The IIT Roorkee Alumni Association Nepal Chapter (IITRAAN) successfully organized the IITRAAN Gala Evening 2026 on 25 July 2026 at Hotel Shanker, Lazimpat, Kathmandu. Held under the theme “Connection • Culture • Community,” the event was attended by approximately 150 alumni, dignitaries, distinguished guests and well-wishers.

IITRAAN President Er. Om Raut welcomed the participants and emphasized the importance of strengthening professional relationships, institutional cooperation and fellowship among IIT Roorkee alumni in Nepal. A major highlight of the evening was the felicitation of senior alumni. Er. Umesh Malla and Er. Mohan Shakya also delivered a presentation on the historical contributions of IIT Roorkee alumni to Nepal’s infrastructure development and other professional sectors.

The gathering was addressed by senior alumni  Er. Bhubanesh Kumar Pradhan. The keynote address was delivered by the Chief Guest, H.E. Mr. Naveen Srivastava, Ambassador of India to Nepal.

A cultural program presented courtesy of the Embassy of India further enriched the evening. The formal session concluded with a vote of thanks by IITRAAN Joint Secretary Er. Unamman Pradhan, followed by networking and dinner. The event provided an important platform for reconnecting alumni, celebrating their contributions and strengthening the IIT Roorkee alumni community in Nepal.