Significant Achievements to Commence 2023
We are pleased to announce that Sarvajanik University's Institute of Design Planning & Technology (IDPT-SCET) has achieved outstanding success at the national-level National Organization of Students of Planning (NOSPlan) convention. NOSPlan serves as a key association for Urban Planning students in India, aiming to enhance Urban Planning education standards through innovation and discussions.
The 25th silver jubilee annual NOSPlan convention, themed "Samarasya," took place from December 29th to 31st, 2023, hosted by the Guru Ramdas School of Planning at Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar, Punjab. The event brought together approximately 700 students from 28 planning schools nationwide, and IDPT-SCET secured remarkable honors across multiple domains, winning the 2nd Position in Overall Planning Trophies and 2nd Position in Overall Publication Trophies.
Planning Category:
1) Second Position in Map it Out “Advitiye” – Developed an innovative app/web interface (“m-app”) reflecting integrated land use-transportation features and real-time tracking of travel costs and carbon emissions.
2) Third Position in Current Practices “Tanyak” – Presented a comprehensive mitigation plan for urban flooding through creek restoration in Surat city to promote eco-centric spatial planning.
3) Third Position in Potential Planning “Shunya” – Proposed zero-carbon mobility models for the Dream City area to minimize carbon emissions for ecological benefit.
4) Third Position in Live Quiz “Gyan” – Intense quiz covering current and futuristic issues related to urban planning.
Publication Category:
5) First Position in Short Film “Parhdah” – Presented the short film “City-lines,” depicting a rural newcomer's struggle with urban challenges like affordable housing and transport, emphasizing inclusive city-building.
6) First Position in Photography “Chhavi” – Captured compelling campus life and ecology at GNDU, Amritsar, highlighting balance and harmony.
7) Third Position in Academic Work Display “Prastuti” – Exhibited sheet pin-up city monographs of Daman, Bardoli, and Goa.
The Office of the Principal at IDPT-SCET, along with all academic staff and administration, takes great pride in the accomplishments of our students. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to those who participated and wish them every success in their future endeavors.
