IIT Madras Gears Up for the 25th Annual Shaastra Tech Fest, Check Details Here

IIT Madras is gearing up to host the 25th edition of Shaastra, India's biggest student-led techno-entertainment fest, running from January 3 to 7, 2024. With a lineup of 110 events, the fest promises an exhilarating experience. Get details here 

Annual Shaastra Tech Fest 2024: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras students will be hosting the 25th edition of Shaastra, annual techno-entertainment festival in India. Scheduled from January 3 to 7, 2023, the event will feature various cutting-edge technology events focusing on cybersecurity, AI, ML, robotics, and more. In its Silver Jubilee edition, Shaastra will center around the theme 'Spokes of Time,' showcasing the technological evolution through the ages. 

Expecting a daily footfall of nearly 2,000, the festival has organized an impressive lineup of 110 events. The flagship lecture series of Shaastra will feature 12 distinguished speakers, including luminaries like Shri Ram Nath Kovind, Former President of India, Thiru. Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, Hon’ble Minister of IT and Digital Services, Government of Tamil Nadu, and Dr. Kiran Bedi, IPS, Former Lieutenant-Governor of Puducherry.

Addressing a Press Conference on the campus, Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said, “Innovation is prime to see a super power Bharat @ 2047. These technical festivals provide a unique platform for the young innovators to meet, share and compete resulting in a very detailed valuation of their innovations.”

Major Events at IIT Madras Shaastra 2024

• Ethical Tech Summit
• Encryptcon
• Lecture Series
• Techno Night at Shaastra
• Shaastra's lineup will also include a laser show by Laser Show India, promising a visually stunning and unforgettable experience

On the first day, Dr. V. Adimurthy, ISRO Honorary Distinguished Professor and Padma Shri Awardee, will headline, accompanied by a captivating session featuring Mr. Punith Nanda Kumar, Paralympic Swimmer. On the final day, day 5 will wrap up with presentations by Dr. Sanghamitra Bandyopadhyay, Computer Scientist and Padma Shri Awardee, and Mr. R. G. Chandramogan, the Founder of Hatsun Agro. 

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