Celebrating Silver Jubilee of Excellence 

Apeejay Institute of Management & Engineering Technical Campus (AIMETC), Jalandhar marked its 25th Annual Day celebrations with much pride. More than 300 meritorious students were awarded for their outstanding achievements in academics, sports, and co-curricular activities at this auspicious occasion. 

Mr. Deepinder Singh Garcha, Deputy Commissioner, State Tax, Government of Punjab, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The event commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Rajesh Bagga, Director of AIMETC. He presented the Annual Report while highlighting key academic milestones, industry collaborations, student placements, faculty achievements, and co-curricular accomplishments of the institute over the past year. He emphasised, “The institute’s commitment is to academic excellence and holistic student development.”

The Director’s address was followed by an inspiring video presentation showcasing the life and accomplishments of Mrs. Sushma Paul Berlia, Chairperson of Apeejay Education, President of the Apeejay Stya & Svran Group, and Chancellor of Apeejay Stya University. The video served as a powerful source of motivation for the students, highlighting her visionary leadership, dedication to education, and commitment to nation-building.

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Guest Mr. Garcha congratulated the students and acknowledged the efforts of the faculty and administration in nurturing talent and values. He advised the students, “Be focused and consistent in your efforts. Integrity, perseverance, and purpose-driven education pave the way for a successful and fulfilling life.”

Further, the Chief Guest, Mr. Deepinder Singh Garcha, along with Mr. Nirmal Mahajan, Member, Board of Governors, and Director Dr. Rajesh Bagga, distributed prizes and certificates to students for their outstanding performance in academics, sports, cultural activities, and inter-college competitions.

The function also featured the conferring of special recognitions, including titles such as Mr. Pinnacle, Ms. Pinnacle, Best Singer, Best Actor, Best Dancer, and Best Compere. Vishav Dev Singh of B.Tech (CSE) was honoured with the title of Mr. Pinnacle 2024, while Archia of BBA IV was crowned Ms. Pinnacle. Dilpreet of B.Com VI and Meghdeep Kaur of MCA IV received the awards for Best Compere in the undergraduate and postgraduate categories, respectively.

A vibrant cultural programme added immense colour, rhythm, and charm to the celebrations, reflecting the rich talent and creativity of the students. The event began on a spiritual note with an auspicious Saraswati Vandana, invoking the blessings of the goddess of knowledge and wisdom. This graceful performance set a reverent and uplifting tone for the function.

It was followed by a melodious medley that showcased the musical prowess of the students, blending classical and contemporary tunes into a harmonious presentation. The audience was further treated to an energetic group dance, marked by synchronised movements, infectious enthusiasm, and vibrant expressions that kept everyone thoroughly engaged.

The cultural programme culminated in a scintillating folk dance performance—Giddha—by the girl students, who lit up the stage with their traditional Punjabi attire, rhythmic claps, and spirited expressions. Their performance beautifully captured the essence of Punjab’s rich heritage and received thunderous applause and admiration from the audience.

The function concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Dr. Rajneesh Arya, Dean, School of Management, who expressed gratitude to the Chief Guest and attendees for making the event a memorable one.