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SOE Signs MoU with BESCOM to Strengthen Industry–Academia Collaboration

23-June-2026

The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at Presidency School of Engineering, Presidency University, is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) on 23 June 2026.

 

This landmark partnership marks a significant step towards bridging academia and the power sector, creating a strong framework for professional and academic collaboration. By aligning the University’s research capabilities with BESCOM’s industry expertise, the initiative aims to foster innovation in power systems, smart grid technologies, and sustainable energy management.

 

The MoU signing ceremony was held at the BESCOM Corporate Office, K.R. Circle, Bengaluru, in the presence of distinguished representatives from both institutions.

 

Representing BESCOM:

  • Sri Pakkeerappa B G – General Manager (DAS, TIC & SG)

  • Sri Balaji K – Deputy General Manager (TIC, SG)

Representing Presidency University:

  • Dr Venkateswaran S – Registrar

  • Dr Sivaperumal – Pro Vice Chancellor

  • Dr Ramesh Sengottuvelu – Dean, School of Engineering

  • Dr V Joshi Manohar – Head, Department of EEE

Faculty Coordinators:

  • Dr Sunil Kumar A V – Assistant Professor, Department of EEE

  • Dr Mahalakshmi V G – Assistant Professor, Department of EEE

This collaboration will create valuable opportunities for student internships, industry-oriented research, consultancy projects, higher education and training programmes for BESCOM employees, faculty exchange initiatives, and practical exposure to real-world power distribution systems.

The partnership reflects Presidency University’s continued commitment to academic excellence, industry engagement, and preparing future-ready engineers through meaningful collaborations with leading organisations.