PEC Global Annual Alumni Meet held at PEC

 Saturday 10th February 2024 at 5:11 PM

Meeting with old students during alumni  was a great feeling knowledge

The children of the new era learned the secrets of success in life 

Chandigarh: 10th February, 2024: (Media Link//Punjab Screen Desk)::

Decades ago Kalpana Chawla and many other students belonged to PEC. During the learning life all these students created a new history for the country and the world, where these students made their own name and their family's name shine, and the recorded action also testifies that PEC had an important role in making them capable of this. These past students have shown by touching new heights of success. Many new students joined him and learned many things from him about his merits and gurus.

Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh (Deemed to be University), set the stage for its highly anticipated Global Annual Alumni Meet - 2024 on February 10th, 2024. This extraordinary event promised not just a warm welcome, but an extravagant celebration of brilliance and success!  Er. Atul Karwal, IPS, Director General, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) graced the occasion with his esteemed presence as the chief guest of the event.  Punjab Engineering College Old Student Association - PECOSA organized the event under the fellow guidance of Er. Teekam Chander Bali, President of PECOSA, Er. H.S. Oberoi, Gen Secretary of PECOSA and with the grand official sponsorship from ‘Studds.’  The event started with the Director of PEC, Prof. (Dr.) Baldev Setia, extending a warm welcome to the Chief Guest and all the alumni, by lightening the ceremonial lamp along with esteemed guests of the day. 

The President of PECOSA, Er. Teekam Chander Bali, welcomed all the alumni on the PEC Campus once again on this Global Meet. He emphasized on the importance of PECOSA and its integral role in connecting alumni from various batches and backgrounds to come together to foster the spirit of camaraderie and collaboration. He also expressed his gratitude to Director of PEC Prof. (Dr.) Baldev Setia, for his leadership and guidance and also thanked Chairman of Studds Er. Madhu Khurana, and managing director of Studds Er. Siddahrth Khurana for being the official partner. 

In his address, General Secretary of PECOSA Er. H. S. Oberoi, expressed his gratitude for having Er. Atul Karwal, Director General, NDRF as chief guest for the event and every alumni. He especially felt grateful towards Er. Madhu Khurana, and managing director of Studds Er. Siddahrth Khurana for donating Rs. 2 Lakh (1 lakh for the topper, 60 thousand for the 2nd topper and 40 thousand for the 3rd topper). Lastly, he once again welcomed all the alumni members to be here for this meet of 2024.

Dr. Rajesh Kanda (Head, Alumni and Corporate Relations) expressed his nostalgic and pride moments of being a 100%-24 Carat Gold Alumni member as of completing both UG, PG and even PhD from PEC. He conveyed his gratitude towards the family of late alumni Er. Sat Parkash Gupta, (Batch of 1962), his son Mr. Pankaj Gupta had donated Rs. 57 lakhs for supporting the education of two girl students. The couple was felicitated with a token of love and momento.   

Dr. Baldev Setia, the esteemed Director of PEC, was thrilled to welcome a distinguished array of alumni, including the guest of honour Er. Atul Karwal (IPS - The Director General); Er. T.C. Bali, President PECOSA, Er. H.S. Oberoi, General Secretary, PECOSA; Chairman of Studds Er. Madhu Khurana, and managing director of Studds Er. Siddahrth Khurana. He expressed his gratitude towards the PECOSA for organising this meet. He mentioned the completion of 100+ years of PEC. The glorifying history and a year long centenary celebration with the gracious presence of not just one but two Presidents, former President Sh. Ram Nath Kovind and current President Smt. Draupadi Murmu in the campus. He also quoted Firaq Gorakhpuri - 

Aane vaalī nasleñ tum par faḳhr kareñgī ham-asro 

Jab bhī un ko dhyān aa.egā tum ne 'firāq' ko dekhā hai 

आने वाली नस्लें तुम पर फ़ख़्र करेंगी हम-असरो

जब भी उन को ध्यान आएगा तुम ने 'फ़िराक़' को देखा है        -- 'फ़िराक़' गोरखपुरी

He also proudly explained the recent development and research activities happening in the recent past years. He praised the various members of faculty and students who had received awards recently. The infrastructure of the campus has also been increased. He also said that Studds had graciously accepted the honor of being our official partner, adding an extra layer of prestige and excitement to the event. 

Er. Madhu Khurana, Chairman of Studds, felt really nostalgic for being here at Punjab Engineering College. Studds had donated 2 lakh rupees for the toppers of aeronautical engineering. He said that this support scholarship will work for having more kalpana Chawla at the PEC Campus. And would graciously contribute to the legacy of the institute.   

The chief guest of the event, Er. Atul Karwal, Director General, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), conveyed his gratitude for being honoured by PEC. He said that, ''being an engineer, literally gave me good competence to lead a career in police. we have to look at technology very strongly, otherwise we might be left behind. Having an engineering in any field of  life, gives you a great start, this what happened to me as well.'' He started out his engineering career at the age of 15 and passed out by the age of 19. Lastly, he said that we must check if we are taking life too seriously? Just Enjoy yourself. Having an enduring sense of gratefulness and always remembering your blessings.  

The stage was all set for the grand entrance of our esteemed alumnus, the IAS officer Er. Ritu Maheshwari. Alumni from the batches of 1954, 1964, 1969, 1974, 1989, 1999, 2009, and 2014 were present to witness this grand celebration, along with distinguished guests such as the Professor Ahsvani Kumar Gosain (Civil Engineering Department at IITD), Pankaj Duhan (Global Head of Reckitt Benckiser Wellness), Sarabjeet Singh Virk (Managing Director and Co-founder of Finvasia Group), the Engineering-in-Chief of PWD (B&R) Haryana, and many more. All the alumni were felicitated by the honourable chief guest Er. Atul Karwal and Director, Prof. (Dr.) Baldev Setia. 

The alumni from the batch of 1988 donated 2 E-vehicles, an E-Scooter and an E-cart to the institute, this morning on 10th February, 2024. 

The alumni meet was an absolute delight, brimming with a captivating blend of dance, music, and unforgettable performances, leaving everyone feeling exhilarated and energized. Amidst the festivities, heartfelt stories were exchanged, allowing attendees to catch up on each other's lives, careers, and achievements. As the night drew to a close, there lingered a profound sense of fulfillment and gratitude among all those present. More than 600 alumni witnessed this grand event.

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