Grand Inauguration of IETE Patna Centre, IETE-IIBM Centre of Excellence in Cybersecurity and IETE Students Forum

The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), which has been playing a leading role in technical innovation, research and engineering education in the country since 1953, expanded its presence in Bihar today through a series of events held across Patna.

The day-long programmes covered locations ranging from Shri Ram Plaza at Station Road to the IIBM-ZHI campus at Boring Road and the IIBM campus at Buddha Marg. IETE National President Shri Sunil remained present throughout the programmes and described the initiative as an important step towards connecting engineering and computer science students in Bihar with emerging technologies.

In the morning, the IETE Patna Centre was inaugurated at Shri Ram Plaza, Station Road, by IETE National President Shri Sunil Ji through a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The occasion was attended by Prof. J.K. Mandal, Regional Patron, IETE and former Vice-Chancellor, Raiganj University, West Bengal; Dr. Ajay Kumar, National Vice-President, IETE; Prof. Vijay Kumar Singh, Chairman, IETE Jharkhand and Dean (Planning & Development), Sarala Birla University, Ranchi; and Dr. Rohit Singh, Director, IIBM Patna and Honorary Secretary, IETE Bihar.

On the occasion, Dr. Ajay Kumar, National Vice-President, IETE, announced the newly constituted executive committee of IETE Bihar for the 2026–2028 term. Prof. M.P. Singh, NIT Patna, was appointed President; Shri S.K. Madanpuri as Vice-President; Dr. Rohit Singh, Director, IIBM Patna and Dean, School of Management, Aryabhatta Knowledge University, as Honorary Secretary; and Shri Rajni Ranjan, NSIT Patna, as Treasurer.

As the day progressed, the delegation reached the IIBM-ZHI campus at Boring Road, where IETE National President Shri Sunil Ji inaugurated the IETE-IIBM Centre of Excellence in Cybersecurity.

The centre has been established keeping in mind the requirements of students, researchers and the industry in the field of cybersecurity. Its objective is to promote advanced training, research and innovation, enabling students to prepare for real-world cybersecurity challenges.

During the visit, the guests also toured the campus Media Lab and the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development, where innovative student projects and startup initiatives were showcased.

Continuing the series of programmes, the guests then arrived at the IIBM campus at Buddha Marg, where the IETE Students Forum was formally inaugurated.

The welcome address was delivered by Dr. Rohit Singh, Director, IIBM and Honorary Secretary, IETE Bihar. He described the partnership as a golden opportunity for IIBM students.

Prof. Vijay Kumar Singh, Chairman, IETE Jharkhand; Prof. J.K. Mandal, Regional Patron, IETE; Dr. Ajay Kumar, National Vice-President, IETE; Prof. Arun Kumar Singh, Dean, Patliputra University; and Prof. Dilavez Hoda, Board Member, IIBM Patna, also shared their views.

The programme was presided over by Prof. A.K. Nayak, Fellow IETE and Pro-Chancellor, International University, Nagaland.

During the event, certificates for the Centre of Excellence and organisational membership were presented by National President Shri Sunil Ji. Certificates were presented to students by the distinguished guests, while certificates for office bearers and newly appointed members were presented by Shri Sunil Ji, Dr. Ajay Kumar, Prof. J.K. Mandal and Prof. Vijay Kumar Singh.

IETE's Journey Since 1953 and What It Means for the New Generation

Established in 1953, IETE is regarded as one of India's oldest and most prestigious professional organisations. Over the past seven decades, it has played an important role in promoting research, skill development and quality education in electronics, telecommunications, computer science and information technology.

In today's digital era, where emerging technologies such as cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics are shaping the direction of the industry, IETE's expansion in Bihar will provide engineering and computer science students with direct access to national-level platforms, certifications and industry networking opportunities.

This new partnership with IETE will particularly benefit the computer science students of Indian Institute of Business Management (IIBM), Patna. Students will now gain direct access to Centre of Excellence-based laboratories, expert-led training programmes, research projects and IETE's pan-India professional membership.

Through the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, students will be able to participate in practical training, certification programmes and industry-oriented projects. At the same time, membership of the IETE Students Forum will connect them with technical experts, conferences and new career opportunities across the country.

IIBM is already working towards giving technical education a new direction in Bihar through the establishment of a Robotics and Embodied AI Centre, a modern AI Workstation Lab, and an advanced curriculum framework.

In this context, collaboration with a national organisation like IETE will provide students with a strong platform to acquire industry-standard skills beyond classroom learning. This will help them become better prepared to compete at both national and international levels.

Dr. Rohit Singh, Director, IIBM Patna and Honorary Secretary, IETE Bihar, said:

“This partnership with IETE is a decisive opportunity for our students. The association with a national platform in areas such as cybersecurity, AI and robotics will prepare them for future technologies and take their careers to new heights.”