Poornima University, IIT Delhi collaborate for state-Level virtual labs workshop

Jaipur: Poornima University recently hosted a state-level workshop focused on Virtual Labs in collaboration with IIT Delhi, aiming to expand digital access in technical education. Supported by the Ministry of Education under the National Mission on Education through ICT (NMEICT), the event brought together educators, technologists, and students to explore virtual experimentation as a solution to limited lab access.

The workshop featured a technical team from IIT Delhi, including Chandan Kumar, Shani Kumar, and Shivam Yadav, who led interactive sessions on the implementation and academic potential of Virtual Labs. Participants engaged in simulations across various disciplines, experiencing first-hand how virtual environments can offer hands-on learning without the need for physical lab infrastructure.

Dr. Devendra Somvanshi, Registrar of Poornima University, praised the collaboration, highlighting its value in making quality lab experiences more accessible through digital platforms. The keynote address was delivered by Mohammad Firdos Sheikh, the Nodal Center Convener for the State-Level Workshop. He emphasized the growing importance of cybersecurity and suggested integrating cybersecurity labs into the Virtual Labs framework to further enhance the platform’s relevance in current educational needs.

Dr. Shikha Sharma, Head of Dept, concluded the event with a vote of thanks, recognizing the contributions of all involved. The IIT Delhi team presented an Appreciation certificate to Firdos Sheikh for his active role as Nodal Center Coordinator. Certificates were also awarded to all participants by Poornima University and IIT Delhi.

The event underscored the transformative potential of digital tools in education, particularly in making experimental learning more inclusive and accessible to institutions with limited resources.