IIT Kharagpur

A message from a global icon. A proud moment for
@IITKgp.

As IIT Kharagpur celebrates 75 years of excellence, innovation and nation-building, we were honoured to receive a special message from our distinguished alumnus @sundarpichai, CEO of @Google and Alphabet, marking this historic milestone.

His message reflects the enduring global impact of the IIT ecosystem and the power of education, innovation and technology to transform lives and shape the future.

As we celebrate our remarkable legacy, we look ahead with renewed ambition — to nurture ideas, inspire generations and create solutions that make a difference to India and the world.

Thank you, Sundar Pichai, for your inspiring words and warm wishes.

Celebrating 75 Years of IIT Kharagpur — Legacy. Leadership. Impact.

#IITKharagpur #IITKGP75 #75YearsOfIITKharagpur #SundarPichai #Innovation #Technology #Leadership #GlobalImpact

@sundarpichai @Google @Suman_iitkgp

Global Recognition | KGPian Excellence!

From IIT Kharagpur to the Global Frontiers of Safe Autonomy!

Heartiest congratulations to Prof. Siddartha Khastgir, distinguished alumnus of IIT Kharagpur (Mechanical Engineering, Dual Degree, Class of 2011), on receiving the James Clayton Prize 2026, the highest engineering honour conferred by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (@IMechE), UK.

Currently Professor and Head of Safe Autonomy at WMG, University of Warwick, UK, Prof. Khastgir is internationally recognised for his pioneering contributions to safe autonomous vehicles, trustworthy AI and the advancement of safety in emerging technologies.

A UKRI Future Leaders Fellow and adviser to the UK Government and the United Nations, his remarkable journey exemplifies the global impact of KGPians in advancing engineering excellence and responsible technological innovation.

IIT Kharagpur takes immense pride in his outstanding achievement and wishes him continued success in shaping a safer, smarter and more sustainable future.

#IITKharagpur #KGPianPride #AlumniExcellence #JamesClaytonPrize2026 #IMechE #SafeAutonomy #EngineeringExcellence #GlobalRecognition

@EduMinOfIndia @Suman_iitkgp @siddkhastgir

IIT Kharagpur Joins Hands with the Law Commission of India!

In a significant step towards strengthening the interface between academia, legal research and national policymaking, the Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law (RGSoIPL), IIT Kharagpur, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Law Commission of India.

The MoU was signed on behalf of the Law Commission by Shri Praveen Srivastava, ILS, Additional Secretary, in the distinguished presence of Hon’ble Justice Dinesh Maheshwari, Chairperson; Prof. D. P. Verma, Member; and Dr. Anju Rathi Rana, Member Secretary and Prof. Uday Shankar, Dean, RGSoIPL, IIT Kharagpur.

Advancing Research, Policy and Legal Innovation

The collaboration will foster joint legal and policy research, academic exchanges, capacity-building programmes, publications, impact assessments, and expert contributions to law reform initiatives, including emerging areas such as digital evidence and administrative studies.

This strategic partnership reflects IIT Kharagpur’s commitment to interdisciplinary excellence, evidence-based policymaking and nation-building, creating meaningful opportunities for faculty and students to contribute to India's evolving legal and regulatory landscape.

Together, we aim to transform academic knowledge into meaningful legal and policy impact for a stronger, future-ready India.

#IITKharagpur #LawCommissionOfIndia #RGSoIPL #LawReform #LegalResearch #PolicyMaking #LegalEducation #NationBuilding

@EduMinOfIndia

A Vision for Transforming Higher Education in Northeast India!

Shri Kishor Barman, Hon'ble Minister of Higher Education, Government of Tripura, shares his vision for strengthening higher education, research, innovation and skill development in Tripura through the landmark strategic collaboration with IIT Kharagpur.

The initiative, undertaken in the presence of Prof. Suman Chakraborty, Director, IIT Kharagpur, aims to strengthen academic institutions, promote AI-enabled education and foster research, entrepreneurship and industry-relevant skills.

Empowering Young Minds: From Job Seekers to Job Creators!

Watch the highlights as the Hon'ble Minister speaks about this transformative initiative and its potential to shape a knowledge-driven, innovation-led future for Tripura.

#IITKharagpur #GovernmentOfTripura #HigherEducation #ResearchAndInnovation #SkillDevelopment #NortheastIndia #ViksitBharat

@EduMinOfIndia @DipakBarmanRSS @Suman_iitkgp

Pioneering Newborn Care, Transforming Healthcare!

IIT Kharagpur congratulates Prof. Arun Kumarendu Singh, Professor and Head of Paediatrics at IIT Kharagpur's Medical School, on his appointment as Adviser to the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal, for a two-year term, focusing on maternal and child healthcare.

Widely recognised as the “Father of Sick Newborn Care Units (SNCUs)” in India, Prof. Singh has made pioneering contributions to neonatal healthcare, saving newborn lives and strengthening public health systems.

Prof. Suman Chakraborty, Director, IIT Kharagpur, congratulated him on this prestigious recognition, highlighting the Institute's vision of integrating clinical excellence with cutting-edge technology to transform healthcare delivery.

A proud moment for IIT Kharagpur and a significant step towards accessible, affordable and technology-driven healthcare!

#IITKharagpur #HealthcareInnovation #NeonatalCare #MedicalSchool #MaternalAndChildHealth #PublicHealth

@EduMinOfIndia