The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Assam Don Bosco University School of Technology organized a Career Counselling Seminar today.
Focus on future-proofing skills: The seminar, addressed by Mr. Partha Pratim Baruah, Founder and Director of Vidhi Analytica, an agri-tech startup based in Guwahati, emphasized the importance of an entrepreneurial mindset. Mr. Baruah encouraged students to develop skills for the future, comparing them to Lord Ganesha – with a keen sense of future trends (long nose) and a deep understanding of their surroundings (big ears).
Bridging the gap between academics and industry: Mr. Baruah stressed the need to connect classroom learning with real-world applications. He advised students to identify industry shortcomings and develop innovative solutions that have commercial potential.
Tech-driven solutions for agriculture: Sharing his experience as a founder, Mr. Baruah spoke about Vidhi Analytica's work in using Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) to support farmers with traditional knowledge and scientific advancements.
The seminar concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Buljit Buragohain, Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Chairman, Career Guidance Cell, Assam Don Bosco University School of Technology.
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