UVCE Chronicles

✨Greetings from UVCE Chronicles!✨ You know the drill… it’s Editor’s Take time again. After an entire season of episodes, stories, and conversations, we’re switching perspectives and letting the people behind the edits have their moment. The timelines, the retakes, the random inside jokes that somehow made it into the final cut — it all comes together here. This finale is our way of looking back...

✨UVCE Chronicles is back with another inspiring episode!✨🎙 S6 E15: From Bangalore to Silicon Valley – Mastering the Art of Tech LeadershipThis episode features Lohith Naidu, an alumnus of the 2009 Computer Science Engineering batch, who has built an exceptional career across some of the world's most influential tech companies. His professional journey spans leadership roles at Microsoft, Ama...

🎙 S6 E14: Engineering the Extreme : A Conversation with K T Ramesh This episode features Kaliat T. Ramesh (K T Ramesh), an internationally renowned scientist and engineer, and the Alonzo G. Decker Jr. Professor at Johns Hopkins University. He is the founding Director of the Hopkins Extreme Materials Institute (HEMI), where his lab studies materials under extreme conditions , ranging from asteroid...

🎙 S6 E13: From Engineering to Empathy – Building the Future of Eldercare This episode features Raghunandan KS, an alumnus of the 1988 Mechanical Engineering batch, who went on to pursue a Post Graduate Diploma in Management at IIM Calcutta. His professional path spans leading roles at Larsen & Toubro, IBM, and Cisco, shaping his expertise across engineering, management, and global tech. He now...

✨ UVCE Chronicles returns with another historic episode! ✨🎙 S6 E12: 108 Years Later — Uma Reddy Leads the WayIn this landmark episode, we sit down with Smt. Uma Reddy, an Electrical Engineer from UVCE and the first woman President of FKCCI after 108 years — a trailblazer who redefined leadership in Karnataka’s industrial landscape. From founding Hitech Magnetics & Electronics Pvt. Ltd. to em...

✨ UVCE Chronicles! returns with another legendary episode! ✨ 🎙 S6 E11: From Code to Capital — Enjoy the Journey with Sanjay Swamy In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sanjay Swamy, from EEE'1987, a trailblazing entrepreneur, investor, and technologist whose journey spans from UVCE classrooms to co-founding Ezetap, contributing to UIDAI, and backing some of India’s most impactful start...

In this episode, our host Keshava Karthik sits down with Dr. Sekhar Sarukkai — a scientist, innovator, entrepreneur, and educator, whose journey embodies the perfect fusion of technical brilliance and visionary leadership. An alumnus of UVCE’s Computer Science Department, Dr. Sekhar went on to pursue his MS and Ph. D. in Computer Science from Indiana University, beginning his illustrious career at...

This episode features Mohammed Shoaib, First Officer at Air India Express, who graduated from UVCE in 2016 with a degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. From football fields and fashion shows at UVCE to the cockpit of a commercial airliner, Shoaib shares his journey with Varsha Rao, reflecting on pivotal moments, life as a pilot, his initiative SkyHeal, and advice for students pursuing...

In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Shatavadhani Dr. R. Ganesh — a rare genius who seamlessly bridges the worlds of science, literature, and art. Dr. Ganesh graduated from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at UVCE, pursued an M. Sc. in Metallurgy from IISc, holds an M.A. in Sanskrit, and has been awarded a D. Litt in Kannada from Hampi University for his extensive work on th...

✨ UVCE Chronicles! returns with another legendary episode ✨ 🎙 S6 E5: Circuits of Impact: The Legacy of Dr. K B Raja In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Dr. K B Raja, a renowned professor, researcher, and mentor whose contributions have shaped generations of engineers at UVCE and beyond. With decades of experience in VLSI design, signal processing, and embedded systems, Dr. Raja has be...

🎙 Greetings from UVCE Chronicles! We’re back with another exciting episode! In this episode, we sit down with Shashidhar N C, CEO of AMS India and a proud UVCE Mechanical graduate from the Class of 1988. From the corridors of UVCE to receiving the MSME Award from the Prime Minister, his story is one of bold decisions, unwavering focus, and rising through the ranks as a visionary leader in the fiel...

In this episode, we’re joined by Mr. G Kumar Naik, a 1985 Civil Engineering graduate from UVCE and a seasoned civil servant with over three decades in public administration. He currently serves as the Member of Parliament from Raichur. Join Adrian and Varsha as they talk about his journey from engineering to the civil services, the realities of governance, and the lessons he's learned about le...

✨UVCE Chronicles is back with another powerful episode!✨ 🎙 S6 E4: Engineering the Cosmos: Flight Path of a VisionaryIn this inspiring conversation, we dive into the journey of Rama Murali G K, a UVCE gold medalist and accomplished scientist who helped shape India’s Mars Orbiter Mission at ISRO. Now, as Systems AIV Manager at Airbus Defence and Space, he’s at the cutting edge of aerospace systems...

In this power-packed episode, we’re honoured to host Sandhu Sajeevan , a proud 2016 Mechanical Engineering graduate from UVCE, Bangalore University gold medalist , and a rising leader at Amazon. From excelling in academics while playing competitive football to making the leap from UVCE to IIM Bangalore , and now leading teams in one of the world’s biggest companies – his journey is a testament to...

Greetings from UVCE Chronicles!! We're back with another exciting episode! S6 E3:Trailblazing Through Time - Jayashree Ralhan's Remarkable Journey In this special episode, we journey back to the Mechanical Engineering batch of 1971 to spotlight the inspiring path of Jayashree Ralhan—a true trailblazer who carved her place in a field where few women dared to tread at the time. Her story is...

Greetings from UVCE Chronicles! Kicking off Season 6, we feature Suryaprakash Konanuru, a serial entrepreneur, mentor, and the CTO at Ideaspring Capital. An alumnus of UVCE (CSE, Batch of ’88), Suri has co-founded three startups, led engineering teams globally, and played a key role in India’s startup ecosystem for over two decades. Hosted by Keshava Karthik (6th Sem, ISE), this episode covers: 🚀...

🎬 Season 5 Finale – Editor’s Take🔥 ✨Greetings from UVCE Chronicles!✨ We’re rolling out the red carpet for the grand finale of UVCE Chronicles Season 5 – and this time, it's personal! 💥 In “Editor’s Take” , we flip the script as the magic-makers behind the scenes take the spotlight. Join our editors and hosts as they dish out their most epic moments, chaotic bloopers , and the wild journey...

✨UVCE Chronicles is back with another legendary episode!✨ 🎙 S5 E15: Anchoring Excellence – A Naval Odyssey from UVCE to Vice Admiral In this power-packed episode, we’re honoured to host Vice Admiral Dilip Deshpande, a proud 1970 Mechanical Engineering graduate from UVCE and one of the most distinguished names in the Indian Navy. From the classrooms of UVCE to commanding naval operations, his jou...

🎙 S5 E14: From Semesters to Strategy – Navigating the World of Tech & Games! This episode features Arnab Ganguly, a 2002 Electrical Engineering graduate from UVCE, who is currently the Senior Staff Product Manager at Electronic Arts (EA). His career journey spans across industry giants like IBM, Intel, Microsoft, and Meta before finding his current home at EA.Join Varsha Rao as she dives into...

✨UVCE Chronicles is back with another inspiring episode!✨ 🎙 S5 E13: Timeless Leadership – A Journey of Excellence! This episode features BG Dwarakanath, a 1971 Mechanical Engineering alumnus from UVCE. With a illustrious career spanning over 30 years at Titan, he retired as Senior Corporate Advisor. From being a Product Manager at HMT Watch Division to becoming Vice President and COO at Titan, h...

✨UVCE Chronicles is back with another inspiring episode!✨🎙 UVCE Chronicles S5 E12 – "Automation Architect"In this episode, we spotlight Ajay Gopalswamy, a distinguished UVCE alumnus who has built an inspiring career at the intersection of technology, leadership, and innovation. With a strong foundation in mechanical engineering from UVCE in 1988 followed by a master's at Clemson University, Ajay...

🎙 UVCE Chronicles S5 E10 – "The Journey of an Architectural Prodigy" Greetings from UVCE Chronicles! In this episode, we feature A. J. S. Lakshmi Shree, a renowned Bangalore-based visual artist and architect, and an alumna of UVCE. A child prodigy, Lakshmi started painting at the age of two, exhibited her work internationally, and was congratulated by former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh in 20...

🎙️ Greetings from UVCE Chronicles! We’re back with an extraordinary episode—Season 5, Episode 10—featuring a name that resonates with every tech enthusiast: Dipesh Shah, Managing Director, Samsung R&D Institute India! 🚀 From UVCE to the Top: An Unstoppable Journey! Dipesh Shah, an alumnus of UVCE (1992 Batch, ECE), holds a unique distinction—he was Samsung India’s FIRST employee, joining as a...

In this episode, we feature Nagesh A. Basavanahalli , Non-Executive Vice Chairman of Greaves Cotton and alumnus of the 1988 Mechanical Engineering batch. With over three decades in the automotive industry, Nagesh has transformed businesses globally, including his role as Managing Director Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and shaping Greaves Cotton’s clean mobility solutions.

Greetings from UVCE Chronicles! We’re thrilled to bring you the 8th episode of Season 5, featuring none other than Pratibha Nayak , a proud alumna from the 2012 Civil Engineering batch. From the hallowed halls of UVCE to co-founding a successful construction firm and partnering with ventures across hospitality, beauty, and more, Pratibha’s entrepreneurial journey is as inspiring as it is dynamic....