The Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gandhi Institute of Engineering and Technology (GIET) University, Odisha, Gunupur, in collaboration with Igniting Dreams of Young Minds (IDYM) Foundation and the Department of Computer & Robotics Education, University of UYO, Nigeria, successfully organized the 1st International Conference on Resourceful Solutions for Sustainable Engineering (RSSE-2024) on December 6th & 7th, 2024 in hybrid mode. The inaugural ceremony on December 6th, 2024, featured a warm welcome address by Dr. Kali Charan Rath, Convener of RSSE-2024, followed by an address by Dr. A. V. N. L. Sharma, Vice Chancellor of GIET University. The event was graced by Mr. Sushil Kumar Tripathi, Vice President-HR & Administration at PSP Projects Limited, Gujarat, India, as the Chief Guest, who highlighted the significance of sustainable engineering in modern industries. The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Santosh Kumar Tripathy, Co-Convener of RSSE-2024, acknowledging the collaborative efforts of all organizers, speakers, and participants.