– A series of academic events, including the T.R. Anantharaman Memorial Lecture delivered by T.K. Nandi, Director of DRDO Industry Academia Centres of Excellence.
– The lecture focused on “Navigating the Complex Field of Materials Advancement,” addressing challenges in modern science and engineering solutions.
– The event commenced with the institute anthem,followed by a welcome speech and annual report presentation by HoD prof. N.C. Srinivas.
– Prof. Srinivas presented departmental achievements and student accomplishments in research and academics.
– Prof.N.K.Mukhopadhyay, Dean of faculty Affairs at IIT (BHU), emphasised interdisciplinary education for technological advancement during his presidential address.- Legacy of Prof. T.R. Anantharaman celebrated as a visionary metallurgist who contributed to India’s excellence in the field.
The celebration of Metallurgy Day at IIT (BHU) reflects India’s growing focus on advanced materials research and technological innovation in higher education institutions. Events like this serve as platforms to honor pioneers such as Prof. T.R. Anantharaman while inspiring future talent through structured academic discourse led by experts like T.K. Nandi.
With an emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches highlighted during speeches, this event underscores how metallurgical engineering plays a critical role not only in academia but also for practical applications tied to national progress-particularly when tied with organizations like DRDO that contribute to defense-related advancements.
such initiatives bolster India’s vision for self-reliance in technology while fostering international-level education standards within domestic institutions.