Our department hosted a one day workshop on "Building Permission Application using KSMART" on September 16, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The session was handled by M.A. Muhammad Azhar, Structural Engineer and Managing Director of Team Anversons, Aluva. 

KSMART (Kerala State Mapping, Application, and Research for Transformation) is a government initiative aimed at leveraging geospatial technologies for planning, development, and efficient governance across Kerala. It focuses on integrating mapping, data analysis, and research to support decision-making in sectors like infrastructure, environment, disaster management, and public services. The platform is used by civil engineers for building approvals, land use planning, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The forenoon session, attended by 70 B.Tech final-year students, aimed to introduce the legal and procedural aspects of building permits in Kerala and equip students with practical knowledge of the KSMART digital platform.

The afternoon session, designed for M.Tech students and faculty members, focused on preparing building drawings for submission on KSMART to obtain approval. Both sessions were highly informative, providing valuable insights into the application process.

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Lidiya P M

Assistant Professor.