IIIT Bangalore student bags record package of Rs 1.45 crore in silver jubilee year
Top academic achievers were recognised with gold medals: Valipireddy Pranathi, Monjoy Narayan Choudhury, and Sookthi Bhat Kav.The Entrepreneur of the Year medal was awarded to Ananda Prakash Verma.Director Professor Debabrata Das highlighted the students' achievements in areas like AI/ML, NLP, wireless tech, and advanced software systems. 'Several students have secured patents,' he said, adding that the cohort stood out for its diversity, innovation, and teamwork.Established in 1998, IIIT-Bangalore has grown into one of India's top tech institutes, known for its industry-ready talent and consistent placement performance. The record-breaking placement and silver jubilee milestone underline its impact.- Ends
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