ALUMNI TALK-“NAVIGATING THE ROUTE MAP FOR NATION’S PRIDE”
“Navigating the Route Map for Nation’s Pride”
Organized By: Department of Computer Science & Engineering, ADGIPS Delhi
Date: March 24, 2026 | Mode: Offline | Time: 10:00 am
Event Coordinator: Dr. Nitin, Associate Professor, CSE Department
Ms. Rekha, Assistant Professor, CSE Department
Guest Speaker: Lieutenant Satyam Raina
Venue: Auditorium, ADGIPS
Social Media: Pre-event and Post-event updates were shared on the official website and department’s social media handles.
Introduction
The Department of Computer Science & Engineering organized an Alumni Talk on 24 March 2026 at the ADGIPS Auditorium. The session was conducted by Lieutenant Satyam Raina (Batch 2020–2024), who is currently serving in the Indian Army. The theme of the talk was “Navigating the Route Map for Nation’s Pride”. The event aimed to inspire students by sharing real-life experiences, career guidance, and insights into serving the nation.
Objective of the Session
- To motivate students to explore career opportunities in the defense sector.
- To provide guidance on how to prepare for a career in the Indian Army.
- To help students understand discipline, leadership, and dedication required for national service.
- To inspire a sense of patriotism and responsibility among students.
- To create interaction between alumni and current students for knowledge sharing.
Guest Speaker
- Name: Lieutenant Satyam Raina
- Position: Lieutenant in Indian Army
Key Highlights of the Session
- The session was formally introduced by the Head of Department, Dr. Megha Gupta, who warmly welcomed the speaker and highlighted the significance of the alumni interaction for students’ career guidance and inspiration.
- The memento was presented to the esteemed speaker by the Director, Prof. Dr. Niranjan Bhattacharyya, as a token of appreciation and honor for his valuable insights and contribution to the session.
- The session was delivered by Lieutenant Satyam Raina, who shared his inspiring journey from being a student to serving in the Indian Army.
- He explained the various entry routes to join the Army, including NDA, CDS, and technical entries for engineering students.
- Emphasis was laid on discipline, physical fitness, and mental strength as essential qualities for a defense career.
- He highlighted the importance of time management, consistency, and goal setting for achieving success.
- Real-life experiences from training and service life were shared, giving students a practical understanding of Army life.
- He motivated students with the principle of “Service Before Self”, encouraging them to contribute to the nation.
- An interactive Q&A session was conducted where students clarified their doubts regarding eligibility, preparation, and lifestyle in the Army.
· The talk inspired students to develop leadership qualities and a strong sense of responsibility towards the country.
Feedback from Participants
· Participants found the session highly inspiring and motivating, especially the speaker’s personal journey.
· Students appreciated the clear guidance on career opportunities in the Indian Army.
· The real-life experiences shared by Lieutenant Satyam Raina made the session engaging and relatable.
· Many students expressed that the talk helped them gain clarity about defense career paths.
· The emphasis on discipline, leadership, and “Service Before Self” left a strong positive impact.
· The interactive Q&A session was well-received, as it allowed students to clear their doubts effectively.
Conclusion
The Alumni Talk was highly informative and inspiring for all the attendees. Lieutenant Satyam Raina shared valuable experiences from his journey, emphasizing the importance of determination, hard work, and service to the nation. The session motivated students to think beyond conventional career paths and consider contributing to the country’s pride. Overall, the event was a great success and left a lasting impact on the students.
Acknowledgement
The Department expresses sincere appreciation to Dr. Megha Gupta, Head of the Department (CSE), for her continuous encouragement and support.
Special thanks to the event coordinators Dr. Nitin and Ms. Rekha for their dedicated efforts in successfully organizing the session, and to all participants for their active involvement that made the event a grand success.













