Students Return from JAGRUTI with New Mindsets

Mere academic learning is not enough to achieve excellence in any field. This principle applies equally to engineering students. It is imperative for them to go beyond textbooks and actively work towards gaining and refining real-world industry knowledge.

Recognizing this need, IMTMA, alongside IMTEX FORMING, runs the JAGRUTI programme for engineering and technology students. The programme concluded yesterday, generating enthusiasm among 30 students, primarily from the mechanical engineering stream, representing 15 engineering colleges from across the country.

The students were divided into six groups and briefed on the programme structure before being taken on mentor-led guided tours of the exhibition. On the final day, the participants reconvened for an interactive brainstorming session led by Satish Kumar, Chief Advisor of the programme, who introduced them to effective methods of learning through observation and critical thinking.

Further guidance was provided by Prasad Pendse, Director, IMTMA, who shared key instructions on professional learning approaches. Coordinators and mentors Nagraj Hamilpure, Senior Executive Officer, IMTMA, and Vandana Kohli also offered insights on what it takes to become a good engineer, with all speakers emphasizing the importance of group discussions—known in industry terms as collaboration and knowledge sharing.

As part of the post-programme engagement, participating students have been assigned two key tasks. They will first make presentations on their learnings from JAGRUTI, followed by the submission of project-based reports derived from their observations and insights. Since the programme is conducted in coordination with the HR departments of the respective colleges, students will continue to receive institutional support in completing these assignments.

JAGRUTI goes beyond sparking curiosity—it nurtures a deeper understanding of industry realities and encourages students to focus on real technological challenges. The programme helps participants realign their thinking with industry needs, enabling them to develop a 360-degree perspective in addressing engineering problems.

Concluding the programme, Kumar urged students to move beyond imitation and focus on creation. “Do not copy—create,” he advised and encouraged participants to embrace fresh thinking.

Source: Magic Wand Media