Prof. Madhav Rao Of IIIT-B Honoured With Prof. Satish Dhawan Young Engineers Award In Field Of Engineering Sciences For 2023

Prof. Madhav Rao, Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) has been conferred with the esteemed Prof. Satish Dhawan Young Engineers State Award in the field of Engineering Sciences for the year 2023. This prestigious award, instituted by the Government of Karnataka, recognizes outstanding contributions in the field of Engineering Sciences.

The honour was bestowed upon Prof. Madhav Rao by Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri Siddaramaiah, at a ceremony held at J.N. Tata Auditorium, Indian Institute of Science Campus, Bengaluru on September 26, 2024. Distinguished guests, including Prof. C.N.R. Rao, Bharat Ratna, Shri N. S. Boseraju, Hon'ble Minister for Minor Irrigation, Science and Technology, Government of Karnataka, and Dr. Ekroop Caur (IAS), Secretary, Department of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology, and Science & Technology (E, IT, BT and S&T), Government of Karnataka, graced the occasion.

"Prof. Madhav Rao’s recognition with the Prof. Satish Dhawan Young Engineers Award 2023 is a proud moment for IIIT-Bangalore. His innovative research, teaching and dedication to advancing the field of Electronics and Communication Engineering reflect the high academic standards we strive for. This recognition not only honors his individual accomplishments but also highlights the impactful works happening at our institute of his projects," said Prof. Debabrata Das, Director, IIIT-Bangalore.

" I am deeply humbled and honored to receive this prestigious award. I would like to thank our students, Director, Deans, my ever-inspiring faculty colleagues, staff, and the entire IIIT-Bangalore community for their unwavering support, which has allowed me to grow in the field of Engineering Science. My heartfelt thanks to my collaborators and funding agencies for believing in me and my students' ideas, and for their constant encouragement. Receiving Prof. Satish Dhawan State Award for Young Engineers is a tremendous motivation to continue my research pursuits in the broad area of Electronics and to further serve the student community across state of Karnataka.” said Prof. Madhav Rao.

The Prof. Satish Dhawan Young Engineers Award is given annually to engineers below 50 years of age who have made significant contributions to Engineering Sciences. This award is a testament to Prof. Madhav Rao's dedication to his field and his commitment to advancing engineering education.

About the Prof. Satish Dhawan Young Engineers State Award

The Prof. Satish Dhawan Young Engineers State Award is an annual recognition of outstanding contributions to Engineering Sciences ¹. Instituted by the Government of Karnataka, this award honors engineers below 50 years of age who have made significant impacts in their field.

About IIIT-Bangalore 

IIIT-Bangalore is a premier institute dedicated to undergraduate and postgraduate programs specializing in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI), IT for Society, and broader fields of IT and research. Situated in the heart of Electronic City, Bengalru, it holds a prominent position in the academic landscape. IIIT-Bangalore is graded A+ by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). IIIT-Bangalore secured the 74th position in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rankings for the second consecutive year, 2024 reflecting its commitment to academic excellence. The institute was ranked number 9 among India's Best Technical Universities (Private) by India Today. IIIT-Bangalore contains state-of-the-art infrastructure, eminently qualified faculty, a vibrant alumni community, cutting-edge research facilities, and close industry collaborations.

The institute’s specially designed courses make the students’ cognizant of the current technologies. Experiential learning and practices followed in the institute equip them with the tools and knowledge to solve contemporary real problems. IIIT-Bangalore has consistently achieved excellent placement records every year since its establishment in 1998, thanks to the unwavering support of the industry and the expanding pool of highly skilled alumni.

For more information about IIIT-Bangalore, visit www.iiitb.ac.in