Inauguration speech Good [morning/afternoon], everyone! It gives me immense pleasure to stand before you today at the inauguration of our Indigenous Processor Centre of Excellence Lab. This event marks a significant milestone in our journey toward innovation, technical excellence, and academic growth. First and foremost, let us extend our warmest welcome to our esteemed chief guest, Dr. Reeba Koara, Dean of Alliance College of Engineering and Design. Dr. Reeba has been instrumental in setting up the Cadence software for our Indigenous Processor CoE. Her unwavering support and dedication have been crucial in transforming this vision into reality. Thank you, Dr. Reeba, for your guidance and encouragement. We are also privileged to have Dr. Gaurav Kumar, Head of the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, with us today. Dr. Gaurav’s leadership has been pivotal in fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within the department. Thank you, Dr. Gaurav, for joining us on this special occasion. Next, it is a great honor to welcome Dr. Sheila Mahapatra, Associate Director (Research Academics) and Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Dr. Sheila’s presence here today signifies the value of interdisciplinary collaboration and her relentless support for academic advancements. I would also like to take this opportunity to express our deepest gratitude and respect for Dr. Sandeep Dhariwal, the Director of our Indigenous Processor CoE. Dr. Dhariwal has not only taught us the powerful tools of Cadence Virtuoso and Cadence Innovus. His vision and mentorship inspire us to push boundaries and reach greater heights. This lab stands as a testament to our collective hard work and dedication. It provides students with the opportunity to learn cutting-edge technologies, contribute to indigenous development, and align themselves with the nation’s vision of technological self-reliance. To all the students and faculty present here, let this lab be a space for innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Let us seize this opportunity to learn, explore, and create solutions that make a difference. Once again, a heartfelt welcome to all our distinguished guests, faculty members, and students. Together, let us make this journey a remarkable one. Thank you.
