The Department of Students’ Development, University of Mumbai, conducted a Summer Workshop for the 20th Aavishkar: Inter-Collegiate/Institute/Department Research Convention 2025–26 on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
The workshop featured engaging sessions led by renowned experts—Dr. Minakshi Gurav, Dr. Sunita Shailajan, and Dr. Roopa Rao. A total of 65 students and faculty members from various institutions participated. They were grouped and challenged to develop and present innovative research ideas. The experts offered valuable feedback, commending the participants’ creativity and suggesting ways to better align their ideas with the Aavishkar initiative’s research goals.
A special address was delivered by Dr. Sunil Patil, Director of the Department of Students’ Development, University of Mumbai. He highlighted the vital importance of research in academic advancement and applauded the participants for their enthusiasm and active involvement. Dr. Patil also encouraged continued engagement in the upcoming Aavishkar Research Convention.
