π Vision for IEI β Dr. S.M. Shashidhar
If elected to the Karnataka State Committee (Electrical Division), I will strive to:
Empower Engineers π€ β Create more platforms for knowledge-sharing, networking, and career growth across Karnataka.
Recognition of AMIE π β Strongly advocate with authorities for AMIE exams to be given full recognition and parity with other qualifications.
Expand IEI Reach π β Establish more Local Centres across Karnataka (beyond the present 10 for 31 districts) so that every engineer has better access to IEI activities.
Stronger Representation ποΈ β Position IEI as the authoritative body for engineers, just as the Medical Council is for doctors, shaping policies and national standards in Engineering & Technology.
Iclusive Growth π± β Ensure participation from engineers across both rural and urban Karnataka, making IEI a truly representative body.
Trending Fields Enrollment π‘ β Encourage enrollment from latest fields like Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Science, Renewable Energy, and Green Hydrogen.
Skill Development π οΈ β Organize workshops, training programs, and career guidance for young engineers to make them industry-ready.
Affordable Membership π³ β Work to reduce various IEI membership fees and make them more affordable to all engineers, especially young graduates.
Innovation & Start-up Support π β Launch an IEI Innovation & Start-up Cell to guide engineers in patents, entrepreneurship, and incubation, linking them with national missions.
Policy Advocacy & Influence π’ β Strengthen IEIβs voice as a policy advisory body to governments, regulators, and industries, ensuring engineersβ perspectives shape Indiaβs development agenda.