Indian Demolition Association (IDA) successfully concluded a workshop on Innovative Techniques in Demolition & Recycling on August 25, 2025 with the participation of 100+ delegates, at the Chennai Trade Centre during Conex South. The workshop focused on advancing knowledge, sharing practical experiences, and exploring modern methods to improve safety and sustainability in demolition and recycling. It brought together industry experts, and professionals to exchange insights and discuss solutions for current challenges and future opportunities.
MR. MOHAN RAMANATHAN Founder and Past Chairman, Indian Demolition Association
Workshop Presentations
- Mr. Mohan Ramanathan, Founder of IDA and Managing Director of Advance Construction Technologies Pvt. Ltd., outlined modern demolition methods using heavy machinery and their role in transforming project execution across India.
- Mr. Ram Matte, Chairman of IDA and Principal of Matte Associates, presented a demolition project case study, illustrating planning processes, execution challenges, and key lessons learned.
- Mr. Kannan Paulthurai, Director of PK Unique Projects Pvt. Ltd., highlighted the role of IDA and regional workshops, stressing how such sessions promote knowledge transfer and strengthen professional networks in demolition and recycling.
- Mr. Fazrulla Basha, Managing Director of Abcon Concrete Surgeons Pvt. Ltd., addressed safety in demolition, sharing practical guidelines on risk management, operational discipline, and adherence to safety standards.
- Dr. Prakash Doraiswamy, Director of Air Quality at WRI India, presented approaches for data-based management of construction dust, with emphasis on monitoring tools and mitigation practices for urban demolition sites.
Interactive Session
Following the presentations, Q&A session engaged participants on topics such as equipment optimization, waste recycling methods, dust suppression technologies, and evolving regulatory requirements.
Delegates also took part in an open discussion, contributing their field experiences and suggestions on strengthening industry practices. The exchange highlighted the collective intent to advance safe and sustainable demolition methods in India.
IDA Committee Members with CONEXPO Members
Main Aims of the Workshop
- Promote safe, sustainable, and technology-driven demolition and recycling practices.
- Provide a platform for knowledge exchange and professional networking.
- Recognition of mechanization as a driver for efficiency and safety.
- Enhance awareness of safety protocols and best practices in demolition.
- Address environmental concerns, with a focus on dust management and recycling.
- Strengthened professional networking among demolition practitioners.
Snapshots from the Workshop
Participation
The workshop saw participation from over 100 delegates, highlighting strong interest from stakeholders across the construction and demolition sectors. Attendees included demolition contractors, equipment operators and suppliers, construction companies, builders, civil contractors, and independent consultants and professionals.
IDA is broadening its industry reach, having earlier tied up with Messe Muenchen India for Bauma India and now joining hands for Conex South to promote demolition and recycling practices. It has also reaffirmed its commitment to holding regional workshops and conferences to advance demolition techniques and practices across India.
The workshop was supported by FINE EQUIPMENTS (INDIA) PVT. LTD , HARSHA ENTERPRISES and BALENTRA TECHNOLOGIES.
About IDA
The Indian Demolition Association (IDA), formed in November 2019, is India’s first industry body dedicated to the demolition sector. It is a professional body committed to advancing the demolition industry and its allied sectors in India. IDA provides a platform for demolition contractors, consultants, equipment manufacturers, scrap handlers, and infrastructure firms to collaborate, exchange knowledge, and promote recycling of construction and demolition (C&D) waste while aligning Indian practices with international standards.
Since its inception, IDA has organized conferences and workshops across the country, with its marquee event, the DEMTECH conference, emerging as the flagship platform for the industry. The first edition of the conference was held in 2019 in Mumbai, followed by the 2023 in Bengaluru and 2024 in Greater Noida (Delhi NCR). The workshops and conferences bring together industry leaders, experts, and professionals to exchange knowledge, showcase innovations, and address sector challenges.
