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My Dear Alumni,
Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) has firmly established itself as a beacon of academic excellence, innovation, and achievement in the fields of academics, sports, and sciences. The University has been bestowed with the prestigious status of “University with Potential for Excellence” by the University Grants Commission (UGC), a recognition that speaks volumes about its commitment to quality education and research. Additionally, GNDU has earned the highest possible accreditation, an “A++” grade, as per the modified criteria of the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). This distinction reflects the institution’s unwavering dedication to academic excellence and its continuous efforts to elevate the standards of higher education. More than twenty departments at the University have received substantial grants from various prestigious bodies, including UGC-SAP, DST-FIST, and PURSE, which have further bolstered its research capabilities and academic infrastructure. Over the years, GNDU has experienced phenomenal academic growth, earning widespread recognition for its exceptional contributions to higher education. The University’s status as a “University with Potential for Excellence” conferred by UGC reflects the transformative journey it has undergone, guided by its mission to provide quality education and impactful research.
The Alumni Association of Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, was initially founded in 2007 with the primary goal of fostering a strong, enduring relationship between the alumni and the University. The alumni of GNDU have made notable strides in a wide array of disciplines and have distinguished themselves through their dedication to their respective professions. Their achievements serve as a testament to the high standards of education and training imparted by the University. The expertise and knowledge of these accomplished alumni can play a pivotal role in the continued progress and development of GNDU. Their active involvement can help create a dynamic, thriving University community by contributing to the University’s growth and success. This association aims to contribute significantly to the University’s academic and research pursuits, leveraging the expertise and experiences of its alumni to drive further success. The primary objective of the Alumni Association is to enhance the interactions between the alumni, students, and faculty members. By providing forums and creating opportunities for engagement, the association facilitates the exchange of ideas, experiences, and valuable insights that benefit the University community as a whole. Through these interactions, alumni can share their professional experiences, offer guidance to students, and contribute to the academic and professional development of the next generation of graduates. In addition, alumni can play a vital role in assisting with placements, offering career advice, and providing mentorship to students as they embark on their professional journeys.
Beyond academic and professional support, the alumni also have the opportunity to contribute to the well-being of underprivileged students at the University. One of the ways in which alumni can make a lasting impact is by providing financial assistance in the form of scholarships for economically disadvantaged students. This support not only helps alleviate the financial burden on these students but also ensures that deserving individuals are not deprived of opportunities due to financial constraints. Additionally, alumni can contribute to the development of distinguished lecture series, research projects, and infrastructural improvements such as the construction of hostels, alumni guest houses, sports facilities, and extension activities. The Alumni Association also aims to promote social causes, such as supporting marginalized children and other underserved communities, thus extending the University’s commitment to social responsibility. By leveraging their resources and expertise, alumni can help foster an inclusive and socially responsible environment within the University.
I am confident that the office of the Dean of the Alumni Association will continue to engage with the alumni regularly, providing them with updates on the University’s academic progress and other key activities. This on-going communication will also encourage alumni to provide valuable feedback and suggestions, further enhancing the University’s growth and development. The collective wisdom and contributions of the alumni will undoubtedly continue to be a driving force in achieving academic excellence at Guru Nanak Dev University.
Prof. Karamjeet Singh
Vice Chancellor
Alumni Association Guru Nanak Dev University (AAGNDU) endeavors to bring together the old students who have passed from university campuses & its constituent and affiliated colleges to promote the GNDU-perception, provide them a common platform and strengthen bonds between Guru Nanak Dev University and its alumnus. The students and alumni of the university continue to excel in diverse fields of sciences, engineering, software development, sports, arts, management and public administration, GNDU today ranks among the top universities of the country. The AAGNDU supports activities of different alumni groups in India and abroad and provides a meeting ground to our alumni community spread throughout the world
The office of AAGNDU is situated at the Arts Block (ground-floor) in GNDU Main Campus and remains open on all working days from 09:00 am to 05:00 pm. The alumni can become member of AAGNDU by registering on the website http://alumni.gndu.ac.in and can update their information on the AAGNDU website. As of now, about 26000 alumni have registered themselves on the website.
The Executive Council of AAGNDU was established in the year 2015 for the smooth working of the Association and new Executive Members of the council are elected for a period of 3 years by nominations. Prof. Karamjeet Singh, the Vice-Chancellor of the university is the president of AAGNDU, Dr. Karanjeet Singh Kahlon, Registrar GNDU is the financial secretary, Dr. Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh is the first Vice-President (alumnus living in India) and Dr. Vijay Kumar Babbar is the Second Vice-President (alumnus living abroad), Dean Alumni is the Secretary of the Association. The Executive Council has full strength of 21 members.
The Association has created several GNDU Alumni Chapters abroad in US, UK & Europe, Canada and Australia to promote its activities in foreign countries.
The main objectives of AAGNDU are:
- To connect alumni, current students, faculty associated with GNDU.
- To encourage and support a spirit of community amongst members and to promote opportunities for the members to retain association with each other and the university.
- To maintain, develop and foster loyalty towards the university amongst the members and potential members.
- To strengthen and support the effectiveness, membership and activities of the recognized alumni groups and promote activities amongst them and to offer advice and assistance in appropriate circumstances to the members and the University.
- To make our alumni community vibrant & socially responsible and to assist GNDU to be visible at world map.
As a graduate of GNDU, the alumni are entitled to an amazing selection of benefits being provided by the University. These include campus-based facilities of state-of-the-art Gym, Swimming Pool, Health Centre/diagnostics tests and Guest House at discounted rates. To be able to take advantage of all the above benefits and services, the AAGNDU members can become a proud owner of an Alumni Life Membership Card, with a one-time life membership fee of Rs. 5,000/- from the members living in India and Rs. 15,000 from the members living abroad. The alumni can submit the Alumni Card Form to the Office of the Dean, Alumni Association, GNDU, Amritsar. Presently, the one-time membership fee can be deposited with the University Cashier or in the bank account Number 02881000052760, Punjab & Sind Bank, GNDU, Amritsar with the intimation to the office of Dean Alumni Association, GNDU, Amritsar. So far 105 alumni have enrolled in the Life Member Card Scheme. AAGNDU has been organizing seminars in which the alumni are invited to give presentations on their work and several notable alumni have given talks in the online and physical mode.
The annual alumni meet was organized at Sri Guru Granth Sahib Bhawan of the University on 2nd February, 2024. The annual meet was a grand success and attended by aapproximately 400 alumni of the university from wide range of spheres such as judiciary, civil services, Defence forces, industrialists, banking and academic institutes and directors from various private organizations.
The Chief Guest of the Alumni Meet was Dr. Harinder Pal Singh, a distinguished alumnus and Director of Fortis Escort Hospital & Research Centre, Amritsar. The then Vice- Chancellor and President of the association, Prof. Jaspal Singh Sandhu presided over the meeting. He said that the alumni of the university have risen to great heights in diverse fields. The alumni were holding key positions in the academics, judiciary, IFS, IAS, PCS, PCS juducial , Indian Police Services, Federal Services, Corporate Sector, Political Parties, Public/Pharma Sector and Punjab Civil Services etc. Prof. Sandhu provided details about the achievements of the University in academics, student enrollment, research, patents, sports, and honest financial policies of the university during recent years which has put the university in good health.
The meeting was also attended the First Vice-President (India), Dr. Kunwar Vijay Partap Singh who appreciated the efforts of Vice Chancellor, faculty staff and students to uplift this university at an international level, and said that the GNDU will be an international level university, shortly.
The purpose of the alumni meet 2024 was to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of its alumni in their separate disciplines, therefore it was truly unique. The association has recently initiated Outstanding Alumnus Awards to be given every year to three of its outstanding alumni. For the first time, the association honored three alumni at the University’s Annual Alumni Meet-2024 with “Outstanding Alumnus Awards” in the fields of sports, sciences and laws. Brig. Harcharan Singh (VSM, Retd.), a hockey Olympian, 1975 World Cup Hockey champion, and recipient of the Arjuna Award, was the first recipient of the award. He is among the university’s oldest and most senior alumni. Dr. Vinay Kumar, an Outstanding Scientist and Head (Retd.), Radiation Biology and Health Sciences Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, was the second recipient of the award for his exceptional contributions in sciences. Sh. Vikram Chaudhri, a highly distinguished lawyer in the Supreme Court and High Courts of India was the third recipient of the Outstanding Alumnus Award in the field of laws.
The other distinguished alumni who were felicitated by the association were Dr. Suman Sharma, Former International Basketball player and First Vice Chairman of the Indian Basketball Players Association and Arjuna Awardee and Retd. Professor of Physical Education, Dr. NavpreetKaur, Co-Founder/Vice-President, The Laxmi Foundation, Chandigarh, Mr. SandepMehra, Director, Chand Engineering Company, Amritsar, Mr. Anil Khanna, Assistant Customs Officer, Preventative Commissionerate, Amritsar, Mr. Jasneet Singh, Director, National Rubber Corporation, Amritsar, Dr. Premjot Singh Girgla, Consultant Dermatologist, Dr. Girgla’s Skin & STD Clinic, Amritsar, Dr. Harpreet Singh Grewal, Director, Grewal Hospital & Trauma Centre, Amritsar., Mr. Davinder Pal Singh, Founder & Managing Director, IK Rubber Industries Pvt. Ltd., Amritsar and owner of Bakes & Beans, Amritsar, Dr. Raman Chatrath, Anesthesiologist, Mr. Sandeep Bajwa, Additional Session Judge, Ludhiana, Mr. Daljit Singh, Music Director, and Mr. Parminder Sandhu, Director, Fine Plastics, Amritsar, Mr. Rajesh Seth, Director, Seth Industries, Amritsar and Dr. Rakesh Chauhan, Senior Radiologist, Dhillon Scanning Centre, Amritsar.
The G.N.D.U. Alumni Society has got itself registered under section 12A and donors to the society can avail of tax benefits under section 80G of the income tax act. An online portal has been created to accept donations from persons/organizations based in India.The approval under Foreign Contribution Regulation Act for receiving donations from abroad is under process. For donations to G.N.D.U. Alumni Society, please visit: http://eservices.gndu.ac.in/donations/
The alumni association wishes to establish strong bonds with its alumni and continuously work for their well-being.
Dean
Prof. Atul Khanna
It is a matter of great privilege to serve as Vice-President (Overseas) of the Alumni Association Guru Nanak Dev University (AAGNDU) for the second term. While it is an immense pleasure to serve our Alma Mater, it also brings responsibility and commitment to contribute towards its progress. Having established only in 1969, the University has excelled in academics, research and sports, and has been recognized as an institute of excellence by the national accreditation agency of India. The University has also set up international collaborations and signed MOUs with a number of reputed universities and institutes.
AAGNDU first created in 2007, has grown world-wide by establishing Alumni Chapters in Australia, Canada, UK and USA. Many of the alumni have achieved outstanding success in their career and have settled all over the globe; a number of them being entrepreneurs and prominent professionals in academics and in various industries of repute. The Association is largely aimed at facilitating interactions between the university alumni, faculty and students to advance the academic and research environment. It encourages the alumni to share their knowledge and experience with students by participating in interactive sessions to help students progress in their career paths and secure placements.
The University is committed to providing equal opportunities, quality education and healthy campus environment to all the students irrespective of their financial difficulties, which requires additional funding resources. It should be our endeavour to support our Alma Mater for this worthy cause. It is my earnest appeal to all the alumni to work together with the University in providing scholarships to the underprivileged students, creating research facilities, and developing infrastructure for the overall growth of the university. All contributions, big or small, are important and can play a significant role in supporting the career goals of several students. We are currently accepting donations in Indian currency only, but the University is actively pursuing to have approval from the Government of India to receive foreign currency donations.
If you would like to start a lecture series, make a contribution to the university, or have any other questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact me.
Vijay Babbar, Ph.D., P.Eng.
Vice-President (Overseas), AAGNDU
President, AAGNDU Eastern Canada Chapter
Senior Research Scientist/Engineer
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Chalk River, Ontario, CANADA
I congratulate the students and faculty for ensuring highest standards in the area of academics and co-curricular activities. My special appreciations to the worthy leadership of our Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr Jaspal Singh Sandhu under whose guidance and command the University has achieved new heights and has been conferred the status of “University with Potential for Excellence” by UGC. The University has also been accredited at “A++” grade by the NAAC.
As a proud alumnus of the University, I have always tried my best to see this University in the top ranks in the list of universities at global level. My endeavours would be to connect the academics with the governance so that human resource produced by this University can contribute in nation building in true sense. In the capacity of “First Vice-President” of the executive Council of AAGNDU, my vision is to equip the teachers and the students of the University with core-competencies so that most of the governmental project-works and researches could be carried out at university-level.
We are thankful to our Dean Alumni Prof. (Dr.) Atul Khanna who has been doing tireless efforts in coordinating the activities of the AAGNDU. With my Overseas colleague Dr. Vijay Kumar Babbar, we seek valuable guidance, support and suggestions from our earnest members of alumni, esteemed teachers and hardworking students so that we could be able to shape-up our endeavours in attaining truthful results.
Kunwar Vijay Partap Singh
(Vice President)
Alumni Association Guru Nanak Dev University
