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This photograph was taken at the Gear Shop at the Central Skill Training and Fabrication Facility (CSTF) at IIT Madras, which was known as the Central Workshop. This machine was identified by Dr. Balaganesan [Central Skill Training and Fabrication Facility (CSTF)].

This photograph was taken during the Eighth Institute Day. In the April 1967 edition of Campastimes, the front page article talks about the performance, “The ‘Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam’ did not do justice to Firadusi, though the setting was fabulous.” There is also a mention of the German “Misses Besanz who took part”. They were given a special prize. It is possible that the person to the far left is one of the Misses Besanz, who was the daughter of a German professor. Dances, magic shows, plays, music performances and various cultural activities were a hallmark of Institute Day in the…

Taken during the Eighth Institute Day of IIT Madras, this is a photograph from the prize distribution ceremony of the event. According to the 1967 edition of Campastimes, “Sardarini Ujjal Singh distributed the year’s prizes for general proficiency in the various years and branches. The prize winners were given a big hand as they went up to receive their prizes.”    Mr. Srinivasan (Physical Training Instructor, partially covered) and Prof. S. Sampath (Deputy Director, seated) are also seen.

This photograph was taken during the Eighth Institute Day at IIT Madras. According to the April 1967 edition of Campastimes, the students of Vanavani performed a fishermen’s dance. “Though it kept the audience guessing as to when it would end, it was very nice and well appreciated.”

Taken during the Eighth Institute Day of IIT Madras, this is a photograph from the prize distribution ceremony of the event. Sararini Ujjal Singh was the chief guest for the event along with her husband Sardar Ujjal Singh (Governor of Tamil Nadu). According to the 1967 edition of Campastimes, “Sardarini Ujjal Singh distributed the year’s prizes for general proficiency in the various years and branches. The prize winners were given a big hand as they went up to receive their prizes.” Prof. Sampath (extreme right) is also visible in the photograph.

Taken during the Eighth Institute Day of IIT Madras, this photograph shows campus children enacting a dance drama. Dances, magic shows, plays, music performances and various cultural activities were a hallmark of Institute Day in the 1960s. It was a community event which brought together students, professors and staff members of IIT, children from Vanavani School, campus children and other residents of the campus.  ‘Chandalika’ is a dance drama written by Rabindranath Tagore. According to the 1967 April edition of Campastimes the play was “produced and directed by Mrs. Director and…

This photograph was taken during the Eighth Institute Day. In the April 1967 edition of Campastimes, the front page article talks about the performance, “The ‘Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam’ did not do justice to Firadusi, though the setting was fabulous.” Dances, magic shows, plays, music performances and various cultural activities were a hallmark of Institute Day in the 1960s. It was a community event which brought together students, professors and staff members of IIT, children from Vanavani School, campus children and other residents of the campus.

Taken during the Eighth Institute Day of IIT Madras, this is a photograph from the prize distribution ceremony of the event. Sararini Ujjal Singh was the chief guest for the event along with her husband Sardar Ujjal Singh (Governor of Tamil Nadu). During Institute Days, prizes and awards were given to staff, students and faculty of the Institute by the chief guests for their extra-curricular contributions to IIT Madras.   According to the 1967 edition of Campastimes, “Sardarini Ujjal Singh distributed the year’s prizes for general proficiency in the various years and branches. The…

There is a description of the plays that were performed during the event in the April 1967 edition of Campastimes. It is possible (yet to be confirmed) that the photograph is from “Mani’s play” which is mentioned in the Campastimes article. “Mani’s play (the latest in his detective series) was good. Thomas Victor has the potentialities of an efficient butler. Rammohan’s acting was very good but the audience was even better.” 

This invitation provided details as to who the chief guest was during the Eighth Institute Day. The chief guest was Sardar Ujjal Singh, Governor of Tamil Nadu.

During Institute Days, prizes and awards were given to staff, students and faculty of the Institute by the chief guests for their extra-curricular contributions to IIT Madras. According to the 1967 edition of Campastimes, “Sardarini Ujjal Singh distributed the year’s prizes for general proficiency in the various years and branches. The prize winners were given a big hand as they went up to receive their prizes.”    Mr. Srinivasan (Physical Training Instructor, second from left) and Prof. S. Sampath (Deputy Director, third from left) are also seen.

This photograph was taken during the Eighth Institute Day of IIT Madras. It shows the Director receiving the chief guest Sardar Ujjal Singh (Governor of Tamil Nadu). Sardar Ujjal Singh served as the Governor of Punjab from 1 September 1965 to 27 June 1966 and Governor of Tamil Nadu from 28 June 1966 to 25 May 1971.

This photograph was taken during the Eighth Institute Day of IIT Madras. It shows Sardarini Sant Sev Ujjal Singh (left), Prof. B. Sengupto (Director of IIT Madras, centre) and Sardar Ujjal Singh (Governor of Tamil Nadu, right). Sardar Ujjal Singh served as the Governor of Punjab from 1 September 1965 to 27 June 1966 and Governor of Tamil Nadu from 28 June 1966 to 25 May 1971. Sardar Ujjal Singh had visited IIT Madras the previous year as well. He had been invited for the inauguration of the ninth hostel in campus- Alakananda in 1966.

This photograph was taken during the Eighth Institute Day of IIT Madras. According to the 1967 April edition of Campastimes, “Prof. Varghese welcomed the gathering. It was his last speech as the President of the Gymkhana.” Seated at the stage, from left, Mr. C. V. Sethunathan (Registrar), Prof. N. Klein (Humanities Department), a gentleman (yet to be identified), Prof. B. Sengupto (Director), Sardar Ujjal Singh (Governor of Tamil Nadu and chief guest), Mrs. Ujjal Singh, Prof. S. Sampath (Deputy Director) and Mr. Thomas Victor (General Secretary). 

The physical album of the Eighth Institute Day, unlike the other albums preserved at the Heritage Centre, is bound in leather, with a piece of artwork stitched onto it. The artwork appears to be Persian. It is likely that it was placed on the physical album because the play ‘Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam’ was performed at the event. The play finds its roots in Persian literature.