Department of
Artificial Intelligence And Data Science
FORCE 2026
The Department of Civil Engineering organized a two-day National Level Technical Symposium, FORCE 2026, on the 27th and 28th of April 2026. The symposium featured three technical events and seven non-technical events, including Cad-A-Thon, Survey Sprint, Bridge-O-Mania, , Quiz, Snap Hunt, Roadies, Trade war, E-Sports, , and Tug of War. These events were designed exclusively around civil engineering knowledge and activities. Each year, FORCE aims to create awareness about social issues.
The theme of the event, "CLIMATRIX – Where Climate Meets Innovation," focused on promoting climate-conscious and sustainable engineering practices based on Climate Action, one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. As environmental challenges increase, it is vital to understand the importance of climate-resilient infrastructure and sustainable development. By adopting innovative and eco-friendly engineering solutions, we can contribute towards mitigating climate change and building a sustainable future.
The technical event began with an inauguration ceremony, where the Chief Guest, Er. Nitin Patil, Executive Engineer, Quality Control Department, Nashik Municipal Corporation, graced the occasion. They were accompanied by the Principal, Prof. (Dr.) K. N. Nandurkar, Head of the Department, Dr. Pradip D. Jadhao, and all the staff members of the department. The event was officially inaugurated by the Chief Guest.
The event received an overwhelming response, with over 250 students participating. The participants were enthusiastic about engaging in various competitions and workshops, which allowed them to demonstrate and enhance their technical skills and knowledge. The activities challenged the students' technical abilities, encouraging them to explore and learn more.
The technical event was a resounding success, with participants gaining valuable knowledge and experience and organizers receiving positive feedback. It provided a great platform for students to interact with industry professionals, learn new skills, and showcase their talents.
The details of various events organized under FORCE 2026 is as under:
| Sr. No | Name of Event | No. of Participants | Description of Event | Judge of Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bridge–O–Mania | 37 | This event challenged participants to demonstrate their engineering and design skills by constructing bridge models. The objective was to create a structurally sound and efficient bridge using limited resources and materials. Participants applied civil engineering principles like load distribution, stability, and material strength. | Prof. Apurv Vaidya |
| 2 | Cad-A-Thon | 21 | Participants were given a drawing object on the spot and had to reproduce it using BricsCAD software within a limited time. | Prof. Akanksha V. Pisolkar |
| 3 | Survey Sprint | 16 | Participants determined the height of a building using tacheometry and found elevations using an auto level. | Prof. Mrunal Khule |
| 4 | Quiz Competition | 37 | Participants' general knowledge was tested through multiple quiz rounds. |
Prof. Sunila S. Gadi Prof. Neha V. Sonawane |
| 5 | Snap Hunt | 08 | Participants captured videos or photographs on campus based on a given theme. | Prof. Jagruti S. Nikam |
| 6 | Free Fire | 36 | A competitive e-sports tournament showcasing strategic thinking, teamwork, and gaming skills. | Prof. Nilesh A. Ahire |
| 7 | Roadies | 81 | Participants were tested through various activities requiring physical and mental strength. | Prof. Snehal Chaudhari |
| 8 | BGMI | 04 | A virtual battleground e-sports competition focusing on strategy, coordination, and gameplay skills. | Prof. Nitin R. Gholap |
| 9 | Trade War | 04 | Participants used a virtual trading application to perform live options trading during the competition. | Prof. Apurv Vaidya |
| 10 | Tug of War | 30 | Teams competed by pulling a rope to defeat their opponents. | Dr. Sudarshan R. Vhatkar |
| Total | 274 | |||
Inauguration of FORCE2026 by Chief Guest Er. Nitin Patil, with Head of Department Dr. Pradip D. Jadhao , Senior Faculty Dr. Vilas K .Patil
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