Initiatives

The DTU PRAYAS initiative, launched by the Centre for Community Development and Research (CCDR) at Delhi Technological University, was successfully implemented as a comprehensive digital platform comprising both an App and a Website. The platform was developed to strengthen collaboration between students and faculty, fostering a culture of applied research, innovation, and experiential learning across diverse academic disciplines.

DTU PRAYAS features a repository of real-world project statements, providing students with access to authentic problem statements and project ideas. The platform also assisted in identifying relevant agencies for submitting extended project proposals, enabling students to pursue projects beyond preliminary research. Additionally, it facilitated collaboration between student groups and faculty members, connecting projects with mentors whose research interests aligned with the proposed work.

By leveraging DTU PRAYAS, students accessed multiple opportunities, including startup incubation, entrepreneurship development, patent filing, intellectual property creation, research paper publication, and improved placement prospects. Faculty engagement played a critical role in guiding students through the platform, and department-wise demonstration sessions were conducted for all academic departments.

The Campus Innovation Challenge 2026 was successfully conducted at DTU (Delhi Technological University) to promote innovation, creativity, and problem-solving among students. The event provided a platform for students to present technology-driven ideas aimed at solving campus-related challenges.

More than 30 teams participated in the competition with diverse and impactful projects. After initial evaluation, the Top 15 teams were shortlisted for offline presentations. Based on innovation, feasibility, technical execution, social impact, and presentation quality, the Top 3 teams were selected for funding support from CCDR DTU. The event showcased solutions such as AI-based platforms, sustainable campus marketplaces, and smart mobility systems, with participants receiving valuable feedback and mentorship from jurors and faculty members.

The Campus Innovation Challenge 2026 concluded on a positive note, successfully encouraging students to think innovatively and entrepreneurially. The event reaffirmed DTU’s commitment to fostering a strong culture of innovation and supporting student-led technological initiatives.

A Three-Day Training Program on Solar Thermal Systems (18–20 November 2024) was organized by the Centre for Community Development and Research (CCDR) in collaboration with the Clean Energy Division of NCEET, DTU. The program covered the fundamentals and practical applications of solar thermal technologies, offering participants hands-on experience in system installation and maintenance. Approximately 60 students from various Delhi Government schools attended the training.

A Three-Day Training Program on Operation and Maintenance of Solar Photovoltaic Systems (2–4 January 2025) was organized by the Centre for Community Development and Research (CCDR) in collaboration with the Clean Energy Division of NCEET, DTU. The program focused on the operation and maintenance aspects of solar photovoltaic systems, providing participants with practical training in troubleshooting and system management. Approximately 50 students from various Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) attended the program.

Fundamentals and Key Parameters of a Solar Photovoltaic System Learning Objectives Basics of Electrostatics OHM’s LAW WHEEL Key Parameters of Solar PV Panels Additional Parameters in Solar PV System

The event witnessed a wide array of creative and impactful ideas from over 11 teams. Ideas ranged from AI-powered tax filing platforms to smart classroom solutions, addressing various aspects of student life, campus management, and environmental sustainability. The diversity of ideas showcased the immense talent and creativity present at DTU.

Some standout projects included FinEdge-99, an AI-driven platform for simplified tax filing, EcoXchange, a campus marketplace promoting sustainability, and DTU-Flux, an app to track e-rickshaws on campus in real-time. Each project reflected not only technical prowess but also a strong sense of social responsibility and a vision for a better future.

Throughout the event, students received mentorship from the esteemed jurors and faculty members. Their feedback not only helped improve the projects but also provided students with the necessary guidance to refine their ideas and make them more viable. Networking Opportunities: The event also served as a networking hub, where students could engage with mentors, industry experts, and fellow innovators. This was a fantastic opportunity for cross-disciplinary collaboration, exchange of ideas, and potential future partnerships.

Society under the project “YOUth Drive for Safety”, a CSR initiative by L&T Finance Ltd. These initiatives were designed to promote road safety awareness, encourage responsible road behaviour, and engage youth in proactive measures toward building safer communities. The series of activities included a Helmet Safety Survey and Distribution, a Road Safety Audit at Mukarba Chowk, a Drawing Competition on Road Safety, Seminar on Road Safety and Role of Bystander in emergency response. Each of these activities focused on different dimensions of road safety — from behavioural awareness and infrastructure assessment to creative expression and emergency response preparedness.

Through these interventions, students were not only educated about the importance of helmet compliance, traffic discipline, and the dangers of drunk driving, but were also encouraged to take an active role in promoting a culture of safety on and off campus.

The collaboration between DTU, TRAX S. Society, and L&T Finance Ltd. exemplifies a strong partnership between academia, civil society, and the corporate sector, working together toward a common vision of reducing road accidents and nurturing socially responsible citizens for a safer tomorrow.