IIT Kanpur all set to celebrate its 65th Foundation Day

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur is all set to host its 65th Foundation Day on November 2,2024. The chief guest of the event is Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, he will address the esteemed audience and students.

Rajnath Singh, a distinguished political leader and a significant architect of nation’s defence policies, has played an essential role in modernising Indian Armed Forces and boosting national security. With decades of experience in governance and public service, the minister’s leadership continuous to shape the strategic direction of India.

His visit to the institute will prove to be a source of inspiration for students and the further academic community.

Dr K Radhakrishnan, Chairperson of the Board of Governance (BoG) at IIT Kanpur, will be the guest of honour. He will enhance the significance of the event while sharing his wisdom with the students.

Professor Manindra Agrawal, Director of IIT Kanpur, said, "The 65th Foundation Day is a significant milestone in IIT Kanpur's journey of academic excellence with a focus on research and innovation. We are pleased to welcome Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on this memorable day. His presence not only inspires us all but also reinforces our commitment to contribute to the nation's growth and technological advancement."

"This day is a celebration of our alumni's outstanding achievements and the collective efforts of our faculty, students, and staff. We look forward to continuing our legacy of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship while ensuring excellence in education at the institute."

On the auspicious occasion, IIT Kanpur will honour 18 distinguished alumni with prestigious awards. In the accolades are the Distinguished Alumnus Awards, which recognise alumni for their exceptional contributions in various aspects ; celebrating individuals who have significantly advanced the institute's mission and growth; and the Young Alumnus Awards, acknowledging remarkable achievements by alumni early in their careers, the Distinguished Services Awards.

Moreover, the institute will present three fellow awards to faculty members who made substantial contributions to the overall development of IIT Kanpur.