by Dr. Jagdish W. Bakal , Principal, PHCET
marking the official establishment and recognition of the IEEE PHCET Student Branch.
| Date | September 4th, 2026 |
| Venue | Conclave I |
| Resource Person | Dr. Shashikant Patil, Dr. Pramod Bide, Prof. Biju Balakrishnan, Dr. Mansi Subhedar |
| Faculty Coordinator | Dr. Rajashree Gadhave ,Ms. Snehal Chitale |
| Department | Computer Engineering |
| Event Objective: | The objective of this event was to introduce the IEEE Student Branch to students, create awareness about IEEE and its global professional community, explain the benefits of IEEE membership, and encourage students to actively participate in technical, professional, and leadership activities |
| Event Outcome: | Students gained an understanding of IEEE, its mission, membership benefits, technical societies, scholarships, networking opportunities, and student branch activities. The session motivated students to join IEEE and contribute to various technical and professional initiatives. |
Description:
The Department of Computer Engineering organized the IEEE PHCET Student Branch Inauguration Ceremony on September 4th, 2026, at 1:00 PM in Conclave I. The event marked a significant milestone for the institute with the formal establishment of the IEEE PHCET Student Branch, providing students with a platform to engage in technical, professional, and leadership-oriented activities under the global IEEE community.
The ceremony commenced with a warm welcome and opening address, followed by an introduction to IEEE, highlighting its vision, mission, and commitment to advancing technology for humanity. The event was graced by Dr. Shashikant Patil (Chair, IEEE Maharashtra Section), Dr. Pramod Bhide (Treasurer, IEEE Maharashtra Section) and Prof. Biju Balakrishnan (Branch Counsellor, IEEE SIES GST & IEEE Senior Member), whose presence added great value to the occasion.
A traditional Lamp Lighting Ceremony and Ganesh Vandana marked the formal beginning of the inauguration. The dignitaries were felicitated and formally introduced to the audience. One of the key highlights of the event was the official handover of the IEEE Student Branch Formation Letter to Dr. Jagdish W. Bakal, Principal, PHCET , Dr. Rajashree Gadhave, Head of the Department of Computer Engineering and Ms. Snehal Chitale, Branch Counsellor, IEEE PHCET Student Branch, signifying the formal establishment of the IEEE PHCET Student Branch.
The ceremony also witnessed the unveiling of the IEEE PHCET Student Branch Website, showcasing the branch’s commitment to promoting communication, collaboration, and engagement among students. The audience was then addressed by Pragati Patil, Chairperson of the IEEE PHCET Student Branch, who shared the vision, objectives, and future plans of the newly formed student branch. This was followed by an inspiring address by Ms. Snehal Chitale, Branch Counsellor, who emphasized the importance of IEEE membership and encouraged students to actively participate in technical, professional, and leadership activities organized through IEEE.
Dr. Rajashree Gadhave, Head of the Department of Computer Engineering, highlighted the department’s commitment to fostering innovation, research, and industry-oriented learning through IEEE initiatives. Dr. Jagdish W. Bakal, Principal, PHCET, congratulated the department and students on this remarkable achievement and emphasized the role of professional organizations such as IEEE in enhancing technical competence, leadership qualities, and global exposure among engineering students.
The IEEE PHCET Student Branch Core Team was subsequently introduced to the audience, marking the beginning of student-led IEEE activities within the institute. The distinguished guests then shared valuable insights about IEEE, its mission, vision, global reach, technical societies, conferences, workshops, research publications, scholarships, and professional networking opportunities. They encouraged students to leverage IEEE platforms for technical advancement, leadership development, innovation, and career growth.
The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, management, faculty members, student volunteers, and participants for making the event a grand success. The inauguration received an overwhelming response, with 200+ students attending the ceremony and gaining valuable knowledge about IEEE membership, student branch activities, and the opportunities available through the global IEEE community.
Contents Covered:
- Students were introduced to IEEE, its mission, vision, global presence, and its role in advancing technology and innovation worldwide.
- The benefits of IEEE membership, including access to technical resources, research publications, conferences, workshops, scholarships, and professional networking opportunities, were explained.
- The official handover of the IEEE Student Branch Formation Letter was conducted, marking the formal establishment and recognition of the IEEE PHCET Student Branch.
- The objectives, vision, and future plans of the IEEE PHCET Student Branch were presented, along with the introduction of the branch website and core team.
- Students were encouraged to actively participate in IEEE activities, technical events, leadership roles, volunteering opportunities, and professional development initiatives.
