CHANDIGARH — The Career Development and Guidance Centre (CDGC) at Punjab Engineering College (PEC) successfully concluded its flagship annual event, OPEN HOUSE 2026, on May 6, 2026. Since its inception in 2010, the event has served as a premier platform for school students across the tricity to explore the world of science, technology, and innovation.
Fostering Innovation and Curiosity
The 17th edition saw school students participating in immersive campus tours, where they visited advanced research centers and cutting-edge laboratories.
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Scientific Temperament: Prof. J.D. Sharma, Head of CDGC, highlighted the event’s role in nurturing a research-oriented mindset.
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Historic Legacy: Prof. Rajesh Kumar Bhatia, Director of PEC, reflected on the institute’s storied past, including its contributions to aerospace engineering during the 1965 war and its modern leadership in the semiconductor domain.
Project Showcase: AI and Healthcare Innovation
A central highlight was the exhibition of interdisciplinary projects developed by PEC students, showcasing practical solutions to real-world problems.
Top Award Winner:
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Project: Smart AI-Based Accident Detection and Emergency Alert System
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Recognition: The team was awarded a ₹20,000 cash prize, while the faculty coordinators received ₹10,000.
Other Notable Projects:
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LIVARA: A human-centered hygiene assistance device.
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Medical Innovation: Magnesium-based implants for medicine delivery and portable respiratory health monitors.
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Robotics & Tech: A remote-controlled 6-wheel metal detection rover and Kisan Mitra AI for agricultural support.
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Sustainable Engineering: “Buoyancé,” a concrete canoe exploring buoyancy concepts.
Empowering Future Careers
The event provided students with firsthand exposure to diverse domains such as Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Sustainable Engineering. By bridging the gap between school-level science and professional engineering, OPEN HOUSE 2026 continues to guide young learners toward high-impact careers in India’s evolving technology landscape.
