DBCE IEEE SB Organizes an Educational Tour to Indore

The IEEE Student Branch of Don Bosco College of Engineering (DBCE), Fatorda, organized its 7th Educational Tour exclusively for IEEE student members from February 16 to 20, 2026, under the guidance of the IEEE Branch Counselor, Prof. Yeshudas Muttu. A total of 69 IEEE student members, accompanied by four faculty members—Prof. Yeshudas Muttu, Prof. Deron Rodrigues, Prof. Trima Fernandes, and Prof. Carol Cardozo—participated in the tour, which included visits to Balaji Wafers Pvt. Ltd., Indore Sahakari Dugdh Sangh Maryadit: Sanchi, and IIT Indore.

The highlights of the visit were as follows:

On 16th February 2026, the students visited Balaji Wafers Pvt. Ltd., one of India’s leading snack manufacturers. Upon arrival, the students attended an introductory session where Mr. Rahul Jain and other company officials explained the overall production workflow and quality standards. The students were then escorted to the Processing Division, where they were enlightened about process engineering and the selection of potato varieties based on specific gravity for optimal texture. Following this, the students visited the Frying and Seasoning Unit, where they were introduced to the working of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems and the use of electrostatic seasoning for uniform taste. Further, the students visited the Quality Control Lab, where they were introduced to Free Fatty Acid (FFA) analysis and HACCP safety protocols. The next area visited was the Automation and Logistics Wing, where the students were made aware of mechatronics applications, including robotic palletizers and Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS). The visit concluded with a session in the conference room, where students were briefed on the company’s operational protocols and its historical establishment.

On 17th February 2026, the students visited the Sanchi Milk Centre, where they gained practical exposure to large-scale dairy processing operations. The students were briefed on the milk procurement system, which collects milk from over 5,000 local farmers, and the initial quality assessment phase, where milk is tested for fat content, Solids-Not-Fat (SNF), and purity. The students were then escorted to the Processing Hall, where they observed the pasteurization process, involving rapid heating to 70–80°C followed by immediate chilling to eliminate pathogens. Following this, the students visited the Homogenization Unit, where they were enlightened on the mechanical breakdown of fat globules to prevent cream separation. Further, the students visited the Separation and Value-Addition Lab, where they observed the production of cream, skim milk, and indigenous products like ghee, shrikhand, and lassi. The final stage included the Automated Packaging Section, where products are hygienically sealed and stored in cold storage before distribution.

On 18th February 2026, the students visited the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Indore, an Institute of National Importance. The visit began with an orientation session where Mr. Nitin Srivastava and some research scholars explained the institute’s research-driven culture and interdisciplinary approach to Artificial Intelligence, Sustainable Energy, and Semiconductor Technologies. The students were then escorted to the Power Systems and Electrical Engineering Laboratory, where they witnessed demonstrations on transformer testing, fault analysis, and the synchronization of synchronous generators. A significant highlight was the Electric Vehicle (EV) Testing Bay, where students were enlightened on BLDC motor performance and control. Further, the students visited the Makerspace, which showcased facilities for 3D printing, fabrication, and prototype development. The next labs visited included the Microsystems and Semiconductor Design Lab and the AI and Robotics Lab, where the students were made aware of drone technology and Robot Operating Systems (ROS).

The IEEE Educational Tour proved to be an enriching experience, providing students with exposure to cutting-edge technology across multiple industries while also allowing them to explore Indore’s industrial and academic landscape. The efforts of the IEEE Student Branch Counselor, Prof. Yeshudas Muttu, along with the IEEE tour committee of Don Bosco College of Engineering, were instrumental in the successful organization of this educational tour. Their dedication contributed significantly to the participants’ learning experience, inspiring them toward future innovations in science and technology.