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Madras Day 2025

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Event Title: Madras Day 2025

Date: 30th September 2025

Time: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

Venue: Saveetha College of Architecture and Design

Event Patron: Prof. V. Aravind – Dean I/C

Event Convener: Prof. M. Lokesh – VP(Admin) SEAD

Event Coordinator:

  • Ar. Dileeban M
  • Ar. Prabu S

No. of. Participants: SEAD Department – Students (B.Arch. & B.Des.)

Details of the Event:

The Department of Urbanism, Saveetha College of Architecture and Design, organized a special celebration for Madras Day 2025 to honor the heritage and cultural legacy of the city. The event was held on 30th August 2025 at the SCAD Auditorium, bringing together students, faculty, and heritage enthusiasts.

The program included a documentary film on Madras and a thought-provoking talk on the history and architectural charm of the city by Ar. Thirupurasundari Sevel, along with a keynote lecture by Ar. Sujatha Shankar (Conservation Architect and Convenor, INTACH Chennai Chapter).

Interactive activities such as debates, photography, article writing, and sketching competitions were organized for students under the theme “Glory of Madras”. Traditional food stalls also added vibrancy to the event, with a “Best Stall Award” to encourage participation.

The event served as a creative and cultural platform for students to engage with the history of Madras, blending architectural heritage with contemporary academic learning. It was a day of celebration, reflection, and inspiration, connecting students with the essence of the city they belong to.

SDG Goals Outcome:

  • For SDG 4 the Madras Day event enriches learning by exposing students to the history, architecture, and cultural heritage of the city, fostering critical appreciation, knowledge-sharing, and interdisciplinary dialogue.
  • For SDG 11 the event emphasizes heritage conservation, urban resilience, and community identity through talks, debates, and competitions, inspiring students to value and protect the cultural fabric while envisioning sustainable urban futures.
  • For SDG 17, the Madras Day event builds meaningful collaborations between academic institutions, conservation experts, architects, historians, and the community. By bringing together diverse voices through talks, debates, and cultural exchanges, the event strengthens networks that support heritage conservation, education, and sustainable urban development.
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