NICMAR University Pune Hosts 10th ICCRIP 2026 to Shape India’s Built Environment

The two-day ICCRIP 2026 serves as a platform for knowledge exchange, research and dialogue on emerging developments across construction, real estate, infrastructure and project management. The first day focused on sustainable urban development, institutional capacity and effective project delivery as India responds to the growing scale and complexity of its infrastructure and urbanisation needs.

Dr. Vijay Gupchup, President, NICMAR University Pune and Chief Patron, ICCRIP 2026, said, “India’s cities and infrastructure are expanding at a pace that demands new thinking around how we plan, build and deliver projects. The discussions at ICCRIP 2026 reinforced that sustainable development cannot be achieved through policy or technology alone; it requires skilled professionals, stronger institutional capacity and closer collaboration between academia, industry and policymakers. As an institution dedicated to the built environment, NICMAR University has a responsibility to help bridge this gap by creating knowledge, developing future-ready talent and providing platforms where research and industry experience can come together to address real-world challenges.”

A key highlight of Day 1 was the panel discussion, “Building Sustainable Cities: Bridging Policy, Capacity, and Project Delivery,” which brought together industry and academic perspectives on translating India’s urban development ambitions into sustainable and effectively delivered projects. The discussion highlighted the need to bridge the gap between policy and on-ground execution, strengthen institutional and professional capacity, and foster greater collaboration among academia, industry and policymakers.

The inaugural session was graced by Mr. Jayanta Basu, Managing Director, Cemindia Projects Limited, as the Chief Guest, and Mr. Don Ward, Chief Executive, CIB, UK, as the Guest of Honour. The session was attended by Dr. Vijay Gupchup, President, NICMAR University Pune and Chief Patron; Dr. Anil L Agarwal, VC, NICMAR University Pune and Conference Patron; Dr. Rajni Kant Rajhans, Dean-R&D, NICMAR University Pune and Conference Convener; Dr. Tapash Kumar Ganguli, Director General, NICMAR and Conference Mentor; along with senior representatives from industry and academia, NICMAR University leadership, faculty members, researchers and students.

The wider deliberations focused on the changing nature of project delivery as infrastructure and urban development become increasingly complex. Speakers emphasised multidisciplinary capabilities, embedding sustainability across the project lifecycle, strengthening knowledge exchange between academia and industry, and preparing professionals for the evolving demands of the built environment.

In addition to the panel discussion, the conference featured keynote addresses, technical sessions and practitioner-led conversations, enabling researchers, academicians and industry professionals to exchange perspectives on emerging practices, research and evolving challenges across construction, real estate, infrastructure and project management.

The conference will continue on August 22 with further technical sessions, expert-led discussions and knowledge-sharing engagements. The second and final day will build on the opening day’s deliberations, bringing together researchers, academicians and industry practitioners to explore emerging developments and strengthen the connection between research and real-world application across the built environment.

ICCRIP 2026 features seven key segments: Research Papers, Case Studies, Practitioners’ Perspectives, Doctoral Colloquium, Hackathon, Paper Development Workshop and Editors’ Conclave, and an Industry Showcase.

Now in its 10th edition, ICCRIP reflects NICMAR University’s continued focus on strengthening dialogue between academia and industry and creating a platform for research, knowledge exchange and conversations that respond to the evolving needs of the construction, real estate, infrastructure and project management sectors.

Established in 1983, NICMAR is an autonomous, non-governmental, not-for-profit and India’s only premier CRIP (Construction, Real Estate, Infrastructure, Project) dedicated education institute. Backed by some of the largest and leading construction companies, NICMAR is recognised for academic excellence, industry relevance, and strong placement outcomes, with four campuses in Pune, Hyderabad, Delhi-NCR and Mumbai. The Institute is recognised globally for its contributions to the built environment.