The day began with a session on Gen AI & Emotional Intelligence for MBAs – The Way Forward conducted by Mr. Adarsh Rai, Emotional Intelligence & Corporate Trainer, Global Career Counselor- University of California, Founder HR Brain HUB. The session emphasized the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership and adaptability, while also highlighting the role of emerging technologies such as Gen AI in reshaping management practices.

Following this, Dr. Uma Gulati addressed students on Stress Management. The session focused on practical techniques for managing stress in academic and professional life, incorporating mindfulness practices and coping strategies to help students balance their workload effectively.

Prof. Shilpi Rana conducted a session on Introduction to Online Learning Architecture & Digital Tools. This session introduced students to digital platforms, online resources, and tools that will enhance their learning process and support them throughout their MBA journey, preparing them for a digitally driven work environment.

The day concluded with an engaging session on Exposure to Participants’ Driven Clubs, facilitated by the Functional Club Heads. This interactive segment gave students an overview of various functional clubs, encouraging them to actively participate in co-curricular initiatives that foster leadership, teamwork, and holistic development.

Overall, the fourth day of Aarambh – MBA Orientation 2025 successfully combined academic enrichment, personal development, and exposure to student-driven activities. The sessions were highly engaging, well-received by students, and laid a strong foundation for their MBA journey.

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Tuesday. The first session was an Ice-Breaking activity conducted by in-house faculty members through storytelling, “Simon Says,” and a tower-building challenge, which enhanced communication, creativity, teamwork, and leadership skills while fostering a collaborative environment. The second session on Mind and Memory Management was conducted by Mr. Ved Prakash, NLP Coach & Founder – Program Your Mind. He highlighted the importance of NLP, time management, and stress-relief techniques, inspiring students to set goals and pursue them enthusiastically.

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The first session “Know Your Institute – Building Your Future with I.T.S” was conducted by Dr. Ashish Kr. Jha, Associate Professor. He introduced the students to the institute’s vision, mission, academic framework, faculty, CRC, and resources for holistic development. He emphasized I.T.S’s legacy in management education, opportunities for industry exposure, leadership development, and aligning personal career goals with institutional support.

The second session “Shaping Attitude, Shaping Success – The MBA Journey Begins” was led by Dr. Sanjeev Tandon, Professor. He stressed the importance of attitude, resilience, self-discipline, teamwork, and continuous learning in achieving success. Two interactive activities on Attitude and Overcoming Fear encouraged students to adopt a proactive and positive outlook.

Both sessions together laid a strong foundation, instilling pride, motivation, and confidence among the freshers as they embarked on their transformative MBA journey at I.T.S.

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Bridge 25 brought together eminent speakers, academicians, and industry professionals to discuss emerging technologies, digital transformation, and the future workforce. The event provided an excellent platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and capacity building. We actively attended keynote sessions, panel discussions, and interactive workshops. They gained valuable insights on Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and other emerging domains. Participation in Bridge 25 proved to be highly beneficial for MCA faculty members. The learnings and experiences from this event will contribute towards enhancing academic delivery, strengthening industry-academia collaboration, and guiding students to meet future industry challenges.

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A total of 70 students participated in the visit. During the session, the company representatives delivered an insightful presentation on IoT technologies and their real-world applications. They also guided the students about the career prospects in this emerging field. In addition, students were given a demonstration of how IoT chips are designed, prepared, and tested in the production line before being released into the market. The visit proved to be highly informative and provided valuable industry exposure to the students.

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The session was facilitated by Dr. Uma Gulati and Prof. Astha Shukla with the objective of sensitizing executives and managers to the significance of ethics and values in professional life. It aimed at deepening understanding of ethical leadership, exposing participants to real-world dilemmas, providing experiential learning through group activities, and encouraging self-reflection on integrity in decision-making.

The methodology adopted combined conceptual insights with practical tools, including case-based learning, group simulations, interactive discussions on ethical grey zones, and reflection exercises. This participatory approach ensured active engagement and critical thinking among the participants.

The key outcomes included enhanced ability to differentiate between ethics and values, effective use of structured frameworks for analyzing dilemmas, improved confidence in collaborative conflict resolution, and a strengthened commitment to integrity-driven leadership. Participants were motivated to translate ethical principles into actionable practices within their organizations.

Overall, the session successfully bridged theory and practice, fostering trust, accountability, and organizational credibility while highlighting the importance of industry–academia collaboration.

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The program aimed to strengthen participants’ understanding of ethics, expose them to real-world dilemmas, and equip them with a structured approach to ethical decision-making. Using a blend of conceptual inputs, case-based discussions, simulations, and open dialogue, the session created an interactive environment that promoted collaborative problem-solving and self-reflection.

Key outcomes included enhanced awareness of ethical leadership, increased confidence in applying values-driven frameworks, and personal commitment towards ethical practices. The methodology was highly appreciated for its practical orientation and relevance to workplace challenges, enabling participants to shift their perspective from mere compliance to integrity-based decision-making.

This program highlighted the important role of I.T.S in advancing executive education and reinforcing industry–academia collaboration through impactful knowledge sharing.

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with Dr. Ravinder Kumar, Professor in the Department of Commerce & Business Studies at Jamia Millia Islamia, serving as the expert facilitator. The programme was strategically designed to foster constructive dialogue between faculty members and the invited expert, with a primary focus on enhancing teaching practices to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. Faculty members were encouraged to come well-prepared, bringing their course plans, current pedagogical approaches and methodologies, along with reading materials, references, and other learning resources utilized in their respective courses.

During the interactive session, faculty members actively participated by sharing their course plans, pedagogical methodologies, and learning resources, receiving valuable suggestions from Dr. Kumar on how to enrich the overall teaching-learning experience. The discussions centered on adopting innovative pedagogical strategies, diversifying learning resources, and ensuring course delivery aligned with contemporary academic and industry requirements. Dr. V. N. Bajpai, Director of I.T.S Ghaziabad, contributed his valuable insights by emphasizing the critical importance of pedagogical innovation and continuous faculty development, while also addressing common challenges encountered by faculty members in their teaching practices.

The programme attracted faculty members from the Department of Management, who greatly benefited from the expert's guidance and practical recommendations throughout the session. The event successfully achieved its primary objective of encouraging reflective teaching practices among participants while providing actionable guidance that can contribute to academic excellence. The collaborative nature of the programme facilitated meaningful exchanges between the expert and faculty members, creating an environment conducive to professional growth and pedagogical enhancement.

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The event, inaugurated by Prof. Puja Dhar, Chairperson-MCA, and Prof. Ashwini Kumar, Coordinator-CSR Club, created a vibrant and festive atmosphere with decorations of national flags, balloons, and banners. It began with a flag-hoisting ceremony and the national anthem, followed by cultural performances where children showcased dances, songs, and skits highlighting the spirit of freedom and independence. To make the day even more memorable, fun activities and games such as sack races, drawing competitions, and musical chairs were organized, with prizes awarded to winners, filling the children with excitement and happiness. The celebration concluded with the distribution of sweets and snacks to every child, leaving them with smiles and cherished memories.  

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A total of 11 participants attended the session, presenting their innovative concepts across diverse domains. The participants demonstrated creativity, problem-solving skills, and entrepreneurial thinking while addressing real-world challenges.

The evaluation process was carried out by a panel of four experts, comprising three internal experts, Dr. Uma Gulati, Dr. Puneet Kumar and Dr. Rajeev Johari from I.T.S Ghaziabad and one external expert, Dr. Ashu Jain, Director, Entrepreneurship Development Cell at Dept. of Commerce, St. Aloysius’ College, Jabalpur. The experts assessed the ideas based on parameters such as innovation, feasibility, market potential, scalability, and social relevance.

The session provided a valuable platform for aspiring innovators to receive constructive feedback and expert guidance to further refine their ideas. Selected participants from this round will progress to the subsequent stages of the Hackathon for potential support in prototype development and funding.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks to the experts and participants, acknowledging their contribution to the success of the preliminary screening process.

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To encourage innovation and out-of-the-box thinking, Dr. Mishra discussed several real-world case studies, such as:

Aditya and Mayo College, Rajasthan (The Better India) – Young innovator who turned plastic into fabric.

Ezyspit – Innovative Spittoon

Water Wheel Innovation – A simple yet impactful invention to ease water transport.

Solar Panel Cleaning Machine – A solar-powered machine designed to support cleaning of Solar Panels

Cypher Generator – A compact and low-cost innovation for data encryption.

Wireless Laptop Charging Platform – A futuristic tech solution for cable-free charging.

Sophia – AI Robot – An example of artificial intelligence transforming human-robot interaction.

Students became aware that their learning has real-world relevance. The session sparked curiosity and confidence to pursue new ideas. They were inspired to become value-based innovators who can make meaningful contributions to society.

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The conclave brought together India's most prominent educational leaders, including Prof. T G Sitharam, Chairman of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Shri. Anil Sahasrabudhe, Chairman of both the National Educational Technology Forum (NETF) and National Board of Accreditation (NBA), Raghuram Iyer, IAS, Director of Higher Secondary Education Department, Government of Odisha, and Dr. Biswajit Saha, Director of Training & Skill Education at CBSE. This gathering of distinguished educators, policymakers, academic institutions, edtech leaders, and thought leaders from across the nation underscored the event's significance as a flagship platform for educational discourse and policy development.

Dr. Bajpai was honored with the "Distinguished Leadership in Institutional Development Award," recognizing his outstanding contributions in the field of education. The event enjoyed substantial support from key government initiatives and corporate partnerships, with NCVET (National Council for Vocational Education and Training), NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation), and Skill India as government partners, while IBM served as the Title Partner, TechVein as the Presenting Partner, and Read First as the Co-Presenting Partner. This robust organizational framework demonstrates the conclave's importance in bridging the gap between educational policy, industry requirements, and academic excellence.

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As India envisions becoming a developed nation by 2047, the conference served as a significant platform to explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in reshaping education. The discussions highlighted how AI is being leveraged to enable personalized learning experiences, bridge gaps in accessibility, enhance teacher effectiveness, and facilitate data-driven educational policies to build a progressive and inclusive education system.

Several eminent dignitaries graced the event. The Chief Guest, Mr. Ashish Sood, Hon’ble Minister for Home, Power, and Education, Government of Delhi, emphasized the importance of integrating AI in public education to make learning more engaging and future-ready.

Guests of Honour included:- Prof. T.G. Sitharam, Chairman, AICTE, Mr. Abhishek Singh, Head, India AI Mission, Mr. Himanshu Gupta, Secretary, CBSE, Dr. Pankaj Mittal, Secretary General, AIU.

Their collective insights shed light on national-level initiatives and policies that support the integration of AI in the Indian education system.

A special highlight of the conference was an engaging and thought-provoking session by Mr. Rajiv Makhni, India’s leading technology expert and journalist. His session focused on demystifying AI for educators and showcased real-world applications of AI tools that can empower both teachers and learners.

The conference provided valuable insights into the evolving landscape of education and the role educators must play in adapting to AI-driven pedagogies. The participation in this event contributed to professional enrichment and reinforced the commitment to align teaching practices with India’s vision for Viksit Bharat 2047.

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