At the first convocation address at IIT Kharagpur, Jawaharlal Nehru said: ‘Here ... stands the fine monument of India, representing India’s urges, India’s future in the making. This picture seems to me symbolical of the changes that are coming to India.’ It is not for nothing that a seat in one of the Indian Institutes of Technology is so coveted. Being a graduate of an IIT is a matter of prestige; a sure path to a successful career, and life. In this book, IITians share memories of their time in college, of friendships that defined them; lessons that went beyond the academic; of determination; of failure; of fun times in hostels. There are stories from proud parents of IITians, and from teachers and mentors. Whether you are an IITian yourself, or hope to be one in future, this wonderful collection of stories is sure to hearten and inspire.
