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The 2000 batch of the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has announced a pledge Rs 70 crore to the institute. This is the highest pledge declared by a single graduating batch among all the academic batches.
The announcement was made during the Silver Jubilee Reunion held at the IIT Delhi campus, which brought together graduates of the 2000th class of IIT Delhi from across India and abroad. The gathering provided the alumni an opportunity to reconnect with the institute through campus visits, interactions with faculty and engagement with current students, reflecting the batch’s enduring bond with IIT Delhi.
The majority of the pledged amount will be directed towards the general endowment of IIT Delhi. This will provide the Institute with long-term financial flexibility to support a wide range of initiatives including strengthening academic programs, advancing research and innovation, supporting student scholarship and faculty excellence, and enabling philanthropic and strategic priorities in line with the evolving needs of IIT Delhi.
Speaking on behalf of the batch, Rohit Dubey, IIT Delhi alumnus and batch fundraising lead, said, “IIT Delhi taught us to keep learning in a constantly changing world. Now is the time to pay it forward and help shape the next generation of scientists, entrepreneurs and technocrats. It was not about headline numbers. It was about participation and shared ownership. Our batch wanted to contribute in a way that would create sustained impact for decades.”
Welcoming the announcement, Professor Nilanjan Senroy, Dean of Alumni Relations, IIT Delhi, said, “The commitment demonstrated by the Class of 2000 reflects the deep sense of responsibility and belonging that IIT Delhi alumni feel towards their alma mater. This extraordinary pledge will significantly strengthen the Institute’s efforts in research, education and infrastructure, creating a long-term impact for future generations. It also sets a powerful example that will inspire future batches to continue to grow the Institute.” Coming together in support of will inspire and excel.”
Alumni contribution has been instrumental in the growth and development of IIT Delhi, supporting initiatives that enhance academic excellence, research capacity and social impact. The pledge of the Class of 2000 stands as a testament to the power of collective alumni action in shaping the future of the institution.
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