The Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Ranchi, conducted the graduation ceremony for its three-year undergraduate program affiliated with the National Council for Hotel Management & Catering Technology (NCHMCT), Noida, on May 3, 2024 (Friday) at the institute’s auditorium. The ceremony was graced by esteemed guests including Shri Manoj Kumar, Secretary of Tourism, Art, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs Department, Government of Jharkhand; Dr. Pankaj Chatterjee, Department Head and Assistant Registrar, RKDF University, Tourism Department officials, General Manager of Hotel Royal Retreat, media personnel, institute faculty, staff, all students, and other dignitaries. The ceremony commenced with the lighting of lamps by the chief guests followed by Saraswati Vandana presented by the students. This was followed by a performance of Jhoomar dance by students and Paika Dance by Gulab Chand Munda Group showcasing the art and culture of Jharkhand, which received much appreciation.

Mr. Manoj Kumar, Tourism Secretary, extended his greetings to all and congratulated the students on their graduation, acknowledging the institute’s achievements through hard work. He emphasized the Tourism Department’s commitment to fulfilling all needs for the institution’s progress. He advised students that their education doesn’t end here; they should strive for excellence to brighten the institute’s name in the future. He stressed the need to enhance efforts as new opportunities arise.

Dr. Pankaj Chatterjee, the special guest, greeted everyone and encouraged the students to shine wherever they work, bringing recognition not only to themselves but also to IHM Ranchi. He advised them to work in the hospitality industry for a minimum of two years and to excel in their work wherever they go.

Dr. Bhupesh Kumar, the Principal of the institute, welcomed everyone with enthusiasm, congratulated the students on completing their programs, and wished them success in obtaining employment in various hotels and service sectors nationally and internationally. He proudly mentioned that for 52 students the Institute got 88 placement offers, which mean there was more than one placement for every student and mentioned that IHM Ranchi has achieved prestigious awards and recognitions in last year, making its mark among the top hotel management institutions nationwide.

In this ceremony, all 52 students of the Batch 2021-24 of the B.Sc in Hospitality and Hotel Administration program were provided appointment letters and certificates of completion during the placement drive organized by various hotels and service sectors domestically and internationally. Mr. Aditya Vikram Bajaj was chosen as the Student of the Year 2024 based on attendance, academic performance, extracurricular activities, and placement performance. He was honored with a gold medal and a cash prize of ₹11,000.

The students of IHM Ranchi have consistently demonstrated excellent performance in the placement drives over the past three years, achieving 100% placement in the campus placement drive. Various reputed international and national hotel groups and other organizations participated in the placement drive. In the recent placement drive, 32 students were selected for managerial positions, 6 for supervisor roles, and 16 for associate positions.

The institute’s students have also secured excellent placements in hotels and resorts in the USA, Qatar, and Dubai, showcasing their talent internationally. The graduation ceremony concluded with the national anthem and a vote of thanks by Mr. Alok Aswal, the department head of the institute.

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