Successful culmination of Induction Programme for 1st -Year students at Dr. SSBUICET, PU

Chandigarh, August 21, 2024: The twenty one day Induction programme for first-year students of Dr. SSB UICET, PU, Chandigarh, successfully concluded on August 21, 2024. The event was attended by first-year students, their parents, organizing team of 2nd year students, the faculty and staff of the department.

Prof. Amit Chauhan, Dean Student Welfare and Prof.Simrit Kahlon, DSW Women of Panjab University, were the Guests of Honour for today’s event. Their presence was an immense source of motivation for both students and faculty.

The program began with a welcome address by Prof.Anupama Sharma, Chairperson who spoke about the department’s legacy and emphasized the pivotal role of young students in advancing the department's success. She encouraged everyone to contribute to the Department’s mission, "March to the Top," under the leadership of Prof. Renu Vig, Vice Chancellor of Panjab University.

Following this, Dr.Surinder Singh Bhinder, training and placement officer, presented an overview of the placement statistics for the previous and current years. He also deliberated on the efforts made by the department and alumni for improving the placement statistics. Prof. Amit Sobti, Controller of Examination, thereafter discussed the importance of the examination and grading system, urging students to focus on excelling in their studies.

The Enactus team of Dr. SSBUICET and their faculty advisor Prof.Seema Kapoor inspired the audience with their initiatives aimed at uplifting marginalized communities and promoting their economic stability. The presence of a significant highlight of the programme was the launch of the Under 25 Town hall, a vertical of the Collective Artists Group at the institute. Social media influencer JagritiKhurana graced the event, adding to the events significance. Additionally, a book exhibition by NEW AGE International Publishers, was held outside the auditorium facilitated by Mr. Soumya Gupta, 1998 batch alumni from DCET. All the books after the exhibition were donated to the department’s library. The event was filled with enthusiasm as the newly inducted students participated in a post-lunch cultural event featuring drama, Bhangra, and dance performances by the students of the cultural club.

The flawless execution of the Induction program was made possible by the organizing team, with Prof. Amit Sobti and Dr. Sanjeev Gautam serving as co-ordinators for the programme. Dr. Twinkle Bedi hosted the event.