Pune, 3rd December 2024: The College of Military Engineering (CME), Pune, hosted the Scroll Presentation Ceremony for the Engineer Officers Degree Engineering (EODE-126) and Technical Entry Scheme (TES-42) courses at Sarvatra Hall.
The ceremony witnessed 68 officers, including 31 from EODE and 37 from TES courses, being awarded B.Tech degrees in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering.
Among the graduates were two officers from Bhutan and one officer each from Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Zimbabwe, with the degrees conferred under the aegis of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi.
Ceremony Highlights
Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and delivered the valedictory address.
He highlighted the increasing complexities of defense infrastructure and emphasized the importance of continuous learning and technological innovation for the graduating officers.
Lieutenant General A.K. Ramesh, Commandant of CME, also addressed the graduates, encouraging them to stay updated with advancements in engineering to enhance their professional skills. Major General Gaurav Kaushal, Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM), Deputy Commandant and Dean of CME, presented the academic report for Autumn Term 2024.
Recognition and Awards
Outstanding performances were recognized with prestigious awards:
Gold Medals:
Civil Engineering: Captain Divas Negi (EODE-126) and Lieutenant Mohak Walia (TES-42)
Electrical Engineering: Captain Lalit Kumar
Mechanical Engineering: Lieutenant Adamya Pratap Singh
General Officer Commanding-in-Chief ARTRAC Awards:
Best Student, Civil Engineering: Captain Purnima Tiwari (EODE-126) and Lieutenant Amandeep Singh (TES-42)
Best Student, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering: Captain Lalit Kumar and Lieutenant Adamya Pratap Singh
Innovative Projects
Graduating officers showcased their technical prowess by presenting projects on contemporary topics, reflecting their expertise in civil engineering, mechanical and electrical engineering, and geographical information systems.
The ceremony marked a significant milestone in the academic and professional journey of these officers, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to address the dynamic challenges of modern defense infrastructure.