The government of India recently awarded Padmabhushan to the former Director of NITIE, Prof. N.S. Ramaswamy for his contribution to the country. A felicitation function was organized by the Institute to honour the achievement of its distinguished ex-director. Apart from the faculty, the function was attended by students and other staffs of the institute.
Padmabhushan Prof Ramaswamy served as the director of NITIE from 1968 to 1975 and with his hard work and dedication laid the foundation of knowledge and wisdom for future generations. He was also instrumental in leading NITIE to the path of excellence and glory. He is also the founder Director of IIM,
The function started traditionally with ‘Saraswati Vandana’ sung by a group of students and staff members. This was followed by welcoming Padmabhushan Prof N S Ramaswamy with standing ovation and huge applause. Dr S D Awale, Director NITIE, felicitated Padmabhushan Prof N S Ramaswamy with a shawl and plaque memento. The memento reflected the feelings of whole NITIE Family to convey the pride which they feel of having Padmabhushan Prof. N S Ramaswamy as their inspiration. Dr S D Awale lauded the efforts of Padmabhusham Prof N S Ramaswamy in bestowing the culture of excellence at NITIE and emphasized that he cherished the rich legacy he had inherited.
The Director’s speech was followed by words of wisdom by the Guest of Honour, Padmabhushan Prof N S Ramaswamy who enlightened all to achieve great feats and set example for others to follow. An educational luminary, Prof N S Ramaswamy, shared his vast experience with the students and advised all those present there to work for the greater cause of the country.
The function ended with National Anthem sung by the students and staff.