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Seen standing to the left of the image is Prof. K. A. V. Pandalai (Director, IITM). Also seen in the image (centre), seated on the dais, Mrs. Indira Gandhi (Prime Minister of India), Mr. K. K. Sha (Governor of Tamil Nadu) and Mr. C. Subramaniam (Union Minister). Prof. G. S. Laddha (Director, A. C. College of Technology) and Prof. S. D. Nigam (Mathematics) can be seen to the right of the graduate. The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. The ceremony was held in the Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) ground which is situated within the Institute’s premises.…

Seen to the right of the image is Mrs. Chithra Rao (President of the Ladies Club), wife of Prof. B. V. A. Rao, handing a bouquet to Mrs. Indira Gandhi (Prime Minister of India. Also present in the image are: The Chairman, Board of Governors, Prof. K. T. Chandy (the gentleman with his back to the camera) and the Director, IITM, Prof. K. A. V. Pandalai (behind Prof. Chandy). The rest of the individuals in the image are yet to be identified. The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. Unlike most of the previous convocation ceremonies which were held at…

Seen the image from the left is Prof. K. A. V. Pandalai (Director, IITM), Mrs. Indira Gandhi (Prime Minister of India) and Mr Venkataraman (CSO).   The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. The ceremony was held in the Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) ground which is situated within the Institute’s premises, adjacent to the iconic campus landmark: the Gajendra Circle. The chief speaker was Mrs. Indira Gandhi, the Prime Minister of India. Upon reaching the campus the chief speaker was given a guard of honour. After inspecting the guard, she adorned the…

Seen to the right of the image is Mrs. Indira Gandhi (Prime Minister of India). Also seen in the background is Mr. Rajagopalan (Deputy Registrar). The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. The ceremony was held in the Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) ground which is situated within the Institute’s premises. The chief speaker was Mrs. Indira Gandhi, the Prime Minister of India. At the eleventh convocation a total of 551 students received their degrees (B.Tech.- 236, D.I.I.T.- 23, M.Tech.-182, M.Sc.- 39, M. S. – 26, Ph.D.- 45). Apart from the degrees that were…

Seen at the podium is Prof. S. Sampath (member of the Senate and professor of the electrical engineering department). Also seen on the dais from the left is Mr. V. R. Nedunchezhiyan (Minister of Finance), Prof. Laddha (Director, A. C. College of Technology), Prof. S. D. Nigam (Mathematics) and Prof. Ramasastry (Physics).   The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. The ceremony was held in the Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) ground which is situated within the Institute’s premises, adjacent to the iconic campus landmark: the Gajendra Circle. The…

The eleventh convocation invitation card was simple and formal. It was made using firm cartridge paper that was cream coloured. The information on the card included details about the programme such as the time, date and venue of the event as well as details about the chief speaker. The original date of the event was 7th September, 1974 but unfortunately the Prime Minister was unavailable and hence the event had to be postponed by two days. The invitation cards had already been printed for the 7th and hence the date had to be struck out and corrected. 

The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. The ceremony was held in the Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) ground which is situated within the Institute’s premises. The chief speaker was Mrs. Indira Gandhi, the Prime Minister of India. At the eleventh convocation a total of 551 students received their degrees (B.Tech.- 236, D.I.I.T.- 23, M.Tech.-182, M.Sc.- 39, M. S. – 26, P.hD.- 45). Apart from the degrees that were distributed at the ceremony, prizes were awarded to students for outstanding performances in academics. Mr. Gangan Prathap was awarded the President’s…

In the image, a view of the entrance to the Kendriya Vidyalaya ground, over which a large banner with the words ‘Welcome to Prime Minister’ was erected, and a section of the Ganjendra Circle can be seen. A large number of security officials/policemen can be seen standing in position at ease, awaiting the arrival of the chief speaker, Mrs. Indira Gandhi (Prime Minister of India). The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. Unlike most of the previous convocation ceremonies which were held at the Open Air Theatre (OAT) of the Institute, this ceremony…

In the image, Mr. Gangan Prathap (winner of the President’s Prize) is seen receiving his prize from Mrs. Indira Gandhi (Prime Minister of India). Also seen in the image behind the chief speaker is Mr. Rajagopalan (Deputy Registrar). The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. The ceremony was held in the Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) ground which is situated within the Institute’s premises. The chief speaker was Mrs. Indira Gandhi, the Prime Minister of India. At the eleventh convocation a total of 551 students received their degrees (B.Tech.- 236, D.I.I.T…

Seen in the center of the image is Mrs. Indira Gandhi (Prime Minister of India) along with Prof. K. T. Chandy (Chairman, Board of Governors) who is seen to the left and Prof. K. A. V. Pandalai (Director,IITM) who is seen behind the chief guest and students (to the right of the chief guest). The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. Unlike most of the previous convocation ceremonies which were held at the Open Air Theatre (OAT) of the Institute, this ceremony was held in the Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) ground which is situated within the Institute’s…

Seen standing to the left of the image is Prof. K. A. V. Pandalai (Director, IITM). Also seen in the image (centre), seated on the dais, Mrs. Indira Gandhi (Prime Minister of India), Mr. K. K. Sha (Governor of Tamil Nadu), Mr. C. Subramaniam (Union Minister), Mr. V. R. Nedunchezhiyan (Minister of Finance) and Prof. S. Sampath (Electrical Engineering), Prof. G. S. Laddha (Director, A. C. College of Technology) and Prof. S. D. Nigam (Mathematics). The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. The ceremony was held in the Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) ground…

Seen the image from the left: Prof. K. T. Chandy (Chairman, Board of Governors) and Mrs. Indira Gandhi (Prime Minister of India).   The eleventh convocation of IIT Madras took place on the 9th of September, 1974. Unlike most of the previous convocation ceremonies which were held at the Open Air Theatre (OAT) of the Institute, this ceremony was held in the Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) ground which is situated within the Institute’s premises. The chief speaker was Mrs. Indira Gandhi, the Prime Minister of India. Upon arrival at the Institute, the chief speaker was received by Prof. K. T.…

From Left, Prof. M. V. C. Sastri (Chemistry Department), Prof. B. Sengupto (Director, IITM), Prof. B. V. A. Rao (Applied Mechanics Department). This album is being compiled. The Heritage Centre would appreciate any information that can be provided about the photograph.

This album is being compiled. The Heritage Centre would appreciate any information that can be provided about the photograph. From right, Prof. B. Sengupto (Director, IITM), Prof. M. V. C. Sastri (Chemistry Department), Prof. B. V. A. Rao (Applied Mechanics Department).

3rd from right, Prof. R. K. Gupta (Humanities Department), Prof. M. V. C. Sastri (Chemistry Department) This album is being compiled. The Heritage Centre would appreciate any information that can be provided about the photograph.