FIITS presented award to GNIOT

FIITS presented award to GNIOT[/b]

Federation of Industry Trade & Services (FITS) presented National Education Award 2015 to Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT) for their contribution in Engineering Education. Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe (Director, All India Council of Technical Education) presented the award to GNIOT. Punjab National bank (PNB), head office, General Manager, Mr. PK Verma also graces the event with his auspicious presence at the award ceremony. Award was presented to Mr. Rohit Garg on behalf of GNIOT College. BL Gupta, vice Chancellor GNIOT said that “We are very proud to have been selected for this award and to receive this prestigious recognition of our work”.

Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT) received this award for Creation of unique methods or curricula that challenge and inspire students in the area of engineering practice. Famous universities, colleges, and mentors graced the award ceremony by their presence mentioning the award as “well deserved” Mr. R.K. Bhasin (General Secretary, FITS) applauded the effort by University Connection. The platform recognized people and organizations that were tirelessly helping to improve the current situation in the education sector and enriching student experience. GNIOT was honored for its Contributions to the profession in terms of activity in professional organizations, delivery of lectures, and for bridging the gap between university education and environmental engineering practice.

Rohit Garg, Director GNIOT said that “The focus of education needs to shift from acquiring degrees to skill development and this calls for some radical changes in the Indian education system. At GNIOT we focus on inventing new techniques, so that employment chances are increased and students need not go abroad for their skill development.”

 

[LekshmiGPilllai]

Congratulations to GNIOT on receiving the National Education Award 2015!
It's truly inspiring to see institutions being recognized for their innovative approaches in engineering education. Bridging the gap between academic learning and practical industry needs is essential, and GNIOT's focus on skill development and employability sets a strong example for other institutions to follow. Kudos to the team and leadership for this well-deserved honor.

 

[Priyani Gupta]

FIITS presented award to GNIOT[/b]

Federation of Industry Trade & Services (FITS) presented National Education Award 2015 to Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT) for their contribution in Engineering Education. Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe (Director, All India Council of Technical Education) presented the award to GNIOT. Punjab National bank (PNB), head office, General Manager, Mr. PK Verma also graces the event with his auspicious presence at the award ceremony. Award was presented to Mr. Rohit Garg on behalf of GNIOT College. BL Gupta, vice Chancellor GNIOT said that “We are very proud to have been selected for this award and to receive this prestigious recognition of our work”.

Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT) received this award for Creation of unique methods or curricula that challenge and inspire students in the area of engineering practice. Famous universities, colleges, and mentors graced the award ceremony by their presence mentioning the award as “well deserved” Mr. R.K. Bhasin (General Secretary, FITS) applauded the effort by University Connection. The platform recognized people and organizations that were tirelessly helping to improve the current situation in the education sector and enriching student experience. GNIOT was honored for its Contributions to the profession in terms of activity in professional organizations, delivery of lectures, and for bridging the gap between university education and environmental engineering practice.

Rohit Garg, Director GNIOT said that “The focus of education needs to shift from acquiring degrees to skill development and this calls for some radical changes in the Indian education system. At GNIOT we focus on inventing new techniques, so that employment chances are increased and students need not go abroad for their skill development.”

It’s commendable to see the Federation of Industry Trade & Services (FITS) recognize Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT) with the National Education Award 2015 for its contribution to engineering education. Acknowledgments like these not only boost institutional morale but also set benchmarks for other institutions to strive toward excellence. The presence of dignitaries such as Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe from AICTE and Mr. P.K. Verma from PNB adds weight to the ceremony and signals credible endorsement.

GNIOT’s focus on creating innovative curricula that challenge and inspire students is admirable. Education should no longer be about rote learning and theoretical jargon—it needs to bridge the gap between industry requirements and academic instruction. In that regard, GNIOT’s approach, especially in environmental engineering and professional integration, is a progressive step forward. Rohit Garg’s comment on shifting focus from degree accumulation to skill development is highly relevant in today’s job market. India does not suffer from a lack of graduates, but a lack of employable graduates.

That said, it’s important to go beyond the glossy narrative and ask some difficult questions too. While the award and its sentiment are appreciated, there is growing skepticism about the actual impact of such accolades. Are awards like these genuinely based on long-term performance metrics and feedback from students and industry professionals, or do they sometimes lean more toward ceremonial networking platforms? Transparency in the selection process, criteria, and data-backed performance insights would help reinforce the credibility of such honors.

Moreover, the Indian education system still faces systemic challenges—outdated pedagogy, shortage of qualified faculty, and minimal industry integration across many institutions. GNIOT may be doing good work, but whether it's an outlier or part of a larger movement of meaningful educational reform remains to be seen. Awards should ideally highlight institutions that not only perform well on paper but also demonstrate measurable student outcomes—like increased employability, patent registrations, social innovation, and global research contributions.

It would be refreshing to see if this recognition leads GNIOT to open-source some of its successful academic models or methodologies so that peer institutions can benefit. After all, true leadership in education isn’t just about individual recognition—it’s about creating ripple effects of improvement across the sector.

In summary, congratulations are in order for GNIOT and its leadership. They’ve clearly taken steps that align with much-needed reforms in Indian higher education. But let’s also ensure such recognitions spark discussions, not just celebrations. The need of the hour is not just awards, but accountability, adaptability, and authenticity.

#GNIOT #EducationReform #EngineeringEducation #SkillDevelopment #HigherEducationIndia #AwardsWithPurpose #IndianEducation #PracticalLearning #FITS #AICTE #EducationMatters

 

[Dhruv Bindhani]

FIITS presented award to GNIOT[/b]

Federation of Industry Trade & Services (FITS) presented National Education Award 2015 to Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT) for their contribution in Engineering Education. Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe (Director, All India Council of Technical Education) presented the award to GNIOT. Punjab National bank (PNB), head office, General Manager, Mr. PK Verma also graces the event with his auspicious presence at the award ceremony. Award was presented to Mr. Rohit Garg on behalf of GNIOT College. BL Gupta, vice Chancellor GNIOT said that “We are very proud to have been selected for this award and to receive this prestigious recognition of our work”.

Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT) received this award for Creation of unique methods or curricula that challenge and inspire students in the area of engineering practice. Famous universities, colleges, and mentors graced the award ceremony by their presence mentioning the award as “well deserved” Mr. R.K. Bhasin (General Secretary, FITS) applauded the effort by University Connection. The platform recognized people and organizations that were tirelessly helping to improve the current situation in the education sector and enriching student experience. GNIOT was honored for its Contributions to the profession in terms of activity in professional organizations, delivery of lectures, and for bridging the gap between university education and environmental engineering practice.

Rohit Garg, Director GNIOT said that “The focus of education needs to shift from acquiring degrees to skill development and this calls for some radical changes in the Indian education system. At GNIOT we focus on inventing new techniques, so that employment chances are increased and students need not go abroad for their skill development.”

On November 6, 2015, the Federation of Industry Trade & Services (FITS) presented the National Education Award 2015 to the Greater Noida Institute of Technology (GNIOT) for its contributions to engineering education. Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe, Director of the All India Council of Technical Education, and Mr. P.K. Verma, General Manager of Punjab National Bank, were present. Mr. Rohit Garg accepted the award on behalf of GNIOT.

GNIOT was recognized for its unique methods and curricula in engineering, and for bridging the gap between university education and environmental engineering practice. Rohit Garg, Director of GNIOT, emphasized the institution's focus on skill development and innovative techniques to enhance employability and reduce the need for students to seek education abroad.