Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Oct 11: The two-day annual alumni meet, SANGAM-2025, concluded at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Srinagar on Saturday.
The event was organized by the office of Dean Alumni and International Affairs (A&IA) in collaboration with the NIT Srinagar Alumni Association, bringing together distinguished alumni, faculty, students, and guests from across the country.
The event was presided over by Prof A. Ravinder Nath, Vice Chancellor of Central University of Kashmir; In-charge Director NIT Srinagar Prof Roohie Naaz Mir; Dean Alumni and International Affairs Dr Prof MA Shah; Registrar Prof. Atikur Rehman and former Director Prof A M Wani.
Other guests included Ram Mohan, Dr Pradeep Tyle, and Mally Chatterjee, Amir Ali, and Chairman NLCO Manzoor Wangnoo.
In his keynote address, Prof Ravinder Nath, highlighted the importance of effective communication, strong connections, and coordinated efforts among the alumni network to enhance the growth and reputation of NIT Srinagar.
“Alumni serve as a vital bridge between the institute and the global professional community, facilitating mentorship, industry linkages, and opportunities for current students,” he said.
Prof Nath also encouraged the alumni to participate in institutional initiatives actively, contribute to research and innovation and strengthen the bond with their alma mater for the collective development of students and the institute.
Director NIT Srinagar, Prof Binod Kumar Kanaujia, commended the organizing committee for successfully hosting SANGAM-2025 and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the institute’s global reputation.
“Our alumni are our strongest ambassadors. Their continued association with the institute helps us evolve academically and socially,” he said.
Prof Kanaujia said NIT Srinagar stands at a crucial juncture of transformation, and alumni engagement will be pivotal in achieving our collective goals.
Prof. Roohie said NIT Srinagar had made significant progress in research, innovation and student welfare over the past few years. She said that the institute aimed to deepen its alumni engagement through joint academic and social initiatives.
Prof AM Wani, former Director of NIT Srinagar, praised the organizers for conducting the event and reflected on the institute’s journey since its inception. He said NIT Srinagar’s growth story has been shaped by its visionary faculty and globally successful alumni.
Institute Registrar Prof Atikur Rehman presented a detailed account of the institute’s academic progress, research achievements, and infrastructural developments.
Chairman of NLCO, Manzoor Wagnoo, appreciated NIT Srinagar’s efforts in organizing SANGAM-2025 and reconnecting generations of graduates.
He emphasized the need for stronger industry-academia linkages to make technical education more relevant to emerging global challenges.
The highlight of the morning was the release of “Bridges & Beacons: A Chronicle of NIT Srinagar” by the dignitaries. The dignitaries later felicitated faculty, students and volunteers.
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