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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 17th 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 2nd 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.

Minutes of the Meeting:-
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.
8. The following members of the Karnataka Chapter had earlier through other modes of communication had ratified the constitution without any recommendations or suggestions to make changes in the draft constitution. They are: President Mr. Ramesh Muniyappa, General Secretary Ms. Rama Nedungadi, Ms. Dhiren Dhuku, Ms. Puja Upadhyay, Ms. Neha Keshri and Ms. Khushboo Gupta.


Thanks & Regards,
Chaithanya Krishnaraju
Organisation Secretary, Karnataka
IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | Chhattisgarh Ratified New Constitution, Elected Sangeeta as President & Santosh as General Secretary

Dear IIMCians,

 

Chhattisgarh Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met for the first time at Coffee House, Raipur on 2nd September, 2017. Co-ordinator Mr. Mrigendra Pandey conducted the proceedings of the inception meeting of the chapter.

 

Minutes of the Meeting:-


1. Chapter unanimously ratified the new constitution without any proposal to change or amend.


2. Chapter Committee was constituted. The new committee is as follows:-

President- Ms. Sangeeta Madan Rasaily (AD&PR, 1990-91)

Vice President- Mr. Vinod Kumar (HJ, 2002-03)

General Secretary- Mr. Santosh Kumar (HJ, 1991-92)

Treasurer- Mr. Harsh Dubey (HJ, 2014-15)

Organisation Secretary- Mr. Mrigendra Pandey (HJ, 2005-06)

Executive Member- Mr. Neeraj Mishra (EJ, 1990-91)

Executive Member- Mr. Bishnu Kumar (RTV, 2008-09)

Executive Member- Mr. Vikash Sahu (HJ, 2014-15)

 

 

Thanks & Regards,

Santosh Kumar

General Secretary, Chhattisgarh

IIMC Alumni Association

Sunday, September 3, 2017

MoM | Uttar Pradesh Chapter Ratifies The New Constitution of IIMCAA

Dear IIMCians,

Uttar Pradesh Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at the residence of Organisation Secretary Ms. Kamlesh Rathore on 2nd September 2017. Chapter President Mr. Santosh Kumar Valmeeki presided over the meeting that was attended by Organisation Secretary Ms. Kamlesh Rathore, Mr. Bhai Shelly, Ms Smriti Sinha, Mr. Bhaskar Singh, Mr. Maninder Mishra, Ms. Deepika Singh, Mr. Ramendra Singh, Mr. Utkarsh Chaturvedi, Ms. Tuhina Ghoshal, Ms. Surekha Shukla and Mr Neel Krishna Dwivedi.

Minutes of the Meeting:-
1. Uttar Pradesh Chapter ratified the new constitution without any proposal to change.
2. President Mr. Santosh Kumar Valmeeki suggested that IIMCAA should take this organisation to international level.
3. Mr. Bhaskar Singh suggested to help alumni in illness or casualty in their life by the organization.
4. IIMCAA shall contact an agency or government to help journalists affected by a major disaster.
5. IIMCAA should help an alumni if he/she joins a new organization in the city concerned.  
6. Alumni working with an organization should try to help in hiring of other alumni. 


Thanks & Regards,
Santosh Kumar Valmeeki
President, Uttar Pradesh
IIMC Alumni Association

Saturday, September 2, 2017

Delhi | Central Committee Meeting on 3rd September at IIMC HQ @ 5 PM

Dear IIMCians,

 

The Central Committee of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on 3rd September at IIMC HQ at 5 PM.

 

Agenda:-

1. Discussion on amendments raised in the process of ratification of the New Constitution by Chapters/ Sub-Chapters

2. Appointment of one Vice President and one Secretary

3. Status of the work of IIMCAA Awards Expansion Committee

4. Agenda of AGM scheduled on 8 October, 2017

5. Dissolving the non functional Chapters/ Sub-Chapters

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

 

 

Thanks & Regards,

Mihir Ranjan

General Secretary

IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | West Bengal Chapter Ratifies The New Constitution of IIMCAA

Dear IIMCians,

West Bengal Chapeter of IIMC Alumni Association met on 2 September, 2017 at CCD, Kankurgachhi, Kolkata. Senior Alumni Mr. Rajneesh presided over the meeting that was attended by General Secretary Ms. Piyali Chatterjee.

Minutes of the Meeting:-
1. The Chapter in consultation with Chapter President Mr. Subir Bhaumik, currently in Myanmar, has decided to ratify the new constitution of IIMC Alumni Association without any changes. 


Thanks & Regards,
Piyali Chatterjee
General Secretary, Bengal
IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | PHHP Chapter Ratifies New Constitution With 3 Amendments

Dear IIMCians,

The Punjab-Haryana-Himachal Pradesh Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met on September 2, 2017 at Cafe Tea Hut, Ludhiana to discuss the draft constitution of IIMC Alumni Association. Chapter President Ms Alice Guram presided over the meeting that was attended by Mr. Alok Kumar, Ms. Nupur and Ms. Divya Goyal. 

Minutes of the Meeting:-
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.

2. The above amendments were ratified by Dr. Upendra Pandey and Ms. Divya Sharma via conference call. Hence we have 6 people proposing the above amendments.

3. Further, the chapter proposed to change the name to Chandigarh-Shimla-J&K to incorporate all the states/UT under its purview. 


Thanks and Regards,
Alice Guram
President, PHHP
IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | Odisha Chapter Ratified The New Constitution of IIMCAA

Dear IIMCians,

Odisha Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at The Press Club of Odisha, Bhubaneswar on 1st September, 2017. Chapter President Mr. Sanjay Kumar Sahoo presided over the meeting that was attended by General Secretary Mr. Jyoti Prakash Mohapatra, Secretary Mr. Pratyush Kumar Saa, Join Secretary Mr. Ananta Prasad, Central Committee Member Mr. Joy Daniel Pradhan, Mr. Bhawani Shankar Das and Mr. Sudam Barik. 

Minutes of the Meeting:-
1. Odisha Chapter ratified the new constitution without any changes unanimously.
2. Chapter decided to appoint two spokesperson cum media relation officers. Mr. Ananta Prasad and Mr. Kishan Barai were given the charges. The Spokespersons cum media relation officers will work closely with the President and General Secretary.
3. It was proposed by some members to hold a welcome meeting for new batches at IIMC, Dhenkanal from next year. Many members supported the idea. Modalities will be worked out in the next meeting.
4. President Mr. Sanjay Kumar Sahoo thanked all for participation.


Thanks & Regards,
Jyoti Prakash Mohapatra
General Secretary, Odisha
IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | Kanpur Sub-Chapter Ratifies New Constitution With 2 Amendments

Dear IIMCians,

Kanpur Sub-Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association held a meeting on 31st August, 2017 at Rita's Restaurant, Kanpur regarding the new constitution. Sub-Chapter President Mr. Praveen Mohta presided over by the meeting that was attended by General Secretary Ms. Vrishali Jain, Executive Members Ms. Shikha Singh and Mr. Sachin Dixit.

Minutes of the Meeting:-
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. 
3. Apart from the above two suggestions, the Constitution has been ratified by the Kanpur Sub-Chapter in principle. 


Thanks & Regards,
Vrishali Jain
General Secretary, Kanpur Sub-Chapter
IIMC Alumni Association

Friday, September 1, 2017

Kolkata | West Bengal Chapter Meeting on 2nd September at CCD, Kankurgachhi @ 12.30 PM

Dear IIMCians,

West Bengal Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on 2nd September, 2017 at CCD, Kankurgachhi, Kolkata at 12.30 PM to discuss and ratify the new constitution of the association. 


Thanks & Regards,
Piyali Chatterjee
General Secretary, West Bengal
IIMC Alumni Association

Bengaluru | Karnataka Chapter Meeting on 2nd September at Central Mall, Bellandur @ 2 PM

Dear IIMCians,

Karnataka Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on 2nd September, 2017 at Central Mall, Bellandur, Bengaluru at 2 PM to discuss and ratify the new constitution of the association. 


Thanks & Regards,
Chaithanya Krishnaraju
Organisation Secretary, Karnataka
IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | Bihar Chapter Ratified The New Constitution With One Amendment In Presidential Power

Dear IIMCians,

The Bihar Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met on August 31, 2017 at Journalist Union Office, Patna to discuss the draft constitution of IIMC Alumni Association. Chapter President Mr Bhola Nath presided over the meeting that was attended by General Secretary Mr. Saqib Khan, Secretary & Treasurer Ms. Banjot Kaur, Mr Satyavrat Mishra, Ms. Imbesat Imam, Ms. Swati Swarna, Mr Mithilesh Gupta and Mr Neeraj Priyadarshi.

Minutes of the Meeting:-
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.
3. Another agenda was election of office-bearers of the chapter. The chapter has decided to meet specially for the purpose on September 17, 2017 at 3pm at the Journalist Union Office, Patna.
4. The Secretary-cum-Treasurer, who quit on the occasion due to re-location, also thanked the members of the chapter for supporting her stint.


Thanks and Regards,
Banjot Kaur
Secretary & Treasurer, Bihar
IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | Singapore Chapter Ratified The New Constitution of IIMCAA

Dear IIMCians,

The Singapore Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at Element, Amara Singapore on August 31, 2017. Chapter President Mr. Zafar Anjum presided over the meeting that was attended by General Secretary Mr. Saurabh Chaturvedi, Treasurer Ms. Rayana Pandey, Senior Alumni Mr. Gaurav Raghuvanshi, Ms. Shweta Aggarwal and Ms. Aradhana Srivastava.

Minutes of the Meeting:-
1. Singapore Chapter unanimously ratified the new constitution without any suggestion to make changes.
2. Chapter resolved to meet at regular intervals.
3. Ms. Srishti Dugar, who could not attend the meeting because of prior engagement, suggested that the Singapore Chapter should be expanded to include alumni residing in South East Asia. For instance, she said there are alumni in Malaysia, who would be happy to attend the meeting in Singapore if a prior notice is given. The chapter will consider the proposal in the next meeting.


Thanks & Regards,
Saurabh Chaturvedi
General Secretary, Singapore
IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | North East Chapter Ratified The New Constitution of IIMCAA

Dear IIMCians,

North East Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at the Indian Express Office, Guwahati on 31 August, 2017. Chapter President Mr. Samudragupta Kashyap presided over the meeting that was attended by Vice President Mr. Manoj Khandelwal, Tamil Nadu Chapter President Mr. Amar Nath, Mr. Neepijyoti Gogoi and Mr. Himanshu Pandey.

Minutes of the Meeting:-
1. The Meeting discussed the amendments to the IIMCAA constitution and this chapter hereby resolved to endorse the same unanimously.


Thanks & Regards,
Samudragupta Kashyap
President, North East
IIMC Alumni Association

Thursday, August 31, 2017

MoM | MP Chapter Ratified New Constitution, Anil Saumitra Elected New President

Dear IIMCians,

Madhya Pradesh Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at DB City Mall, Bhopal on 31st August, 2017. Senior Alumni Mr. Anil Saumitra presided over the meeting that was attended by Mr. Vijay Dubey, Ms. Ananya Moitra, Mr. Amit Pathe, Mr. Pankaj Sharma, Mr. Santosh Kumar and Mr. Deepak Sharma.

Minutes of the Meeting:-
1. Members unanimously ratified the new constitution of IIMC Alumni Association without any proposal to make changes. 
2. Three new members have been inducted in Madhya Pradesh Chapter. They are Mr. Deepak Sharma, Mr. Santosh Kumar and Mr. Pankaj Sharma.
3. New President, General Secretary, Organisation Secretary, Treasurer and Coordinator were elected during the meeting. 
4. Mr. Anil Saumitra was unanimously elected the President of the chapter. Mr. Vijay Dubey has been elected as Vice-President, Ms. Ananya Moitra as General Secretary, Mr. Amit Pathe as Organisation Secretary, Mr. Pankaj Sharma as Treasurer and Mr. Santosh Kumar as the Coordinator.


Thanks & Regards,
Ananya Moitra
General Secretary, Madhya Pradesh
IIMC Alumni Association

MoM | Uzbekistan Chapter Ratified The New Constitution of IIMCAA

Dear IIMCians,

Uzbekistan Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at Lal Bahadur Shashtri Indian Cultural Centre, Tashkent on 31 August, 2017. Chapter President Mr. Alimov B.S. presided over the meeting that was attended by General Secretary Ms. Fotimakhon Makhsimova (2014), Mr. Ahmadjon Kasimov (1994), Mr. Fahriddin Nizamov (1994) and Guests Ms. Nazira Tashpulatova.

Order of the Meeting:-
1. Chapter President Mr. Alimov B.S. expressed gratitude to the participants for taking part in this meeting. 
2. The meeting began with congratulations on the 23rd anniversary of the first class of graduates of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. 
3. Chapter President Mr. Alimov B.S. and other participants considered the draft version of the rules and regulations of IIMC Alumni Association.
4. Chapter President Mr. Alimov consulted Mr. Halim Saidov, Mr. Amir kul Karimov and Mr. Uktan Mirzayorov over phone and they all consented to ratify the constitution without any changes.
5. Members of Uzbekistan Chapter also discussed the opportunities and professional input between Uzbekistan State World Language University and IIMC related to education of young mid career journalists and plans to organise a forum in New Delhi with the participation of delegation from Uzbekistan. 

Decisions Taken at the Meeting:-
1. The Uzbekistan Chapter unanimously ratified the new constitution of the IIMC Alumni Association. 
2. To organise the forum in IIMC (Delhi) on development of the international journalism in Uzbekistan and India: practices. 


Thanks & Regards,
B. Alimov, President
F. Makhsimova, General Secretary
IIMC Alumni Association, Uzbekistan

MoM | Gujarat Chapter Ratified The New Constitution of IIMCAA

Dear IIMCians,
 
Gujarat Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association (IIMCAA) met at The Times of India office, Ahmedabad on August 30, 2017. Senior alumni Mr. P K Sahoo presided over the meeting that was attended by Mr. Shreepathy Hariprasad, Mr. Vikram Vishal and Mr. Arvind Kumar. 

Chapter President Mr. Pradeep Mallik, Members Mr. Susim Mohanty, Mr. Rajesh Sisodiya, Mr. Kumar Anand, Mr. Piyush Mishra, Mr. Dheeraj Vashistha, Mr. Shivendra Madhusudan and Mr. Pranjal Protim Boruah, who could not attend the meeting, were consulted over phone and gave their approval to ratify the new constitution.
 
Minutes of the Meeting:-
1. Gujarat Chapter ratifies the new constitution & by-laws of IIMC Alumni Association.
2. Members not present in the meeting gave their approval in favour to ratify the new constitution over phone to General Secretary.
3. General Secretary thanked all members for swift ratification of the new constitution.
 

Thanks & Regards,
Arvind Kumar
General Secretary, Gujarat,
IIMC Alumni Association

Andhra Pradesh & Telangana Chapter Ratified The New Constitution of IIMCAA

Dear IIMCians,

Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association met at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad on 30th August, 2017. Senior member and ETV UP Head Mr. Anshul Shukla presided over the meeting that was attended by Organisation Secretary Mr. Santiswarupa Samantaray, Executive Members Ms. Jogamaya Nayak, Mr. Ganga Prasad, Ms. Tapaswini Mohalik and Ms. Arpita Priyadarshini.

Chapter President Mr. Byomkesh Biswal, Vice President Mr. Chetan Mallik and Mr. Manoj Dash, General Secretary Mr. Rajesh Parida, Executive Member Ms. Debasmita Priyadarshini gave their consent over video conference to ratify the new constitution of IIMC Alumni Association.

Minutes of the Meeting:-

1. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Chapter unanimously ratified the new constitution of IIMC Alumni Association without any proposal to make changes.
2. All members agreed to visit a old age home at Vanasthalipuram, Hyderabad on 10th September, 2017 to help the old people staying there.
3. All members agreed to host a Swachh Bharat programme on 2nd October on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti.
4. All members agreed for a Picnic to Nagarjuna Sagar Dam on River Krishna along with family on 17th September, 2017. Organisation Secretary Mr. Santiswarupa Samantaray has been assigned the responsibilities for the trip unanimously.
5. Executive Member Ms. Jogamaya Nayak gave the vote of thanks to all the members for their participation in the meeting.


Thanks & Regards,
Santiswarupa Samantaray
Organisation Secretary, AP & Telangana
IIMC Alumni Association

Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Raipur | Chhattisgarh Chapter Meeting on 2 September at 12 PM

Dear IIMCians,

Chhattisgarh Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on 2nd September, 2017 at Indian Coffee House, Raipur at 12 PM to discuss and ratify the new constitution of the association. 

This meeting will elect the office bearers of the chapter as well.

Join Please.


Thanks & Regards,
Mrigendra Pandey
Coordinator, Chhattisgarh
IIMC Alumni Association

Ludhiana | Punjab-Haryana-Himachal Chapter Meeting on 2 September at 12 PM

Dear IIMCians,

Punjab-Haryana-Himachal Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on 2nd September, 2017 at Umbrella Restaurant, Sarabha Nagar, Ludhiana at 12 PM to discuss and ratify the new constitution of the association. 

Join Please.


Thanks & Regards,
Alice Guram
President, Punjab-Haryana-Himachal
IIMC Alumni Association

Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh Chapter Meeting on 2 September at 11 AM

Dear IIMCians,

Uttar Pradesh Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on 2nd September, 2017 at the residence of Organisation Secretary Ms. Kamlesh Rathore (3/ 54, Vishal Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow) at 11 AM to discuss and ratify the new constitution of the association. 

Join Please.


Thanks & Regards,
Santosh Kumar Valmeeki
President, Uttar Pradesh
IIMC Alumni Association

Bhubaneswar | Odisha Chapter Meeting on 1 September at 7 PM

Dear IIMCians,

Odisha Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on 1st September, 2017 at the Press Club, Bhubaneswar at 7 PM to discuss and ratify the new constitution of the association. 

Join Please.


Thanks & Regards,
Jyoti Prakash Mohapatra
General Secretary, Odisha
IIMC Alumni Association

Singapore | Singapore Chapter Meeting on 31 August at 6 PM

Dear IIMCians,

Singapore Chapter of IIMC Alumni Association will meet on 31 August, 2017 at Element, Amara Singapore, Singapore at 6 PM to discuss and ratify the new constitution of the association. 

Join Please.


Thanks & Regards,
Saurabh Chaturvedi
General Secretary, Singapore
IIMC Alumni Association