Kanpur: The Class of 1976 of the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) returned to campus to celebrate their Golden Jubilee Reunion. As part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations, the Class of 1976 announced a pledge of Rs. 13.40 crore, aimed at supporting key initiatives at IIT-Kanpur. The alumni fondly reflected on their formative years on campus during the 1970s, a period that laid the foundation for their professional journeys and lifelong values.Speaking on the occasion, director IIT-K Manindra Agrawal said, “IIT Kanpur takes great pride in the accomplishments of its alumni and the values they continue to uphold. The Golden Jubilee Reunion of the Class of 1976 is a celebration of not only five decades of personal and professional achievements, but also of a lasting relationship with the institute. Their commitment to giving back will play an important role in strengthening IIT Kanpur’s academic and institutional ecosystem for future generations.“On behalf of the batch, Muktesh Pant highlighted the Class of 1976’s long-standing culture of collective giving and its sustained association with IIT Kanpur. He recalled an earlier batch-led contribution made nearly 25 years ago, which was channelled towards the LVAD project, helping lay the foundation for pioneering work in artificial heart research at the Gangwal School of Medical Sciences and Technology at IIT- K. Dean of Resources and Alumni Prof Amey Karkare said, “Our alumni are among IIT Kanpur’s greatest strengths, and the Class of 1976 exemplifies the spirit of lifelong association with one’s alma mater. Their generous pledge during this landmark reunion reflects a deep sense of responsibility and affection for the institute”.
