Guest Lecture on Thermal Power Plant
Working and Recent Developments in Thermal Power Generation
Industry Expert Interaction
The Mechanical Engineering Department of Marathwada Mitra Mandal’s Polytechnic, Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune, organized an informative guest lecture on “Thermal Power Plant: Working and Recent Developments” on Tuesday, 28th July 2026. The session provided students with valuable industry-oriented knowledge about thermal power generation, turbine technology and maintenance practices.
Event Details
28 July 2026
10:15 AM to 12:15 PM
Mechanical Engineering
48 Students
ME3K
Mr. G. K. Raje
Mrs. P. R. Savalajkar
Mr. Arvind Paranjape
Retired Assistant General Manager
TATA Power Company Ltd., Mumbai
Topics Covered During the Session
Working of Thermal Power Plant
Students learned about the fundamental working principles of thermal power plants and the process of converting thermal energy into electrical energy through different stages of power generation.
Recent Developments in Turbines
The session highlighted recent developments in turbine technology, efficiency improvement techniques and modern innovations adopted in thermal power generation systems.
Maintenance of Turbine and Boiler
Practical insights were shared regarding maintenance procedures, reliability, safety and efficient operation of turbines and boilers used in thermal power plants.
Learning Outcomes
The lecture provided Mechanical Engineering students with practical exposure to the working of thermal power plants, modern turbine developments and industrial maintenance practices. The industry experience shared by the guest speaker helped students connect theoretical knowledge with real-world engineering applications.
Conclusion
The guest lecture was highly informative and beneficial for the students of Mechanical Engineering. The practical knowledge and extensive industry experience shared by Mr. Arvind Paranjape provided valuable insights into thermal power generation, turbine technology and maintenance practices. The session encouraged students to explore modern developments and career opportunities in the power and energy sector.
Guest Lecture Photo Gallery
Glimpses from the guest lecture on Thermal Power Plant: Working and Recent Developments.
Marathwada Mitra Mandal’s Polytechnic
Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune – 33
Academic Year 2026–27 | Mechanical Engineering Department
