NAMTECH (New Age Makers’ Institute of Technology) conducted the first graduation ceremony of its International Professional Master’s Program (iPMP) – Smart Manufacturing class of 2024 Saturday, 18 January 2025 at Mahatma Mandir Convention & Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar. During the convocation ceremony, the institute awarded Post Graduate Certificates to 53 students.
NAMTECH is a not-for-profit education initiative by ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India). It empowers enterprising young minds to be ‘Conscious Technologists’ through its ‘Innovation Schools’. It offers high quality, industry-aligned experiential learning programs in MET and provides a platform for ‘Sharing Technology’ and catalyzing innovation for the larger socio-economic good. NAMTECH’s ‘Conscious Technologists’ are highly competent professionals would drive the ‘Make in India’ vision of India’s transformation into a global manufacturing powerhouse.
NAMTECH is structured into four innovation schools and an impact center – the School of Manufacturing Technologies, School of Manufacturing Design and AI, School of Sustainability, School of Robotics, and Center for Social Impact, each mentored by a globally leading institution and partnered with various industry leaders.
The occasion was marked by the first Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology (MET) Expo which showcased innovative and cutting-edge digital technologies giving the attendees a glimpse of the future of manufacturing and engineering.
The highlight of the Expo was the demonstration of NAMTECH’s futuristic living and learning campus elements and the spatial AI enabled XR platform. The Expo aimed to spark interest and dialogue around emerging technologies and showcase NAMTECH’s use of modern, state-of-the-art equipment to deliver its programs.
The graduation ceremony saw Dr K Radhakrishnan, Former Chairman, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and architect of India’s Mangalyaan mission as the Chief Guest and Ms Debjani Ghosh, presently Distinguished Fellow, Niti Aayog, Former Vice-President and MD, Intel South Asia and Former President, NASSCOM; and Dr K N Vyas, Distinguished Homi Bhabha Chair Professor, Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) as the Guests of Honor. The graduation day commenced with the ceremonial procession led by the Dean, Chief Guest, Guests of Honor, Board Members and other senior faculty members along with a robot guest.
The Convocation was declared as Open by the Convocation Chairperson and NAMETCH Board Member, Dr Gauri Trivedi. The Welcome Address and Presentation of Institute Report was by delivered by Shri Arunkumar Pillai, Director General, NAMETCH. Dr Sanjeev Gupta, Dean, Academics presented the students while the Executive Registrar Dr Devang Joshi delivered the Vote of Thanks.
The day saw several emotional moments with students, their parents and the proud NAMTECH faculty and staff breaking down looking back at the tremendous progress made during the last year.
NAMTECH hosted an extraordinary MET Expo during its first convocation, celebrating innovation and excellence in Manufacturing, Engineering, and Technology (MET). This landmark event showcased NAMTECH’s pioneering advancements in modern pedagogy, digital technologies, and cutting-edge educational practices.
Highlights included an immersive experience of Industry 4.0, featuring robotics, additive manufacturing, and related technologies, as well as demonstrations of extended reality (XR) integration in education. The expo shone a spotlight on NAMTECH’s exceptional students’ achievements throughout the year, with a dedicated display of their innovative projects. The Expo gave a transformative experience to the attendees, celebrating the institution’s journey and its significant contributions to industry-ready education.
Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, former ISRO Chairman (2009–2014), is a renowned Indian space scientist who spearheaded landmark missions like the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan), making India the first nation to reach Mars on its maiden attempt. A graduate in Electrical Engineering and an IIM Bangalore alumnus, he has received the Padma Bhushan for his contributions to space technology. Known for his visionary leadership, he is also a Carnatic vocalist and Kathakali enthusiast, showcasing his diverse talents.
Debjani Ghosh serves as a Distinguished Fellow at NITI Aayog and the Chief Architect of the NITI Frontier Tech Hub—India’s pioneering think tank dedicated to advancing the country’s readiness in frontier technologies for accelerated economic growth and societal development. With a stellar career spanning over 28 years, including pivotal leadership roles at Intel and as the first female President of Nasscom, Debjani has been at the forefront of driving India’s emergence as a global innovation powerhouse.
Dr. K. N. Vyas, an eminent and accomplished nuclear scientist, served as the Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission of India, contributing significantly to the nation’s nuclear energy advancements. He is renowned for his innovative work in reactor physics, thermal hydraulics, and indigenous reactor development. During his dynamic tenure, he championed cutting-edge nuclear technologies for sustainable energy and societal benefits.
“Today is not just a gathering for celebration of individual successes, but a monumental chapter in the history of our institution. 2024 has been a year of achievements and several
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Director General, NAMTECH
“I am filled with immense pride and gratitude. It is indeed a great honor to address the first-ever convocation of NAMTECH, a landmark occasion that will be etched in our
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Distinguished Homi Bhabha Chair Professor, Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)
“We must harness the transformative power of new technologies to rethink and reimagine every aspect of our society and economy. The goal is to build a Viksit Bharat, where every
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Distinguished Fellow, Niti Aayog, Former Vice-President and MD, Intel South Asia and Former President, NASSCOM was the Guest of Honor
“NAMTECH has a visionary approach. The Convocation & MET Expo today are the culmination of a noble vision, unwavering perseverance, and steadfast dedication. NAMTECH’s focus on skilling at high scales
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Former Chairman, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and architect of India’s Mangalyaan mission
