Inauguration of Balmer Lawrie Travel Desk at IIT Roorkee
Travel Desk, established by Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd., was formally inaugurated at IIT Roorkee on 31st January 2025 by Mr. Adhip Nath Palchaudhuri, CMD, Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. Prof. R D Garg, Dean of Resources & Alumni Affairs, along with other officials from IIT Roorkee and Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. graced the ceremony with their presence.
Roorkee, January 31, 2025: Travel Desk, established by Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd., was formally inaugurated at IIT Roorkee on 31st January 2025 by Mr. Adhip Nath Palchaudhuri, CMD, Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. Prof. R D Garg, Dean of Resources & Alumni Affairs, along with other officials from IIT Roorkee and Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. graced the ceremony with their presence.
The Travel Desk, a collaboration between IIT Roorkee and Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd., is aimed at providing comprehensive travel solutions and services to the IIT Roorkee community, enhancing the convenience for faculties, staff and students. This initiative is part of IIT Roorkee’s continuous efforts to foster strong ties with industry leaders and provide value-added services to its members.
Prof. K K Pant, Director IIT Roorkee highlighted the importance of industry collaborations in enriching the overall experience at IIT Roorkee. He conveyed his gratitude to Balmer Lawrie for its support and partnership. Prof. R D Garg also noted the potential impact of the Travel Desk in simplifying travel arrangements for the campus community.
Adhip Nath Palchaudhuri (BE- E&C- 1992), an esteemed IITR alumnus, emphasized Balmer Lawrie's enduring commitment to excellence and its steadfast support for educational institutions in his address. He expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership with IIT Roorkee, which will provide valuable services to IITR fraternity.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by several faculty members, staff, and students, marking a significant milestone in the continued collaboration between IIT Roorkee and Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd.
The Travel Desk is now operational, and services will be available for all members of the IIT Roorkee community.