Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director, IIT Bombay inaugurated a state-of-the-art 3D-printed concrete security cabin, marking a significant milestone in sustainable construction and advanced manufacturing technologies in India on 5th January, 2026. The structure was unveiled in the presence of Institute functionaries, faculty members, researchers and students from the Department of Civil Engineering.
“This innovative cabin, designed and fabricated entirely using 3D concrete printing technology, demonstrates the Institute’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge research for real-world infrastructure solutions. The project showcases the integration of digital fabrication, sustainable materials and automated construction methods, enabling rapid, cost-effective and environmentally-conscious building solutions,” said Prof. Kedare.
Developed jointly by the Department of Civil Engineering and the IIT Bombay 3D Concrete Printing Lab, the cabin was printed using a customized concrete mixture that was developed in-house, that ensures high durability and structural performance while minimizing material wastage. From concrete mixture development, parametric design, structural design to execution, the entire project was driven by the students of IIT Bombay. The printing process was completed in less than 30 hours, illustrating the potential of additive manufacturing to revolutionize small-to-medium scale infrastructure on campuses, industrial facilities and urban and rural sites.
Prof. Ravindra Gudi, Deputy Director (FIA), highlighted that this 3D concrete printer was procured through the Institute of Eminence (IoE) Funds and is helping both internal and external users print structures that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also have excellent thermal comfort. The printed security cabin will now serve as a functional unit at Hostel 10, providing both a demonstration platform for future research and a tangible example of India’s progress toward automated, sustainable construction technologies.
Prof. Najeeb Shariff, Professor-in-Charge of the project said, “This project represents IIT Bombay’s efforts to translate research into practical innovations that redefine conventional construction practices. 3D concrete printing holds immense promise for rapid construction of houses, infrastructure and post-disaster re-development across India”.