- 456 students graduate with digital degrees at the 12th Convocation of IITGN
- Total 48 students received 58 medals, including 42 gold medals and 16 silver medals for outstanding academic performances and other proficiencies
- For the first time, IITGN also present Institute Fellow Awards to Kushal Sacheti, serial entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist, and Rajesh (Raj) Mashruwala, Founding President of the IIT Gandhinagar Foundation in the United States
- Accept the challenges that come your way, for they will be the stepping-stones to your personal and professional growth:Dr Rajiv Modi, Chairman & Managing Director, Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd and Chairman of the IITGN Board of Governors
- Around 12% of total graduating students and 13% of graduating BTech students have opted to pursue higher studies in reputed global universities
NE EDUCATION BUREAU
GANDHINAGAR, JULY 30
Dr BVR Mohan Reddy on Saturday advocated the graduating students to create technologies that promote inclusivity, equality, & sustainability on a global scale and follow the path of ethics and sustainability for the betterment of humanity.
IITGN hosted the 12th Convocation ceremony of the Institute today in a grand manner. The Institute conferred degrees to a total of 456 students including 73 PhD, 43 MTech, 1 BTech-MTech Dual, 108 MSc, 23 MA, 8 PGDIIT, 3 BTech Dual Major, 196 BTech, and 1 BSc (Engg) degrees. pic.twitter.com/c78JqMHtbE
— IIT Gandhinagar (@iitgn) July 29, 2023
Dr BVR Mohan Reddy, Founder Chairman and Board Member, Cyient, a global technology solutions company, was delivering the Convocation Address at the 12th Convocation of the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN).
During his address Dr @BVRMohanReddy, honourable chief guest for the Convocation motivated the students and said, “Seize the opportunities, confront the challenges & together let’s shape a future where technology elevates the human experience and makes the world a better place”. pic.twitter.com/undiaipBsV
— IIT Gandhinagar (@iitgn) July 29, 2023
Dr Mohan Reddy urged the graduating students to reflect upon various opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in the field of technology and the impact it can create to solve some of the most pressing global concerns. He highlighted four significant points that play a huge role in the growth of an individual as well as society, including the 1) Power of Technology, 2) Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 3) Ethics, and 4) Sustainability.
Recipients of various gold and silver medals being felicitated during the #12thConvocation ceremony at IITGN. #Convocation2023 #IITGNConvocation #Classof2023 #IITGN12thConvocation pic.twitter.com/PONCdvolJE
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Elaborating on the unique aspects of each of them, Dr Reddy encouraged students to imbibe them and said, “Technology is not just a field of study or a career choice; it is a powerful force that drives innovation, shapes industries, and transforms society. It is therefore essential for us to explore the power of emerging technologies that will define the trajectory of our world and address pressing global challenges, such as climate change, inequality, and healthcare accessibility. On the other hand, innovation is the lifeblood of entrepreneurship, which challenges the status quo, seeks out opportunities, transforms ideas into action, propels technological advancements, and fuels economic growth. By recognising unmet needs, understanding market dynamics, and applying your technical knowledge, you have the power to conceive transformative innovations that shape entire industries and improve lives.”
Prof Rajat Moona, Director, IITGN and Chairman, Senate presenting the degree to the graduating PhD students of IITGN.#Convocation2023 #IITGNConvocation #Classof2023 #IITGN12thConvocation@directoriitgn pic.twitter.com/qRYxRrCVQw
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Urging students to follow the path of ethics and sustainability, Dr Reddy said, “As you step into the professional world, I urge you to utilise your knowledge and skills with a sense of purpose – to harness technology for the betterment of our society. Consider the ethical implications of your work and aspire to create technologies that promote inclusivity, equality, and sustainability on a global scale because your expertise in technology will be crucial in reshaping industries and driving sustainable practices.”
#IITGN12thConvocation: For the first time from this year, the graduating students of IITGN will be awarded verifiable and tamper-proof digital degrees, mark sheets, and medal certificates in USB drives, which they can access from anywhere.#Convocation2023 #Classof2023 pic.twitter.com/ks6Eavhwp0
— IIT Gandhinagar (@iitgn) July 29, 2023
Dr Reddy further said, “As you graduate from a brilliant technology institution, seize the opportunities, confront the challenges, and together let’s shape a future where technology elevates the human experience and makes the world a better place for generations to come.”
Dr Rajiv Modi, Chairman & Managing Director, Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd and Chairman of the IITGN Board of Governors, said, “With a clear vision and articulated aspirations to become the third-largest economy in the world, opportunities are growing in the country. There is an increasing demand for skilled professionals to engage in cutting-edge research and innovation across various industries, opening up excellent career prospects for participating in the growth of our economy.”
Prof Rajat Moona, Director, IITGN highlighted a number of academic innovations that the Institute implemented this year, including establishment of 13 distinct academic departments to enable more effective academic administration; introduction of a novel, flexible, and hands-on UG curriculum from the academic year 2022 that is in resonance with the National Education Policy; revised lecture slots to optimise classroom resources and facilitate better learning experiences; introduction of a new BTech degree programme in Artificial Intelligence starting from the Academic Year 2023-24; and soon to be launched e-Masters programs in “Industrial Safety Engineering” and “Energy Policy and Regulation”; among others. The Institute has also made significant strides in research and development. With over 550 journal articles, 10 granted patents, 50 sponsored and consultancy projects, and substantial funding of about Rs 52 crores in the past year, the R&D output has been impressive.
Prof Moona concluded his speech by quoting a portion from Steve Jobs’ commencement speech at Stanford University in 2005, where he had said – “Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.”
For the first time, the Institute awarded verifiable and tamper-proof digital degrees, mark sheets, and medal certificates in USB drives to all 456 students. They include 73 PhD students, 43 MTech students, 1 BTech-MTech Dual Degree student, 108 MSc students, 23 MA students, 8 PGDIIT students, 3 BTech Dual Major students, 196 BTech students, and 1 BSc (Engineering) student. Apart from this, the Institute has also uploaded these digital degrees into students’ DigiLocker, which they will be able to access and download in PDF format with their Aadhaar authentication from anywhere. A total of 16 students from the class of 2023 have completed their BTech in less semesters than the usual eight semesters.
This year, 48 students received 58 medals, including 42 gold medals and 16 silver medals for excellence in various categories such as academics, outstanding research, innovation, leadership, social service, sports, arts & culture, and so on.
For the first time, IITGN also presented Institute Fellow Awards to Kushal Sacheti, serial entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist, and Rajesh (Raj) Mashruwala, founder of a number of technology companies and Founding President of the IIT Gandhinagar Foundation in the United States, to honour their pivotal role in IITGN’s growth and development over the years.
Around 12% of total graduating students and 13% of graduating BTech students have opted to pursue higher studies.
