Hyderabad, Oct.10 (NSS): Dr. Jaiteerth R Joshi, Outstanding Scientist and Programme Director, Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad has been conferred with the prestigious Distinguished Alumnus Award (DAA) 2024 by NIT, Warangal during its 66th Foundation Day celebrations for his significant contributions towards skill development of engineering students to make them Industry ready.
The award was presented by Prof. Bidyadhar Subudhi, Director NIT, Warangal in the august presence of Chief Guest U. Raja Babu, Distinguished Scientist and Director General, Missiles & Strategic Systems, DRDO. Prof. Subhudhi gave a welcome address and Raja Babu gave a foundation day lecture on New trends in Technology in warfare.
Early During the course of the day, Dr. Jaiteerth R Joshi delivered an inspiring lecture on “Missile Programmes – Academia and Industry Outreach” and emphasised the collaborative approach among R&D Institutions, Academia & Industry. Other awardees Dr Glory Swarupa, Nagarjuna Venna, Prof Veerachary, M Shivajiand & Prof Singh.