India’s First Solar Car Rally, ISIE-Electric Solar Vehicle Championship - ESVC3000 held between 14 April and 21 April 2023, covered 350+ km in three days from Galgotias University to Mathura to Galgotias University, Gr. Noida (UP).
Organised by the Imperial Society of Innovative Engineers (ISIEINDIA) and co-organised by Galgotias University and Knowledge Partner, National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), the rally was participated by students from various engineering institutes/ universities from 18 States who designed and manufactured solar vehicles.
Vidyavardhini's College of Engineering, Mumbai, became the champion of the rally, whereas Sinhgad College of Engineering, Pune has been adjudged as the first runner-up, and Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering, Pune the second runner-up.
Vinod Gupta, Founder and President, ISIEINDIA, said, “ISIEINDIA is creating an impact and ecosystem. The outcome of the rally is very impactful, i.e., two crore+ people for EV adoption and road safety, also 1500+ engineering graduates from 18 states of India upskilled.”
Dhruv Galgotia, CEO, Galgotia University, said, “It’s a pleasure to host 1,500+ engineering students from top universities of India. We always support and provide the best platform for young innovators. These are the future engineers and entrepreneurs of India. The ESVC3000 is an innovative approach for learning and skill development.”