The following letter has been forwarded to various teachers and members of the administration and has received full support from everyone.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
We, the students of Indian School of Mines University (I.S.M.U.), Dhanbad are writing to you on a matter that holds great significance to our prestigious institution. We believe that I.S.M. University is at par with the illustrious IITs in terms of quality of education imparted, research and intake of students should be considered as a prime candidate for the conversion to an IIT.
Sir, we would like to bring to your kind notice that I.S.M. University, Dhanbad- an autonomous institution under the aegis of the MHRD is one of the oldest technical institutions of the nation having a legacy of pioneering work in earth science and energy sector since its inception in the year 1926. It has consistently produced leaders in these fields and has helped in laying the foundation of organisations such as ONGC , CIL and CIMFR, thus playing a significant role in nation building. Also, a tough entry barrier in the form of IIT-JEE has ensured the intake of a brilliant brain pool which is reflected in the quality of students. The alumni of the institute have been contributing to the frontiers of research and have had significant roles in major government and private organisations.
Here, we would like to point out that ISMU, which is already renowned for its contribution to the mineral and oil industry of India, has also developed a strong foothold in electronics, mechanical, computer science & information technology and electrical since their introduction. In addition, Environmental Engineering is a branch unique to ISMU, and taking into account issues of climate change and mitigation of pollution, students graduating from here are going to play a key role in this aspect of development of the country. It is also noteworthy that the institute has maintained a good placement record even in times of recession, something which is reflected in the fact that we were ranked 8th in National Surveys for best educational institutions.
However, the present scenario shows that aspiring engineers and technocrats opt for the IIT brand and tend to prefer nascent IITs, overlooking our well-established and iconic institute. In our opinion, it is imperative to continue attracting the best of minds in order to pursue the mission of achieving excellence in academics and research. Also, greater financial resources can bring about innovation, adaptability and creativity, all of which are essential for competing as a technical education institution of international standards and indisputable excellence.
With the Government of India keen to strengthen the higher education structure of the country by developing new IITs, it is our strong and well-considered opinion that a well established institution of the stature of I.S.M. University be promoted to IIT Dhanbad. This will also serve the purpose of developing the educational infrastructure in the state of Jharkhand, which so far lacks an institution of the status of an IIT.
Hence we propose that I.S.M. University Dhanbad be converted to IIT Dhanbad and be allotted resources and funds at par with the existing IITs.
Eagerly awaiting your support.
Regards,
ISMU Students Community
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