IIT Kanpur (Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur)

In 1996, a "boat race" was part of the third design course in mechanical engineering. Students designed and built model boats powered by small steam engines, then raced them for glory (grades). That year, the boat race was held in the cooling pond in ear, the boat race was held in the cooling pond in front of the P.K. Kelkar Library. The race had just begun, the judges were strutting back and forth with their sheaves of scoring sheets, when pandemonium broke loose. In the heat of the moment, everybody had forgotten the large bee hives that hung from the concrete sun shades of the Library. The fumes from the kerosene-burning steam engines had agitated the bees and they swooped down on the assemblage of contestants and spectators. Students ran leaving their boats, the judges their score sheets, and Prof P.K. Das, the instructor of the course, just ran away, no one knew where to. In more ways than one this event was a first. Never before had an IITK exam ended in such chaos and, of course, bolting faculty may never be seen again! Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, established in 1959, is one of the premier institutions established by the Government of India. The aim of the Institute is to provide meaningful education, to conduct original research of the highest standard and to provide leadership in technological innovation. "To create, disseminate and translate knowledge in science, engineering and allied disciplines that will best serve the society." "To pursue excellence in education, research and innovation by Enabling a creative and dynamic learning environment, Developing sustainable research solutions for the benefit of the nation, Building bridges between the academia, industry and society, Fostering entrepreneurial spirit and skill, Nurturing leadership qualities with sense of commitment and accountability, Inculcating values and ethics in thought, expression and deed." तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय ...view more