha stood out for their innovative research and confident presentations that received wide appreciation.

Rishabh presented a paper on “Enhancing the Quality of Concrete by Replacing Sand in Different Percentages,” offering sustainable alternatives to traditional construction materials through partial sand replacement. His work was praised for its strong experimental backing and practical application in eco-friendly construction. Importantly,

Rishabh’s research contributes to India’s long-term vision for sustainable infrastructure and will support effective waste management in the mission of Developed India @2047. Samaira’s paper, “Sludge Management in Microplastics,” explored effective treatment methods to reduce microplastic contamination in sewage sludge. Her detailed analysis and problem-solving approach toward an emerging environmental threat demonstrated great technical maturity and awareness. Both students showcased strong research aptitude and communication skills, reflecting the academic strength of SMVDU. Their papers were co-authored by final-year students Rohit Kumar, Shaswat Singh, Abhijeet Gupta, and Bhagyapdeep Sahu, and were selected for publication in a reputed journal. Additionally, Durgesh Kumar of second year presented a paper on “Eco-Friendly Bricks Constructed from Waste Material,” co-authored by Shresth Gupta, Subham, Aniket, Saloni, and Amit, highlighting the potential of waste-based construction materials. All three papers were guided by Dr. Vaibhav Sapkal, whose mentorship was gratefully acknowledged by the students. Dr. Sapkal and Dr. V.K. Dogra, Head of the Civil Engineering Department, expressed pride in the team’s success and called it a moment of happiness and achievement for SMVDU. He applauded the students for bringing national recognition to the department and showcasing the university’s strength in forward-thinking, sustainable engineering research.