An expert lecture on “Contemporary Literature for Engineers” was organised for Semester III students of the Integrated B.Tech. (Mechanical Engineering)–MBA programme as part of the course Contemporary Literature by the Department of Humanities and Social
Sciences, Institute of Technology, Nirma University, on 1 October 2026, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM in Room W309, Institute of Technology,
Nirma University. The session was delivered by Dr. Vagisha Mishra, Assistant Professor, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, NIT Surat. She highlighted how literature goes beyond storytelling to foster cultural awareness, empathy, introspection, and critical thinking. She also discussed how digital storytelling makes literature more accessible to engineering students, helping them understand
diverse perspectives and develop a broader understanding of the world, society, and human values.
