The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) today held Commencement 2024 at the Institute’s Convocation Hall. Mr. Natarajan Chandrasekaran, the Chairman of Tata Sons, the holding company and promoter of all Tata Group companies, was the Chief Guest and delivered the Commencement Address.
Commencement is a special event to be conducted once every year to gather all students expected to graduate in that academic year.
The Chief Guest Mr. Natarajan Chandrasekaran in his address spoke about three fundamental aspects – Trust, Character and Purpose that determine success in the journey of building a career. He said, "Building and cultivating trust is very essential to your success. When an organisation and its colleagues trust you, they not only empower you but also embrace you. Secondly, Character is your capacity to prioritize your values over your instincts. It will enable you to be true to your principles. While trust and character will help you to be successful in your career, the purpose that you live for will inspire and guide you and give you fulfillment,” he added.
Presenting the Institute’s Report for the year 2023-24, Prof. Subhasis Chaudhuri, Director of IIT Bombay informed that IIT Bombay continues to be the top-ranked university in the country and among the best in the world.
Wishing the graduating students the best in life, Prof. Chaudhuri said, "The quality of education you have received at IIT Bombay is second to none in the world but what you have learnt is only a foundation – putting up a structure on the foundation is your responsibility. Further, please remember that you all were privileged to have had your education at IIT Bombay and our nation has great expectation from each one of you”.
IIT Bombay introduced 'Commencement’ event last year so that the students celebrate their journey through IIT Bombay along with all their batch-mates and family members while they embark on a new phase in their life.
In the afternoon session, about 2489 students who are likely to graduate, were invited for a photo opportunity with the Director on the dais. The students include (approx) 1249 undergraduates, 1005 postgraduates and 235 PhDs.
Members of Board of Governors attended the Commencement 2024, besides the graduating students and their parents.
The function was broadcast live on: