International Conference on Reverse Logistics and Circular Economy Strategies for Sustainable Development (ICRCSD 2025)

Dates: 15–16 July 2025

Venue: Vishwakarma University, Pune, Maharashtra, India

Mode: Hybrid (Online & Offline)

Organized by: Vishwakarma University, Pune

In collaboration with: SUNY Binghamton University, New York, USA

Publication Partners: Apple Academic Press (AAP) & CRC Press (Taylor & Francis Group)

Inauguration Ceremony Highlights

Date & Time: 15th July 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM

Venue: Auditorium, Building 1, Vishwakarma University

The inauguration of ICRCSD 2025 marked a grand opening to two days of academic and professional engagement on sustainable development themes. The ceremony
commenced with the arrival of esteemed dignitaries, followed by a traditional lighting of the ceremonial lamp.

Dignitary Addresses:

• Prof. (Dr.) Kailas Patil, Dean, Faculty of Science & Technology, Vishwakarma University, and General Chair, welcomed all attendees and outlined the objectives of the conference.
• Prof. (Dr.) Sachi Nandan Mohanty, Professor at VIT-AP and General Chair, emphasized the urgency of collaborative research in circular economy strategies.
• Prof. (Dr.) Pankaj Dutta, Professor at IIT Bombay and Chief Guest, delivered a keynote reflection on optimizing reverse logistics to meet sustainability goals.
• A specially recorded video message was presented by Dr. Atul Kelkar, Dean, Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science, SUNY Binghamton University, USA, who also serves as a General Chair of ICRCSD 2025. Dr. Kelkar underscored the significance of global academic partnerships in shaping resilient and sustainable ecosystems.
• Dr. Wasudeo Gade, Vice President, Vishwakarma University, encouraged academia to lead in shaping eco-conscious innovation.
• Prof. (Dr.) Ashutosh Marathe, Vice Chancellor, Vishwakarma University, highlighted institutional efforts toward sustainability-oriented education and research.
• The ceremony concluded with the formal release of the Abstract Souvenir by the dignitaries and a vote of thanks acknowledging contributors and partners.

Keynote Sessions

Following the inauguration, two distinguished keynote sessions were conducted:

• Prof.(Dr.) Pankaj Dutta, IIT Bombay, presented on “Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Last-Mile Logistics”.
• Mr. Rahul Naik, Forbes Marshall, Pune, delivered insights into industrial perspectives on circular economy integration.

Technical Sessions and Paper Presentations

ICRCSD 2025 featured 16 high-quality research papers presented across five thematic tracks, encompassing both online and offline formats:

Conference Tracks & Themes:

1. Reverse Logistics & Supply Chain Management
2. Circular Economy Models & Business Strategies
3. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) & Environmental Policy
4. Technological Innovations & Digital Transformation
5. Industry-Specific Circular Economy Applications

Each session was chaired by subject experts from academia and industry, fostering rich dialogues and feedback loops. The presented research spanned innovative topics such as:

• AI and block chain for reverse logistics,
• Real-time waste monitoring with LoRaWAN,
• Medical waste management,
• Optimization frameworks for circular economy,
• Life cycle extension in computing to reduce e-waste.

Conclusion

ICRCSD 2025 successfully brought together researchers, industry professionals, and policy advocates to exchange knowledge, best practices, and emerging strategies in sustainability. With keynote insights, scholarly research, and international collaboration, the conference underscored the pivotal role of reverse logistics and circular economy in driving sustainable development. The hybrid format enabled inclusive participation, amplifying the global impact of this flagship event.