Conference Schedule

ManufexLearn 2025 Schedule

Two days packed with thought-provoking sessions, industry interactions, student showcases, and networking opportunities designed to advance manufacturing education.

November 15, 2025

Thought sharing sessions, panel discussions, industry interactions, Manufacturing Innovation Show 2025 and project exhibitions

Venue

IIT Delhi, LHC

Lecture Hall Complex, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

Day 1: Shaping the Future of Manufacturing Education

November 15, 2025

Inauguration & Welcome Address

09:00 - 09:45(45 mins)

About ManufexLearn and the need for change in Manufacturing Learning

Prof. Sunil Jha, IIT Delhi & Prof. Rangan Banerjee, Director IITD

In the Era of AI, How to Prepare Students for Manufacturing Learning?

09:45 - 10:30(45 mins)

Exploring AI integration in manufacturing education

Prof. Suhas S Joshi, Director IIT Indore

Modernizing Manufacturing Infrastructure to Create Learning Factories

10:30 - 11:15(45 mins)

Strategies for upgrading manufacturing education infrastructure

Prof. Sunil Jha, IIT Delhi

Panel Discussion: Bridging the Academia-Industry Gap in Manufacturing Education

11:30 - 12:15(45 mins)

Industry leaders and academic experts discuss collaboration strategies

Moderated by Mr. Anup Wadhwa, Director, Automation Industry Association

From Campus to Cutting Edge: Journey to Manufacturing Excellence and the Future of Learning

12:15 - 13:00(45 mins)

Mr. Vijay Kalra, Former ED & CEO MVML and Chief of Mfg. Operations-AD, Mahindra Group

Mr. Vijay Kalra, Former ED & CEO MVML and Chief of Mfg. Operations-AD, Mahindra Group

Lunch Break

13:00 - 14:00(60 mins)

Networking lunch and refreshments

Visit to Makerspace & Central Manufacturing Facility, IITD

14:00 - 14:45(45 mins)

Guided tour of IIT Delhi's state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities

Panel Discussion: Experience to Expectations in Manufacturing Learning

14:45 - 15:30(45 mins)

Students from various disciplines share their perspectives on manufacturing education

Moderated by Prof. Lakshmi Narayan Ramasubramanian, IIT Delhi

Key Takeaways & Interactive Session with the Delegates

15:45 - 16:30(45 mins)

Interactive session on curriculum development and emerging technologies integration in Central Workshop

Prof. Sunil Jha, IIT Delhi

Closing Remarks & Awards for Manufacturing Champions

16:30 - 17:15(45 mins)

Recognition ceremony for Manufacturing Champions

Important Information

For Attendees

  • Registration confirmation required for entry
  • Conference materials will be provided on-site
  • Lunch and refreshments included in registration
  • Networking opportunities throughout both days

For Volunteers

  • Pre-conference briefing session required
  • Available for both days of the conference
  • Special volunteer recognition ceremony
  • Direct interaction with speakers and organizers