* LPU hosted The Hydro Innovation – Design Thinking Workshop with PSCST, supported by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India.
Addressing the alarming depletion of global water resources, Lovely Professional University (LPU) organized The Hydro Innovation- Design Thinking Workshop, led by the State Nodal Agency Punjab State Council for Science and Technology (PSCST) and supported by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India. As part of the Environmental Education Programme, the workshop brought together distinguished scientists, researchers, academicians, and thousands of students to explore forward-thinking solutions for water conservation.
In a collective commitment to sustainability, all participants took the World Water Day Pledge, reinforcing their shared responsibility to conserve this vital resource. The workshop focused on sustainable water solutions, offering hands-on problem-solving sessions using the Design Thinking methodology to address real-world water challenges and encourage participants to develop scalable, impactful solutions. Complementing these sessions, interactive exhibitions and live demonstrations showcased innovations like advanced AI-powered purification systems, and next-generation water conservation technologies, while also featuring activities such as the creation and fabrication of drip irrigation systems using waste materials, system design for rainwater harvesting through waste, and the development of animations and images to promote water conservation on social media.
Dr. Lovi Raj Gupta, Pro Vice Chancellor of LPU, underscored the urgency of addressing water scarcity and emphasized that true sustainability begins with conscious behavioral shifts at the grassroots level. Dr. Gupta highlighted the transformative potential of young innovators in pioneering advancements such as water recycling systems, smart irrigation techniques, and AI-driven water monitoring technologies.
The event was further graced by eminent dignitaries, including Dr. Monica Gulati, Senior Dean of the School of Pharmacy at LPU; Prof. Rama Shanker Verma, Director of MNNIT Prayagraj; Dr. Sanjeev Kumar, Senior Principal Scientist of Biomedical Applications at CSIR-CSIO Chandigarh; Prof. Sushil Kansal from Panjab University; and Prof. Mukul Shukla, Head of Mechanical Engineering at MNNIT Prayagraj.
The workshop recognized and celebrated groundbreaking contributions to water sustainability, highlighting innovative approaches that address pressing global water challenges. Discussions emphasized the pivotal role of emerging technologies in redefining conservation strategies, illustrating how targeted interventions can drive large-scale environmental impact. A key takeaway from the event was the necessity of integrating engineering, policy frameworks, and research efforts to ensure sustainable and effective water management solutions for the future.
