Kolkata, July 25, 2026: Dr. Sudhir Chandra Sur Institute of Technology and Sports Complex (SurTech), a JIS Group educational initiative hosted TECHNOXIAN 2026 – East Zonal Competitions (10th Edition of the World Robotics Championship 2026) at its campus in Dum Dum, bringing together the brightest young innovators, future engineers and technology enthusiasts from across Eastern India. Organised in association with the World Robotics Organization (WORSO), the two-day championship witnessed the participation of more than 100 teams and over 500 participants from schools and colleges across the Eastern Zone, who competed in a series of cutting-edge robotics competitions, innovation-driven challenges and hands-on STEM experiences, showcasing exceptional creativity, technical excellence and problem-solving skills. The event was graced by Shri. Debdutta Guha, General Manager, MSME Technology Centre (Tool Room), Government of India; Raj Sharma, President, All India Council for Robotics & Automation; Smt. Alka Sachdeva, Vice President, All India Council for Robotics & Automation; Prof. (Dr.) Debasish De, CSE, Makaut; Sardar Taranjit Singh, Managing Director, JIS Group; and Prof. (Dr.) Saradindu Panda, Principal, SurTech, amongst others.
One of the major highlights of the championship was the inauguration of SURVIA, an indigenously developed robot created at the AICTE IDEA Lab of SurTech, JIS Group. Developed through advanced research and innovation, SURVIA reflects the institution’s commitment to promoting next-generation technologies and strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem through practical, industry-oriented learning. Another significant attraction of the event was the official launch of an innovative device, the Wind and Solar Driven Mobile Charging Unit, jointly designed and developed by the Centre of Excellence (COE) – Livid Design Inc. and the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, SurTech, JIS Group. The sustainable innovation demonstrates the institution’s continued focus on clean energy solutions and industry-academia collaboration for addressing real-world challenges through technology.
TECHNOXIAN 2026 served as a dynamic platform for aspiring roboticists and technology enthusiasts to demonstrate their engineering capabilities while interacting with peers, mentors and industry experts. The championship encouraged participants to explore emerging technologies, collaborate on innovative solutions and gain hands-on exposure to the rapidly evolving fields of robotics, artificial intelligence and automation.
Speaking on the occasion, Sardar Taranjit Singh, Managing Director, JIS Group, said, “Innovation begins with curiosity, and platforms like TECHNOXIAN inspire young minds to transform ideas into impactful technological solutions. At JIS Group, we remain committed to nurturing future-ready talent by providing students with opportunities to experiment, innovate and excel in emerging technologies. The inauguration of SURVIA, along with the launch of the Wind and Solar Driven Mobile Charging Unit, further reflects our continuous endeavour to create an ecosystem where research, creativity and technological excellence thrive.”
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