Bharti Real Estate Launches Abhigyan: Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry
Bharti Real Estate, a leading player in the Indian real estate and infrastructure sector, has launched Abhigyan, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world application. This innovative programme is designed to give students practical exposure to large-scale real estate developments and help them understand the complexities of planning, design, and execution that shape modern urban infrastructure.
Structured as an experiential field-visit programme, Abhigyan kicked off with its first on-ground engagement by hosting civil engineering students from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi at Worldmark, Aerocity, New Delhi. During the visit, students were treated to an immersive walkthrough of the development, gaining first-hand insights into how a global business district is conceptualised and delivered at scale.
The session focused on key aspects such as integrated design, construction management, project planning, and the challenges involved in executing commercial developments. Students had the opportunity to engage in an interactive discussion with S. K. Sayal, MD and CEO of Bharti Real Estate. Senior leadership from Bharti Real Estate, including Kamal Kumar Dua, Vice President – Operations; Amit Tyagi, Project Leader; Ajay Kalia, Project Leader; Cherryn Dogra, Chief Marketing Officer; and Pankaj Garg, Lead – Projects Planning and Control, along with industry consultants Raja Raja Menon, Principal of Arcop, and Amrit Pal, Principal of TPCL, shared their expertise and insights with the participants.
S. K. Sayal, MD and CEO of Bharti Real Estate, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative: “Abhigyan reflects our commitment to fostering industry understanding and nurturing future talent through real-world exposure. As infrastructure and real estate continue to evolve in scale and complexity, it is crucial for young professionals to grasp how such developments are brought to life beyond textbooks. Through this initiative, we aim to offer a practical lens into the sector and inspire the next generation to actively contribute to India’s growth story.”
Allan L Marbaniang, Assistant Professor at Civil and Environmental Engineering, IIT Delhi, praised the initiative: “Bharti Real Estate has provided the undergraduate students of Civil and Environmental Engineering at IIT Delhi with a valuable opportunity to explore various aspects of planning, construction, on-site execution, and ground coordination. The interaction with industry experts left the students with meaningful insights into real-world practice. Such hands-on experiences are essential in inspiring and shaping the next generation of engineers in the country. I look forward to more such initiatives from the industry in the future.”
Abhigyan is envisioned as an ongoing platform that will engage academic institutions through curated field visits and industry interactions. By combining on-ground exposure with expert-led discussions, the initiative seeks to create a comprehensive learning experience for students and provide them with hands-on understanding of the real estate and infrastructure ecosystem.
Bharti Real Estate, a subsidiary of Bharti Enterprises, is committed to developing sustainable and innovative real estate projects that contribute to the growth and development of India’s urban landscape. Through initiatives like Abhigyan, the company aims to foster a deeper connection between the academic and industry worlds, ensuring that the next generation of professionals is well-prepared to tackle the challenges and opportunities of the future.
