CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: World University of Design (WUD), India’s first University dedicated to education in the creative domain, has honored Professor Lalit Kumar Das with the prestigious “Design Guru” Award on November 11, 2024, at a glittering ceremony on their campus. Professor LK Das stands out as a pioneering force in industrial design education, renowned for his innovative approaches to inclusive and sustainable design. His leadership in the field has not only shaped the next generation of designers but also underlined the importance of creating products and environments that are accessible and beneficial for all.
This award presented by the World University of Design, marks the occasion of National Design Guru Day, commemorating leaders who have made transformative contributions to design education in India, shaping the future of design and inspiring generations of creative minds. National Design Guru Day, celebrated each year on November 9th, was established to recognize the pioneering generation of design educators who laid the foundation for design education in India. The day these design leaders are honored coincides with the birth anniversary of late Professor MP Ranjan, an influential figure in design thinking and education at the National Institute of Design (NID).
Over the years, World University of Design has honored distinguished leaders with the “Design Guru” Award, including Prof. A G Krishna Menon, Prof. Iftikar Mulk Chishti, Sh. Rajeev Sethi, Prof. Jatin Bhatt, Prof. Archana Shastri and Ms. Laila Tyabji.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Vice Chancellor of World University of Design (WUD), stated, “Since its inception in 2017, we have made this day an opportunity to celebrate those who have exceptionally impacted the Indian design landscape. It’s our privilege to carry forward this legacy by acknowledging a leading design pioneer every year. WUD is thrilled to recognize Professor Das’s contributions with the 2024 Design Guru Award, celebrating his commitment to advancing design education and his profound impact on the design community.”
The “Design Guru” Award recognized Professor Das’s notable contributions to Industrial Design education in India, particularly through his foundational work at IIT Delhi, where he developed a unique curriculum that seamlessly integrates design thinking with industrial expertise. His influence as an educator has left a significant impact on numerous students who have excelled in national and international design competitions and have risen as leaders across India’s top design studios.
Prof. Lalit Kumar Das- A pioneering force in industrial design education.
Professor Das’s academic journey began with a B.Tech from IIT Kanpur, followed by an M.Tech in Design Engineering from IIT Delhi, and culminated in a Master of Arts in Industrial Design from the prestigious Royal College of Art, London. Spanning across a range of sectors, he has contributed to innovative product design, ergonomic studies for Delhi, Bangalore and Hyderabad metro systems, and has also made impactful contributions to inclusive design for individuals with disabilities.
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