ASSOCIATION DAY CELEBRATION – 2026
Date : 2nd March 2026
The Department of Information Technology at Dr. M.G.R Educational and Research Institute successfully organized its Association Day on 2nd April 2026, marking a prestigious occasion that brought together students, faculty members, and distinguished alumni to celebrate academic excellence and professional achievements.
The grand inaugural ceremony was graced by eminent dignitaries including Honorable Chancellor A.C. Shanmugam, Honorable President Er. A.C.S. Arunkumar, and the Chief Guest Mr. Surya P., Senior Associate – HR, Flipkart. The event was further honored by the presence of Ms. Bamini Priya Baskar, esteemed alumna (Batch 2007–2011) and CTO of Hexite Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Chennai. Other notable attendees included Dr. C.B. Palanivelu, Dr. V. Cyril Raj, Dr. K. M. Mehata (Advisor – Computer Science), Dr. N. Ethiraj (Dean – E&T), and Dr. N. Kanya (Dean – Student Affairs & Head, Department of IT).
The Inaugural Address was delivered by Mr. Surya P., who shared valuable insights on real-time industry growth and encouraged students to align their academic learning with industry demands, embrace entrepreneurship, and continuously upgrade their skills.
The event also featured an inspiring Alumni Address by Ms. Bamini Priya Baskar, who highlighted the future of technology and emphasized the importance of student engagement in shaping the tech landscape. Her address provided meaningful insights into Artificial Intelligence, GPT technologies, and emerging opportunities in the IT sector.
A significant highlight of the event was the Badge Pinning Ceremony, where student representatives from various professional bodies and clubs were recognized for their leadership and active contributions.
Students were also recognized for their accomplishments in technical skills, leadership qualities, and extracurricular excellence, showcasing the holistic development encouraged by the institution.
A moment of pride was the recognition of Mr. I. Pranava Kumar, final-year IT student, who was awarded the Best Outgoing Student (2022–2026 Batch) for his outstanding overall performance.
