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Prof Suman Chakraborty appointed director of IIT Kharagpur
Professor Suman Chakravorty has been appointed the director of IIT Kharagpur for a period of five years. He will take over from the current acting director, Prof Amit Patra, also the director of IIT-Bhu, who assumed additional charge at the end of last year, following the retirement of Prof VK Tewari, the earlier director. Prof. Chakraborty, the Institute Chair Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Kharagpur, has recently been honoured with the 2026 TWAS Award in Engineering and Computer Sciences by UNESCO and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS), a testimony to his contributions to micro and nanoscale flows, which have led to transformative innovations in diagnostic technologies, improving rural healthcare access and enhancing livelihoods for marginalised communities. During his nearly 23-year-old long stint in IIT Kharagpur, Prof Chakraborty has been the recipient of several awards including the National Award for Teachers (2023), the Infosys Prize in the Category of Engineering and Computer Science, Infosys Science Foundation (2022) and the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for Science and Technology, considered the highest scientific award in India. He is widely considered to be one of the leading researchers in the country, and an innovator known for his contribution to revolutionising healthcare. Chakraborty completed his undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering from Jadavpur University and the Masters of Engineering programme from IISc Bangalore. He joined Jadavpur University as a lecturer and then got his PhD from IISC in 2002. He joined IIT Kharagpur in August 2002 as an assistant professor in the department of mechanical engineering Live Events Since then, he has held several positions at IIT Kharagpur including Head, School of Medical Science & Technology; Associate Dean, Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy, and Dean, Research and Development/ Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy. His current areas of research include Microfluidics, nanofluidics and affordable medical devices for community healthcare. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Hans India
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Ravi Kumar Toleti Unveils Grand Origami Masterpiece of Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy with Over 40,500 Folds
Hyderabad: In a remarkable celebration of devotion and craftsmanship, Guinness World Records holder Ravi Kumar Toleti unveiled a spectacular origami portrait of Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy, composed of more than 40,500 intricate folds, at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Tirumalagiri on Monday. The colossal artwork, measuring 7.5 feet by 12 feet, took four years to complete and is considered one of the most elaborate origami creations of its kind. Crafted entirely by hand, the piece was created using an origami modular folding technique, with each unit formed from 15 precise folds. These units were assembled across nearly 40 paper-card segments, ranging in size from 2' x 2' to 4' x 2', and then meticulously colored to reflect the divine details of the deity. The unveiling event was presided over by K Lalithkala Saseendran, Incharge Principal of PM KV Tirumalagiri, who lauded Toleti's dedication and described his hands as 'magical' and his work as 'inspirational.' She praised his long-standing service to education and the arts, highlighting the deep impact of his origami artistry on students and the wider community. Speaking at the event, Toleti shared that the vision for this masterpiece began as early as 2002, but the actual work began in 2021. 'Every fold is a tribute to Lord Venkateswara,' he said. 'It's my ultimate dream to see this portrait installed in the holy shrine at Tirumala.' The finished artwork is set to be framed in teak wood and glass for preservation and display. The piece exemplifies the evolution of origami from a traditional craft into a powerful medium for religious, educational, and artistic expression. Toleti, a teacher at Kendriya Vidyalaya and an origami practitioner since 1988, has previously earned a Guinness World Record for the largest display of origami peacocks. His efforts to integrate origami into education include a YouTube channel, Mathematics through Origami, which helps students grasp complex concepts through paper folding. Over the years, he has received numerous accolades, including the National Award for Teachers (2005), NCERT Innovations Award, and KVS National Innovation Awards, cementing his role as a leading figure in both education and origami art in India.
