Republic Day Celebrations in VTU Campus

VEL TECH DR. RR & DR. SR TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

“Republic Day Celebrations” in VTU Campus

26^th January 2016

In view of 67^thRepublic day on January 26^th, National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS) in hands with Department of Physical Education organized “Flag Hoisting Session” at 8.30 a.m. 

Mr.R.Subramanian (VTU 3027) IV year BTech Mechanical Student, Topper of the University hoisted the National Flag.  Around 300 students and all the faculty members gathered for the Flag hoisting session.

Our Honorable Founder President Col. Prof. Dr. Vel R. Rangarajan, Foundress President Dr. Sagunthala Rangarajan, Vice Chancellor Prof. Beela Satyanarayana, Registrar Dr. E. Kannan along with Deans and HODs accepted the honor given as March Past by NCC students, NSS students, Club Students, Sports students of VTU.

The overall contigent was led by “Cadet under Officer” Abdul Nayeem.

1.Following him was Veltech university NCC Air Force Guards led by “Cadet Warrant Officer” Pushkar.

2.University Air wing contigent led by “Cadet SGT” Santhosh Kumar.

3. Succeeding him was the university Army Wing contigent led by “Senior under officer” Chongme Rani Momin

4.NSS girls team led by  Yogitha.

5. Unit 1 NSS boys under Bhargav B.

6. Unit 2 NSS boys under TejoNikhanj.

7. Community Pro club led by Manoj Kumar.

8. VTU Clubs led by Sunena Lal.

9. Girls sports team-1 led by Kesiya M.

10. Girls sports team-2 led by M Abhinaya.

11.  University Sports team led by T. Karthikeyan.

12. University warden team led by Mr. A Pethanan

13. University guards team led by Mr. S Dhanraj.

14. NCC band team under “Cadet Corprl” Durga Prasad.

After the parade the various cultural program were witnessed.

1. Bharatanatyam by Miss Lavanya.

2. Dandia, the traditional dance of Gujarat was performed by Miss Sunena Lal and team.

3. Calisthenic exercise were done by Miss Niveda and team.

4. Gymnastics ribbon performance by Miss Rudraprabha.

5. “Cadet Sgt” Santosh Kumar performed Silambam-a weapon based Indian Martial art.

The event was further led by distribution of following awards:

1.      Abdul Nayeem for RDC participation 2015.

2.     Pushkar Kumar for vayusanik participation 2014

3.     K. Hariharan for vayusanik participation 2015.

4.     Rohith Selvan for Arts & Drama club

5.     Ekta Rai for Toast Master Club

6.     Amerioca for music club

7.     Vinoth for music club

8.     P S Dheekshita for community pro club

9.     Sarath Chandra for community pro club

10.   Bhargav for NSS

11.   Leena for NSS

12.   Amit Patel for Karate club

13.    Hemanth for photography club

14.    Lokesh for yoga club

15.    Dinesh Kumar for handball

16.    Sheik Munwar Barha for volleyball

17.    Baskar for football

18.    Karthi  for Kabbadi

19.    Soyoni for table tennis

20.    Kesiya for badminton

With the distribution of awards the program was ended giving a vote of thanks and paying gratitude to all the honorable dignitaries for their presence, faculties, staff and students for their active participation and co-operation towards making this function a great success.     

43 rd Alumni meet & Alumni awards @ VEL TECH Dr.RR & Dr.SR TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

VEL TECH Dr.RR & Dr.SR TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

43 rd Alumni meet & Alumni awards -26^th January 2016

To take a walk down the corridors of VEL TECH UNIVERSITY, the 43 rd alumni Meet & Alumni awards, was inaugurated by Our Honourable FOUNDER PRESIDENT  DR. VEL RANGARAJAN and the FOUNDRESS  PRESIDENT DR. SHAKUNTHALA RANGARAJAN  inaugurated on Tuesday 26 th January 2016. 

The meet started traditionally with the lighting of lamp by the FOUNDER VICE PRESIDENT  DR. SHAKUNTHALA RANGARAJAN , Alumni, and Dignitaries of Vel Tech University  .The occasion was graced by more than 370 Alumni and their family members ranging across various batches from various parts of the country and outside the country as well. 

 The Inaugural session was followed by cultural programme by our student of Cultural Dept of VEL TECH UNIVERSITY presenting the traditional Bharatanatiyam dance. 

Speaking on the occasion, the Vice Chancellor underlined and praised the achievements of Alumni of Vel Tech Engineering and Vel Tech University in all walks/spheres of life. He felt that it was matter of great pride for Vel Tech University that its Alumni are holding positions of responsibility in various Government organizations, PSUs, Private sector, Academic Institutions. Many of them are successful entrepreneurs providing jobs to others as well. He praised their contribution towards the growth of their Alma Mater and emphasized the need for further strengthening the linkage between the Alumni and Vel Tech University and current students. He thanked the organizers for giving the opportunity.

The Inaugural session was also attended by various Deans, Registrar, HODs, and faculty and staff members of Vel Tech University.

 Pro Vice Chancellor Dr. Chandrasekaran has addressed the gathering with warm welcome to Vel Tech University members. He asked to been touch with the juniors so that the repo is maintained. He insisted the importance of the skill development programs at the college level and asked the alumni to be a part of it. He suggested alumni to guide their juniors with many research projects and new innovative ideas. 

Chairperson Managing Trustee Ms . Mahalakshmi Kishore , wished all the dignitaries and recognized the some of the old students . She spoke about the regulations of the college followed saying alumni are always the brand ambassadors of the college and very important and true stake holder of the University. She addressed alumni are members of Vel Tech Family. She thanked all the alumni for coming from all long way for their participation.

Followed by the Dignitaries special address, Alumni scholarship on the name of 2006   Mr. Krishnapandian VT 2375, was awarded to Mr. Manikanda of first year , Vel Tech University  . On behalf of Mr. Krishnapandian , his family members issued the cheque to our first year student.

Alumni excellence award under 6 different category were awarded by by Our Honourable FOUNDER PRESIDENT DR. VEL RANGARAJAN and the FOUNDER VICE PRESIDENT DR. SHAKUNTHALA RANGARAJAN and other dignitaries of VEL TECH UNIVERSITY to our alumni who were the winners of 6 categories of awards like Distinguished Alumni award, Entrepreneur award, Young achiever award, Women achiever award, Meritorious Alumni service award, Excellence in Innovation and Research. 

During the function, alumni were invited on the stage and they were asked to mention some of the memories of the Institute which they had to share with all gathered alumni.

Vinoth . R  (2002- 2006  batch ) – he told that he has lot of memories associated with Vel Tech University . He shared few incidents which came across with his journey at Vel Tech Engineering College. He had really good time with alumni and decided to never miss again such kind of get together and made promise to join the entire alumni meet in years to come.

 Shilpa. V  (2004 – 2008 batch ) – She was very happy to be a part of this alumni. She shared her memories with the college. She expressed that her 8 years of professional career and her achievement is all because of knowledge and confidence she earned during her studies at Vel Tech University. She requested the secretary to conduct such alumni meets at least one for a month. So that to share experiences with the juniors.

The Inaugural session was followed photo session where all our alumni gathered to take their remberence in attending 43 rd Alumni meet, Jan 2016

In the afternoon Alumni were served with lunch organized for them and their families along with their senior teachers. Alumni Members interacted with their staff, juniors and HOD’s.

After post lunch, cultural programme by our students and alumni and artists of cultural club committee presenting dances mixed with some more current dance forms. Great bonhomie was observed everywhere with old students reliving their old memories with their batch mates, seniors and juniors. Many of the current students were also seen interacting with their pass out seniors and learning from their experiences. In all, the ambience was electric with people seen chatting and dancing in groups.

The annual general body meeting witnessed active involvement of the alumnus, and a number of commendable suggestions and proposals came up, some of which were approved and the left were set aside for later action. It was decided to strengthen the link between the current Vel Tech University students and alumni for their support to current students in the area of training, placement, career counselling and any other help. It was also decided to raise funds to develop the student’s activity centre coming up in the campus and other activities. Finally a new body was elected and constituted to carry forward the work of Alumni association. The new body thanked the alumni in reposing their faith in them and pledged to work selflessly for growth of association and VEL TECH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION. The Meet ended with promise to meet again and everyone bid emotional farewell to each other and their beloved Vel Techians. 

Game fun was arranged to entertain Alumni with their friends. Alumni enjoyed the games along with Family members.

A feedback was also collected from alumni regarding the organizational aspects of the Meet and their suggestions for improvement in professional training at Vel Tech University . However, everyone appreciated the efforts by the Vel Tech University in organizing the 43 rd Alumni Meet. Everyone departed with the resolve to visit again and spread the message amongst all who could not visit this time.

At last I thank full to Management, all the departmental coordinators, Staff members those who directly or indirectly are helpful for 43 rd Alumni meet and alumni award a success.

IIT Culturals – Saarang'16

VEL TECH Dr.RR& Dr.SR TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

IIT Culturals – Saarang'16

The music band of Vel Tech University (Knight Bass) participated in the IIT Culturals which took place from 7^th to 9^th of January 2016.

The students from our University performed in following events:

 1. On-spot Event        2. Instrumental Solo     3. Light Music

On Spot Event: Starting up with an on-spot event called Namma Chenai, the Lead singer of Kight Bass made an on stage decision singing a song, impressing the judge and was asked to perform another song and got a complimentary gift.

Prem Kumar - VTU3952 - III Mech 

Instrumental Solo:

            Solo instrumental started lately in the noon of 7.01.2015. A famous musician Gerrard From the band Chrome O Soul was invited for judging the event. It started up with Nelson and his Spanish flamenco style rolling up the guitar giving his best, entertaining the audience followed by Vinoth on drums with a blind fold technique ie performing with his eyes tied up. Participants of approximately 20 - 25 took part in this event.

Nelson Nadar - VTU4779 - II 

                            

Vinod R. - VTU3942 - III EEE

Light Music:

Out of the top 15 College/University bands of South India, the Music band of Vel Tech University (Knight Bass) has been shortlisted for participating in the Light Music Event - Tarang of Saarang'16 on 7^th and 8^th Jan 2016. Our band gave their best and a challenging competition for other bands.

Light Music Performance

S.No	Name	Role	VTU	Year	Department
1	Nelson Paul Raj	Bass Guitarist	4779	II	MECH
2	Kamel Seth. B	Lead Guitarist	5702	II	ECE
3	Ajmal	Vocalist	4307	III	CIVIL
4	Vinod R.	Drummer	3942	III	EEE
5	Prem Kumar	Vocalist	3952	III	MECH
6	Goutham	Keyboardist	3996	III	MECH
Music Club Co-ordinator – RohithRenish R  (TTS2069)

Pongal Celebrations @ Vel Tech

VEL TECH Dr.RR & Dr.SR TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

Report on Pongal Celebrations in Vel Tech University – 13^th January 2016

Pongal is a Tamil harvest festival.  Pongal is mainly celebrated to convey appreciation to the Sun God for providing the energy for agriculture. It is the harvest festival that is celebrated throughout with joy and enthusiasm throughout the region. This great festival of God’s own country was celebrated in VelTech  Dr. RR and Dr. SR Technical University on 13/01/2016 at  C.K.Nayudu Stadium and Vel Murugan auditorium which is organized by Arts and Drama Club - VTU. 

The programme started at 10.00 a.m. in the morning with various sports activities for faculty and students like,

1) Hitting the Pot (Uri Adiththal),

2) Tug of War

3) Rangoli and

4) Pongal Making and

5) Traditional Dress Competition

HITTING THE POT (URI ADITHTHAL )

Total number of Participants:  25

WINNER (MEN):

1)      Mr. DuraiRaj – IT Department ( Faculty )

WINNERS (WOMEN)

1)      Ms. Tamilmani – CSE Department ( Faculty)

2)      Ms.Anjali – CSE Department (Student -  VTU3858)

TUG OF WAR

Total Number of Teams Participated: 20 (8 participants per team)

Students: 89, Staffs: 71

WINNERS  - Tug of war: MECHANICAL DEPARTMENT FACULTY TEAM

1.      Mr. K.Raja – TTS2273

2.      Mr. D. Rajesh – TTS2273

3.      Mr. SathyaSeelan – TTS2029

4.      Mr. Aravindh Raj – TTS2210

5.      Mr. Srinivasan – NTS937

6.      Mr. Issac – NTS723

7.      Mr. Thamaraikannan – TTS2028

8.      Mr. M.P. Siva – TTS2098

RUNNERS - Tug of war:  AUTOMOBILE DEPARTMENT FACULTY TEAM

1.      Mr. M. RajeshKumar – TTS1919

2.      Mr. P.B. Senthilkumar – TTS2213

3.      Mr. Manoj – TTS2187

4.      Mr. V.VivekRaj – TTS2131

5.      Mr. G.Deepak – TTS2234

6.      Mr. M. Fakkir Mohammed – TTS2222

7.      Mr. S.Somraj – TTS4567

8.      Mr. C. Karthick Kumar – TTS4569

RANGOLI

Total Students Participated: 5 teams

WINNERS in Rangoli Competition:

Ist  Place:

-          Ms. Swathy. M – Civil Department – VTU3976 – III Year

-          Ms. Saraswathy. M – Civil Department – VTU3817 – III Year

IInd Place:

-          Mrs. Sujatha – CSE Department

-          Ms. Tamilmani – CSE Department

IIIrd Place:

-          Mrs. Malathi – ECE Department

-          Ms. Salila – ECE Department

“SWEET PONGAL” MAKING COMPETITION

Total Number of team participated: 18

WINNERS of “Sweet Pongal Making” Competition:

Team – I

1. C.S. Lokesh – VTU4095
2. Akshay Karup – VTU4262
3. Hari Krishna – VTU4240
4. G.V.N.Dinesh – VTU3780
5. K.Sarath Chandra – VTU4302

                                                   

                                                          Team – F

1. J.S.Rekha – TTS2235
2. Annapurani .M – TTS2238
3. Sivaranjani.S – TTS2084
4. Sunena Lal
5. Rupa.G

Team – H

1. Mahesh . C – TTS985
2. Aarthi – TTS2236
3. Dilsaht – TTS2239
4. Praseena – TTS2054
5. Vishnu Kumar – TTS400

Team – Q

1. Mrs. Sasikala & Team – ECE Department

Consolation Prize:

1. R. Shyam Sundar – VTU3807
2. S. Somraj – VTU4567
3. R.Sethuram – VTU4793
4. R.MD Atheq – VTU4831
5. C.Karthick – VTU4569

TRADITIONAL DRESS COMPETITION

Winners( Men):

 Mr. Thangaraj – A.O (Staff)

Mr. Syam Sundar – Automobile Department (Student)

Winners( Women)

Ms. Bindu – CSE Department (Staff)

Ms. Sindhuja – CSE Department (Student)

Special Gift given to the “Super Team” by Department of Student welfare Team, for active participation in Tug of war and for judging all the events.

The Prizes were given by  Dr. E.Kannan (Registrar), Dr. Anne Koteswara Rao   (Director Academics), Dr. A. Abudhahir (Dean–Freshmen Engg.), Dr.R.M. Suresh (Dean – SoEC), Mr. E. Kamalanaban. The programme ended with vote of thanks by our student Ms. Devapriya.M (VTU4787).  All the arrangements were done by the Department of Student welfare Team, Physical Education Team and Markers.