ATAL FDP Sandip Institute Nashik: AI-Driven Disaster Management

The ATAL FDP at Sandip Institute Nashik (SITRC) is an AICTE-sponsored, six-day offline Faculty Development Programme titled “AI-Driven Disaster Management: Integrating STEM, GIS & IoT for Prediction, Mapping and Early Warning Systems”. Organized by the Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, this FDP aims to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge of emerging technologies to develop intelligent, data-driven solutions for disaster prediction, risk assessment, hazard mapping, and early warning systems.

Programme Highlights

Feature	Details
Programme Name	AI-Driven Disaster Management: Integrating STEM, GIS & IoT for Prediction, Mapping and Early Warning Systems
Organising Body	Department of E&TC Engineering, Sandip Institute of Technology & Research Centre (SITRC), Nashik
Sponsor	AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy
Duration	Six Days (07 September to 12 September 2026)
Location	Mahiravani, Trimbak Road, Nashik – 422213, Maharashtra, India

About the Programme & Objectives

Modern disaster management relies heavily on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Internet of Things (IoT), and Remote Sensing. This FDP combines expert lectures, hands-on lab sessions, and an industrial visit to enable participants to understand both theoretical concepts and their practical implementation. The programme aligns with the goals of Smart Cities, Digital India, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by promoting sustainable and resilient disaster management solutions.

The host institution, Sandip Institute of Technology & Research Centre (SITRC), was established in 2008 and is a premier engineering institution affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). Accredited by NAAC and NBA for eligible programs, SITRC boasts state-of-the-art laboratories and active industry partnerships. The Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering strongly promotes a “Project to Product” philosophy, encouraging innovation, interdisciplinary research, and a startup culture.

Eligibility & Registration

• Target Audience: Open to Faculty Members of Engineering and Science Institutions, Research Scholars, Ph.D. Scholars, Industry Professionals, Scientists, and Government Officials working in Disaster Management, GIS, AI, and IoT domains.
• Registration Fee: There are no registration fees to attend this FDP.

Core Themes & Daily Schedule

The FDP emphasizes real-world applications and interdisciplinary learning.

• Day 1 (07/09/2026): Introduction to AI & Disaster Management (Dr. Manesh Kokare) and Basics of AI Techniques (Mr. Hanumantharao Bandari), followed by Python basics hands-on (Mr. Sagar Vaishnav).
• Day 2 (08/09/2026): AI/ML Models for Disaster Prediction (Dr. Shashikant Patil) and Advanced ML for Hazard Forecasting (Mr. Tushar Kute), including building a flood/earthquake prediction model in the lab.
• Day 3 (09/09/2026): Introduction to GIS (Dr. Vidya Chitre) and AI-Driven GIS Applications (Mr. Vikas Kumar Maurya), focusing on building a SAR data model in hands-on sessions.
• Day 4 (10/09/2026): IoT Fundamentals (Mr. Ganesh Attarde) and Integrating IoT with AI (Mr. Ashish Bhopale), followed by IoT sensor data processing labs.
• Day 5 (11/09/2026): Morning session on Research Methodology/NEP 2020 Implementation (Dr. G. M. Phade), followed by an Industrial Visit to the GMRT observatory in Narayangaon (10:30 AM – 5:30 PM).
• Day 6 (12/09/2026): AI-Driven Early Warning Systems (Dr. Harikrishnan R), followed by group presentations, an MCQ test, and the Valedictory Session.

Eminent Resource Persons

Technical sessions and practical training will be conducted by experts from academia and industry:

• Dr. Manesh Kokare (Director, SGGSIE&T, Nanded).
• Dr. Shashikant Patil (Director and professor, Atlas SkillTech University, Mumbai).
• Dr. Vidya Chitre (Professor, Vidyalankar Institute of Technology, Mumbai).
• Dr. Harikrishnan R (Professor, Symbiosis International Deemed University, Pune).
• Mr. Hanumantharao Bandari (Senior Scientist, GMRT observatory, Narayangaon).
• Mr. Ganesh Attarde (CEO, GB Softonics Solutions, Pune).
• Mr. Tushar Kute (Sr. Scientist, MITU Research, Pune).
• Mr. Vikas Kumar Maurya (RS and GIS consultant, VCTI Software Pvt. Ltd, Bengaluru).
• Mr. Ashish Bhopale (Sr. Engineer, Micro Embedded System, Pune).
• Mr. Sagar Vaishnav (Community Manager, Google Developer Community, Nashik).

Important Dates

Event	Date
Programme Start Date	07 September 2026
Programme End Date	12 September 2026

Important Links

Resource	Links
Apply Online	Click Here
Download FDP Brochure	Download
Download FDP Schedule	Download

Contact Details

• Coordinator: Dr. Gayatri. M. Phade (Professor & HOD E&TC, SITRC, Nashik) | Mobile: 9545453202.
• Co-Coordinator: Dr. Sushant J. Pawar (Assistant Professor, SITRC, Nashik) | Mobile: 9766077909.
• Official Address: Sandip Institute of Technology & Research Centre (SITRC), Mahiravani, Trimbak Road, Nashik – 422213, Maharashtra, India.

FAQs

What is the core focus of the ATAL FDP at Sandip Institute Nashik?
The program focuses on integrating STEM education with advanced technologies like AI, ML, GIS, IoT, and Remote Sensing to develop intelligent, data-driven solutions for predicting and managing disasters.

Are participants required to pay a registration fee?
No, there are no registration fees for attending this FDP.

Who is eligible to participate in this training program?
Faculty members from engineering and science institutions, research scholars, Ph.D. scholars, industry professionals, scientists, and government officials working in Disaster Management, GIS, AI, and IoT domains are eligible to apply.

Does the program include practical laboratory sessions?
Yes, the FDP features daily hands-on laboratory sessions focusing on Python, building prediction models, processing SAR data, and IoT simulations, along with an industrial visit to the GMRT observatory on Day 5.