SRM INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY- RAMAPURAM

Faculty of Science and Humanities

EVENT TITLE: TECBLAZE – 2K26 (One Day International Technical symposium)

DATE: 19.02.2026

TIME: 09.00 AM to 04.00 PM

EVENT CONVENER

Dr. R. Agusthiyar, HoD, PG department of Computer Applications

EVENT COORDINATORS

Mrs. M. Divya, Assistant Professor, PG department of Computer Applications

Dr. M. Sakthi Asvini, Assistant Professor, PG department of Computer Applications

RESOURCE PERSON

Giridharan Raju, Solidpro Engineering Support Private Limited, Chennai.

Pavithiran Aravindan, MCA, Lead – Web Analytics and Tagging at AstraZeneca, Chennai.

 

SUMMARY OF THE EVENT

TECBLAZE – 2026    

The TECBLAZE – 2026 One Day International Technical symposium for college students was conducted The PG Department of Computer Applications, Faculty of Science and Humanities, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, successfully organized TECBLAZE-2K26, a One Day International Technical Symposium, on 19 February 2026 at the TRP Auditorium.

With the enthusiastic participation of 280 UG & PG students from 45 colleges, the symposium emerged as a vibrant platform fostering innovation, technical excellence, and collaborative learning.

Inaugural Session

The programme commenced with a formal inaugural ceremony.

 

Welcome Address

The Head of the department Dr. R. Agusthiyar, warmly welcomed the dignitaries, industry experts, faculty members, and student participants, emphasizing the importance of technical symposia in bridging academia and industry.

 

About the tecblaze

Mrs.M.Divya, Assistant Professor, explained that the symposium was organized to provide a platform for students to showcase their talents, enhance their technical skills, and stay updated with current industry trends. The various events such as workshops, coding competitions, project presentations, data analytics, web design, quiz competitions, and digital imaging were briefly introduced by her.

 

Felicitation Address

The felicitation address was delivered by Dr. J. Dhilipan, Vice Principal (Administration), who spoke about the perseverance and growth of MCA department, and also shared the memory about the first year of inauguration of Tecblaze.

 

Presidential Address

The presidential address was delivered by Dr. N.Pughazendi, Vice Principal (Academics). He delivered an inspiring speech about the significance of this events and shared his experience to motivate the students.

 

Inaugural Address:

The chief guest delivered an inspiring inaugural address, motivating students to embrace innovation, continuous learning, and adaptability in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

 

Expert Sessions – Industry Connect

A major highlight of the programme was a series of expert-led sessions conducted by specialists from:

  • Object Automation Systems Pvt Ltd
  • Greatify

These sessions provided valuable industry insights and hands-on exposure to emerging domains. The interactions significantly enhanced participants’ technical competence while nurturing creativity, collaboration, and career readiness.

 

Technical Events

Students competed in a wide array of thoughtfully curated events, including:

  • Web Design
  • Thesis Thunder
  • CodeZen
  • Project Contest
  • Info Graphics
  • Digital Imaging (Online)
  • Data Analytics
  • Game Engine (Online)
  • Quizzeria
  • Connix

From decoding complex datasets to designing immersive digital solutions, participants demonstrated remarkable analytical thinking, teamwork, innovation, and problem-solving skills.

 

Prize Distribution Ceremony

The event concluded with a grand Prize Distribution Ceremony recognizing outstanding performances across all categories.

SRM Valliammai Engineering College emerged as the Overall Champions, securing the coveted trophy for their exceptional performance across multiple events. The winners were applauded for their dedication, technical brilliance, and competitive spirit.

 

Valedictory Session

TECBLAZE – 2026 stood as a testament to SRMIST’s unwavering commitment to fostering innovation, strengthening industry-academia collaboration, and empowering students to excel in the evolving technological landscape.

Dr. S. Thirumagan, Dean, Faculty of Science and Humanities, distributed the prizes to winners, and  congratulated the overall champions, and motivated all participants to continue enhancing their skills and pursue professional excellence.

Vote of Thanks

The vote of thanks was delivered  by Dr.M.Sakthi asvini , Assistant Professor,The programme concluded with a heartfelt Vote of Thanks, expressing sincere gratitude to the management, chief guests, industry partners, faculty coordinators, organizing committee members, student volunteers, and enthusiastic participants whose collective efforts made TECBLAZE-2K26 a grand success.

OUTCOMES OF THE PROGRAM: (Based on SDG and Feedback)

 

SDG 4: Quality Education

The TECBLAZE – 2026 advanced SDG 4 by creating a dynamic learning platform that connected students with industry leaders, academicians, and innovators, promoting inclusive and equitable quality education while strengthening lifelong learning pathways.

The event empowered participants through:

  • Expert sessions on emerging technologies and future career pathways
  • Industry-academia knowledge exchange promoting practical learning
  • Interactive discussions encouraging critical thinking and innovation mindset
  • Exposure to real-world applications of AI, Cloud, and Digital Transformation

Enhanced academic aspiration, career clarity, and increased motivation toward continuous skill development.

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SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

The TECBLAZE – 2026 supported SDG 8 by fostering career readiness, entrepreneurship awareness, and employability skills aligned with evolving industry demands.

The event promoted economic growth through:

  • Guidance on future-ready skills for Industry 4.0
  • Insights into entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems
  • Awareness of high-growth sectors including AI, Cloud Computing, and Data Science
  • Encouragement of innovation-driven career pathways

Participants gained clarity on emerging job markets, strengthening their preparedness for sustainable employment and economic contribution.

 

SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

The TECBLAZE – 2026 significantly contributed to SDG 9 by promoting innovation culture and strengthening the bridge between education and industry.

Innovation Catalysts Identified:

  • Direct interaction with industry experts on emerging technologies
  • Awareness of digital infrastructure and technology-driven transformation
  • Motivation toward STEM excellence and research-oriented careers
  • Encouragement of problem-solving and technology-based innovation

Strengthened innovation readiness and inspired participants to contribute to technology-driven development.

 

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

The TECBLAZE – 2026 aligned with SDG 11 by highlighting the role of entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology in building inclusive, resilient, and sustainable communities.

Sustainability Enablers:

  • Promotion of responsible innovation for societal development
  • Encouragement of youth entrepreneurship for community upliftment
  • Discussions on technology solutions for smart and sustainable cities
  • Awareness of inclusive growth through education and digital access

Participants recognized their role as future leaders in creating sustainable urban ecosystems and resilient communities.