Ajit Gulabchand, Chairman of NICMAR’s Board of Trustees and Board of Governors, will be present as the Chief Guest

790 graduating students will receive degrees across various disciplines

Pune: NICMAR University is gearing up for a historic moment with the inauguration of its 1st Convocation Ceremony, scheduled to take place on Friday (October 4, 2024) at the university’s Main Auditorium, stated a press release.

This highly anticipated event will celebrate the academic achievements of 790 graduating students, who will receive degrees across various disciplines, along with the six top-performing students being awarded gold medals for their outstanding achievements.

Adding to the ceremony’s significance,  Ajit Gulabchand, Chairman of NICMAR’s Board of Trustees and Board of Governors, will be present as the Chief Guest. 

Known for his influential role in India's infrastructure sector, Gulabchand is expected to deliver an inspirational speech, imparting valuable insights and encouragement to the graduates as they embark on their professional journeys.

The ceremony, which will commence at 10:00 AM, is expected to be a grand occasion, drawing an esteemed gathering of students, faculty, and university dignitaries.

Dr. Anil Kashyap, President of NICMAR University, Pune said, "As NICMAR University celebrates this milestone, the institution continues to build on its strong reputation for producing industry-ready professionals who are well-equipped to make a significant impact in their respective fields."

Dr. Sushma Kulkarni, Vice Chancellor, NICMAR University, Pune stated that the 1st Convocation Ceremony marks a new chapter for NICMAR University as it cements its role as a premier institution dedicated to academic excellence and industry innovation in CRIP Sector (ie. Construction, Real Estate, Infrastructure and Project Management Sector). Further, she stated that the key highlight would be convocation speech of the Chief Guest  Ajit Gulabchand, Chairman-Hindustan Construction Company Ltd. Mr. Ajit Gulabchand is expected to shed light on the evolving demands of the industry and the role NICMAR graduates play in shaping its future. 

"His address will focus on the importance of leadership, innovation, and adaptability in the fast-changing landscape of construction and project management," said Dr. Kulkarni.

Dr. Prashant Dave, Registrar, NICMAR University, said, "The conferring of degrees and gold medals will be the most sought after event of the day amongst students and parents, recognizing the academic excellence of the top performers from the university’s various programs." 

"Its a proud moment for parents and faculty members to witness their wards passing out from this University in flying colors" said Dr. Dave. 

Dr. Adinath Damale, Controller of Examination, NICMAR University, Pune informed about the graduating batch and mentioned that among those set to be honored are:

- Lakshmanan J – MBA (Advance Construction Management) – CGPA: 9.93

- Patgar Ravindra Narayan – MBA (Advance Project Management) – CGPA: 9.83

- Bonde Kunal Shantaram – MBA (Real Estate & Urban Infrastructure Management) – CGPA: 9.69

- Vipul Bhalde – PGP (Quantity Surveying & Contracts Management) – CGPA: 9.62

- Prajapati Shivprasad Barakhuram – PGP (Quantity Surveying & Contracts Management) – CGPA: 9.79

- Chovatiya Shrenil Vijaybhai – PGP (Management of Family Owned Construction Business) – CGPA: 10.00