The Army Institute of Technology (AIT) is gearing up to commemorate its 30th Foundation Day on February 19, 2024, with a ceremony that will honor outstanding contributors to academia and entrepreneurship. The celebration will include the presentation of the Lifetime Achievement award to Padma Vibhushan Dr. Anil Kakodkar, former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission of India, and the Young Entrepreneur Award to Mr. Ankush Tiwari, an alumnus of the AIT 2002 batch.
The event, scheduled to commence at 10:00 am at the AIT Campus, will feature accolades for the Best All-around passing out student, Best Girl student of each branch, Best sportsperson, Best Teacher, Best Innovation, among others. Additionally, a showcase of student projects will be part of the festivities.
Lt. Gen AK Ramesh, Commandant, College of Military Engineering, will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest, adding to the significance of the Foundation Day celebrations.
Established in response to the need for an engineering college for the children of all ranks of the Indian Army, AIT has grown over the years, now offering a variety of engineering branches and postgraduate courses. Accredited by NBA and NAAC, AIT focuses on academic excellence, instilling core values such as Excellence, Honesty, Integrity, teamwork, Continuous Learning, and Innovation.
Under the leadership of Director Brig. (Retired) Abhay Bhat, AIT is committed to becoming a globally recognized technical institute providing world-class education and research facilities to the wards of Defense personnel. The institute, affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University, boasts a lush green 30-acre campus designed for the all-round development of students.
AIT’s strong industry connections in Pune, coupled with industry-sponsored labs with renowned companies, contribute to keeping students updated on recent technologies. The institute has a robust placement record, attracting major recruiters such as Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and more.
As AIT celebrates its Foundation Day, it reflects on three decades of excellence, emphasizing its commitment to fostering academic growth, innovation, and industry relevance.
