MobilityX 2.0 - Conclave On E-mobility Technologies
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Introduction
The MobilityX 2.0 Conclave was organized on 27th September 2025, following the hackathon. The conclave aimed to provide students with insights into the current trends and future directions in mobility and electric vehicles, directly from industry experts.
Event Overview
The conclave featured two esteemed guest speakers:
- Mr. Bhuvana Sundar Soorappaiah – Program Manager (Automotive), Bosch Global Software Technologies.
- Mr. Deepak Mandloi – Control Software Lead, Electra EV (formerly Motor Control Software Lead at Ola Electric, Assistant Manager R&D at TVS Motor Company).
The speakers shared their professional journeys and expertise in the automotive and EV domains. They emphasized the significance of software-driven automotive systems, sustainable mobility, and the need for engineers to adapt to rapidly evolving technologies.
Key Highlights of the Conclave:
- Expert sessions by industry leaders from Bosch and Electra EV.
- Insights into future automotive technologies and EV domain opportunities.
- Bridged academic knowledge with industry expectations.
- Interactive Q&A session where students engaged with the speakers.
- Participation of 241 students, ensuring wide outreach and impact.
- Positive feedback from attendees on the relevance and value of the conclave.
Conclusion:
The MobilityX 2.0 Conclave served as a vital knowledge-sharing platform, bridging the gap between academia and industry. With expert insights from Bosch and Electra EV, students gained exposure to the latest trends in automotive software, electric mobility, and sustainable transportation. The interactive sessions not only provided valuable industry perspectives but also inspired participants to align their academic learning with global industrial needs. The conclave achieved its objective of motivating future engineers to embrace innovation and adapt to the fast-evolving mobility sector.
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- KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology, Arasur, Coimbatore
- Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
- India 641407
- Building: B Block (Home Automation Laboratory, KPRIET)
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- Starts 27 August 2025 06:30 AM UTC
- Ends 15 September 2025 06:29 PM UTC
- No Admission Charge
Speakers
Mr. Deepak Mandloi of ElectraEv Pvt Ltd
Acdameia industry link & booming technologies
Biography:
Mr. Deepak Mandloi, a dynamic engineering leader shaping the future of electric mobility through advanced control software and powertrain innovation.
Mr. Deepak began his professional journey in July 2019 with TVS Motor Company as an Assistant Manager in Research and Development.
During more than four years at TVS, he honed his expertise in vehicle systems, gaining hands-on experience in electric powertrains and control algorithms that laid the foundation for his future in the EV domain.
In April 2023, he moved to Ola Electric as Motor Control Software Lead, where he drove development of critical vehicle-control systems, including Battery Management Systems (BMS), Vehicle Control Units (VCU), and powertrain control.
His work covered real-time embedded control, field-oriented control of PMSM motors, system-prognosis algorithms, and Model-Based Systems Engineering—contributing directly to Ola’s cutting-edge electric two-wheelers.
Building on this rich experience, in October 2024 Mr. Deepak joined ElectraEV as Control Software Lead, where he now spearheads control-software architecture and innovation for next-generation electric vehicles, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and seamless integration of advanced e-mobility technologies.
From his early research days at TVS to leadership roles at Ola Electric and ElectraEV, Mr. Deepak Mandloi exemplifies the new wave of engineers transforming India’s electric-vehicle landscape with technical brilliance and forward-thinking leadership.
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Address:pune, Maharashtra, India
Mr. Bhuvana Sundar Soorappaiah of Bosch Global Software Technologies
Product development
Biography:
Mr. Bhuvana Sundar Soorappaiah, a seasoned program manager and global project-management mentor whose career spans more than two decades across Europe and India.
Mr. Bhuvana began his professional journey in 2002 with an internship at Sirona Dental Systems in Germany, where he developed an automatic exposure-control algorithm for dental X-ray imaging—research that became the foundation of his master’s thesis at the University of Applied Sciences, Darmstadt.
From 2004 to 2007, he served as a Research Assistant Engineer at the same university, leading an international team to develop telecom simulation software and e-learning modules for European research projects.
In 2007, he moved into industry roles in Germany, first as an R&D Engineer at Atec Innovation and then as a Software Design Engineer at Teleca Systems, designing GSM Layer-1 signaling stack software and advanced QA tools.
By 2009, he had advanced to Freelance Software Design/Quality Consultant in Nuremberg, where he trained international teams in quality assurance and project management best practices.
Returning to India in 2010, Mr. Bhuvana joined GE Grid Solutions as Project Leader (Quality) – R&D, where he led the implementation of CMMI Level 2 & 3 best practices, oversaw the organization’s first solar-inverter localization project, and even served as Acting Head of R&D during a key transition.
His passion for mentoring and project management then led him to freelance consulting and coaching in 2013, guiding both professionals and students in practical project-management techniques.
In 2014, he joined Bosch Global Software Technologies in Coimbatore, marking the start of an impressive eleven-plus-year journey.
- He first served as Project Manager for Automotive Electrical Power Steering,
- progressed to Engineering Manager in 2017,
- and in 2020 became Program Manager, a role he continues today—overseeing global projects that deliver innovative automotive steering solutions.
Parallel to his corporate career, Mr. Bhuvana has been a dedicated volunteer with the Project Management Institute (PMI) since 2013. He has contributed to numerous social-good initiatives across India and held leadership roles in the PMI Chennai Chapter, including Associate Vice President and later Vice President – Outreach, where he championed outreach, advocacy, and certification programs.
Mr. Bhuvana Sundar Soorappaiah embodies the spirit of lifelong learning and global collaboration, combining deep engineering expertise with world-class project management and a passion for mentoring future leaders.
Please join me in extending a warm welcome to Mr. Bhuvana Sundar Soorappaiah, an inspiring professional whose journey from research labs in Germany to program leadership at Bosch continues to shape the future of automotive technology and project management excellence.”
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Address:Tamil Nadu, India
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