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Time of India
28-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
MoU signed for fire testing and training centre at IIT-P
Patna: A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed on Saturday between the Building Construction Department (BCD) and the Indian Institute of Technology-Patna (IIT-P) for establishing the 'Centre of Excellence for Fire Testing, Training, and Research'. Kumar Ravi, BCD's Secretary, presided over the ceremony. The estimated cost of the project is around Rs 17.36 crore. The exchange of MoU took place between chief engineer (design) Reza Waris Warsi and IIT-Patna's director T N Singh. Engineers and other officials from the department were present at the ceremony. The proposed facility will support the selection of modern fire safety equipment for current and future projects of the BCD, evaluate material fire resistance, analyse post-fire structural damage, implement retrofitting solutions, and investigate fire propagation patterns. Addressing the event, Ravi emphasised the importance of this initiative in enhancing fire safety at govt buildings. He noted that the upgraded institute, unique in the North Eastern region, will benefit from IIT's expert guidance for secure building construction. "The Centre of Excellence for Fire Testing, Training, and Research will be situated within IIT Patna's premises, marking it as one of the few such facilities nationwide. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending Local Enterprise Accounting Software [Click Here] Accounting ERP Click Here Undo The department will construct the necessary infrastructure, while IIT Patna has provided the laboratory space without charge," he said. He indicated that the BCD would cover all operational costs, including human resources, training, equipment maintenance, and repairs for the initial five-year period. "IIT Patna will contribute through expertise, faculty support, and technical guidance in research activities," the Secretary added. Officials said the centre will also provide engineer training in fire safety and engineering, rescue protocols, post-fire damage assessment, strengthening techniques, and protective measures during fire incidents. The facility will study fire effects on building structural components, fire spread behaviour in multi-storey buildings, and assess the fire resistance of local construction materials. Patna: A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed on Saturday between the Building Construction Department (BCD) and the Indian Institute of Technology-Patna (IIT-P) for establishing the 'Centre of Excellence for Fire Testing, Training, and Research'. Kumar Ravi, BCD's Secretary, presided over the ceremony. The estimated cost of the project is around Rs 17.36 crore. The exchange of MoU took place between chief engineer (design) Reza Waris Warsi and IIT-Patna's director T N Singh. Engineers and other officials from the department were present at the ceremony. The proposed facility will support the selection of modern fire safety equipment for current and future projects of the BCD, evaluate material fire resistance, analyse post-fire structural damage, implement retrofitting solutions, and investigate fire propagation patterns. Addressing the event, Ravi emphasised the importance of this initiative in enhancing fire safety at govt buildings. He noted that the upgraded institute, unique in the North Eastern region, will benefit from IIT's expert guidance for secure building construction. "The Centre of Excellence for Fire Testing, Training, and Research will be situated within IIT Patna's premises, marking it as one of the few such facilities nationwide. The department will construct the necessary infrastructure, while IIT Patna has provided the laboratory space without charge," he said. He indicated that the BCD would cover all operational costs, including human resources, training, equipment maintenance, and repairs for the initial five-year period. "IIT Patna will contribute through expertise, faculty support, and technical guidance in research activities," the Secretary added. Officials said the centre will also provide engineer training in fire safety and engineering, rescue protocols, post-fire damage assessment, strengthening techniques, and protective measures during fire incidents. The facility will study fire effects on building structural components, fire spread behaviour in multi-storey buildings, and assess the fire resistance of local construction materials.
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Science city eyes opening of two galleries after installation of exhibits by Aug
Patna: At least two galleries — 'Be a Scientist' and 'Basic Science' — of world-class Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Science City in Patna will soon be opened for visitors — following installation of exhibits by Aug. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Additionally, exhibit installations have been planned for the other three galleries of the science city as well. Kumar Ravi, secretary of building construction department, which is the nodal agency for this ambitious project, reviewed the ongoing work at the facility during a meeting on Tuesday. The meeting included engineers, representatives from National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) and members of Creative Museum Designers (CMD). "The goal is to complete the exhibit installation in two galleries by Aug. In the first phase, 47 exhibits are being installed in the 'Be a Scientist' and 'Basic Science' galleries with the help of the NCSM and CMD. Around 94 exhibits will be installed in the second phase. The work is progressing at a fast pace, and we will also begin the installation of exhibits in the other three galleries — 'Sustainable Planet', 'Space and Astronomy' and 'Body and Mind' — soon. The work will proceed simultaneously," Ravi said. During the meeting, there was an in-depth discussion on the design, timeline, quality and challenges related to the exhibits for the three galleries. The secretary gave necessary directives to the NCSM and CMD officials regarding the exhibit installations, emphasising that they should be world-class to offer an inspiring and educational experience for children and visitors. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Instructions were given to commence work on the three galleries promptly and complete it within the stipulated timeframe. The development of the atrium area of the science city was also discussed. Instructions were given to create a selfie point, and install science patterns, exhibits and murals in the atrium. Patna's science city is being developed in memory of former president and scientist Abdul Kalam on around 20.5 acres of land near Moin-ul-Haq Stadium. The project aims to foster interest and awareness of science among students, researchers and the general public. The total area of the five galleries is 7,725 square metres, where 269 exhibits on 26 themes will be installed. The 'Be a Scientist' gallery will feature exhibits based on harmonic strings, 3D zoetrope, ripple tank simulation, interactive floor, standing waves and water waves among others. The 'Basic Science' gallery will include exhibits on the decimal system, binary system, golden ratio, infinity, conics, pixel arts, bots, artificial intelligence, internet, machine learning and data analysis. Additionally, the construction of a modern auditorium with a seating capacity of 500 and dormitory facilities for 150 students and 3 teachers has been completed within the science city premises. A park is also being developed on the premises on a forest theme, featuring indigenous grasses, shrubs and trees. It also includes a wetland that will operate as a passive biotic wastewater treatment system and an ayurvedic medicinal plant section.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
BCD to set up centre for fire safety on IIT-Patna campus
Patna: Building construction department (BCD) is set to establish a 'Centre of Excellence for Fire Testing, Training, and Research Laboratory' on the campus of the Indian Institute of Technology-Patna. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) will soon be signed to set up the centre. The facility will assist in selecting modern equipment for fire safety in ongoing and future projects; evaluating the fire resistance of materials used; assessing damage to building structures after fires; retrofitting damaged structures, and investigating fire propagation patterns. The govt will spend around Rs 17.3 crore on this ambitious project, which was recently cleared by the state cabinet. Kumar Ravi, secretary of the BCD, said the facility will be a significant step towards ensuring fire safety in buildings. "A separate building for fire testing, training, and research centre will be constructed on the IIT-Patna campus, for which land will be allocated by the institute. All expenses related to the operation, human resources, training, equipment repair, and maintenance will be borne by the department for the first five years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo IIT-Patna will provide expertise, faculty support, and technical leadership in research activities," he said. Discussing the objective of the facility, the secretary said it will test and inspect the fire resistance of materials and equipment used for fire safety in projects implemented or to be implemented by the BCD and other departments or corporations. "The facility will provide training to engineers on fire safety and engineering, rescue methods, assessment of damage to buildings after fires, and methods and measures for strengthening them, as well as training related to protective and rescue operations during fires. Additionally, it will also focus on the prevention of fire incidents and safety measures like sprinkler systems and smoke detection in buildings," Ravi told this reporter. Research at this facility will study the impact of fire on the structural components of buildings, the type of fire spread in multi-storey buildings, and the fire-resistant capacity of locally available construction materials. The secretary added, "The proposal for the MoU between BCD and IIT-Patna has been sent to the institute. Once it is finalised, the agency will be hired to prepare the detailed project report for the project."
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
DMI's academic block on new campus likely to be operational by July
Patna: With the first phase of the construction of the Development Management Institute's (DMI) new campus in Bihta, Patna, nearing completion, its four major buildings, including academic and hostel blocks, are likely to be operational by July, said Kumar Ravi, the secretary of the building construction department — the nodal agency for the project — on Thursday. The new campus is being built over 15 acres in Bihta, utilising funds to the tune of Rs 250 crore. Ravi said the G+5 academic-cum-care block, which spans 9,281 square metres (sqm), G+7 hostel building (11,366 sqm), student common centre (G+2) and student lounge (G+1) will be ready by the end of June. "Instruction was already given to the engineers to hand over the buildings by the end of this month, so that it can be operational from July," he said. The DMI, an autonomous institution established by the govt of Bihar, is currently operational from the premises of Udyog Bhawan (second floor) near Gandhi Maidan. The civil work on the new campus started in 2020, and the extended deadline to complete the entire project is end of Dec 2025. Under this project, 10 new buildings are being built. "The construction work was disturbed for three years due to several reasons, but now, we have set the target to complete the new campus by this year," Ravi told this newspaper. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 7 Secrets People With $1M+ Use When Hiring Financial Advisors SmartAsset Learn More Undo He said the finishing work on four buildings has been going on. "Once we hand over these four facilities to the DMI, classes will commence here," the secretary said, adding that the other buildings include the G+5 administrative block, CEP centre, auditorium with a capacity to accommodate 250 people, faculty and staff quarter block, and dean/director accommodation. As per a detailed project report, the CEP centre will have four suites, a common kitchen, dining hall, two each information hubs and interactive learning classrooms, among other facilities, whereas the hostels can accommodate 320 students, including girls. Vishal Yadav, in charge of the project, said over 60% of the structural work was completed. "The whole campus will be eco-friendly as most areas will be covered in greenery. Additionally, there will also be an agro-ecological farm. All the buildings will be earthquake resistant, and equipped with the latest safety and security arrangements," he said. Provision for a sewage treatment plant, rainwater harvesting, solar power plant, waste-to-energy and composting system, cycling tracks, water bodies, green corridors and shade walkway will be made. An open-air theatre, open lounge, swimming pools, a basketball court, two tennis courts and indoor sports area will also be there.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Dairy engineering facility at Bihar Animal Sciences University ready for inauguration: Official
Patna: The state-of-the-art dairy engineering facility , built over a 5,704 square metre area on the proposed campus of Bihar Animal Sciences University ( BASU ), Patna, is ready for inauguration. Officials from the building construction department stated that the civil work was completed, while the finishing work is underway. The four-storey building is equipped with modern facilities and laboratories, including a dairy process engineering lab , a food engineering lab, and a computer lab. Additionally, a workshop and four seminar halls have been constructed. Kumar Ravi, secretary of the BCD, said that the construction of BASU was being carried out in phases. "The construction of the dairy engineering facility is complete and will be inaugurated soon. The building is equipped with modern technology and the latest equipment, providing excellent facilities for research and training to students and researchers. It will be a milestone in the development of the dairy sector," he said. He further mentioned that the construction work on the university campus was progressing rapidly. "Facilities for housing both students and scientists are being developed at the university, with focus on green building features," Ravi said. The secretary added: "An indoor and outdoor sports complex is also being constructed on the campus. Continuous monitoring and site inspections are being conducted at the departmental level to ensure quality and timely completion of construction work." The construction of BASU is taking place on a 224.53-acre plot on the Bihar Veterinary College campus. It includes administrative and academic buildings, a teaching veterinary clinical complex, an auditorium with a capacity of 1,200 people, a farmer training centre, separate hostels for 350 male students and 150 female students, accommodation for 50 scientists, a Vice Chancellor's residence, 222 residential flats of various categories of staff, and a university guest house, among other facilities. "As the university is providing land, we are working. Old structures are being demolished to build new buildings. The entire project will be completed by the end of 2025, by utilising funds to the tune of Rs 890 crore," he said.
