Excelsior Correspondent
Srinagar, May 31: Director National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar Prof. (Dr.) Rakesh Sehgal today inaugurated the ‘Dhaatu-Mitra Club’ on the campus.
The Dhaatu-Mitra Club is a technical club affiliated with NIT Srinagar’s Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Department.
“Its main aim is to raise awareness of the Metallurgy and Materials Engineering Department both on and off-campus,” NIT said.
The inaugural event was attended by prominent figures, including Kunal Saha, Secretary-General of the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), and the event was presided over by Director NIT Srinagar Prof. (Dr.) Rakesh Sehgal.
Addressing the gathering in his key speech, Prof. Sehgal congratulated the staff and students for starting this robust initiative.
He appreciated the organizers and stated that such activities are the need of the hour for the all-around development.
Prof. Sehgal said this club will act as a platform for students wherein they can showcase their talent and skills to be professionals.
Registrar NIT Srinagar, Prof. Syed Kaiser Bukhari said the metallurgical department is one of the oldest departments in the Institute and over the recent years it has grown tremendously.
Head MME Department, Dr. Yashwant Mehta appreciated the efforts of the staff and students whilst embracing the students with his presence and aura.
He also expressed his gratitude to Director NIT for approving the club on short-term notice and stated this club will act platform for young students.