IIMC Alumni Association: 2017

Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Mr. Sudhir Chaudhary | Editor- Souvenir | Annual Alumni Meet- Connections 2018

Dear IIMCians,

Mr. Sudhir Chaudhary, 1993-94 Batch Alumni (EJ, Delhi), will be Editor of Souvenir of IIMC Alumni Association's Annual Alumni Meet- Connections 2018.

Thanks & Regards,

Mihir Ranjan

General Secretary

Tuesday, December 26, 2017

CORRECTION: Mr. Sanjay Sahoo | Convenor- State Level Meets | Annual Alumni Meet- Connections 2018

Dear IIMCians,

Mr. Sanjay Sahoo, 2002-03 Batch Alumni (EJ, Dhenkanal), is Convenor, State Level Alumni Meets- Connections 2018. Mr. Sahoo is Odisha Chapter President of IIMC Alumni Association.

IIMCAA is set to host State Level Connections in the cities of Dhenkanal/ Bhubaneswar, Mumbai, Lucknow, Patna, Ranchi, Guwahati, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Bhopal and Chandigarh after Annual Alumni Meet in Delhi on February 18, 2018.

Thanks & Regards,

Mihir Ranjan

General Secretary

Mr. Nitin Pradhan | Principal Organiser | Annual Alumni Meet- Connections 2018

Dear IIMCians,

Mr. Nitin Pradhan, 1990-91 Batch Alumni (HJ, New Delhi), is Principal Organiser of Annual Alumni Meet- Connections 2018.

Thanks & Regards,

Mihir Ranjan

General Secretary

Wednesday, December 20, 2017

CC Approves 7 Stage 4 Million INR Budget to Host Annual Alumni Meet- Connections 2018

Dear IIMCians,

The Central Committee of IIMC Alumni Association met at IIMC HQ, New Delhi on 17th December, 2017. IIMCAA President Mr. Suresh Kumar Vashishth presided over the meeting that was attended by Executive President Mr. Anand Bhushan, General Secretary Mr. Mihir Ranjan, Organisation Secretary Mr. Pratham Dwivedi, Senior Alumna Ms. Simrat Gulati, Ms. Shillpi A Singh, Mr. Prasad Sanyal, Mr. Madhur Kalra, Mr. Rahul Sharma, Mr. Ashim Ghosh, Mr. Ritesh Verma, Mr. Muni Shankar Pandey and Mr. Govind Kumar.

Minutes of the Meeting:-

1. The central committee, after three rounds of CC Meeting on December 3rd, 10th and 17th, has approved a 7 stage 4 million INR budget to host Annual Alumni Meet- Connections 2018 on February 18 in New Delhi and 14 cities across the nation for chapter level Connections. Here are the steps of 7 stage 4 million budget attached to sponsorship collection scenarios.

Stage 1- Sponsorship Collections 10 Lakhs

- IIMCAA Awards 2018

- Annual Souvenir

- Snacks

Stage 2- Sponsorship Collections 15 Lakhs

- IIMCAA Awards 2018

- Annual Souvenir

- Snacks

Stage 3- Sponsorship Collections 20 Lakhs

- IIMCAA Awards 2018

- Annual Souvenir

- Snacks

- State Level Connections

Stage 4- Sponsorship Collections 25 Lakhs

- IIMCAA Awards 2018

- Annual Souvenir

- Snacks

- State Level Connections

- Central and Cross Chapter Representatives Visit to Chapter Meets

Stage 5- Sponsorship Collections 30 Lakhs

- IIMCAA Awards 2018

- Annual Souvenir

- Snacks

- State Level Connections

- Central and Cross Chapter Representatives Visit to Chapter Meets

- Annual DJ Night

Stage 6- Sponsorship Collections 35 Lakhs

- IIMCAA Awards 2018

- Annual Souvenir

- Snacks

- State Level Connections

- Central and Cross Chapter Representatives Visit to Chapter Meets

- Annual DJ Night

- Annual Dinner

Stage 7- Sponsorship Collections 40 Lakhs

- IIMCAA Awards 2018

- Annual Souvenir

- Snacks

- State Level Connections

- Central and Cross Chapter Representatives Visit to Chapter Meets

- Annual DJ Night

- Annual Dinner

- Decoration of IIMC HQ, New Delhi

2. The central committee has approved the proposal to accept sponsored wishes from IIMC Alumni for souvenir to generate the revenue.

3. IIMCAA Awards 2018 notification to be made at the earliest.

Thanks & Regards,

Mihir Ranjan

General Secretary

IIMC Alumni Association

MoM- Mumbai | Maharashtra Chapter Meeting | 3 December, 2017

Dear IIMCians,

Maharashtra Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at the Mumbai Cricket Association Club on 3rd December 2017. Led by President Ms. Gayatri Srivastava, members also participated in a "Secret Santa" exchange, sharing gifts and good wishes. Mr. Neeraj Bajpai, Mr. Swaroop Chakraborty, Ms. Neha Dave, Ms. Kamini Patil and Mr. Devidutta Tripathy attended the meeting.

Minutes of the meeting:

1. Members present discussed ways to increase participation of more alumni members in the meetings which are usually bi-monthly.

2. Further discussion was held on the possibility of organising an entertainment programme in late January/early February ahead of the annual event.

3. Members also suggested having the next chapter meeting on a Saturday evening to enable more participation.

4. It was also discussed to suggest to the national chapter that the annual event is held on a Saturday evening instead of a Sunday.

Thanks & Regards,

Devidutta Tripathy

General Secretary, Maharashtra

IIMC Alumni Association

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

MoM | Ranchi- Jharkhand Chapter Meeting | 5 November, 2017

Dear IIMCians,

Jharkhand Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met in Ranchi of November 5th, 2017. Chapter President Mr. Manoj Kumar presided over the meeting that was attended by Vice President Mr. Kumar Rajesh, Mr. Amit Kumar Gupta, Secretary Mr. Pranav Pratyush, Organisation Secretary Mr. Puja Arpita Oraon, Mr. Onkar Pandey.

Minutes of the Meeting:-

1. Frequency of the meetings would be at least once in 3 months.

2. All members will undertake responsibility of holding meetings in their respective areas one by one. This means an individual will have to hold the meetings and organise it at a suitable place with support from senior members.

3. A short trip to Betla, Netarhat/ Dalma will be organised soon.

Thanks & Regards,

Pranav Prathush

Secretary, Jharkhand

IIMC Alumni Association

Saturday, November 4, 2017

Delhi | Central Committee Meeting | 5 November, 2017 @ 5 PM

Dear IIMCians,

The Central Committee of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on November 5, 2017 (Sunday) at 5 PM at IIMC HQ.

Agenda:-

1. Preparations for Annual Alumni Meet- Connections 2018

2. Preparations for Annual IIMCAA Awards 2018

3. Any issue raised by alumni present in the meeting

Thanks & Regards,

Mihir Ranjan

General Secretary

Friday, November 3, 2017

Ranchi | Jharkhand Chapter Meeting | 5 November @ 7 PM

Dear IIMCians,

The Jharkhand Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on 5th November, 2017 (Sunday) at Jalsa Inn, Ashok Nagar, Ranchi at 7.00 PM.

Alumni living, working or visiting the state are requested to attend the meeting.

The Agenda:

1. Welcoming the new members.

2. Organising Family Get-Together either at Dalma or Netarhat.

3. Any other issue with the permission of house.

Thanks & Regards,

Manoj Kumar

President, Jharkhand

IIMC Alumni Association

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

MoM | Maharashtra Chapter Meeting | 2 Octotber, 2017

Dear IIMCians,

Maharashtra Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at the Mumbai Cricket Association Club on 2nd October, 2017. President Ms. Gayatri Srivastava, General Secretary Mr. Devidutta Tripathy, Organisation Secretary Ms. Kamini Patil and Executive Member Mr. Neeraj Bajpai attended the meeting.

Minutes of the meeting:

1. Members present approved donations of 25,000 INR raised by the alumni to be contributed to the "Raahat" flood relief initiative of non-profit Goonj on the occasion of Daan Utsav (The Joy of Giving Week).

2. Members further discussed the plan to have an entertainment programme such as a movie screening, a book reading or stand-up comedy along with one at the next meetings.

3. It was suggested that a Saturday evening will suit better for the Maharashtra Annual Alumni Meet 2018 instead of a Sunday. Members will further discuss the proposal among themselves and with the Central Committee of IIMCAA.

Thanks & Regards,

Devidutta Tripathy

General Secretary, Maharashtra

IIMC Alumni Association

Monday, September 18, 2017

MoM | Patna- Bihar Chapter Meeting | 17 September, 2017

Dear IIMCians,

Bihar Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at Journalist Union Office in Patna on 17^th September, 2017. General Secretary Mr. Saqib Khan, Mr. Manish Gupta, Ms. Imbesat Imam, Mr. Amarjeet Kumar and Ms Mahima Tiwary attended the meeting.

Minutes of the Meeting:-

1. The Meeting, in consultation with Chapter President Mr. Bhola Nath and other active members, decided to fill in the vacant posts of the chapter committee. Mr. Manish Gupta elected as Secretary, Ms. Imbesat Imam as Organisation Secretary and Mr. Satyavrat Mishra as Treausurer.

2. It was decided to connect all alumni working or living in Bihar with Bihar chapter and enroll them as a member of the IIMC Alumni Association.

3. It was decided to host the meeting once or twice in a year at some tourist place outside Patna.

5. It was decided to create a Facebook page of Bihar Chapter where activities and information can be shared.

6. It was resolved to meet on a regular basis.

Thanks & Regards,

Saqib Khan

General Secretary, Bihar

IIMC Alumni Association

Have Your Say | DRAFT Constitution of IIMCAA | Deadline- 6 PM, 23rd September, 2017

Dear IIMCians,

IIMC Alumni Association is gearing up to adopt a new constitution at Annual General Meeting on 8 October, 2017. This DRAFT copy has been ratified by majority of the IIMCAA chapters. We have received few suggestions from Bihar, Karnataka, Punjab-Haryana-Himachal Chapter and Kanpur Sub-Chapter.

The Central Committee, at monthly meeting of September 2017, has decided to seek suggestions from alumni as well before taking further action in the process of adoption.

You are hereby requested to send your suggestions to us by 6 PM of 23 September, 2017 at alumni.iimc@gmail.com. Suggestions must be clearly worded and specific in nature with respect to sections and/ or sub sections.

All the suggestions from three chapters and one sub chapter is produced, as it is from their minutes of the meeting, below for your reference in addition to DRAFT copy of the constitution.

Bihar Chapter

1. It went through the draft constitution and passed it unanimously. The chapter found everything okay except for one section which refers to the power of President of the Central Committee of IIMCAA. The chapter has decided to propose amendment to make this section more democratic.

2. The draft says that among other powers, the President has got the right to remove any member of IIMCAA if s/he is found to be working against aims and objectives of the association. The draft also says that the President has the right to dissolve an entire state's chapter/sub-chapter for a similar reason. While the chapter does underscore the importance of the discipline, it also unanimously suggests that the member or the chapter concerned must get a fair chance to have their say before a disciplinary committee which should be constituted for the same. After hearing, the disciplinary committee must give its recommendations to the Central Committee, which, in turn, should take a final call on the matter.

Punjab-Haryana-Himachal Chapter

1. It went through the draft constitution. While all else was okay, the chapter felt that the following points needed a rethink. The chapter felt the need to amend section 5c, (6) 5 and G 2.

A. One section which refers to the power of President of the Central Committee of IIMCAA. The chapter has decided to propose amendment to make this section more democratic. The draft says that among other powers, the President has got the right to remove any member of IIMCAA if s/he is found to be working against aims and objectives of the association. The draft also says that the President has the right to dissolve an entire state's chapter/sub-chapter for a similar reason. While the chapter does underscore the importance of the discipline, it also unanimously suggests that the member or the chapter concerned must get a fair chance to have their say before a disciplinary committee which should be constituted for the same. After hearing, the disciplinary committee must give its recommendations to the Central Committee, which, in turn, should take a final call on the matter after taking a a two-third majority.

B. The chapter is of the view that state chapters should have a say in the working of the national chapter. They oppose the undemocratic functioning of the central committee.

C. The chapter members also opposed the point of non acceptance of fee from foreign alumni and felt that there should be one uniform policy on the issue of membership fee.

Karnataka Chapter

1. Suggestions for Inclusion in Aims and Objectives Section

A. To provide a forum for all Alumni of IIMC to connect, meet and interact, to promote and support each other in all areas.

B. To encourage formation of chapters of the Association to increase participation of Alumni.

C. To organize lectures, symposia, workshops, conventions for the Alumni and also for the students of the College to share knowledge and experience and promote dialogue and debate.

D. To create awareness about the achievements, contribution and the rich heritage of the College amongst the Alumni, present students, workplaces, society and the media.

E. To encourage the Alumni to take an abiding interest in the progress and development of the Alma Mater.

F. Funds can be collected/ raised not just for the ‎Alumni Association but for the Alma Mater as well. So as to drive home the point that IIMCAA is the Alumni Association and thus could also be (one of the) stated objectives of the Alumni Association too.

2. Suggestion for Inclusion in Audit Section- All the income, earning, moveable, immovable properties of the Association shall be solely utilised and applied towards the promotion of its aim and objectives only set forth in the memorandum of association and no profit thereof shall be paid or transferred directly or indirectly by way of dividends, bonus, profits or in any manner whatsoever to the present and past Members of the Association or to any person claiming through any or more of the present or past Members. No Member of the Association shall have any personal claim on any moveable or immovable properties of the Association or make any profit, whatsoever by virtue of his/her Membership

3. Annual Report to be shared with the respective Chapters (and Sub-Chapters) before it gets printed in the Souvenir of IIMCAA.

4. It'll also be helpful that the Souvenir can also be mailed to the respective Alumni, and be charged for the same.

5. Immediate Past- President shall be an ex-officio member of the national council/ central committee.

6. With regards to the powers of the president, the powers vested in him/ her to singlehandedly start/ dissolve a ‎chapter/ sub-chapter, and the powers to remove/ change any office bearers of the central committee/ state chapters/ sub-chapters/ International chapters is too undemocratic and ergo, we believe a quorum will be a better alternative and better dissemination of the powers and is more democratic.

7. Presidentship should be reserved to anyone who's be an alumni for at least 15 years. 8. Vice-President and General Secretary (or anyone from Central Committee) should be reserved for anyone who's been an alumni for 5 years at least.

Kanpur Sub Chapter

1. The constitution should have a clause that specifically mentions any remuneration, or the absence thereof, for the members of council and committee at all levels.

2. The committee should have a term of not less than three years, as against the currently proposed 2-year term. We feel that a 3-year term will provide committee with more stability and clarity in regards of IIMCAA proceedings nationally and internationally.

Go through it and make it a more inclusive constitution.

Thanks & Regards,

Mihir Ranjan

General Secretary

Thursday, September 14, 2017

MoM | Central Committee Meeting | 3 September, 2017

Dear IIMCians,

The Central Committee of IIMC Alumni Association met at IIMC HQ, New Delhi on 3rd September, 2017. President Mr. Suresh Kumar Vashishth presided over the meeting that was attended by Vice President Mr. Harendra Yadav, General Secretary Mr. Mihir Ranjan, Organisation Secretary Mr. Pratham Dwivedi and Executive Member Mr. Komal Badodekar.

General Secretary of Punjab-Haryana-Himachal Chapter Mr. Muni Shankar Pandey, Senior Alumni Mr. Kalyan Ranjan, Mr. Madhur Kalra, Mr. Harshendra Singh Verdhan, Mr. Ritesh Verma, Mr. Amit Deshmukh, Mr. Ankit Roy, Mr. Prasang Sharma, Mr. Vikash Sinha and Ms. Sonia Yadav were also present.

Minutes of the Meeting:-

1. Discussion on suggestions received in the process of ratification of the New Constitution by Chapters/ Sub-Chapters- The Central Committee thanked all chapters and sub chapters for ratifying the new constitution. The Central Committee has decided to seek suggestions from alumni as well, before taking further action, while taking note of the suggestions it received from Bihar, Karnataka, Punjab-Haryana-Himachal Chapters and Kanpur Sub Chapter in the process of ratification.

2. Appointment of one Vice President and one Secretary- The central committee refused to appoint replacements while observing that the elected committee officials can't be changed or replaced midway. Vacant posts will remain vacant till the current team completes its term.

3. Status of the work of IIMCAA Awards Expansion Committee- The Chairperson or Coordinator didn't attend the meeting hence agenda deferred for next meeting.

4. Agenda of AGM scheduled on 8 October, 2017- The Central Committee finalised the agenda of the AGM which includes adoption of news constitution, organisational reporting, financial reporting.

5. Dissolving the non functional Chapters/ Sub-Chapters- The Central Committee has accepted the recommendation to dissolve the Tamil Nadu Chapter by President Mr. Amar Nath. It referred the recommendations to dissolve the Meerut and Pune Sub Chapter by Sub Chapter General Secretary Mr. Arvind Shukla and President Ms. Debarati Mukherjjee to UP and Maharashtra Chapter respectively for final decision.

6. Any issue raised by alumni present in the meeting- NIL

Thanks & Regards,

Mihir Ranjan

General Secretary

Wednesday, September 6, 2017

IIMCAA Demands Court Monitored SIT Probe into Gauri Lankesh Murder

IIMC Alumni Association is shocked at the brutal murder of senior alumna and journalist Gauri Lankesh in Bengaluru. We strongly condemn the use of violence as an arm to suppress the freedom of expression of a citizen.

Gauri Lankesh, known for her fearless journalism and uncompromising stand on free speech, will live in our memories forever. Her murder is an attempt to silence the voice of dissent.

IIMC Alumni Association demands that the Karnataka Government take prompt actions to bring the culprits to justice for Gauri along with court monitored SIT probe into the killing.

R.I.P. Gauri.

Mihir Ranjan

General Secretary

06.09.2017

Monday, September 4, 2017

REVISED: MoM | Maharashtra Ratified New Constitution, Elected Gayatri as President, Devidutta as General Secretary

Dear IIMCians,

Maharashtra Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at MCA Club, Mumbai on 2^nd September, 2017. Chapter President Mr. Suryakant Mishra presided over the meeting that was attended by General Secretary Mr. Sourav Mishra, Mr. Braj Kishore, Ms. Gayatri Srivastava, Mr. Virendra Mishra, Mr. Neeraj Bajpai, Mr. Devidutta Tripathy, Ms. Sonam Saini, Ms. Dolly Bansiwar and Ms. Kamini Patil.

Minutes of the Meeting:-

1. Mr. Braj Kishore moved the proposal to ratify the new constitution without any changes and the chapter approved the same unanimously.

2. The meeting constituted a new committee of Maharashtra Chapter and elected office bearers as follows:

President- Ms. Gayatri Srivastava (EJ, 1996-97)

Vice President- Mr. Dhananjay Roy (EJ, 2002-03)

General Secretary- Mr. Devidutta Tripathy (EJ, 2003-04)

Organisation Secretary- Ms. Kamini Patil (HJ, 2012-13)

Treasurer- Ms. Dolly Bansiwar (RTV, 2012-13)

Executive Member- Mr. Suryakant Mishra (EJ, 1993-94)

Executive Member- Mr. Braj Kishore (EJ, 1995-96)

Executive Member- Mr. Virendra Mishra (HJ, 1996-97)

Executive Member- Mr. Neeraj Bajpai (HJ, 1996-97)

Executive Member- Ms. Sonam Saini (EJ, 2011-12)

3. Mr. Braj Kishore proposed to self finance the activities of the chapter to which members present in the meeting agreed.

Thanks & Regards,

Sourav Mishra

General Secretary, Maharashtra

IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | Karnataka Chapter Ratifies The New Constitution With Several Suggestions

Dear IIMCians,

Karnataka Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met on 2nd September, 2017 at the residence of Senior alumna Ms. Renu Kakkar. Ms. Kakkar presided over the meeting that was attended by Organisation Secretary Mr. Chaithanya Krishnaraju. The meeting heralded the following points/ suggestions after much discussions and debate on the new constitution.