President Murmu to Attend 45th Convocation of IIT ISM Dhanbad Today. 1880 Students to Receive Degrees, Topper Priyanshu Sharma to be Awarded President's Gold Medal.
Jharkhand: President Droupadi Murmu will attend the 45th convocation of the Indian School of Mines (ISM), now known as IIT (ISM), in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, on Friday. Just a day prior, she graced the first convocation of AIIMS in Deoghar. Now, she is scheduled to be present at the event of this prominent institution in Dhanbad.
Priyanshu Sharma to Receive President's Gold Medal
At the ceremony, Priyanshu Sharma, a B.Tech student in Computer Science and Engineering, will be awarded the President's Gold Medal. He secured the top ranking in the 2024-25 batch. This award, presented by the President of the country, is a significant step towards inspiring the nation's best technical students.
1880 Students to be Awarded Degrees
A total of 1,880 students will be awarded degrees in various disciplines at this convocation ceremony. These degrees will be conferred upon students at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD levels. Additionally, 37 students will receive gold medals, 35 will receive silver medals, and 21 will be given incentive awards at the ceremony.
Presence of Several Dignitaries Expected
Several prominent leaders and officials are expected to attend this ceremony. The presence of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar, and Chief Minister Hemant Soren is anticipated. The presence of all these dignitaries will further enhance the dignity of the ceremony.
Historical Background of ISM
IIT (ISM), Dhanbad, was established on December 9, 1926. It was founded along the lines of the prestigious Royal School of Mines, London. Its objective was to prepare trained and skilled professionals for the rapidly emerging mining industry in India. Over time, this institution has become a leader not only in mining but also in Computer Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and other engineering branches.
The Evolving Form of IIT (ISM)
In 2016, it was granted the status of an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), after which the institution became ready to compete globally. Its alumni are working in large tech companies, government institutions, and research organizations both in India and abroad.
