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The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) at Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) successfully hosted its Annual Day Program on 17th September 2024, which also commemorated the 90th birthday of Padma Bhushan Dr. Ramdas Pai. The event featured various activities celebrating the institution's achievements and honoring the remarkable contributions of Dr. Pai.

Dr. Ramdas Pai is a distinguished leader in education and healthcare, widely respected for his visionary leadership in founding the Manipal Group, which includes renowned institutions such as Sikkim Manipal University and the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). Throughout his career, Dr. Pai has played a pivotal role in advancing education and healthcare, both in India and globally. His efforts were recognized with the prestigious Padma Bhushan award, acknowledging his significant contributions to building accessible and high-quality education systems. Under his leadership, the Manipal Group has grown into a global leader in higher education.

The celebration of Dr. Ramdas Pai's 90th birthday holds great importance for the Centre for Distance and Online Education at SMU and the broader educational community. Dr. Pai’s impact on the lives of countless students has been profound. His unwavering commitment to creating institutions that combine academic excellence with practical experience has left a legacy on the educational landscape. The celebration of his birthday is a testament to his enduring influence and the values of innovation, service, and excellence that he represents.

A key highlight of the event was the felicitation of CDOE faculty members for their revered and exemplary service. These individuals were recognized for their dedication, commitment, and outstanding contributions to distance and online education, reinforcing the university's mission of providing accessible, high-quality education to students from diverse backgrounds.

In conclusion, the Annual Day Program and the celebration of Dr. Ramdas Pai’s 90th birthday provided an opportunity for the SMU community to reflect on the university's achievements, pay tribute to its founder, and look ahead to a future guided by his vision.

The event was graced by the presence of several esteemed dignitaries.

• Hon’ble Chief Guest: Air Vice Marshal (Dr.) Dilip Chandra Agarwal, VSM, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor SMU.
• Guest of Honour: Director, Centre for Distance and Online Education, Prof. (Dr.) Sourav Dhar.
• Guest of Honour: Head of Finance, Sikkim Manipal University, Mr. SV Ravi Shankar
• Guest of Honour: Director, Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Prof. (Dr.) GL Sharma.
• Guest of Honour: Chief Engineer, Col. Debnath (Retd.)
• Guest of Honour: Chief Warden, (Dr.) A.K Roy
• Guest of Honour: Deputy Manager, Housekeeping SMIT, Mr. Sibom Mukherjee
• Faculties and Staff of CDOE, SMU.

Events

• Director, CDOE, SMU, Prof (Dr.) Sourav Dhar, welcomes Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, SMU, Air Vice Marshall, Dr. Dilip Chandra Agarwal, VSM, Director, Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Prof. (Dr.) GL Sharma & Head of Finance, Sikkim Manipal University, Mr. SV Ravi Shankar by offering traditional ceremonial scarf (khada)
• Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, SMU, Air Vice Marshall, Dr. Dilip Chandra Agarwal, VSM along with Director, CDOE, SMU, Prof (Dr.) Sourav Dhar, Deputy Director CDOE (Dr.) Kushal Pokhrel along with Assistant Director, CDOE, (Dr.) Ishwar Shivakoti initiated lighting of the Lamp Ceremony
• The cake-cutting ceremony, a highlight of the event, conducted by dignitaries
• Hon’ble Chief Guest Air Vice Marshal Dr. Dilip Chandra Agarwal, VSM, Vice Chancellor SMU addressed the gathering with his presence, and kind words which have always been a guiding light to our CDOE team.
• Director, CDOE, SMU, Prof (Dr.) Sourav Dhar, delivered a compelling address that underscored the significance of the Foundation Day and highlighted the remarkable achievements of the CDOE. His speech served as a poignant reflection on the CDOE journey, and its enduring commitment to excellence.
• The presentation on CDOE trajectory was brought up by the Faculty of Information Technology Assistant Professor Mr Arun Chaudhary accompanied with Assistant Professor Mr Manoj Rai
• Screening of “Padma Bhushan Dr. Ram Das Pai” Life Journey by Assistant Professor Ms. Aliviya Ghosh
• Teaching staff from varied departments from CDOE were felicitated by Director, CDOE, SMU, Prof (Dr.) Sourav Dhar
• The program was then paused for a brief tea break followed by a cultural program filled with fanfare and joy with back-to-back enthralling dance, song and musical performances forged with the talented faculties and staffs of CDOE, SMU.
• Founder’s Day celebration ended with the vote of thanks proposed by the coordinator Mr. Matrika Prasad Sharma, followed by the lunch and group photo.