ENGINEERS DAY

Published on: September 21, 2023

Engineering Excellence recognised on Engineer’s Day at SRHU

To identify and appreciate all the valuable work done by our engineers, every year 15th September is celebrated as ‘Engineer’s Day.’ The day marks the birth anniversary of Sir M.Vishweshwarayya, recognizing his contributions in the field of hydro power energy in India.

On the occasion of Engineer’s Day,Himalayan School Of Science and Technology organised various activities, including a cultural programme at HSST Auditorium in a befitting manner.

The Auditorium was decorated in a grand manner befitting the significant occasion. All the gates as well as the performance area were covered with flowers and other decorative stuff. The programme was inaugurated by Vice Chancellor of Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dr Rajendra Dobhal; Dr Vinay Avasthi, Principal of HSST; Dr Vikram Sahai Principal HIMS; Dr Sanjay Gupta, Principal HSBS; Dr Ganesh Kumar, Principal HIPS and distinguished personalities with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp.

After the felicitation of the distinguished dignitaries by Dr Vinay Avasthi, the Vice chancellor of SRHU addressed the gathering and paid rich tributes to the Greatest Indian Engineer, Bharat Ratna Mokshgundam Visvesvaraya. He advised and encouraged all the students to work hard in their life to get success. At that moment he also blessed the function and advised the upcoming engineers of HSST to not only perform the best in academics, but also contribute to their overall development by participating in various extracurricular activities conducted and taught by their capable faculty members.

He also discussed the value of engineering and how the world could be improved with new innovations. He advised them to take the legacy of engineers and recognize the true worth of knowledge.

Prof.Harvinder Malhotra, Prof Of Practice HSST, delivered Tech-Talk and addressed the students regarding the significance of Learning, Unlearning and Relearning in today’s digital era.

The event was diligently organized by the Dr Vibhor Sharma and Dr Pooja Joshi. To encourage and recognize young engineering talent, various competitions were organized for students. These included technical paper presentations, Quiz competition, Coding war, Project Presentation, Spell Bee etc. In addition to technical sessions, the event featured cultural performances that showcased the artistic talents of the engineering students. These performances added a touch of entertainment and creativity to the celebration.

The winners received certificates and prizes.

The event at HSST successfully highlighted the importance of engineering and provided a platform for knowledge sharing, innovation, and recognition of engineering excellence.

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Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.