Advancements in Composite and Steel Structures, sustainable design, and resilient urban infrastructure
Hyderabad: 11th July, 2025: The Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (India) ACCE (I), Hyderabad Centre, proudly announces a Two-Day National Conference on ‘Next-Gen Highrise Buildings – Advancements in Composite and Steel Structures’, scheduled for July 11th and 12th, 2025, at the ESCI Campus, Centenary Convention Centre, Gachibowli, Hyderabad. The event will be inaugurated by *Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Electronics & Industries Government of Telangana, Mr. Rajkumar Kacharla, President South, Vice President, ACCE(I), Mr Er. Kashiram Adepu, governing council member and immediate past chairman, ACCE (I) Hyderabad Centre, Mr. Er. Bheem Rao Jaligama, Vice-Chairman and In-charge Chairman, ACCE(I) Hyderabad Centre, Mr. Er. C. Ramesh, Hon. Secretary, ACCE(I), Mr. Sudhakar, Co Option Member, ACCE(I)* along with other ACCE (I) members.
The conference aims to bring together leading experts, industry professionals, policymakers, and academics to deliberate on the latest advancements, innovative technologies, and sustainable practices shaping the future of high rise constructions. The Topics of discussion will include smart building technologies, sustainable design, advanced materials, safety regulations, and the challenges and opportunities in developing the next generation of urban vertical infrastructure. The evolving landscape of tall buildings in the context of rapid urbanization, sustainability goals, and emerging construction technologies.
Nearly 800 participants from across India are participating in the conference, the event will bring together a wide spectrum of professionals from the civil engineering and construction sectors. Featuring 14+ eminent speakers, the conference will serve as a knowledge-sharing hub on sustainable urban infrastructure, smart building solutions, and next-generation materials and technologies. Attendees can look forward to insightful keynote speeches, technical sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities with peers from across the nation. The conference is expected to attract a diverse audience, including civil engineers, architects, urban planners, developers, researchers, and students.
With rapid vertical growth becoming an urban necessity, the conference aims to tackle pressing challenges in high-rise building design, stability, and sustainability. The sessions will cover advanced composite and steel systems, climate-resilient designs, disaster-resistant structures, and digital innovations shaping the future of India’s cities.
*Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Rajkumar Kacharla, President South, Vice President, ACCE(I), said*, "We are not just constructing buildings—we are crafting a sustainable legacy for generations to come. “We are at a pivotal moment in urban development, with highrise buildings playing an increasingly critical role in accommodating our growing populations and evolving lifestyles,” This conference is a vital platform for knowledge exchange, fostering collaboration, and inspiring new ideas that will drive the sustainable and resilient growth of our cities & underscoring the vital connection between technological innovation and the future of civil engineering.”
*Adding to this, Mr Er. Kashiram Adepu, governing council member and immediate past chairman, ACCE (I) Hyderabad Centre, said*: "The vertical growth of urban regions and tier I & II cities demands that engineers keep pace with evolving best practices. This conference is a catalyst, inspiring engineers, policymakers, and innovators to embrace smarter, safer, and more sustainable construction methods that will define our skylines for decades." This conference is a testament to how the civil engineering fraternity is redefining urban growth with resilience, innovation, and responsibility. The discussions on smart infrastructure and urban resilience will be instrumental in shaping the skylines of tomorrow."
*According to Mr. Er. Bheem Rao Jaligama, Vice-Chairman and In-charge Chairman, ACCE(I) Hyderabad Centre*, "This conference marks a vibrant step toward smarter and more sustainable urban development. It urges engineers to innovate with responsibility and build with resilience, shaping cities that are future-ready and sustainable."
*Adding to this Mr. Er. C. Ramesh, Hon. Secretary, ACCE(I) said*: "This platform fosters collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the engineering community. It drives innovation while reinforcing the importance of sustainable development and the latest research in high-rise construction."
The conference is proudly supported by Jai Raj Steel ATOOT as the Title Sponsor, along with Kirby Building Systems and Unitech Structural Systems Private Limited, underscoring the industry’s commitment to fostering next-gen innovations in high-rise building construction.
