Pilani, Rajasthan, India – BITS Pilani, is a reputed institution known for its academic excellence and innovative approach. Laid the foundation stone for the “Rakesh Verma Convention Centre” on April 18, 2024. Rakesh Verma, the Founder and Chairman of MapmyIndia. India’s leading mapmaker, and an alumnus of BITS Pilani, is behind this initiative. This project marks a significant development following Mr. Verma’s commitment last year to contribute to the development of modern infrastructure at the Pilani campus, the largest ever by a BITS alumnus.
This design creates a state-of-the-art convention center that serves as a hub for collaboration and the exchange of ideas. It will feature a 200-seat conference room that will host a variety of national and international conferences, high-end executive development programs, workshops, and alumni meets. The center will also provide comfortable lodging with 94 well-equipped rooms for visitors. The center’s strategic location on the BITS Pilani campus makes it ideal for these purposes.
This project is expected to be completed within 18 months. It will significantly enhance the institute’s capacity to organize international conferences, events, and workshops.ย ย
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๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ฒ๐๐ต ๐ฉ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐บ๐ฎ, ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ถ๐ฟ๐บ๐ฎ๐ป ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฝ๐บ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฎ, said โWith the advent of globalization and rise of technology in every facet of our lives. It is important to recognize talent adequately and empower them to stand on par with the ever-changing times. I am excited to create a platform where students and faculty can exchange ideas and collaborate, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. I am sure that together we will transform aspirations into tangible results”.
