KIIT Hosts 4th IEEE International Conference on Industrial Electronics: Developments and Applications (IEEE ICIDeA 2026) 871 papers submitted | 134 papers selected | 24 technical sessions | 11 keynote lectures | Global research participation

KIIT Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, hosted the 4^th IEEE International Conference on Industrial Electronics: Developments and Applications (IEEE ICIDeA 2026) from 29 to 31 October 2026. Organized by the School of Electrical Engineering, KIIT, the three-day international conference brought together distinguished academicians, researchers and industry professionals to exchange knowledge, showcase innovations and discuss emerging developments in industrial electronics.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by Prof. Vinod Khadkikar, Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, UAE, as the Chief Guest; Prof. Abdul Quaiyum Ansari, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, and Dr. Manmath Badapanda, Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar, as Guests of Honour; and Prof. Chinmoy Kumar Panigrahi, Director, Student Services, KIIT.

In her welcome address, Dr. Ranjeeta Patel, Conference Chair, IEEE ICIDeA 2026, and Dean (UG), CUPP & K1000 (Student Research), KIIT, highlighted the importance of the conference in promoting research excellence, technological innovation and meaningful academia–industry collaboration.

This edition witnessed an encouraging response from the research community, receiving 871 paper submissions, of which 134 papers were selected for presentation. The technical programme comprised 24 technical sessions, 11 keynote lectures, tutorials and an industrial panel discussion, providing an enriching platform for interaction and knowledge sharing.

The conference featured eminent international and national speakers, including Prof. Hani Vahedi (Delft University of Technology, Netherlands); Prof. Vinod Khadkikar (Khalifa University, UAE); Prof. Daswin De Silva (La Trobe University, Australia); Prof. Hadi Y. Kanaan and Dr. Amani Fawaz (Saint-Joseph University, Beirut); Dr. Mahajan Sagar Bhaskar (Prince Sultan University, Riyadh); Prof. Abdul Quaiyum Ansari (Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi); Prof. Premalata Jena (IIT Roorkee); Dr. Manmath Badapanda (Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar) and Dr. Prashant Kumar (Netaji Subhas University of Technology, New Delhi).

The release of the conference proceedings and felicitation of the distinguished guests were among the highlights of the inaugural ceremony. The ceremony concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. K.V.V.S.R. Chowdary, Organizing Chair, IEEE ICIDeA 2026.

The organizing committee expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS and KIMS; Prof. Saranjit Singh, Vice Chancellor, KIIT; and Prof. Jnyana Ranjan Mohanty, Pro Vice Chancellor (Administration)-cum-Registrar, KIIT, for their visionary leadership, continuous encouragement and invaluable support. Their guidance and commitment to promoting quality education, research and international collaboration have been a constant source of inspiration.

IEEE ICIDeA 2026 further strengthens KIIT’s commitment to fostering global research partnerships, encouraging innovation and advancing technological solutions to address emerging industrial challenges.