- Prof Sudhir Jain urges the Class of 2024 to contribute their mite to set up an endowment fund
- Always be guided by higher values that you believe in: Director-General
- IITRAM holds 6th Convocation Ceremony for class of 2024
GOWRI MANICKAVASAGAM
AHMEDABAD, AUGUST 7
President and Acting Director of CEPT University Professor Barjor Mehta exhorted the students to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct to ensure that India has world-class infrastructure that will stand the test of time. Prof Mehta also added that “as our country grapples with the challenges of growth, the need for competent professionals with a culture of quality and integrity is non-negotiable.”
Prof Mehta was addressing as chief guest at the 6th Convocation Ceremony for Class of 2024, Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management (IITRAM) here on Monday.
“You’re graduating at a unique time in India’s development story. We are somewhere around three and a half, four trillion dollar economy today. Regardless of what happens, the momentum of this economy will surely take us far further than the 10 trillion dollar economy that we have aimed for in the medium term. What does this mean? It means that it will require professionals with the skills that you have, with the networks that you have developed, and the ability to solve problems, real world problems. And this requires infrastructure professionals, and you will play a crucial role in shaping the country’s story,” Prof Mehta said in his pep talk to the graduating students.
He further added that “Please, as Professor Sudhir Jain mentioned, a culture of quality and integrity is non-negotiable. And you carry an immense responsibility in this regard. And please keep in mind that the impact of your work will impact future generations. My generation’s problems, you have inherited them. And I’m sorry about that. I apologize on my generation’s behalf that we didn’t solve the problems, but now you have to take on these. But try and see that the next generation, the generation that comes after you, does not have to apologize. Or you don’t have to apologize to them. And you must uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct to ensure that India has world-class infrastructure that will stand the test of time.”
Prof Sudhir Jain urges the Class of 2024 to contribute their mite to set up an endowment fund
IITRAM Chairman Prof Sudhir Jain has urged the Class of 2024 to contribute their mite to set up an endowment fund so that their juniors from economically weaker sections get scholarships to pursue their dream of higher education. He also advocated that IITRAM has taught them to learn life-long so as to excel in their chosen field. Prof Jain dwelt at length that integrity was more important than the education and added that he used to appoint only men with integrity. Quoting from his own experience, Prof Jain said one has to cultivate the good habit of questioning and be wary in taking appropriate decisions.
Always be guided by higher values that you believe in: Director-General
IITRAM Director-General Prof Bhrigu Nath Singh said, “Today, as you become alumni of IITRAM, you join a distinguished group whose support has propelled our institution to new heights of excellence. Your engagement as our largest stakeholders is invaluable as we continue to evolve and thrive. Armed with the knowledge and skills from your education here, I am confident you will make a significant impact in your chosen endeavors. Stay connected with us through social media and other platforms as you embark on your journey forward. We eagerly await your updates and look forward to celebrating your future successes.”
“Finally, as you walk out today with the knowledge and experiences that you have gained from the Institute I would like to remind you, to use your abilities to not only create your future but to realize that it is also your bounded duty to strive for welfare of society, for reducing disparity therein and to empower those who are disadvantaged. Continue to aspire for deepening and broadening your knowledge, learn to experience the power of collective teamwork, and always be guided by higher values that you believe in,” Singh added.
A total of 160 graduates were conferred degrees in this convocation. Of this, 129 B.Tech, 21 M.Tech and 10 doctoral graduates received degrees. Six students, three each in Civil and Electrical Engineering, were awarded B.Tech degree with Honours. Five students in Electrical Engineering and four in Mechanical Engineering were awarded B.Tech degrees with Minors. Class of 2024 graduates from PAN-India attended this event. 7 Gold and 3 Silver medals were awarded to the meritorious students in undergraduate and postgraduate levels in all branches of Engineering.
