Sahyadri Institution Innovation Council (IIC)

(Under the directives of MHRDs MIC)

Academic year 2021-22
Institute Id: IC201810844
1. Date: 12-10-2023 to 19-10-2023
2. Department: Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine
learning)
3. Title: “Electronic Junk Disposal Campaign”- An Electronic Waste Awareness Week
4. Objective: The objective of the "Electronic Junk Disposal Campaign" is to raise
awareness about the environmental impact of electronic waste (e-waste) and promote
responsible disposal practices among individuals and businesses. The campaign aims
to educate the community about the hazards of improper e-waste disposal and
encourage the adoption of sustainable and eco-friendly methods for managing
electronic waste.
5. Report: Department of Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence
and Machine Learning) organized “Electronic Junk Disposal Campaign”- An
Electronic Waste Awareness Week from 12-10-2023 to 19-10-2023 in association
with Sogo Synergy Pvt. Ltd. Bengaluru, SIGMA, IEI-AIML Student Chapter and
Sahyadri-IIC. Dr. Rajesha S, Principal, inaugurated the Campaign and enlightened the
students by briefing the necessity of e-waste management and its disposal. The major
goal of the event is to spread awareness about E-Waste, its consequence on
biodiversity and promote responsible electronic waste disposal. The campaign will be
held in sahyadri campus till 19th October 2023. During the week sahyadrians can drop
off their old and unused electronic devices in the e-waste bin placed near the
Computer Science & Engineering (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning)
department after filling the link provided by scanning a QR Code provided in e-waste
bin. All such collected bin will be handed over to Sogo Synergy Pvt. Ltd. Bengaluru
for safe disposal and recycling. Student and Faculties of Computer Science &
Engineering (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning) department actively
participated in the event. The event was coordinated by Mr. Ganaraj K, Mr.
 Gurusiddayya Hiremath, Mrs. Deepthi L, Assistant Professors of Computer Science
and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) department.
6. No of students attended: 65
7. No of faculties: 12
8. Social media Link :
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?
story_fbid=pfbid029DXFsFwxrn8ijP56om5zxc1QPnEbdyYYFRZ1YnFRhLWvRg1s
nLF751QmT2my9BExl&id=100064115554047&mibextid=Nif5oz
9. Outcome:
a. Increased Awareness regarding the environmental consequences of E waste
b. Positive shift in behaviour of individual
c. Partnership and collaboration with local business , electronics manufacturer and
waste management
d. Community engagement through seminars, workshops and interactive events.