Bhubaneswar, Dec 29: With the objective of reconnecting with its alumni and celebrating their achievements beyond graduation, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar organised its 4thAlumni Meet on 27th and 28th December.
The two-day programme provided a vibrant platform for alumni to revisit the campus, engage with faculty members and current students, and share valuable feedback for the institute’s continued growth.
The inaugural session featured an interaction by Prof. Shreepad Karmalkar, Director of the Institute, who highlighted recent developments and initiatives undertaken by the Institute in the areas of teaching-learning, research, industry-academia collaboration, entrepreneurship development, teacher education, alumni connect, social responsibility, mental wellness and promoting Bharatiyata.
Prof. Ashis Biswas, Dean of Alumni Affairs, Corporate & International Relations, welcomed the alumni and emphasised the importance of sustained engagement with the Institute. Pratik Pattanaik, President, Alumni Association, IIT Bhubaneswar, also addressed the gathering.
Following the inaugural session, alumni visited key facilities including the Semiconductor Laboratory and the Research & Entrepreneurship Park. They also toured the academic schools and campus infrastructure to witness the significant developments undertaken by the Institute. An interactive session titled “Adapting to AI: IITBBS & Alumni” was organised on the first day, featuring Dr. Debi Prasad Dogra, Head, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, along with alumni speakers, who discussed emerging trends and challenges in AI adoption.
The programme also included a talk by Prof. Ashis Biswas on his recent research breakthrough titled “Development of a Novel TB Vaccine Candidate—HSP Subunit Vaccine in Adjuvant (DDA) Against Mycobacterium tuberculosis.”
On the second day, alumni interacted with members of the IIT Bhubaneswar Research & Entrepreneurship Park and entrepreneurs from incubated startups, gaining insights into the Institute’s efforts to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the State.
A heritage visit to Dhauli Shanti Stupa was also organised during the 2-day programme. The 4th Alumni Meet concluded with a vibrant cultural evening presented by Parampara, the cultural club of IIT Bhubaneswar.
