DEAN ACR NEWSLETTER – MARCH 2025
From the Dean's Desk March-2025
Prof. Ravindra D. Gudi
Ph.D., FNAE, FNASc & FIIChE
Dean – Alumni and Corporate Relations
Institute AI & ML Chair Professor
Dear Alumni,
Greetings from your alma mater. This past month has been one of milestones, achievements, and moments of deep reflection for IIT Bombay.
We begin with heartfelt remembrances. IIT Bombay bids farewell to Mr. Victor Menezes (1947–2025), a towering figure in global finance and a steadfast champion of education. Victor’s contributions to the financial world and IIT Bombay leave behind an indelible legacy at his alma mater. We also mourn the passing of Prof. Ajit A. Diwan, a beloved faculty member of the CSE Department, whose brilliance in Theoretical Computer Science and Graph Theory shaped generations of students. Their impact will be deeply missed, but their legacies will endure. Please look for more details of their lives and legacies in the In Memoriam section of the Newsletter.
IIT Bombay marked a significant milestone with the unveiling ceremony of the new Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship (DSSE) building. This state-of-the-art facility is set to
become a cornerstone of innovation, equipping students, researchers, and entrepreneurs with world-class resources to bring groundbreaking ideas to life. Following this joyous event, DSSE hosted a symposium on “Catalyzing University Entrepreneurship,” bringing together policymakers, industry experts, and academicians to explore the transformative role of academic institutions in fostering entrepreneurship. We have a Special Report on the event.
ALUMNI GIVING
Jitendra Mohan – Swapna Samant
In a historic act of generosity, IIT Bombay alumni couple Mr. Jitendra Mohan (B.Tech., Electrical Engineering, 1994, #Hostel 9) and Ms. Swapna Samant (B.Tech., Civil Engineering, 1995, #Hostel 10) have pledged $11 million to their alma mater. This monumental gift, among the largest ever received by the Institute, highlights the exceptional bond between IIT Bombay and its alumni and reaffirms the transformative impact of philanthropy on education, innovation, and nation-building.
The donation will spearhead several critical initiatives that align with IIT Bombay’s vision for growth and excellence. A key focus of their contribution is the Smt. Vidya Sharma Chair Professorship in Electrical Engineering, which is dedicated to supporting women faculty members in STEM. This initiative reflects the donors’ steadfast commitment to gender inclusivity in academia and their aspiration to foster an environment where women scientists and researchers can thrive.
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ALUMNI ACCOLADES: PADMA SHRI 2025 HONOUREES
• Dr. Chetan Chitnis
• Dr. Nitin Nohria
• Ms. Ashwini Bhide-Deshpande
DAA-YAAA 2025
Celebrating Excellence: DAA & YAAA 2025 Winners Announced!
IIT Bombay is delighted to announce the winners of the Distinguished Alumnus/Alumna Awards (DAA) 2025 and the Young Alumnus/Alumna Achiever Awards (YAAA) 2025, recognizing the outstanding contributions of our alumni community across diverse fields.
While the DAA honours alumni whose remarkable achievements have made a profound impact on society and their industries, the YAAA celebrates young alumni (under 40) who are shaping the future with their innovation, leadership, and expertise.
IIT Bombay will felicitate and celebrate these exceptional achievers on Foundation Day, March 10, 2025.
The achievements of our DAA and YAAA awardees are a testament to the spirit of excellence and innovation that defines IIT Bombay.
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CORPORATE COLLABORATION
RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT
• Natural Disasters’ Impact on Finances
• Measuring Degradation Rate on Iron Coatings
• Maharashtra’s Changing Mangroves
• Affordable Tinnitus Diagnosis Device
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Prof. Kasturi Saha
IIT Bombay Unveils Qmet Tech Foundation - Paving the Path for Quantum Leadership:
The Quantum Sensing and Metrology Hub (Qmet Tech Foundation), established by IIT Bombay under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), convened leading experts in the field to outline a shared vision, define key milestones, and discuss strategies for future collaboration.
Qmet, a Section 8 not-for-profit company, serves as a pivotal hub for translational research, funding management, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among its member institutions. The kick-off meeting provided a platform to align strategies and pave the way forward.
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LECTURE SERIES
LECTURE SERIES
The Lecture Series at IIT Bombay serves as a platform for scholarly exchange, bringing together renowned academicians, distinguished faculty, and thought leaders to discuss critical scientific and technological advancements shaping the world today.
IN MEMORIAM
INSTITUTE HIGHLIGHTS
IIT Bombay Celebrates India's 76th Republic Day
PIWOT 2025
Workshop on Renewable Energy Integration
Collaborating with C-DOT
Groundbreaking Ceremony - Academic Science Block 1
Public Health Fellowship Program with MUHS and SANGAM
Delegates from the University of Sheffield Visit IIT Bombay
SUSTAIN 5.0
Faculty Accolades February 2025
IDC IIT Bombay Hosts WAVES Masterclass
