JNTUA Vice-Chancellor H. Sudarsana Rao elected ISTE Andhra Pradesh chairman
The election covers the 2027-2031 term for the Andhra Pradesh section of the Indian Society for Technical Education.
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University-Anantapur (JNTUA) Vice-Chancellor H. Sudarsana Rao will lead the Andhra Pradesh section of the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE) from 2027 to 2031, according to The Hindu.
The official election results notification from the ISTE IIT Campus in New Delhi stated that elections for section chairmen across 19 notified ISTE sections took place during September and October 2026.
Rao was declared the winner for the Andhra Pradesh section position. A press release from the university on Saturday noted that the achievement reflects his commitment to technical education, research, and institutional development.
On the occasion, Rao said the ISTE should work to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industrial requirements. He suggested promoting collaboration between universities, engineering colleges, industries, and professional organisations.
The Vice-Chancellor also highlighted the need to strengthen outcome-based education and integrate technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, and Automation. He stressed the importance of student empowerment and faculty development.
The JNTUA community, including directors, faculty, and students, extended their congratulations to the Vice-Chancellor on his election.