Gulmarg: The third edition of SANGAM-3.0, the global alumni reunion of National Institute of Technology Srinagar, concluded at Gulmarg on Sunday with a networking and interaction session, marking the culmination of three days of discussions, celebrations and alumni engagement.
Organised by NIT Srinagar in collaboration with the Alumni Association REC/NIT Srinagar, the event brought together distinguished alumni, faculty members, administrators and guests from across the country.
The concluding session at the Golf Club Gulmarg was hosted by Farooq Ahmad Shah, who welcomed the alumni fraternity and appreciated the institute’s efforts to reconnect generations of graduates through a vibrant alumni platform.
Among those present were Babu Lal Juneja, Ashwani Kumar, Tasneem Akhter, Nouman Ajaz Wawa, Ambreena Anjum, Mehboob Makhdoomi, Tariq Hussain Naik and G N Var.
Addressing the gathering, Farooq Ahmad Shah described NIT Srinagar as one of northern India’s premier technical institutions that has produced generations of engineers, scientists, administrators, entrepreneurs and innovators who have contributed significantly to nation-building.
Calling SANGAM-3.0 more than an alumni reunion, Shah said the event represented a celebration of shared experiences, lifelong friendships and collective commitment towards institutional growth.
“The values and relationships built during our days at REC Srinagar played a defining role in shaping our professional journeys,” he said.
The MLA urged alumni to strengthen their engagement with the institute through mentorship programmes, scholarships, research collaborations, industry partnerships and career opportunities for students.
He also encouraged successful alumni and entrepreneurs to invest in higher education, skill development and innovation initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir to generate employment opportunities and strengthen the region’s human resource base.
In his message, Binod Kumar Kanaujia said the successful conclusion of SANGAM-3.0 reflected the strength of the institute’s global alumni network.
“Our alumni are our greatest ambassadors. The overwhelming response witnessed during the last three days demonstrates the enduring bond that graduates continue to share with the institute. Their mentorship, expertise and support remain invaluable for the growth of NIT Srinagar,” he said.
Atikur Rehman described the event as a landmark initiative aimed at building a sustainable and active alumni ecosystem.
“The reunion provided an excellent platform for alumni from different generations to reconnect, exchange ideas and contribute to the institute’s future growth. We witnessed meaningful interactions, academic discussions and several collaborative proposals during the programme,” he said.
President of the Alumni Association REC/NIT Srinagar, Malay Chatterjee, said the event had further strengthened ties between alumni and the institute.
“The alumni community remains committed to supporting the institute through student mentoring, industry linkages, innovation support and creating opportunities for young graduates. SANGAM-3.0 has opened new avenues for meaningful engagement,” he said.