Strengthening Industry–Academia Collaboration

We are pleased to share that Yatzar Creations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Institute of Technology Puducherry on 21 September 2026. 

This collaboration marks a meaningful step towards strengthening the connection between academia and industry and creating opportunities for students and faculty to engage with the evolving digital practices of the AECO industry. 

Key focus areas of the collaboration include: 

• Student Engagement – Creating opportunities for students to gain exposure to real-world BIM and digital construction practices 

• Faculty Collaboration – Supporting knowledge exchange between faculty and industry professionals 

• Industry Exposure – Connecting academic learning with evolving AECO industry expectations 

• Knowledge Sharing – Encouraging joint workshops, talks, and training initiatives 

• Research & Innovation – Exploring opportunities for collaborative research in digital construction and BIM 

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Dr. Makarand Madhao Ghangrekar, Director of NIT Puducherry; Dr. Harigovindan Vettath Pathayapurayil, Dean – Research and Consultancy; Dr. Senthilkumar V, Head of the Department of Civil Engineering; and all the faculty members of the Department of Civil Engineering for their support, encouragement, and commitment towards fostering meaningful industry–academia collaboration. 

This initiative reflects Yatzar Creations’ commitment to: 

• Bridge the gap between academia and industry 

• Promote awareness of BIM and digital construction practices 

• Support student and faculty engagement with real-world projects 

• Encourage collaborative research and innovation 

• Strengthen long-term partnerships within the AECO ecosystem 

We look forward to working together and creating impactful opportunities for students, faculty, and the wider built environment community.