Orientation Day at NMIT
Mr. Subramaniam also highlighted the role of music in reducing stress, improving mood and energy levels, and aiding emotional recovery.
H.C. Nagaraj, principal, outlined the institution's activities and infrastructure. Rohit Punja, administrator, Nitte Education Trust, presided over the event. Sandeep Shastri, vice-president of Nitte (deemed to be university), Bengaluru campus, welcomed around 1,600 new students and their parents. J. Sudheer Reddy, dean (Academics), concluded the programme with a vote of thanks.
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