Orientation Programme 2026
“Engineering Possibilities, Shaping the Future”
7th - 8th August 2026
Dronacharya College of Engineering, Gurugram organized a two-day Orientation Programme for the newly admitted B.Tech. students of Batch 2026 - 2030 on 7th and 8th August 2026. The programme was thoughtfully designed to provide a warm and inspiring welcome to the new students and familiarize them with the academic environment, institutional values, industry expectations, career opportunities, and diverse avenues for personal and professional growth. The two-day programme brought together academic leaders, industry experts, distinguished guests, achievers, faculty members, and students through a blend of formal ceremonies, expert interactions, recognition of excellence, academic orientation, industry connect sessions, motivational talks, and cultural activities.
On the first day, the programme commenced with a formal welcome to the newly admitted students and an introduction to the opportunities and expectations associated with their engineering journey. A special Felicitation Ceremony recognized outstanding student achievements, including accomplishments in prestigious platforms such as the ICPC contest and placements at organizations including Noveum Inc. and Adobe Systems India Pvt. Ltd. The recognition served as a source of motivation for the newly admitted students and encouraged them to actively pursue excellence beyond the classroom.
The students subsequently attended an expert session on “Career Readiness & Emerging Technologies” delivered by Ms. Deepti Anand, Associate Director - Talent Acquisition, US Hiring, Tiger Analytics. The session emphasized the importance of strengthening technical knowledge while simultaneously developing communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and professional skills. The formal proceedings were enriched by a cultural presentation titled “Grace in Motion,” which showcased the creativity and enthusiasm of the student community.
The academic segment included an Academic Orientation and Departmental Introduction by the Head of the Department of Applied Sciences and Humanities. The session familiarized students with the academic structure, departmental environment, learning expectations, foundational subjects, and the significance of interdisciplinary learning in engineering education. The first day concluded with a cultural presentation titled “Cultural Rhythms,” followed by a vibrant Talent Showcase and Cultural Extravaganza, providing students with a platform to showcase their creativity and talents.
On the second day, the programme commenced with an opening ceremony and formal welcome, followed by an insightful session on “Innovation & Future Skills” delivered by Ms. Mamta Yadav, Assistant Vice President, Human Resources, Amantya Technologies. The session highlighted the importance of innovation, adaptability, emerging skills, and continuous learning in preparing students for the rapidly evolving professional landscape.
This was followed by a session on “Future of Engineering: Industry Perspective” by Mr. Suresh Aade, Head of Human Resources, Foodhub Software Solutions India Pvt. Ltd., which provided students with valuable insights into the changing nature of engineering careers and the expectations of employers. A cultural presentation titled “Rhythms of India” added vibrancy to the programme, followed by a Recognition Ceremony celebrating student achievements.
One of the major highlights of the programme was the felicitation of 66 students who had qualified GATE. The achievers were felicitated with mementos, cheques, and appreciation letters in recognition of their dedication, perseverance, and academic excellence. The felicitation served as an inspiration for the newly admitted students to set ambitious academic and professional goals.
The programme continued with a Motivational Address on “Building a Future-Ready Mindset” by Ms. GeetikaKwatra, Vice President, Human Resources, India, NatWest Group. The session encouraged students to develop a growth-oriented mindset and prepare themselves for the evolving demands of the professional world. An engaging Leadership Talk on “Inspiring Innovation & Lifelong Learning” was delivered by Mr. Bhajneet Singh Dhingra, Head of Talent Acquisition, GDC Engineering, WPP, who emphasized the importance of innovation, leadership, continuous learning, and professional development.
The Orientation Programme further featured an Industry Connect Session on “Bridging Academia and Industry” by Mr. Poorvak Kapoor, Vice President of Technology, Euler Motors. The session highlighted the relationship between academic learning and industrial requirements and emphasized the importance of developing practical competencies. This was followed by a session on “Career Pathways & Professional Excellence” by Prof. Shyam Sudhir Pandey, Professor, Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech), Japan, which provided students with an international perspective on career development, higher education, professional excellence, and global opportunities.
Another significant achievement recognized during the programme was the selection of 22 students for international internships in Japan and South Korea. The students were felicitated with invite letters in recognition of their international internship opportunities, highlighting the institution’s commitment to providing students with global exposure and career opportunities.
The industry-academia interaction continued with a session on “Bridging Academia and Industry” by Ms. Khushboo Gupta, Head of Talent Acquisition – India, Corning Technologies. The session provided students with valuable insights into professional expectations, workplace competencies, and career opportunities. An Industry Leadership Talk on “Getting Ready for Tomorrow” was delivered by Mr. Deepanshu Anand, Global TA leader, Branding & Academia Strategist, Life and Career Coach, focusing on future career challenges, adaptability, and the development of relevant professional skills.
The programme was further enriched by a cultural presentation titled “Expressions of Excellence,” celebrating the creativity and diverse talents of the student community. A notable institutional achievement was also recognized as the Department of Applied Sciences and Humanities received the Best Department Award, acknowledging its contribution towards academic excellence, student development, and institutional growth.
The two-day Orientation Programme concluded with the felicitation of distinguished guests, followed by a formal Vote of Thanks delivered by Vice Principal Dr. Ashima Mehta. The concluding ceremony acknowledged the valuable contributions of the invited guests, academic leaders, faculty members, organizers, and students in making the programme successful.
Overall, the Orientation Programme provided the newly admitted B.Tech. Batch 2026–2030 with a comprehensive introduction to the academic, professional, and cultural environment of Dronacharya College of Engineering, Gurugram. The interactions with distinguished industry leaders, HR professionals, academicians, and achievers offered students valuable insights into emerging technologies, innovation, career readiness, industry expectations, future skills, lifelong learning, professional excellence, and global opportunities. The programme served as a meaningful beginning to their four-year engineering journey and motivated them to pursue academic excellence, embrace innovation, develop industry-relevant competencies, and actively participate in the academic and co-curricular life of the institution.