Education is a voyage of discovery, growth, and transformation. Every new beginning in this voyage lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning, development and contribution to society. Recognising the importance of this foundational phase, Aurora Ramanthapur proudly organised Alaap, the formal induction ceremony, to commemorate and celebrate the commencement of the academic journey for its newly admitted MBA and MCA students.
Alaap marks the culmination of a week-long orientation program called Aarambh, which was specifically designed to familiarise freshly joined students with the institutional practices, facilities, and values. While Aarambh focused on practical orientation, Alaap was a grand celebration that set the stage for the students' new educational journey, reinforcing their commitment to growth and excellence. The name Alaap signifies a musical note or harmony, symbolising the beginning of a melodious educational journey that integrates knowledge, skills, and values. It is a platform where students are formally introduced to the academic community, their mentors and the broader campus environment.
The Aarambh orientation, rich with activities such as yoga, physical fitness sessions, and local educational visits, also anchors literary and cultural competitions—providing platforms for students to display their talents in singing, dancing, debate, essay writing, and more. At Alaap, winners are honoured with certificates and prizes, celebrating their creativity and dedication. Additionally, Appreciation Awards for Prior Learning commend graduating students and ICET toppers, recognising their outstanding knowledge and skills.
The grandeur of Alaap was accentuated by the presence of distinguished personalities who graced the occasion- Shri Datla Hanumantha Raju Garu, a practising Company Secretary, founder of DHR & Associates, and Chairman of PMC Trust, who shared valuable insights on professionalism, ethics and leadership. Shri V. Raj Kumar, a renowned scientist from DRDL Hyderabad, enlightened students on scientific innovation, curiosity and the importance of research. Dr. N. Ramakrishna Reddy, Deputy Vice President and Zonal Manager of TATA AIG General Insurance, emphasized the importance of risk management and resilience in personal and professional life. Mr. Anudeep Aurora, Chairman of Aurora Group, and Dr. Madhavi Madireddy, Director of Aurora's PG Colleges, provided motivational speeches, emphasizing the importance of lifelong learning and institutional values to the newly joined students.
To ensure transparency and accountability, Dr. P. Shirisha, Professor and Head of the Department of Management, elaborated on the program structures of MBA and MCA, designed under the autonomous guidelines, emphasizing flexibility, relevance, and industry alignment. Further, Dr. D. Pavan Kumar, Professor and Controller of Examinations, introduced the Innovative Scheme of Assessments, which aims to develop creativity, analytical thinking and continuous evaluation, aligning with the autonomous status of the institution to the students.
The talent appreciation ceremony at Aurora was followed by the solemn administering of the oath, where students pledged to honor the teaching fraternity and conscientiously uphold their responsibilities as proud ‘Aurorians.’ This was succeeded by the revered tradition of reciting the Thotakashtakam, a luminous garland of devotion composed by Thotakarcharya, a devoted disciple of Jagadguru Adi Shankaracharya. This sacred hymn is a rhythmic homage, eloquently echoing the eternal bond between guru and disciple, symbolizing the soul’s deep yearning for knowledge and liberation guided by the teacher’s illuminating light.
By incorporating Thotakashtakam into its ceremonies, Aurora Group of Colleges upholds a timeless heritage that honours the priceless role of educators and instils an enduring reverence for knowledge. It inspires generations to embrace learning with gratitude, discipline and an enlightened heart, encouraging the holistic growth and lifelong dedication to truth and wisdom.
Post the formal sessions, the campus transformed into a vibrant arena of cultural performances. Students showcased their talent through various acts such as singing, dancing and drama, enthralling the audience in a spirit of unity and celebration. The performances reflected cultural diversity, teamwork and enthusiasm, reinforcing the importance of a well-rounded personality.
Aurora’s Post Graduate Colleges - Ramanthapur, Moosarambagh and Uppal collectively conducted Induction Day ‘ALAAP -2018’ at RTC Kalabhavan, Hyderabad on 31st August, 2018. Dr. Ramesh Babu Nimmatoori, Secretary, Aurora’s Educational Institutions, Sri. Nimmaturi Raja Babu, Chairman Aurora’s Educational Institutions, Sri. Nimmaturi Anudeep, Vice-Chairman, Aurora’s Educational Institutions, Chief Guest, Dr. B. Janardhan Reddy, IAS Commissioner, HMDA, Distinguished Guest_Sri. Sreenivasan, Executive Vice-President(HR), KMV Group, Eminent Guest Ms. Balaji Veeramaneni Chairperson, Strategic Planning Committee, BYST & Promoter-Association of Lady Entrepreneurs of India, Speaker of the Day Sri. Parasuram, Telugu Movie Director, Guest of the Day Sri. Sushanth Anumolu, Telugu Film Actor, Special Guest Sri. Priyadarshi Telugu Film Actor, Special Invitee Sri. Vivek Sagar Telugu Music Director, Directors of all the Post Graduate Colleges of Aurora, Dr.B.Madhubala, Dr. M. Madhavi, Dr. B. Mohan Kumar and Dr. Raja Vardhan Reddy, Dr. Raghu Naga Prabhakar, Director, Training and Placement, graced the dias.
The Programme was also attended by Heads of the Departments, Staff, Students and their Parents. The event is highly appreciated by the students and parents and they said that the event has enlightened and filled the fresher’s with a positive energy to start their journey at Aurora which is the right platform to achieve their goal in Career and Life.
