Roorkee, India Dec 30: IIT Roorkee proudly hosted the Golden Jubilee Reunion of the 1975 Batch, marking fifty years of shared memories, achievements, and lifelong bonds. Over 250 alumni, accompanied by their families, returned to campus to celebrate their journey and reaffirm their connection with their Alma Mater.
Demonstrating an extraordinary spirit of giving, the batch extended support amounting to approximately INR 45 lakhs towards key institutional enhancements. Their contribution includes two new E-Carts, which will enhance internal mobility, ensuring a smoother, environmentally friendly, and more comfortable transportation experience for campus visitors and residents. Additionally, a Hi-Tech ultrasound machine for the campus hospital, which will considerably elevate diagnostic efficiency and improve healthcare services for the IIT Roorkee community, is also under consideration. This thoughtful generosity reflects the batch’s enduring affection for the institute and their desire to contribute meaningfully to its progress.
Sharing his appreciation, Prof. K.K. Pant, Director, IIT Roorkee, remarked, “The 1975 Batch continues to exemplify the strong and lasting connection, our alumni maintain with their Alma Mater. Their generous support will substantially enhance our facilities and enrich the overall campus environment. We deeply value their steadfast commitment to IIT Roorkee.”
Echoing this acknowledgement, Prof. R.D. Garg, Dean of Resources & Alumni Affairs, added, “The contribution made by the 1975 Batch is truly commendable and sets a remarkable precedent in alumni engagement. Their meaningful support strengthens our initiatives and reinforces the spirit of belonging that defines our community. We are sincerely grateful for their unwavering encouragement.”
The reunion offered alumni a warm and heartfelt space to reconnect with peers, revisit familiar corners of the campus, and celebrate the milestones of the past five decades. Through their impactful contributions, the 1975 Batch highlighted the transformative role IIT Roorkee has played in their lives and reaffirmed their commitment to nurturing its legacy.
This significant celebration not only honored cherished memories but also reinforced the essential role alumni play in shaping the institute’s evolving vision. The generosity and unity displayed by the 1975 Batch will remain a lasting testament to the spirit and heritage of IIT Roorkee.