Research Projects with IIT-Indore
1. Development of an Intelligent Traffic Management System for Reducing Carbon Footprint and Enhancing Road Safety in Smart Cities +
Theme: Environmental Sustainability and Energy Technology
Amount of Grant: Rs. 60 lacs (Approx)
Name of JRF: Mr. Gulam Waris Shaikh
PIs from IIPS, DAVV
- Dr. Vivek Shrivastava
- Dr. Yasmin Shaikh
- Dr. Pradeep Jatav
- Dr. Manminder Singh Saluja
PIs from IIT Indore
- Dr. Chandresh Kumar Mourya
- Dr. Gaurab Sil
Expected Outcome
Development of an intelligent traffic management system combining MCDM, fuzzy logic, and machine learning for efficient decision-making and uncertainty handling. It features optimized routing, accurate traffic prediction, and strong performance in reducing travel time, emissions, and improving overall efficiency.
2. Decentralized Biochar Initiative: Empowering Rural Entrepreneurs +
Theme: Environmental Sustainability and Energy Technology
Amount of Grant: Rs 60 Lacs (Approx)
Name of JRF: Ms. Amisha Pramal
PIs (IIPS, DAVV & External)
- Dr. Yamini Karmarkar (IIPS, DAVV)
- Dr. Pratosh Bansal (IET, DAVV)
- Mr. Shriram Raghavendran (Biochar Centre for Excellence, Kanha SHantivanam, Hyderabad)
PIs from IIT Indore
- Dr. Debayan Sarkar
- Dr. Jayaprakash Murugesan
Expected Outcome
Demonstrate Economic Feasibility of Biochar usage, Establish a Rural Entrepreneurship Model to achieve scale, Raise Farmer Awareness and Adoption, and Monetisation of Carbon Credits for Rasing Farmer’s Income.
3. Integrated Waste Management Solutions for Advancing Circular Economy and Sustainability in Rural Areas of Indore District +
Theme: Environmental Sustainability and Energy Technology
Amount of Grant: Rs 60 Lacs (Approx)
Name of JRF: Awaited
PIs from IIPS, DAVV
- Dr. Geeta Nema
- Dr. Manminder Singh Saluja
PIs from IIT Indore
- Dr. Ashootosh Mandpe
Expected Outcome
Improved waste segregation, recycling, and resource recovery in rural areas of Indore district, leading to reduced environmental pollution and enhanced livelihood opportunities. Strengthened circular economy practices through community participation, promoting sustainable resource use and long-term environmental sustainability.
4. E3 Housing: Economic, Eco-Friendly, Energy-Efficient Construction for Sustainable Development of Rural Areas in Madhya Pradesh +
Theme: Environmental Sustainability and Energy Technology
Amount of Grant: Rs 60 Lacs (Approx)
Name of JRF: Mr. Pravin Gurjar
PIs from IIPS, DAVV
- Dr. Sujata Parwani
- Dr. Pooja Jain
PIs from IIT Indore
- Dr. Sandeep Choudhary
Expected Outcome
Promote affordable and sustainable housing models that improve the living standards of rural communities in Madhya Pradesh. It focuses on the adoption of eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient technologies to minimize environmental impact and reduce long-term costs. Additionally, it seeks to strengthen rural development by enhancing infrastructure, generating employment, and supporting sustainable community growth.
5. Deep Learning Driven Camera Sensor Systems for Monitoring Microplastics in Freshwater +
Theme: Environmental Sustainability and Energy Technology
Amount of Grant: Rs. 60 lacs (Approx)
Name of JRF: Mr. Pulkit Sharma
PIs from IIPS, DAVV
- Dr. Yasmin Shaikh
- Dr. Vivek Shrivastava
- Dr. Naresh Dembla
PIs from IIT Indore
- Prof. Manish Kumar Goyal
Expected Outcome
To develop a fast, non-destructive and reliable monitoring system for real-time detection and classification of microplastic particles in fresh water using hyperspectral imaging and deep learning.