The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar observed its 14th Foundation Day on February 12.
DAE Homi Bhabha Chair Professor, former Principal Scientific Adviser to Government of India and former Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission, Dr Rajagopala Chidambaram graced the celebration and delivered a lecture on “Achievements in Indian Science and Technology: Raman Effect to Nuclear Power."
He said that the contributions of IIT Bhubaneswar is globally recognised for producing outstanding graduates and new knowledge. IIT Bhubaneswar is also on a path of the Bhubaneswar City knowledge innovation.
He further said that the Institute should learn from the culture and the way of doing research from the senior scientists of the country. He credited the Director for his visionary approach, new ideas, future plans, leadership, tireless efforts and sheer determination which led the institute to scale new heights.
Former Chairman BOG, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Prof Dhanush Dhari Mishra graced as the guest of honour on the occasion. The event was presided over by Director, IIT Bhubaneswar, Prof RV Raja Kumar and was organized in hybrid mode with physical presence as well as virtual presence of the fraternity and guests.
Prof Raja Kumar briefly highlighted the journey of the institute and the rapid strides it is making in its development.
Prof Raja Kumar in the presence of Dr Chidambaram and Prof Mishra felicitated the faculty, staff and students of the institute.
