To familiarize the students with the technical landscape of modern India and to brainstorm ways of improving the scenario, an interactive session on Shaping the New and Modern India was held at PEC University of Technology, Chandigarh on 15th February, 2017 in association with CII Chandigarh. The thought behind this interactive session was to capture their Journey So Far and together deliberate on ways to shape up New and Modern India.
Dr. Dinesh Dua, Chairman of CII graced the event as the Chief Guest and highlighted the organization's monumental role in the development of the nation with incessant effort and innovation combined with the nurturing in the country's young and technical minds.
Various entrepreneurs and leading Heads of industry, who were also the alumni of the institute, expounded the significance of bridging the gap between industry and academia. The importance of the training semester was stressed and students were encouraged to chase their passion and seek excellence in the practical aspect of their streams and look beyond the academics.
The event was a resounding success and was attended by students, faculty, Heads of Departments and PEC's Director himself.