Prof. Anand Srivastava Conferred Honorary Colonel Commandant Rank at NSUT
New Delhi, May 21, 2025 : In a proud and momentous ceremony, Prof. Anand Srivastava, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT), was conferred the esteemed rank of Honorary Colonel Commandant by the Government of India. The ceremonial Pipping Ceremony was held on campus, organized by the National Cadet Corps (NCC), NSUT.
This prestigious recognition celebrates Prof. Srivastava’s steadfast support for the NCC and his unwavering commitment to nurturing leadership, discipline, and a sense of national service among youth.
The grand event was dignified by the presence of senior NCC officials:
- Brigadier Atulya Bamzai, Deputy Director General, NCC Delhi Directorate
- Brigadier P. S. Chhonkar, SM, VSM, Group Commander, NCC Group HQ, Delhi ‘B’
- Colonel Hemant Kumar Sah, Commanding Officer, 5 Delhi Girls Battalion NCC
The ceremony began with a formal welcome and felicitation of the dignitaries, followed by the symbolic pipping of Col. Prof. Anand Srivastava. The speakers acknowledged the honour’s significance and applauded the Vice Chancellor’s dedicated efforts in promoting NCC’s ideals.
In his heartfelt address, Col. Prof. Srivastava expressed gratitude for the recognition, recalling the formative values the NCC instills in young minds. He reaffirmed NSUT’s continued commitment to the NCC and its mission of grooming future-ready leaders.
Dignitaries lauded the spirit and discipline displayed by NSUT’s NCC cadets, emphasizing the crucial role academic institutions play in shaping responsible, patriotic citizens.
The event concluded with a warm vote of thanks by cadets and faculty, marking a historic day for NSUT and its vibrant NCC unit. The celebration not only honored Prof. Srivastava’s contribution but also reinforced NSUT’s strong partnership with the National Cadet Corps.
