A one-day Intellectual Property (IP) Awareness Workshop was successfully conducted on 24th March 2026 at the West Block Auditorium, Vaagdevi College of Engineering, Bollikunta – Warangal. The event was organized in collaboration with the Ministry of MSME and the Intellectual Property Facilitation Centre (IPFC), in association with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) cell, and funded by the MSME, Government of India.

The workshop witnessed the active participation of 100+ attendees from diverse backgrounds, including students, researchers, MSMEs, startups, and local entrepreneurs. The primary objective of the session was to demystify intellectual property rights, offering practical insights into IP filing procedures, protection strategies, and commercialization of innovations.

The session was led by Mr. Srinivas Maddipati, President of the Educational Society for Intellectual Property Rights (ESIPR), who served as the resource person. He provided in-depth knowledge on patents, trademarks, copyrights, and the importance of safeguarding innovative ideas in today’s competitive landscape.

The workshop was conducted under the guidance of:

• Dr. K. Prakash, Principal (Convener)
• Dr. K. Thirupathi Rao, Vice Principal
• Dr. M. Shahsidhar, Principal, Vaagdevi Engineering College

The event was efficiently coordinated by:

• Dr. Pankaj Rangaree
• Dr. B. Satheesh

along with the support of senior faculty members.

The occasion was graced by distinguished guests:

• Dr. Ch. Devender Reddy
• Dr. C. Satyapal Reddy
• Dr. Ch. Vani Devi
• Dr. Ch. Vahini Devi
• Mr. Ch. Vishwambara Reddy

They appreciated the initiative and encouraged participants to actively engage in innovation and intellectual property development.

The workshop concluded on a positive note, successfully enhancing awareness about intellectual property and empowering participants with the knowledge to protect and leverage their innovations effectively.