About

The Idea and Innovation Cell (IIC), Parala Maharaja Engineering College (PMEC), Berhampur, Odisha, is a student-driven technical society dedicated to promoting innovation, practical learning, creativity, and technological excellence. By bringing together coding, design, development, and entrepreneurship, the Cell provides a platform for students to transform academic knowledge into practical solutions and build industry-relevant skills. IIC encourages students from diverse backgrounds to explore emerging technologies, collaborate on real-world projects, and develop problem-solving abilities through workshops, hackathons, technical competitions, project exhibitions, and industry interactions. Its technical domains include web and app development, UI/UX design, artificial intelligence, machine learning, competitive programming, and open-source development..

Vision

The vision of the Idea and Innovation Cell is to become a leading student-driven technical community that transforms innovative ideas into impactful real-world solutions, inspiring students to embrace technology, creativity, and lifelong learning while preparing them to become competent and forward-thinking professionals.

Mission

The mission of IIC is to create an inclusive, collaborative, and project-oriented learning environment where students can explore technology, experiment with new ideas, develop practical solutions, and grow through peer learning and industry exposure.

The Cell focuses on:

• Developing hands-on technical skills through workshops, training programmes, and practical
• Encouraging innovation, entrepreneurship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and real-world problem-
• Organizing hackathons, coding competitions, technical events, and project
• Promoting emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, web and app development, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
• Providing opportunities for peer learning, knowledge sharing, mentorship, and professional
• Strengthening industry interaction through expert talks, technical sessions, and exposure to industry
• Encouraging participation in national-level innovation platforms and
• Recognizing and nurturing student talent through innovative projects, collaborative initiatives, and competitive achievements.

IIC has established a strong presence through initiatives such as the Coding Awareness Workshop, Internal Hackathon, advanced technical workshops, and AI project exhibitions. Its members have participated in platforms including the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) Grand Finale, Odisha AI Summit Hackathon, and AITAM Aavishkaar. Securing first place at the Project Innovation Contest (PIC-2026) is a notable milestone in the Cell’s journey of innovation and technical excellence.

Dr. Sourav Kumar Bhoi (Faculty Co-ordinator)

Dr. Kalyan Kumar Jena (Faculty Co-ordinator)

Ayushmam Patra, Head Co-ordinator

Om Prakash Sahoo, Secretary