The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm on the institute campus, with the Director, distinguished guests, faculty members, staff, and students in attendance.

The national flag was hoisted by Prof. Prasad Krishna, Director, NIT Calicut, marking the beginning of the celebrations. The programme was graced by SGT Varunkumar VM (G), a Battle Casualty of Operation Sindoor, as the Chief Guest. SGT Varunkumar VM (G) has been honoured with the President’s Award and the Vayusena Medal (Gallantry) for his distinguished service and courage.

The event also featured Group Captain Rajeeva Kumar Gupta, Retd., as the Guest of Honour. Prof. Satyananda Panda, Dean (Students’ Welfare), along with faculty members, staff and students of NIT Calicut, participated in the celebrations.

Addressing the gathering, Director Prof. Prasad Krishna highlighted the significance of Atmanirbhar Bharat and the vision of a Viksit Bharat. He emphasised the important role that institutions of national importance, such as NIT Calicut, can play in strengthening the nation through excellence in education, research, innovation, technological development and service to society.

The Director underscored the responsibility of the institute community to contribute to India’s journey towards self-reliance and towards becoming a developed nation. He called upon students, faculty and staff to work with commitment and innovation towards building a stronger, technologically advanced and self-reliant India.

The celebrations concluded with a renewed commitment by the NIT Calicut community to uphold the values of the Constitution and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s progress.