Srinagar : A distinguished entrepreneur Dr. Milind Pralhad Kamble on Wednesday formally assumed charge as the Chairman of the Board of Governors (BOG) of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, marking the beginning of a new chapter of leadership for the premier engineering institution. Dr. Milind was accompanied by Cmdr. Kesavan Baskkaran (Retd.), Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of IIM Jammu. They were received at the Srinagar International Airport by Deputy Registrar (Administration, Director’s Office) Faisal Irshad Ganai, and later accorded a warm welcome on the campus.
Dr. Milind recently chaired an interaction-cum-review meeting with key stakeholders at NIT Srinagar, including Deans, Heads of Departments, and senior administrative officials. The meeting featured a presentation by Director Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia, who provided an overview of the institute’s academic performance, research initiatives, financial progress, infrastructural development, and future opportunities. Dr. Milind acknowledged the institution’s rich legacy and expressed his commitment to enhancing its potential. In his inaugural address, Dr. Milind outlined his vision for NIT Srinagar, emphasizing the importance of strengthening the Incubation Centre, improving placement outcomes, fostering industry-academia collaboration, and enhancing the institute’s NIRF ranking. He highlighted research enrichment, student support, and innovation-driven initiatives as key priorities, asserting that collective effort and commitment to excellence are essential for achieving these goals. Director Prof. Kanaujia welc
