The Department of Civil Engineering organized a formal inauguration of the Students Association – NIRMAN - and the celebration of Engineers' Day on 15 September 2014, at 2:30 pm, in the Civil Seminar Hall.
Dr I Ramesh Mithantahya, Vice Principal, NMAMIT, NITTE, was the Chief Guest for the program. Rev. Fr Ajith Menezes, Director in-charge, presided over the function. Rev. Fr Rohith D’Costa, Assistant Director; Dr Joseph Gonsalvis, Principal; Dr Rio D’Souza, Vice Principal; Er. Ranganath Aithal, Chairman - Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (ACCE); Er. Anil V Baliga were the Guests of Honour. Ms Nalini Rebello, Assistant Professor, and Mr Manjunath B, Coordinator NIRMAN, were also present on the dais.
Ms Nalini Rebello, welcomed the dignitaries and the inauguration began with the lighting of the lamp. Dr I Ramesh Mithantahya garlanded the photograph of Sir M. Visvesvaraya as a mark of respect in commemorating Engineers' Day. Ms. Lavanya introduced the Chief Guest. The oath ceremony was conducted by Dr I Ramesh Mithantahya,
The Principal encouraged the students to become like Sir M Visvesvaraya. The Chief Guest, Dr. I. Ramesh Mithanthaya motivated the students to think at a higher level and to become extraordinary engineers. He informed students about the importance of answering logically and making the best use of opportunities. In his presidential address, Rev Fr Ajith Menezes spoke about the identity crisis. He said that we have to create our identity through positive attitude.
Mr Manjunath B, proposed the vote of thanks.
After the formal program Er Anil V Baliga delivered a technical talk: Durability of Structures using Construction Chemicals.
