Dr. M. K. Naidu Honored with Leadership Award by SAE India for Outstanding Contribution on 19-Oct-2024
Dr. G. Nagarajan, Senior Vice President of SAE India, presented the prestigious Leadership Award to Dr. M. K. Naidu at a special ceremony in Chennai on 19-Oct-2024.
Chennai, October 19, 2024: In recognition of his exemplary leadership and exceptional contributions to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) - India Southern Section, Dr. M. K. Naidu, Associate Professor from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at MVGR College of Engineering, was presented with the prestigious Leadership Award. The award was handed over by Dr. G. Nagarajan, Senior Vice President of SAE India, during a special ceremony held in Chennai.
Dr. Naidu's dedication and guidance have significantly impacted the SAE student community at MVGR College. Under his leadership, students have actively participated in numerous SAE activities, including national-level competitions such as SAE BAJA, SUPRA, GO-KART, E-BIKE and the Electric Solar Vehicle Championship (ESVC). Since 2012, MVGR students have consistently excelled in these competitions, earning accolades and cementing their reputation as top contenders.
Some of the most notable achievements of MVGR students under Dr. Naidu’s mentorship include winning the GO-KART Championship in 2023, securing first place in the Endurance event at the E-Moto Championship in 2018, the Best Design Award for an E-Bike in the E-Moto Championship in 2017, and the Best Design Award for ESVC in 2016. These achievements highlight the high standard of engineering expertise fostered at MVGR, which has made a mark on the national stage.
In addition to his work with students, Dr. Naidu has played a pivotal role in supporting SAE India by organizing several national events. Recognizing his unwavering commitment, SAE appointed him as a Management Committee member for the Amaravathi Division. In 2023, Dr. Naidu successfully led the organization of a national-level competition on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and is currently overseeing the 2024 edition of the event, which is taking place in Chennai. This competition attracts students from prestigious institutions across India, providing them with a platform to showcase their technical skills and knowledge.
Dr. Naidu's leadership and contributions to SAE India have not only elevated the profile of MVGR College but have also strengthened the automotive engineering community nationwide. His efforts continue to inspire young engineers and contribute to the development of the industry.
Team Invictus (MVGR) won the GO-KART Championship in 2023 at STEPCONE (National event) organised by GMRIT