The Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (India) Coimbatore Centre marked a significant milestone as they installed Dr. A. Sudhahar as the Chairman and unveiled the new team of office bearers for the 2023-2025 term. The inauguration ceremony took place on July 2, 2023, at the Residency Towers, Coimbatore, amidst the esteemed presence of renowned dignitaries and industry experts.
Gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest was Dr. P.R. Swarup, Director General of the Construction Industry Department Council, New Delhi. Mr. Ashutosh Bhardwaj, Senior Director of Corporate Affairs at CIDC, New Delhi, was present as the Guest of Honour, and Dr. A. Kalyamurthy, Superintendent of Police (Rted), Tamil Nadu Police Service, attended as the Special Guest, delivering an inspiring address to the gathering.
The event witnessed the participation of several esteemed individuals, including Er. J. Premkumar, the outgoing Chairman for the term 2019-2023, Er. R. Muruganantham, the outgoing Secretary for the same term, and Er. P. Paraneswaran, the outgoing Treasurer for the term 2021-2023. Representatives from various building industry-related associations and academicians graced the occasion, felicitating the program with their presence.
After the installation, Dr. A. Sudhahar expressed his vision for the association, stating, “We are dedicated to continually enhancing the work of our association, and we are actively organizing various training programs, workshops, and study tours. Through these initiatives, we aim to improve our skills and expertise while delivering safe and durable structures to society. The theme for this year will be on ‘Bringing Regional Practices to the International Level and International Practices to the Regional Level.’ We anticipate witnessing the emergence of high-quality and technologically advanced structures in this region in the near future.”
Dr. Sudhahar also highlighted the correlation between population growth, economic development, and infrastructure requirements in the region, stating, “As the population and economy of this region continue to grow, there will be a corresponding need for the construction of large-scale structures. We are prepared to meet these demands efficiently and responsibly.”
The Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (India) was established in Coimbatore 25 years ago, with its roots in Bangalore dating back 35 years. It was founded by a group of dedicated civil engineers from Coimbatore, aiming to enhance professional excellence, represent construction and design concerns to the government, and elevate India’s Construction Industry sector to global standards.
The primary objective of the association is to foster and encourage innovative ideas in the civil engineering profession. They plan to achieve this by organizing conferences, meetings, and seminars to disseminate knowledge among civil engineers and the wider society. The Coimbatore Centre also intends to conduct technical visits, workshops, exhibitions, and placement orientation programs related to the construction industry, along with hosting endowment talks, etc.
Furthermore, the Coimbatore Centre collaborates with fellow associations such as the Builders Association of India, Coimbatore Builders and Contractors Association, and the Indian Institute of Architects, etc. These collaborations strengthen the association’s network and expand its impact within the construction industry.
