It gives me immense pleasure to present the proceedings of the First Virtual International Multidisciplinary Conference on Science, Technology, and Sustainable Development: 2025 (IMCSTSD:2025), held on December 21-22, 2025. This landmark conference brought together researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and students from across the globe to share their insights, innovations, and experiences in advancing science, technology, and sustainable development.

The conference was organized by Dr. P. V. Pawar Research and Innovation Center, Maharashtra, India, under the aegis of Vishwas Tatya Foundation, in association with VT International Press Ltd., London, UK. The virtual format of this conference enabled unprecedented participation from diverse geographical locations, fostering truly international collaboration and knowledge exchange.

In an era where sustainability has become not just a choice but a necessity, this conference provided a vital platform for interdisciplinary dialogue. The papers presented span multiple domains including engineering, technology, environmental sciences, social sciences, and humanities, all unified by the common thread of sustainable development. Each contribution reflects the commitment of researchers worldwide to address pressing global challenges through innovative and sustainable solutions.

This proceedings volume comprises carefully selected and peer-reviewed papers that were presented during the two-day conference. The review process was rigorous, ensuring that only high-quality research with significant contributions to their respective fields found place in this compilation. The multidisciplinary nature of the conference is reflected in the diversity of topics covered, ranging from renewable energy and green technologies to artificial intelligence, social innovation, and policy frameworks for sustainable development.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the authors who submitted their valuable research work, the reviewers who dedicated their time and expertise to ensure the quality of publications, and the organizing committee members whose tireless efforts made this conference a success. Special thanks to our resource persons—Dr. Abubakar Jumare, Dr. Mohini Gurav, and Dr. Rahulkumar S. Hingole —whose expertise and guidance enriched the conference experience.

I am confident that this proceedings volume will serve as a valuable reference for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers working toward a more sustainable and technologically advanced future. May the ideas and innovations presented here inspire continued collaboration and progress in addressing the complex challenges facing our world today.

Dr. P. V. Pawar
President,
Dr. P. V. Pawar Research and Innovation Center,
Maharashtra, India