Industrial Visit to CSIR–Central Road Research Institute (CRRI), New Delhi

Event Type: Industrial Visit / Educational Exposure Program

Event Date and year - 17th October 2025

Event brief description - An industrial visit to the CSIR–Central Road Research Institute (CRRI), New Delhi, was organized by Galgotias Polytechnic on 17 October 2025 for Civil Engineering students to enhance their practical understanding of road and transportation engineering. The session began with a CRRI introductory film presented by the Head, Information Liaison and Training (ILT) Division, followed by an overview by Dr. Kayitha Ravinder, Chief Scientist and Head, ILT Division, and Mr. Subodh Kumar, Senior Principal Scientist. Students gained exposure to bridge engineering, pavement evaluation, geotechnical and geogrid applications, and sustainable road construction using waste materials.

Expert demonstrations were given by Mr. V.K. Kanaujia and Mr. Pankaj Bhatt (Geotechnical Engineering Division), Mr. Manoj Kumar Singh (Rigid Pavement Division), Dr. Ashish Walia (Flexible Pavement Division), and Dr. Sampath Kumar Pasupunuri (Pavement Evaluation Division). A highlight was the Virtual Reality Car Driving Simulator session by Dr. Vinod Karar, Head PME & Chief Scientist, who informed that this simulator is used for final testing of the Prime Minister’s official drivers. The visit was coordinated by Ms. Kamla Masih, Mr. Vijay Kaushal, and Mr. A.C. Prajapati, ensuring smooth execution and an enriching learning experience.

Event Detailed Description- The Department of Civil Engineering, Galgotias Polytechnic, organized an industrial visit to the CSIR–Central Road Research Institute (CRRI), New Delhi, on 17 October 2025. The visit aimed to provide students with practical insights into advanced techniques in road, bridge, and transportation engineering.

The session commenced with a welcome and introductory film by the Head, ILT & Team, followed by an address from Dr. Kayitha Ravinder, Chief Scientist and Head of the Information Liaison and Training (ILT) Division. He provided an overview of CRRI’s pioneering role in research related to road safety, pavement materials, transportation planning, and environmental engineering. Mr. Subodh Kumar, Senior Principal Scientist, and Ms. Kamla Masih, Senior Technical Officer, elaborated on CRRI’s research collaborations and outreach initiatives.

Students attended specialized technical sessions led by domain experts. Mr. V.K. Kanaujia and Mr. Pankaj Bhatt from the Geotechnical Engineering Division explained the testing of soil properties and the application of geogrids in road construction. Mr. Manoj Kumar Singh from the Rigid Pavement Division and Dr. Ashish Walia from the Flexible Pavement Division demonstrated pavement material testing, while Dr. Sampath Kumar Pasupunuri, Principal Scientist, discussed advanced pavement evaluation techniques and performance monitoring.

The most captivating segment was the Virtual Reality Car Driving Simulation presented by Dr. Vinod Karar, Head of PME and Chief Scientist. Students experienced a highly realistic driving simulation used for studying vehicle dynamics and road safety. Dr. Karar shared that this simulator is also employed for the final evaluation of the Prime Minister’s official drivers, underscoring the precision and technological excellence of CRRI’s facilities.

The visit was effectively coordinated by Mr. Subodh Kumar, Ms. Kamla Masih, Mr. Vijay Kaushal, and Mr. A.C. Prajapati, who ensured a seamless and informative experience. The visit concluded with a lab tour of the Geotechnical, Pavement Material, and Structural Engineering Divisions, where students interacted with scientists and observed live testing demonstrations.

Overall, the visit provided students with valuable exposure to real-world applications of civil engineering principles and fostered awareness of sustainable infrastructure practices.

Department Name – Diploma in Civil Engineering

Event Outcome – 

• Students gained hands-on exposure to modern road construction, pavement evaluation, and geotechnical practices.
• The Virtual Reality Car Driving Simulator experience enhanced understanding of road safety and driving analysis.
• Interaction with CRRI scientists and experts deepened students’ technical and research knowledge.
• The visit promoted awareness of sustainable engineering practices using waste materials in road construction.

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