IIT Roorkee Snippets
 
May - June, 2023
 

IIT Roorkee has secured the first rank in the NIRF Ranking 2023 for Architecture and Planning
 
Department of Architecture and Planning at IIT Roorkee has maintained its unparalleled position as the top-ranked institution in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) for 2023. This marks the third consecutive time that Department of Architecture and Planning, IIT Roorkee has achieved the first rank in the NIRF India ranking.


IIT Roorkee and Indian Oil (IOCL) have inked MoU to promote Education, Research, and Innovation
 
IIT Roorkee and Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) have signed an MOU to collaborate on the promotion of Education, Research and Innovation.
This collaboration aims to offer Indian Oil - IIT Roorkee (IOIITR) research fellowships to Ph.D. students of IIT Roorkee. The fellowships will enable these students to pursue their Ph.D. research work under the joint supervision of IIT Roorkee and IOCL, focusing on topics of industrial importance.


IIT-Roorkee celebrated National Tech Day in the presence of Governor Lt. Gen. (Retd) Gurmit Singh
 
IIT Roorkee celebrated National Technology Day on May 11th, 2023, with various events in the Multi-Activity Centre Auditorium. The events were attended as the chief guest by Lieutenant General Shri Gurmit Singh, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.), the Hon'ble Governor of Uttarakhand, and other dignitaries including Mr. Yashpal Sardana, Plant Head, Hero Motocorp; Brig. Krishnendu Das; Prof. Lalit Kumar Awasthi, Director, NIT, UK; Prof. Meenu Singh, Director, AIIMS Rishikesh; Prof. KK Pant, Director, IIT Roorkee; and Prof. UP Singh, Deputy Director, IIT Roorkee.


IIT Roorkee organized a Cyber Security and Technology awareness program
 
IIT Roorkee, in association with The Times of India, organized an awareness program on Cyber Security and Technology on May 23, 2023. The event was graced by Shri Ashok Kumar, IPS, DGP Uttarakhand.
Prof KK Pant, Director of IIT-Roorkee, elaborated on the work being done at the institution in the area of cyber security. Prof UP Singh, Deputy Director IIT-Roorkee also presented his views on the subject.


IIT Roorkee Researchers unveil the humming of our Universe through Low-Frequency Gravitational Waves
 
IIT Roorkee, in collaboration with astronomers from India, Japan, and Europe, has made a significant breakthrough in the study of gravitational waves. An international team of astronomers has recently published their findings in the Astronomy and Astrophysics journal, providing evidence of ultra-low frequency gravitational waves and shedding light on the humming of our universe.


IITR alumnus Shri Alok Mohan given an additional charge as Karnataka DGP
 
IIT Roorkee alumnus Alok Mohan (M.Sc. Geology 1985) has been appointed as the Karnataka Director General of Police (DGP). Alok Mohan currently holds the positions of DGP and Commandant-General of Home Guards, Director of Civil Defence, Director General of Fire and Emergency Services, and State Disaster Management.


IITR alumnus Shri Rajesh Pathak, IRTS as PED TT(M), Railway Board
 
IIT Roorkee alumnus Rajesh Pathak (M.Sc.- Applied Geology- 1986) has been appointed as the Principal Executive Director,TT(M), Railway Board.


Shri Pankaj Agrawal has been appointed as Secretary, Ministry of Power, Government of India
 
IIT Roorkee alumnus Shri Pankaj Agrawal (B.E.-Civil-1989, Gold medalist), IAS of batch 1992, has become Secretary, Ministry of Power, Government of India.


Shri Rajeev has been appointed as Director of MMRCL
 
IIT Roorkee alumnus Shri Rajeev (B.E.- Electrical- 1991) has been appointed as Director (Systems and O&M) of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL).


IIT Roorkee alumni contribute to "Reflections on India's Public Policies" book
 
Two esteemed alumni of IIT Roorkee, Satish Chandra Tewary (BE E&C 1981 and ME 1983) and Dr. Shailendra Joshi (BE E&C 1981), both distinguished ex-IAS officers, contributed to the book "Reflections on India's Public Policies." The book, exploring various aspects of India's public policies, was released by the Vice President of India at the Up-Rashtrapati Niwas on 13 May 2023. Notably, both Mr. Tewary and Dr. Joshi authored chapters and wrote the foreword. This accomplishment highlights the intellectual prowess and scholarly contributions of our alumni, enriching our university's academic landscape.


IIT Roorkee Graduate Ankita Puwar secures AIR 28 in UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022
 
Ankita Puwar, an Electrical Engineering graduate from IIT Roorkee, has achieved an impressive rank of 28 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2022. Hailing from Chandigarh, Ankita's journey from a farming and military background to success in the prestigious exam is a testament to her perseverance. With the unwavering support of her parents, Ankita's determination and dedication have propelled her towards this remarkable achievement. Congratulations, Ankita Puwar.


IIT Roorkee alumnus Aditya Pandey shines with 48th Rank in UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022
 
Aditya Pandey, an esteemed alumnus of IIT Roorkee, has achieved remarkable success in the UPSC 2022 examination. Despite initial setbacks, Aditya's determination and perseverance paid off as he secured an impressive 48th rank. Aditya pursued MBA degree from IIT Roorkee during 2016-2018. He serves as an inspiration to the IITR community and aspiring candidates. His journey exemplifies the values instilled in students of IITR, reflecting their ability to overcome challenges and excel on a national platform. Congratulations to Aditya Pandey on this outstanding achievement.