Vivek Kumar The tallest guy of the department, Vivek Kumar is the silence before the storm. Mostly seen sitting in the last bench, calm all the way but when a professor starts nagging him, it’s time for the storm! On the same lines, there happened such that a professor asked him for his father’s number to complain about him. The professor got the number and talked with the father too. Turns out it was Vivek as Vivek’s father and his gang has a good laugh about it. An adherent supporter of the PM, he listens to Mann Ki Baat through a radio receiver. He has an unorthodox way to solving problems, both Maths and life problems which gives him an edge over others. Likes to lead a simple & sober life and is a down-to-earth person. Stalking on Facebook and in the institute is a regular thing for him. He can be reached either in the class or in the Back Post. He is a die-hard fan of Hrithik Roshan and tries to build his physique like the actor. Well, this is definitely something productive work. Isn’t it? An honest and loyal person, he is a friend to be cherished. All the best there!
Shreyas J S Curly hair, silent demeanour, intelligent, fine coder, comes late to the class and leaves as soon as the class is over-these are the few (only) things which one could get about him in half-a-decade. Shreyas JS, the man with AIR-61 in GATE, is one among those people who ended up here because of the much hyped name of the institute, later to just pass one semester after another. He is like just another person in the crowd, someone who doesn’t draw attention to himself. He keeps silent all the time sometimes breaking it with a ‘Yes man’ ‘No, I have not done the assignment yet’ replies. No one of us have got if he is a GMAT or not but he sure does score better than 90% of the class and has a decent CGPA. An ardent lover of football, he is regular at the game and seeing the department team wasn’t in it entirely, he promoted himself to a group of kids who were. The remarkable moment was when a certain famous professor of the department noticed his change in hairstyle, from curls to straightened hair, and couldn’t stop himself from making a comment, ‘ye Shreays hai kya!’. An avid mobile gamer, one will find some of the best games in his phone. We wish to find him next in a place where his potential will be put to good use.
Amit Jena GMAT, Math lover, flirt, guy with a sexy back, beauty-with-brains, Kunu, Nunu are some of the things which fall under the Amit Jena genre. An iconic stand-up comedian, he can just about add humour to anything but just be ready to deal with the bipartite meanings. His love for Maths is fulfilled by Karma by making him land at the Department of Mathematics at NITR and Karma has not left his side since then, he is the branch topper (one of the branch toppers) and holds the record for publishing more than 10 papers in an academic year. He has a photographic memory and is the ‘tokepedia’ as he is the database of the every beautiful girl in the campus. A garbage can for despaired souls, he has the ability to make situations seem easy. But when it comes to himself, he cannot handle stressed situations. He stocks Red Bull from Amul two days before exams so that he remains energetic through the exam days. Secret to success people! Impatient to watch movies and TV series, he instead reads the Wiki articles on them. He is fond Odia poetry. Now-a-days, he is seen at Hex eating Chicken Lollipop and going over the draft of his next paper.
Satyapriya Kujur The girl with the Jiglipuff smile, sprinkling happiness and care wherever she goes, known as Pomi, Pendu (because she never sits still), Pumba, Sattu is Satyapriya Kujur, the girl who did five baskets in a practice match standing at the centre of the court. During classes, she notes everything the professor says and maintains it with blue, black, red, green ink. So if exams are near, you know whose notes to get Xeroxed. She is scared of darkness, reptiles, dogs and these lead to many interesting incidents like she screaming in the middle of the night on seeing a cat who had just come to look for food. Talking about food, she always has food in her room saving her friends from starving. A die-hard fan of Hugh Jackman, she watches his movies on repeat. She has this ability to sit in front of her computer screen for hours at times and watch movies and series. During exam times she takes up ‘mon vrath’ to process all that she has read and revised. Her super-excited nature keeps her in a party mood always and lifts up her surroundings. She is someone who likes to travel and make plans! Truly a real version of Agnes from the Despicable Me series, she is sweet, caring, smart and full of fun & laughter! Waiting for FF8, aren’t you?
Rayaprolu Satya Chandra Mouli (aka CM, Satyam, Chandram, apsrtc and the ‘antlu thome batch’ *wink*) There are a few people in life who are very rare and very valuable. He is one of them. He sees things that others fail to see and loves you the way you love to be loved as. Unfailingly kind, he would go to any lengths to make sure that you are fine. He is a great listener, sees all the facets of a situation unflinchingly. He is the calm in your life even when you are waging a war on yourself. He is the mathematical genius who doesn’t just know what is what, but also knows the answer to ‘why’. It isn’t exaggeration to say that he has amazing grasping and analytical abilities. His dedication, hard work, perseverance and passion move mountains. He made SAC his home and worked relentlessly for fests which made him nothing less of a campus celebrity, but more importantly an inspiration to many and an example to be followed in honesty. He is the unbelievable prankster, the life of parties with the energy of a 3 year old, the perfect child parents dream of, the modest intellectual, the telugu pundit, the old-movie buff, the influencing orator, and a motivating leader. But at the same time he is slightly cracked, with all his timely jokes, the singing in ‘ta’s, the orthodoxy, the laziness and sometimes plain childish. Nevertheless, he is self- righteous, unassuming, respecting, philanthropic and what not! He is the simplest and the most perfect; he is our Mouli.
Ashutosh Agarwal Marwari by birth, Punjabi by heart and Chacha Chaudhary by brain, Ashutosh Agarwal, known as Ashu, Sambalpuri Mundi, is one hell of an analytical guy! If you listen to a voice coming somewhere from the back benches answering questions in the class then be sure that it’s him. All good things come in small packages and Ashu proves it correct. A sports enthusiast, he has played all sports the institute has to offer. A logical person, he is very good at debating and has left a good number of rational guys dumbfounded with his logical arguments. A member of the infamous ‘Intoxicated Miles’, he is sure to be absent in the class during cricket match days. One of the mentionable events of his would be when he went into an eating competition with a person twice his size. Although he lost, this incident reflects his personality. He values friendship and is someone who will be with you doesn’t matter how bad the situation is. He lives life on his own terms and has not even once regretted his decisions. He is usually found browsing Facebook and ardently reading Quora posts. Because of his Quora browsing, he was mistakenly taken to be the campus ambassador or moderator of the site. Anyone can live with this prestigious image! Beware people, this guy is high on sarcasm!.
Raj Kumar Raj a.k.a. Kejru a.k.a. Sleeping Beauty is a self-proclaimed Casanova. A dying breed, he is one of the very few persons we know who subscribes to message packs and talks to a new girl every month. He has a strange love-hate relationship with the fairer sex: while his Ranchi exploits are legendary, it is also rumoured that his photo graces a washroom at CVR with expletives written all over it. Then there was that time when he and his best friend lost their crush to Man of Steel. Raj is the only person we know of who has actively applied his education in real life. While he usually doesn’t give two hoots about his subjects, the quiescent mathematician in him rises to the fore when it is time to settle the bill at Hex. He has saved a small fortune by invoking obscure mathematical theorems and optimizing calculations when adding up costs of the food items ordered. He is a heavy caffeine addict, inhaling about forty cups of coffee every day. It is a source of consternation among scientists as to how he manages to sleep as much as he does with that amount of caffeine in his blood. We wish him the best in his future endeavours, just not with the girls. Peace. (As told by one of his close friends.)
Akashdeep Yadav Akashdeep Yadav. ‘Naam toh suna hi hoga.’ There is that one guy in every class who never lets, unintendedly, full strength in any class on any day. He is that guy of the Department of Mathematics. Akashdeep is rarely seen in the class but if you have bunked the same class too, you can find him roaming in the institute or just enjoying his food at Hex. Such are the stories of his bunks and grade backs that even the professors swell with pride when he attends their class. You are bound to laugh when he responds to his roll call as he does that with full authority. Classes and labs do not interest him. He is an innovative person and has the zeal to try things out. He has a start-up to his name which he plans to work on after passing out from here. A matured and humble being, he doesn’t believe in hurting others. With a CGPA of 8.9 in his first semester, he has gone a long (a)way in his academics. Always seeing the positive side of things, he is a sweet and caring person. We wish he never starts a school otherwise the principal chair would mostly (read ‘always’) be empty.
Arpit Chandan Swain Standing tall above six feet and with those specks on his nose, he looks like a nerd, a nerd who likes to sleep all day, doesn’t wake up until he gets a text from his (hidden) girlfriend, has to go somewhere or the other every time, is as lazy as a hamster, a TV series buff and is cheerful and fun loving. He is always up for adventure and food though he takes more than half an hour to order a dish even if there is just one dish on the menu. The jugaadu of the batch, be it a scooty or DSLR, you name it and he will get it for you from one sanga or another dada. But one godforsaken incident led his scooty off The Giving List. From a moderate beginner to handling several projects at a time and attending conferences, he is a dedicated person with big goals and aspirations, which his fun loving demeanour often doesn’t let out. He is a good programmer, helping those who are in need. Despite of all things he has to do, he still has time for chitchat. The guy with the guitar, he said he would compose a song ‘Dhuan Dhuan’ by his final year but ask him about it and he will say that his track was stolen by *insert a famous composer’s name*. Maa Kali ki Jai!
Ankush Kanwar Ankush Kanwar, the few things his branch mates know about him can be counted on fingers-from Himachal, is called ‘pahadi’, good at studies & is shy. You know that one guy of the class who submits his answer sheet after the first one hour during exams and still scores like a thousand out of thirty, this is the guy! His friends have misused the liberty of giving nicks when they started calling him ‘anda’ when he moved to Andaman from Himachal. Shyness comes in way when you get to know that a lot of girls have a crush on you so we advise you to drop the veil and be a go-getter! Talking about girls, he is a huge fan of Ranbir Kapoor and cannot hear anything bad about him. Bet this is enough for a conversation starter! A good listener and observer, he comes up with good points on and off arguments. During a fight, he shreds off his calm demeanour and transformers into someone who is born to fight. He can be trusted with secrets and is someone who will not leave your side in thick and thin. Having the ability to amicably settle in his surroundings, we want to see him in a top notch position. All the best, Kanwar!
Ankur Kumar An extremely good-looking person with perfectly styled hair and nicely maintained French-cut beard and a silent demeanour (from the outside) is Ankur. He has broken many hearts by either not acknowledging smiles or putting an end to the slightest possibility of something-can-happen. He has been called Marde, Langda Tyagi (for his style of walking) and LT. He is a lazy person and he hates it about himself. Such is his laziness that is drags things to the explosive procrastinating levels. Deep down, he is a believer of God. He is an admirer of Shadeed Bhagat Singh and Swamy Vivekanda. He is the ocean of knowledge with unique and logical views on subjects and is a good orator. He doesn’t like to worry about things. Whenever you are in a debate on ‘Bikers get girls’, he is the perfect example to site as from the past four years he has a bike but no girls; all those who used his bike have (more than one too). A very good friend, he can be cold towards his enemies. He likes to live life on his own terms. His perception towards life is crystal clear. He wants to give back to his society. He is the purest of hearts one could find. But under the façade of nonchalance is an undertone of yearning for something amiss in this superfluous world, to truly belong among a sly company of friends who care.
Vinod Kumar There are some who want to make their presence felt and then there some who come in quietly and leave quietly. Vinod Kumar is the later. A calm and shy demeanour, he hardly talks with anyone apart from his set of friends. He loves to sleep and it is really very difficult to wake him up. So this guy doesn’t sleep the whole night when he has to attend the morning classes. He is one of the best bowlers at the institute. A serious comedian, his friends call him Nana Patekar. His jokes be so funny that one will drop of their chair, laughing! Very shy when it comes to girls, he has hardly ever talked with any girl of the batch. With the dreams of becoming an IAS and a promise to this friends that he will take them to Bangkok once he becomes an IAS, we wish Vinod all the very best!.
Biswajeet Pradhan The first look at him will give you the impression of #ThugLife, a fancy guy with an arrogant nature. This is the reason why it is said that appearances can be deceptive. Biswajeet, fondly known as Biswa, is a very simple and charming person. He fits the mamma’s boy image as his statements frequently begin with “Mummy boli thi...” A die-hard fan of the Bollywood actor Salman Khan, he himself looks a bit like the actor. Famously known for being stalked by girls because of his handsome looks, he is rumoured to get friend requests from girls on a daily basis. He is the love guru of the batch. Conscious of his social presence, for him social life is more important than academics. Despite of this if he is late for a class, you will find him running on his way from the hostel to the department or asking for a lift. A very kind hearted person, he never says no to anyone. His social media profiles will tell you about his craze for Naruto and Ronaldo. Having a large collection of Hindi songs, he is the perfect person to go to if you have doubts regarding a particular song being in a particular movie. One of his close friends calls him ‘Gau’, for his seedha nature. We wish him all the best!
A Pratyusha If there could possibly be a way to reincarnate a sweeter-subtle, more understanding and perhaps a little less ecstatic desified version of Bellatrix Lestrange that would not be Pratyusha Amanchi. Just kidding. She is every word of it! Even better at times. A chatterbox for sure, Sonu-ki-deewani, Suits-addict, real-life MacKenzie Mchale, and what not. A perfectly baked potato is ambrosia for her, nothing can top that. Of course there's the drizzling rain with a hot cuppa and an engrossing novel at hand, a slight hum of music in the backdrop – and Pendu is complete. She bears no veil, nor does she dresses to please, PT Usha is that piece of the puzzle that fits the description - Those who wish to sing always find a song. Known for her lush and beautiful long hair, she has been lovingly nicknamed 'Pendu', mostly because of that long oscillating braid which is the envy of every female who has ever stepped foot in NITR. Possessing an extremely calm demeanour, something to be envious of, she has dazzled in her roles in Monday Morning and being the Director's Nominee. She is a genuine follower of Swachch Bharat. She is one intellectually sexy lady whom you can find at every possible place at the institute. Be it reading a good book at the LA lawn, attending some event, writing in the library, hogging on food or talking to the Director. Thanks to her, your Facebook newsfeed is sure to be filled with amazing quotations from even more amazing authors and soulful songs, which she never fails to share for the benefit of her social crowd. As she takes a one last walk out of this campus, 'Shine On you crazy diamond' is sure to play in the background.
Sambit Sekhar Rana This guy belongs to the 70’s. Having a good-boy charm and a beautiful smile, he is the favourite of all. Always up for food and adventure, he likes anything which comes for free. From being a lean and thin to a bulky individual and being an ‘early to bed and early to rise’ person to a nocturnal, he has come a long way in these five years. When the kids of his age were just kids and life was simpler, he unknowingly said a cuss word to his father’s friend in front of his father. This friends, is the first and last cuss word ever spoken by him. The master of bad luck and a bagful of PJs, he can make you laugh by his funny Odia accent, Odia songs collection and his bad luck parodies. For him, exam preparation time is the night before the exam and that too passes by calculating the required SGPA for the targeted CGPA. A techiegeek, he fixes laptop problems for his friends and loves playing CS, DOTA, NFS and the other ‘trendy’ games. He gathers lucrative information from the DC++ main chat. His long-term desire to create his own DC++ hub, Virgin, saw its end when all the hubs were merged into one. Helpful and composed by nature, his famous quote is ‘I will start from tomorrow.’
Sukka Suneela Suneela, ‘Sun-eela’, is a chirpy and friendly person who believes in spreading love and has the aura of the bright Sun. Anyone would take her for a silent person at their first meeting but don’t you dare go along with this impression! She is a prankster! An adventure lover, you will find her trying out hilariously awesome things in the hostel corridors and the fun-loving person she is, she will always have an audience in her room rolling on the floor laughing at her stories! She is the one to go to when you have no hopes from your future as she will not only listen to your pain but she will make it go away, making you believe that you can and that you will! Rightly according to her nature, she is the Placement Coordinator for Int MSc, pushing uninterested souls and helping students through their PI nervousness. She believes in God and prays regularly. You will find teachings from the Bible on the walls of her room along with other motivating quotes. Be it her fault or yours, she will be the one asking for an apology. A Star Plus serial follower, Hollywood movies lover, Chess and Badminton player, our ‘pichi pilla’ is set to add more feathers to her cap. Disclaimer: Her ghost story narrations are fatal to health. Listen to them at your own risk.
Jagamohan Bagh The captain of the department cricket team, who with his unmatchable stamina and tactics has won numerous matches for the Department of Mathematics, is Jagamohan. Famously known as Jaga, people tend to forget his original name. He is the information centre and most jugadu person you'll ever come across! Starting from class and lab timings to project evaluation and lab vivas to talking professors into cancelling the classes, this guy has achieved distinction in all and has been the saviour of many. He has this knack of talking even the most illogical and conventional people into his words and getting his work done. He doesn’t believe in changing his attitude just to impress people. He has own definition of life and he abides by it. He is always there for those who are in need and would never turn his back on them. Having no career plans, he enjoys every moment of life. If someone is sad or hurting, Jaga becomes the stand-up comedian and you cannot help but laugh at his (non-veg) jokes. Famous as a womaniser, he has an amazing bond with girls senior to himself. A friend for life, he is definitely someone to be cherished!
Kadarala Manoj Kumar Starting from a modest career, Manoj has achieved big over the years at the institute. He has surprised people by his excellent photography skills and went to become an active Third Eye and Cinematics club member. Having an eye for numbers, he can just about solve any analytics question and this is the reason why he is called Analytics Manoj. Known less by his name and more as ‘china’ (because of his flat face and long eyes), he is very interested in start-ups and has the ability to explain to a layman about market feasibility and investment. He can just about share his knowledge on any topic! He is the type of person who appreciates qualities in people. The go-to person when someone is demoralized, he is a bag full of ideas. Maybe this is the reason why he puts his heart, mind and soul and leaves no stone unturned when it comes to his goals. Not at all serious about classes, he takes things casually and yet scores well. The irony is he is serious about his final year project and has worked hard for it. Being the core team member of INNOVISION 2k14, his widespread contacts helped a lot in organizing the fest. Give yourself a victory pat if you can make him pay for something as meagre as a cup of tea..
Raju Mirdha Raju Mirdha is a perfectionist and a Amir Khan fan, which followed which one is hard to answer but the way he keeps his room clean, stays clear out of heated up discussions, dresses in formal shirts is admirable. Belonging to a small village Dangerpada in Sambalpur, the level of his achievement for his peers and his family is totally unmatchable, as his fellow villagers are yet to be part of this mainstream world, and because his sole motto is to earn the degree and support his family. A techie, he keeps his PC & phone updated and plays PC games crazily. He falls under that category which is exclusively for people who watch Hollywood movies and listen to all types of songs and yet forget song lyrics, sing in a bad tone and when objected would say ‘Bhai eita hela talent, try to do something different and creative’. His jokes are hard to understand and he usually ends up explaining his jokes. He doesn’t like mess food and has gone to the lengths of surviving on Amul milk for a month! A true gentleman, he is dresses well, behaves well, speaks well and thinks well. An IIM aspirant, we wish you luck!
Ashit Kumar Nayak He has been the person behind the departmental events since the 2nd year itself and the rapport he has with people is amazing. He has this great quality of making friendly and mixes up easily with people he has never even met before! @shitroxx, Boss, Ganje are the few nicks Ashit has. He doesn’t put much effort while studying for the exams but when he is copying from someone’s paper in the exam hall, he will come up with all sorts of questions as to why and how the person wrote a particular line or what is the concept behind the topic. He is a bad secret keeper. Ever. And he will openly advertise all the bad you have gone through in the most inappropriate of times. He is the kind of person who will get a work done and not move an inch. He is a khatti specialist. He spices up the environment around him by his PJs and comments with a perfect timing. ‘Ashit is a good boy’ is often used for him, of course sarcastically. Despite all this, he is a modest person and a friend who will stick with you in your bad times. A moderate sportsperson and a little introvert, he has a bagful of stories all the time. We wish you keep making things happen and be the cheerful person you are!
Amisha Priyadarshini She is the topper of the class AND she wants to pursue her career in Computer Science. An excellent coder, having done summer project in reputed institutes including IISc Bangalore and belonging to an IAS family, she is down-to-earth and a very dedicated person who doesn’t give up easily. Fondly called ‘tube light’ by her friends, she is that person who needs a joke to be explained to her. ‘Eh! Kana kahucha tame! Matey kichi bujhi asuni’ are her most said lines. A never ending cold war with one of her branch mates is the most amusing thing happening in and off the class. She is the queen of epic comebacks! Having a fashion sense, she is the perfect example for beauty-with-brains. The innocence in her makes way to funny interpretations and endless laughter sessions. She is the type of person talking to who will make you feel fresh. Helping, caring and sensible by nature, she has this amazing ability to listen to broken, saddened hearts without passing a judgement. In short, she is a shrink. Her loud laughter rings in the corridor all the time. A crazy fan of Korean TV series, she finds her escape in Boys Before Flowers. She is our favourite topper because she is not a GMAT and a dog lover, keep conquering girl!
Santosh Kumar Rana Rana, CR, Zoya are the few nicks for the most sought after person of the department, Santosh Rana. Starting from assignment submission from the 2nd year till Seminar & Technical Writing in the final year, he will be the first one to bother, solve, submit, and circulate a copy of his hard-work. He is serious about his work and would hardly find him roaming in the institute. This person has so much information with him that the class made him the CR, against of his wishes. Poor Santosh. At an age when you and I still browsing Facebook and Instagram, he is having serious intellectual and technical discussions on ResearchGate and reading current affairs. Responsible, caring, shrink, man-of-ethics, give him any such title and it will fit him. If it doesn’t fit him, he will read about it and he will become one. His dedication levels have never come down in these five years, after classes if you will find him going somewhere in a hurry and ask him about the same, without any doubt the answer will be ‘tike jauchi, mora bahut kama achi’. A mature person, he is the first person you would want to talk to in case of any trouble. He will care for you like a brother and he will be there for you. Possesses God like qualities and still says ‘Mu bhagwan nuhe!’ we wonder why!
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Ashish Rajput Popularly known as 72 (Bahattar), Ashish Rajput exceptionally, pulls off the charm and valour associated with his surname. Hailing from the city of Harda (Google it, guys!), Madhya Pradesh, he is known for his obsession for gym and jogging, of which he is immensely proud and brags it by donning tight clothes to accentuate his supposedly “manly” biceps. Highly fond of sports, he is also quite brilliant in academics with a decent CGPA and positive remarks from the faculty. Often remarked as an honorary marwadi, he makes sure he gets his money worth during his stay at NITR. Rajput has dabbled in table tennis, volleyball, and swimming because he has paid for those facilities. He sincerely eats four times a day at the mess and borrows books from the library (although returns them unread) to make his mess fees and library fees count and he uses the laboratory for his final year project solely to make his establishment fees worth. Dancing with full baraati spirit to whatsoever beats you play, he loves zooming around in bike with his friends. His love for the uncontrollable forces of nature is quite evident from his fondness of the subject Mathematics and his obedient “Tharkaap” due to which he never fails to miss the exotica of the fairer sex. Always in a jolly mood and ever-ready to help his friend, we hope this Rajput, lives his life king size!
Kushal Tibrewal Meet Kushal Tibrewal, the Marwadi from Cuttack who is neither a Marwadi nor a Cuttackia (going by his actions). After spending half a decade in the institute, he can truly be credited for almost all the creative work that has been happening since 2011. A gifted painter and a designing Gawd, his artistic expeditions spanned from drawing comics in MM and D361 to logos of eminent clubs of the institute. Obsessed with Deepika Padukone, his room is filled with her portraits sketched by him. With an impeccable sense of humour, he can cause a laughter riot with his mimicry of Naveen Pattnaik. When it comes to engineering, his brilliant academic record and GATE AIR 63 speak volumes. A crazy fan of FRIENDS, he can sell his soul just to get a cup of cappuccino. Although he leads a simple and humble life, yet he chooses to throw the most lavish parties on his birthday (rumoured to have celebrated once in Jamshedpur). An ambivert at heart, he is choosy about his circle but values his friends the most. In the face of the fiercest of storms, you will find this guy watching your back. An amazing friend and a humble artist, his company is something that people can never have enough of. Wishing this Matka all the best in his life and that he might get his own Deepika!
Raju Prasad Raju Prasad (aka Bhaiyaji) paved his way into our hearts with his mesmerizing shayaris that he recited on the department Freshers’ Welcome. Right from that day, till now, he enlightens every moment with shayaris and dohas which he choses very aptly suiting that moment from his plethora of shayaris (A true mood maker!). This typical Bihar ka launda is a very dependable guy as he can suggest you solutions for every problem. His age is a big time mystery to all of us. But we have stopped debating over it as it’s not a mere date that testifies for your age, rather it’s your experience. The intensity of wisdom that is reflected from his talks and walks has earned him the respect of a Buzurg/Bade bhaiya of our batch. His evergreen and ageless persona is so mystifying that has captivated the minds of the “PhD ladies” of our department. He is a true leader outside NITR as inside the institute he is busy clearing his backlogs. A guy so true to heart and with such classy attitude is sure to rule! We wish our bhaiyaji all the very best for his future endeavours.
Roshan Khan Yes, obviously, his name is Khan and he is not a terrorist! A gregarious, fun-loving guy, so full of energy that he is often referred to as the powerhouse of our batch. Always prepared to shoot a hilarious remark even in the worst situations, this man possesses the ability to make people laugh even at his pathetic PJs. Hailing from the potent city of Jhansi, he embodies the courage and confidence of the Great Rani Laxshmi Bai and is always found admiring the great warrior with the quote, “Bundele Harbolon Ke muh Hamne Suni Kahani Thi, Khoob Ladi Mardani wo toh Jhansi wali Rani thi”. Be it lab viva, class presentation, project evaluation or job interviews, his level of confidence and enthusiasm is par excellence. No doubt he bagged two job offers for himself! The GMAT of our batch, he is believed to have attended almost every class and make proper notes. He can even be seen attending labs with juniors in his free time for “additional knowledge”. (Yeah, you read it right!) How much the people may judge him for his GMATism, he is a true savior during the exam time (He happens to have FULL COMPLETE notes!). A die–hard “Tharki” by eyes and a true companion by heart, this Yaaron ka Yaar, Khan Sahaab never misses to treat his friends with kheer and seviyan on Id. You reach great heights, Insha-allah!
Anish Kumar Swain Strolling along the corridor of Hall 8, Top C block and you hear “fire in the hole” accompanied with devilish laughter, it suggests only one person, Anish Kumar Swain (a.k.a Mota Bhai). His fetish for downloading movies and series has made him a sought after DC admin going by the alias - “Kaze”. An extremely jovial person, one can never get bored in his company, with his constant mindboggling anecdotes and lessons for life which he very avidly follows from “9gag.com”. He is a big time Anime freak and dare not you dub it as cartoon, else get ready to face the storm (literally!). Being a localite is not that comforting, as with great power comes great responsibility – the responsibility of helping his friends with Bike, which he fulfils very sincerely and affectionately. Above all, his feat of carrying 4 people in his Bajaj Platina throughout the campus is still unmatched. One of the most talented guy in our department, this guy is filled with oodles of talent and self-confidence and is well known for his sarcasm filled comments and witty one liners. He is the “Kung- fu Panda” of our department and his love affair with food and sleep is a never ending saga. A fun-loving person with a happy-go-lucky attitude and a heart of gold, we wish him good luck in all future endeavors and make us proud!
Samresh Kumar Pradhan Samresh (aka Sama Bhai/NU Mundi/Khelali) is one of those rare people, whose faith in life and virtues will induce optimism in the most negative of souls. Always smiling, always helpful (his motor-cycle is literally a public transport for his friends), Samresh is an unassuming leader. Forced to handle the all important post of the convener in his third year, much to his reluctance, Samresh single handedly encapsulated the egos of the team, to organize a stupendous cultural festival. A very emotional person, who doesn’t shy away from crying or even slapping people, Samresh uses his sentiments as a mean to motivate people. An in-born sportsman, he is a die-hard soccer follower, and is a very athletic lad on the field. A very hardworking and diligent fellow, Samresh possesses a very sharp memory. Immensely popular among his juniors, a role model, he is believed to have shrewdly passed his experience of SAC politics to the juniors. And as his 5 years of stay come to a finish, his convocation plans is already on every junior’s lips. Although an Oriya lad, one can practically call him a pseudo-Banya, with all the trading fundas on his fingertips and all set to rock at his job. Good Luck, Sama!.
Bira Kishore Tirkey Bira (aka Barah/ Tharki) is a person with a “dent” (literally, on his chest) and a smile brighter than Happydent. Hailing from the black diamond region of Odisha, this black-diamond himself, is well known for his love for chicken and Sony (The ‘company’, guys!). Our Roadside Romeo’s tragic relationship status is so complicated that he has smashed a countless number of cell-phones over the late night squabbles he has with his Juliet. Owing to his intriguing countenance, he is often misjudged as “Yeh, ladka toh daaru jaruur pita hoga”, even though he has never touched alcohol or smoked. Although a reasonable man, he can be guy with no filter sometimes, which has landed him in the wrath of our warden and Disciplinary Committee (DisCo). Keeping aside his tragedies, he is popularly referred to as Chatur Mahalingam by his peers for the unparalleled sincerity in completing assignments and maintaining lab records. His level of hard work has made him the only person of our batch to receive appreciation from even the ‘You know who!’ of our department. Apart from his impeccable diligence, he is a savior when it comes to waking up people in time. Being regarded as the ‘Human Alarm’, he is believed to wake up everybody at the exact time he was told. This, Tea-o-holic (consumes 5-6 cups a day) is a gem of a person, resolute to walk miles with you as a friend. Good Luck, Biro!!
Satyabrata Behera Satyabrata (aka Jaga) is a guy with a calm demeanor. Although taciturn, he charms he way into any group with his cool and compassionate attitude. But don’t take his innocence for granted, as this wily gentleman can be very persuasive when he wants you to do something for him and is often known to bend the rules towards his advantage while playing cards. A playboy turned devout lover, he has had his fair share of time with the fairer sex. Most of his early B. Tech nights passed by having long hours of conversations with several girls. Crossing the GMAT level of 99999, he is among those rare breeds of engineers who study every single day. Most of the times he starts his studies after 2 a.m. so that no one can take notice. Adding one more peculiarity to his idiosyncrasy, he is a regular visitor to the hostel mess, as he is loves mess food very much (Oh, my God!). His humility and altruism is quite evident from his contribution in helping the less fortunate through his social work in NSS and AASRA. Even though he is not much of a speaker, his humble attitude and friendly approach speaks volumes of his potential to reach great heights.
Abhijeet Dutta Always brimming with high spirits and full of enthusiasm, this Talcher lad Abhijeet Dutta (aka Dutta) is a jack of all trades and well, a master of bloody each of them. Besides having exceptional academic credentials, he is popularly known for his bone tickling sense of humour and Nana Patekar mimicry, of which, even the night canteen person was a victim where he was told by Dutta, “Paisa baad me doonga, sachai mere aankhon me dekh”, in all Nana avatar. Fond of music, he is a quality keyboard player, with his magical rendition of “Mohabbat Barsa Dena” reaching 50K plus views on Youtube. So far we have covered academics, sense of humor, and music but it doesn’t end here. One fine day, he picks a TT bat and smash, within months he is one of the best players of the institute. The optimism level on his positivity meter is always full which is quite evident from his performance as the branch Placement Coordinator. When his mates were like, “Arrey bhai ye company to dual ko nahi baethati”, he asked them to have faith and assured them of good placements. Phew! Already short of adjectives, are we leaving anything? Oh, yes! He also codes. A genuine person with such extraordinary talents and good heart is sure to reach great heights! Good Luck, Dattaboy!
Abinash Mohanty Gandhi (aka Abinash Mohanty) is unquestionably one of the most famous and resonant personalities of NITR, A True “ Odia Toka” who has a strong affinity for all things Odia ranging from Akshay Mohanty songs to pakhala badi chura. Unlike the Original Gandhi, an epitome of truth & honesty, NITR Gandhi has some serious credibility issues, as a caution if Jr.gandhi says something as trivial as letter “B follows A” you still have to google it for validity. Gandhi would prefer tea over coffee, Pan over chewing Gum, an old soul residing in an erratically puerile body, dancing on the brink of senility. A compassionate soul full of empathy, he would go out his way to help even random strangers. A man of many talents Gandhi has his fingers dipped in many pies but unfortunately for Gandhi the grass always seems to be greener on the other side. With a serious glitch in his decision making engine, the Ace photographer chose to play counter-strike over an important third-eye event, ultimately leading to the 3rd eye shutters closing down on him permanently or choosing to eat eggs over reaching Lab on time leading to debar. This Amateur cook is also a self-proclaimed foodie and food critic with disturbed taste buds, is actually more of a restaurant explorer, choose the opposite of what he suggests, you will be safe. The trial and tribulations of life, have never managed to turn this happy-go-lucky personality’s smile into frown. Having a true face which reflects his heart, Gandhi has a positive aura & superpower of unfailingly rescuing everyone from their blues, however darker the shade maybe.
Dinesh Meena Dinesh Meena aka Tau, the contexture itself makes him a big guy whose transformation from a village boy to a city dude is commendable. Better known as "The Truck Driver" or Mr. "P-Uma", he is someone who helps you but secretly and do not generally take the credit. He doesn’t want his good nature to be revealed. He is a big fan of sitcoms and copy dialogues. One can find him practicing those dialogues in his room. “It’s all cool man” is a dialogue you can always hear when you come across his intellectual discussions. This guy increases the volume of his woofers and play songs to entertain the people who come to his room, disturbing the other boarders and ending up in arguments with them. He pays attention to each and every word when someone falls in a discussion with him. This person is a bit shy when it comes to talking with the attractive ladies. He is so diabolical when it comes to GPL and many people faced hard times at the receiving end. He is a sincere student and is a good listener in class. A person who won’t yield and leak out any of your secrets, this guy developed a close bonding and it’s always fun and entertaining to have someone like him in your brotherhood.
Paras Kumar Paras Kumar aka Santa, this stout guy hails from small town in Bihar. He has dynamic voice and most of the people got terrified by his tone in Bihari accent. He is famous for calling everyone to his room and giving them gifts and treats, hence the name Santa. He has his own little free world and listening to different genres of music in Babaji mode is his favourite past time. He never failed in bringing smiles to the people around him. Probably he is one of the few who watch movies of different languages in his free time. He is a legend in NITR Clash of Clans community famous for being online almost all the time and exchanging dragons. He helps out in the best possible way he can and never refrained from helping those who come to him in times of need. He is mostly found in Back post and is well known personality to the retailers of this small area. He might be harsh in his appearance and his tone, but is soft in the heart. People find themselves very glad to know this kind and friendly person as their friend.
Aditya Acharya Aditya Acharya aka 'Adi' is found mostly engaged with his phone during non-class hours. He never failed to seize even the slightest opportunity of online shopping offers and at the same time is not lavish in spending his expenditure. Being the most silent guy in the class, he goes unnoticed by many in the campus. He is an epitome of GMAT and an introvert. His closest peers find him kind, generous, intelligent. He is a man of strong principles and high moral values. He is a reliable choice as a team member in technical events. He is known to show a quick way out to people over a variety of problems and rarely lets people into his comfort zone. A combination of intellect and humor makes him a good company. He is attached to his laptop most of the time and spends quite amount of time surfing and utilizing the internet speed. You tube vine videos are his favorite pastimes. This guy holds a profound knowledge in departmental subjects and his CGPA speaks proudly of him. A self-controlled person, he never engaged in any sort of bad habits from peer pressure in his undergraduate life. His extreme determination and dreams of joining a PSU fetched him a job in Coal India.
Dovari Siva Kumar Dovari Siva Kumar aka Siva Reddy hails from the beautiful valleys of Krishna River. He is a hidden polymath possessing various types of talents like singing, mimicry, dancing etc. An introvert by nature, this guy is a bit shy when it comes to expressing himself. He is such a curious person that he didn't wake up his roommate during earthquake and run for safety, instead checked the water bottle for ripples of vibration. He idolizes the actor Nagarjuna and is a die-hard fan of him. Probably one of the few who attends the classes regularly, he is a first bencher in class and is consistent in maintaining notes. His humor is mostly based on the movie dialogues he comes across and he usually watches violent factionist movies, hence the name Siva Reddy. Passionate about sports and one of the sports conveners, this guy is proficient in street cricket and Volleyball. Sitting on the porch in front of the department along with his peers and giving snap judgments is his favorite past time. His undying love for the branch and his sheer perseverance earned him a prestigious job in Vedanta Resources Limited.
Piyush Dwivedi Piyush Dwivedi aka Panditji is a person who can teach the whole mining department before even thinking of studying himself and then pulling all-nighters to complete the syllabus. The whole batch relies on his notes for exams and lab records. Being a nerd, he never failed to attract random girls both online and offline and developed a habit of sleeping at odd hours and skipping his meals. This guy has got a talent of coming to class as early as possible and jot everything the professor says. However, deciphering his hand-writing is an arduous task. He is extremely sociable and an extrovert. He jumps up on his bed on the sight of spiders. His adorations are chocolates, Tom and Jerry, Naruto, yoga and meditation. Has a habit of thinking from the heart, and therefore puts all his effort in everything he does. He can shout in a completely silent class and not a day passes by when he does not ask questions in the class. So reluctant about personal hygiene that he doesn't take bath for weeks sometimes. Probably the only guy who spent all his four years with the same room mate and hence he was entitled as "Pati Vrata Roomie" who can give his life for his roommate. He is infamous for shouting the word "Chikka" loudly in classrooms and hostel corridors..
Akash Aman Akash Aman aka Babua, AKA, is popular among his contemporaries for his humor and cool behavior. Apart from being a mining engineer, this guy is a computer geek who is regularly updated by online marketing coupons and hence everybody approaches him when they want to buy something online at the lowest possible price. In his free time, one can find him playing tricks on online sites to earn money. He has a great affinity towards fitness but has never been able to persist in the gym for more than a month. Running in DTS with his peers is his daily routine and he is extremely health conscious. Being one of the biggest jugaadus in online marketing, he has got a great self-esteem and never asks his parents for pocket money. He has got so much patience that one can find him watching the same movie for days in parts. A self-learner by nature, he never blamed the situation or a person for his outcomes. People rely on him because he is the person who always stands in thick and thin of his friends and treats everyone equally.
Hemanth Mangena “A friend in need is truly a friend indeed” This is that one line that truly defines Hemanth. Popularly called by his surname (a.k.a Mangena) he is that one true personality that anyone can count on for help. A quiet, polite and charming personality, you will always find him amicably settled in with his surroundings. From the outside he just seems like that quirky little freckled kid but there are no bounds to his philosophies. Possessing a heart of gold and character of complete honesty he is a joy to hang out with. Coming from branch that boasts of no girls he like other boys is in dire search of a beautiful girlfriend. A diehard romantic at hearth, our Hemanth here can swoop any girl off her feet with his immense surprises. Hemanth has this unique way of interacting with girls and can be called the love guru of mining department. Richie rich of the block he’s known to have owned 3 laptops, all kinds of cellphones, watches, whatnot throughout his life at NITR. From planning awesome adventure trips to full of surprise birthday parties for best friends he is one no one would want to leave for the world. Being the president of Chefs club he took the club to new heights even under the pressure of the final year rising on him. A true friend, a budding philanthropist ,an avid traveller, and one of the most kind hearted persons one might ever come across Hemanth is a true keeper.
Prasanjith Dandapat Prasanjit Dandapat aka Dandi is the consultant guy with an instant and cheapest possible solution to every situation. Starting from online shopping to daily life activities, he will have a theory and a solution for everything and takes a great pleasure in presenting them. A kind and helpful guy who finds it difficult to say no to anybody who approaches him, takes immense pleasure in helping out his friends both academically and financially. Sometimes he falls prey to his own generosity because of his simplicity and his laziness in giving reminders to return his belongings. Famous for his life hacks and economically favorable solutions among his group “Alia Boys”, you will be lucky to have his friendship in your life. Apart from his slender and slim physique, this emerging self-proclaimed Casanova, from his school days, “as he says it”, owes his popularity among girls to his brotherly & comforting attitude towards them. With a vision, he always dreams of changing the existing system in the society, but ends up spending most of his time on WhatsApp having romantic conversations and playing games. A strong believer of crash course, he will be the first one in the horde to push his all-in-one rough note for the last minute notes. He still manages to get a decent CGPA by studying those notes with great difficulty the night before exams.
Alok Mallick Alok Mallick aka Macho Mallick is well known in the department for organizing two editions of Minare, the mining fest in the institute. He channeled many sponsors for the fest and possesses good leadership capabilities. Even though he works out every day in gym, he is quite lazy when it comes to attending classes. He lives on his own will and is unconcerned with the restrictions. To suppress the tensions during his managing hours, he cracks jokes to release the negative pressure of the people working under his leadership. He is a bit emotional when it comes to friendship and issues of life. His dynamic leadership and his humble taps on the back motivate people to work efficiently. In his leisure time, he is either found in Gym or watching movies. He is a big fan of Pasha Bhai’s documentaries and spends ample amount of time in the bathroom after the show. He is one among the cheerful and fun loving guys of the department. Extraordinary in the multitude of ordinary people, this guy touches the hearts of the people with his approach towards life and his memories are forever cherished.
Kodati Pavan Kalyan Kodati Pavan Kalyan a.k.a P.K is one of the most popular names of the institute, is not only famous for his physique, but also for the way he manages time makes many wonder if Mr. P.K. really belongs to this planet. Having shown his presence in 13 clubs, he has proved that one can develop any kind of skill if one gives time and dedication. His energy levels might make you go nuts and curiosity is in his blood. From a diligent writer in Monday Morning to being an inexhaustible dancer in Synergy; from a responsible sports secretary to a prolific hockey player, his versatility can do nothing but to inspire you. Adaptable to any situation, he can even starve for days, yet keep up with his daily tasks. He is a bit emotional when it comes to his life situations or relationship matters. From music and dance to creative writing and film making, he loves to learn anything that gives him a kick. A generous guy he is, a caffeine addict and an expert at throwing parties, he wins hearts of not only his fellow students but also his juniors. Publishing papers has always been a cake walk for him, all credits to his research works. With a unique way of approach towards life, his creative flair is always a treat to watch.
Prasanjith Kumar Prasanjit Kumar Gahlaut aka Laalbaal, earned his eccentric name for his red hair during his freshman years and weaved different stories about his red strands. He calls himself a perfect hybrid of West Bengal and Bihar but his true origins remain unknown to his peers till this date. Along with the other two musketeers, he is rarely seen in the classes. Ranging from Lab assistants to the Backpost mausis, from the most popular guy to the introvert nerd, he can befriend anyone. When his spirits are elated by the tribal seeds, his fingers always reach out to the green button beside the numbers of random girls. He is a procrastinator and ends up approaching his friends for help just before the completion of deadlines. Never on the Rengcolian stage; has he usually become proactive during the power failure, a voice that leads a chorus to reverberate hostel walls and corridors, air and ether. He takes his life as it comes and never broods over unnecessary matters. One can never miss this jovial face with comedy imprinted on it which drives your boredom away..
Arun Kumar Arun Kumar aka Mallick is a simple guy hailing from city of Lucknow. A cool dude, who remains calm, watches movies even during the exams. He helps out his friends and never says no to those who approach him even during the constrained financial conditions. He is an adrenaline junkie but always ends up puking after every ride or stunts in exhibitions. There is some royalty in his voice and one can easily recognize his Nawabi UP accent. You can sit in his room and enjoy his tantrums on the sympathetic conditions of the students. The long pursuits in the streets of Rourkela, bonfires on hilltop, treats and tantrums in Polaris are the few moments cherished by his contemporaries. He idolizes Wiz Khalifa and Bob Marley and is one of the babajis of the Mining Department. His beard is always the topic discussed during the lectures and hangouts. He can contest anyone in the sleeping competition and 14 hours is his average sleeping duration. An extreme tea addict, he is a great admirer of Raju Srivastav and is famous for his unique dramatic flair during his reenactment sessions.
Kumar Abhishek Kumar Abhishek aka Dude hails from the coal capital of India, Dhanbad. Always found jolly, ever ready for enjoyment, classes could never find importance in his priority list whereas friends always at the top. Blessed with an excellent sense of humor, he always becomes the center of attraction in the crowd due to spontaneous funny comments on almost any situations. However mundane the situation is, a single comment is enough to fill the place with explosion of laughter and enjoyment. Famous for his well-built physique and peculiar style of cracking jokes, his charming personality has stolen many hearts. He is seen either with his ear phones plugged in or lying on his bed flirting and chatting until he sleeps. His polite behavior and respect for his fellow mates raised him from a simple guy in the class to the dynamic position of vice-president of Mining Engineering Society. His dedication is reflected in the way he has transformed from being a fat kid in his first year to a well chiseled dude in his final year and also in his grades. Always coming up with solutions to the problems, this guy is one of the few who earned pre placement offer in TATA STEEL.
Prashant Kumar Prashant Kumar aka Halwai, Talla is a typical guy from Uttar Pradesh with no UP accent. He hates if someone calls him by his original name. He is found mostly in the vicinity of various tea stalls in the campus. He spends his leisure time in his room either playing Clash of Clans or watching TV serials like “Taarak Mehta Ka Ulta Chashma” or “Bhabhi Ji Ghar pe Hain”. He is always ready to debate on any topic and winning an argument with him is a tough task. One can rely on him during high times as he makes sure everyone is safe. His confidence levels are a bit low and gets nervous easily but he always boosts up the confidence of others. He has his own version of stories about every incident happening in the campus. Cooking is his hidden talent and when people get bored and frustrated with the mess food, they go to his room for tasty food. He is always there to listen to you, pay attention to you, and understand your problems and to share his satirical genius. He never revealed his birthday and even the closest of his friends are unaware of it. Quintessence of an ultimate jugaad, he is rarely found giving treats and paying bills in the restaurant. This charming personality and his unique smile are worth a treat to watch in action.
Aswini Kumar Padhi Aswini Kumar Padhi aka Serious Saanga, Tamatar is the Kabaddi guy of mining department. He represented the institute in various Kabaddi competitions and won quite good number of medals in the tournaments. The seriousness of this saanga rises exponentially as the exams come closer and toppers will become his closest of friends. He is so intolerant to hot climate that he is usually found almost naked in his room and hostel corridors. He is a bit shy in expressing his emotions and feelings to the attractive women, instead he fantasize them playing Kabaddi with him in his dreams. He has the habit of sharing his dreams and his friends always make fun of his eccentric dreams. When it comes to arguments, he tries to settle them peacefully. He will be the one to be in the front line standing shoulder to shoulder with you when you need him in difficult times. He is good at making friends and is highly sociable and gregarious. He is a man with high moral values and an obedient person. His authentic voice covers up the child within him. Obnoxious sometimes, he is an entertaining companion and trustworthy friend where you can safely lock your secrets with him.
Maitreya Mohan Sahoo Maitreya Mohan Sahoo aka MMS is quite well known personality among the department administration and doctorate students because of his unique way of attachment and interaction with them. He always extends the classes and even the lab classes by asking various kinds of questions to the lab assistants. You can always spot him when he stands up in the class and answer the questions put forth during the lectures. A virtual womanizer who has the information about almost every girl in the institute but never did he pull up the courage to talk to the ladies he fantasizes about. Obnoxious, this guy’s selfishness can be reflected in the way he maintains his notes. He writes two notes in a day, one he writes in the class and the other in his room to be given to his classmates with the content reduced. A Blind Bhakt and a Rattu Popat, he memorizes everything starting from basic punctuation to the brief history of the girls he comes across in social networking sites. Probably the only one who wakes up at around 5 A.M. and spends the early hours studying. He is the center of joke in the class and not even a single day goes by without his childish tantrums.
Prateek Rout Prateek Rout aka Mote, is frequently seen rushing in the campus through the winds on his two wheeler. He can impress and can convince anyone with his communication skills. Being an active member and secretary of Leo club, managerial skills have always come naturally to him. He can be seen mugging up during the day before exams to such an extent that not a single point or their order will be missed. Having a solution to any situation, this guy is one to look in the times of need. Always known to be helping others, he is also famous for being a food lover. From Backpost wali mausi to Polaris wale Sardar, he is a regular customer and acquainted personality to almost every food stall and hotel in Rourkela. The ever jolly Prateek is down to earth and polite to the people. Marks are not an index of the mind has been his motivation and hence he spends most of his time in extra-curricular activities. He is a huge fan of TV series like F.R.I.E.N.D.S and Suits. With infinite crazy memories that he spent here at his alma mater, he surely had an amazing 4 years stay at this second home..
Basava Vishal Naidu Basava Vishal Naidu aka motu, an ambitious, erudite, witty guy hailing from Godavari valley is one of the most beloved persons among his contemporaries. His walk resembles a sumo wrestler entering into the ring. Eating food and witty sarcasm are the things he is most passionate about. With all the black humorous names for the mess items, seriously you can’t find a guy who loves mess food so much and he is so consistent about the mess timings. Apart from that, he is affined towards his branch and a true GMAT. He strives very hard to achieve his life goals and his determination is an inspiration to many. Tremendous changes have been observed in his personality both physically and mentally. He is a child at heart, but also an IAS aspirant who dreams to change the course of the nation. It may sound too gasconading, he is also known for his superhuman sporting abilities in badminton beleaguering the juniors and heart-throb of queues of girls. We can publish a book on his punch lines because he never fails to spread smiles using them. Kind-hearted and an avid persuader of people for treats for no reason, he usually attends his friends’ birthday parties for the cake. His smartness and his brain fetched him a PPO in TATA STEEL.
Manoj Kumar Nayak Manoj Kumar Nayak, aka Manjo, bhokila manja is famous for being a 64 kg lean guy transformed into a solid 94 kg guy. Before coming to this institute, he was an athlete but the undying love for the mess food transformed him into a great food lover. He always eats irrespective of the emotion he is in, be it sad or be it happy, be it angry or be it emotional. His appetite is larger than the 3 persons’ put together and is a regular customer of night canteen and day canteen in hostels. He showcases his dance skills only when DJ is played during hall functions or celebrity nights. Most of his B.Tech life is spent in preparing for Civil Services Exams, listening to old Odiya songs and of course EATING. He starts preparing for exams at the beginning of each semester, but neglects as the exams approach. The only TV serial he knows is 'Crime Petrol' on Sony. He is serious about his responsibilities. When it comes to friendship, he takes care of every need of his friends and he is also dependable.
Pulack Ranjan Nayak Pulack Ranjan Nayak aka “Pulka”, this fellow has a unique personality of being a true follower. He never takes pride of leading people but rather takes pleasure in following them and that too till the very end. He is a rare breed of individual, who can befriend anyone, starting from mess workers to the professors. Going beyond the common stereotype of greeting someone with a “Good Morning”, he has a unique habit of saluting anyone with a “Namaskar”, starting from the HRs of a company to the workers of a mine. He never leaves a stone unturned when it comes to the matters of friendship. Whether it is advising you before an important matter, or settling crisis the men’s way, Pulack is your muscle, brain and heart. This innocent guy from Damanjodi always lands himself up in troubles a lot more often than not due to his easy going ways. These incidents range from faking his medical leaves to his fleeting sense of anger and blind belief in friends. Sometimes you can find him flying as high as kite & sometimes crawling on the ground like a crocodile. Whatever turns this life may bring, he is always up for adventurous plans. A true Leo by heart, his legacy of smiling at odds, will be definitely missed.
Biswajit Pradhan Biswajit Pradhan aka “Biswajit”, probably everyone knows “Biswajit” means “Conqueror of the world”, but what people don’t know, our “Biswajit” is not particularly interested in conquering the “world”, he prefers to conquer “sleep” and already conquered it and is lazy. Let’s put it in another way: you must be familiar with the quote of Mr. Bill Gates 'I choose a lazy person to do a hard job, because a lazy person will find an easy way to do it.' Well poor Bill will find it extremely difficult to convince him to even take up the job. Exams have a very little impact on him and this guy starts reading two hours before the exam. Coming to other aspects of Biswajit, when he is not sleeping, you can find him in his room watching “Anime”, playing games on computer. If you ask him what he has learnt in these four years of his engineering life, he may say that ‘how he mastered sleep’ and learning about East Asian languages, thanks to watching countless Anime and Manga. He is too simple, kind and highly talented person who is least bothered about the happenings around in his life.
Neelabh Abhishek Neelabh Abhishek aka Neelaabh is a tall, handsome person with a typical Bihari accent. Hailing from a department with lowest possible sex ratio, this guy easily finds his way with anyone and is heart throb for many girls. The most difficult thing to bear about him is his name since the pronunciation is different from the spelling. He gets irritated if someone pronounces it incorrectly and stresses on the syllable in such cases. Emotional by nature, he keeps most of the things to himself unshared. He loses his cool within seconds and has had many arguments with his peers and with his electronics professor in his early years of engineering. He loves to travel with his friends and spends time hanging out, engaging in long conversations. He has had many memorable incidents like roller coaster rides on autos, long drives and funny pranks on his friends. He is curious and you can always find him experimenting on new things. His guts motivate people many a times and he says that life is what happens when we move out of our comfort zones. A love guru and motivational advisor to his peers, he is a best companion one should have during both good and bad times.
Rahul Bansal Rahul Bansal aka Bansal is a handsome, smart, silent, polite and peace loving person. Hailing from Rourkela, this guy is a dynamic and multi-talented Marwari. A businessman by blood, this guy has his own startup up and running at a very young age. He is straight forward and never failed to give honest judgements and witty comments. He is good orator and always thinks out of the box. He is a very practical man and has a good control over his state of mind and thoughts. This guy is a real diplomat possessing unique capabilities of extracting favors from everyone and sometimes even out of a stone. Behind his extremely polite and sweet words, there lies a strategic and tactical brain carefully choosing and continuously filtering the words. He has got a common engineering attitude of being unproductive by spending quite lot of time idle. Mostly found out of the classrooms and is always late to the class. He has got his own space of thinking and working, A very good friend for those are worthy of his friendship and one can rely on him in the hour of need..
Chevva Thejeswar Reddy Chevva Thejeswar Reddy aka Reddy garu. He’s the one whose words reaches farther than the realm of authority, whose humility stands atop his modesty, whose hands open up to help anyone in need and mysteriously someone who has long history of unsuccessful attempts at doing something most boys do single heartedly. He is a confident and strong authoritarian and founder of one of the largest start-ups on campus namely ROGO. From having a boy-next-door attitude , to the founder of a humongous start-up, and the best placement co-ordinator for his branch, he is the person who has been there and done that. An adventurous person at heart, he is up for any kind of crazy plan that comes his way. A hyderabadi biryani freak ,he likes to indulge himself with it in a royal fashion. The best marketing mind of the batch, he just needs to step in a interview to crack it. Unperturbed by what goes on in lectures during the semesters he can pull of perfect scores with just a night before exams. An avid cricket player, he never ceases a chance to play the bat. His versatility, agility and his quality of balancing work and gossip at the same time makes him a good company at all times. With a dream job and a start-up under his wings, he has probably made the most of his 4 years ! We wish him and his start-up all the luck to achieve greater heights.
Nisha Gupta Nisha Gupta aka Miss Singaporean is the only girl in the Mining Engineering Department and many people wonder about this fact. She is an extreme selfie addict, who’s got a very miserable knowledge when it comes to geography. This tiny puny "kanpuriya" has got the determination of NapolÊon Bonaparte and never failed to achieve her targets. She is a caring and supportive friend who saved many from derailment in the journey of her undergrad life. Famous for being a chatterbox, no one can stop her from talking continuously when she starts a topic and sometimes it goes on for hours. She loves long bike-rides and a tea addict where the cup count goes beyond 10 sometimes. This girl always tries to show off her skills in Singlish. She has developed a psychology that tea is good for her stomach and throat. Nisha is the only person from her department who bagged an internship abroad. She is passionate about Badminton and made her way into the institute team. She has an odd sleeping schedule and always comes late to the class. Anyone can recognize this girl from her unique walking style, extending side locks and a dynamic voice. She is trustworthy and one can trust her with their secrets.
Rakesh Kumar Nayak Rakesh Kumar Nayak aka Rocky is one of the toppers of the mining department. He is a pro in Counter Strike, Rummy and hailing everyone in the department. He can spend hours discussing a particular topic and loves the debating sessions. His phone and he are so bonded that he cared for his phone more than his own life during one of his auto toppling incident. He possesses a good skill set but fails to utilize it due to his habit of laziness. Having ancestral bonds with Coal India, this guy from Talcher has extreme grasping powers and good memory. He is one of the active members of his own group of friends who call themselves The Alia Boys. His PPT has become one of the relics of the mining department since this guy presented on the same topic as part of assignments in different subjects. This bigmouth has got a pretty loud voice, even his whispers can disturb a nerd sitting in the first bench. Despite having dreams to work in his home town, he bagged a prestigious job in Vedanta.
Dibyanshu Shekhar Bhoi Dibyanshu Shekhar Bhoi aka Motu is probably one of the cutest guys of the department with a perfect combination of chubby cheeks, rosy lips and fair complexion. Masked himself in innocent looks, he is famous for his one liner punches when mocked. He is in a complicated relationship with his laptop spending most of his time with it watching TV series and playing games. He is a religious reader of 9gag articles and filled with witty and satirical comments. This guy is strictly against reservation and always manages to slip his tongue in most unlikely of places. He is found sleeping in some of the weirdest positions a person can ever sleep. He has a sort of enigmatic love for AK-47. Bring a topic on terrorism; you can hear him mentioning AK-47 at least once in the discussion. His hysterical laughter upon the smallest things compels everyone around him to laugh empathically. A guy with a fabulously pleasurable demeanor, his attitude fits in the brackets of adorable and endearingly social lot. A loving friend, a carefree person, one such person is a must in your friend circle.
Nishant Kumar Nishant Kumar aka Ninni, probably the tallest guy in the batch, enters last in the class often after the professors. He can be easily identified in the crowd due to his peculiar Bihari accent. Most suitable companion in both enjoyment and grief, a must have element of the group. This guy constantly pulls legs of his batch mates but very helpful when it comes to times of need. He is pretty cool and friendly person whom you will find engrossed in his own rhythm and beats. Even more, he is exceptionally tenderhearted and compassionate person. He is such person you would want to trust no matter what. Even your weirdest secrets are safe with him. During exam times he goes to all his friends who are teaching and sits with each one of them for some time and finally gets confused in the end. On the top of that, he doesn’t get intoxicated but everyone enjoys his company and call him a “party animal”. A complete badass when it comes to GPL sessions. He is known to be a cool rapper amongst his friends, especially with Punjabi songs. Studying is not of particular interest to him but he is a hard worker. Friends call him “Adidas” and it takes only a glance to prove that. He is the core element of a perfect buddy group.
Subhendu Pradhan Subhendu Pradhan aka Kallu, hails from beautiful lands of West Bengal. He is lazy, irresponsible and always runs short on money. He usually tries copying the swag of Hollywood celebrities but ends up fooling himself in front of his friends. Having the knowledge of his irresponsibility and laziness, his neighbors get calls from his parents to wake him up. He is very fond of cricket but is a complete amateur at it. One fine evening, when he is having a dinner at Joz with his friends, a random guy called him “chotu” and asked him to bring an extra plate. That look on his face was priceless and his friends still make fun of him remembering that funniest moment. He is a Desi Tharki and hits on every girl he comes across the social networking sites. He is very careless and always presumes things to go around but it doesn't happen always. His mood is always enlightened and he is a child at heart. He is a very good person and helps out his friends at some cost, probably a chicken roll, maggi or a cup of tea..
Tanmaya Kumar Patra Tanmaya Kumar Patra aka Tommy is an extremely indolent person hailing from the mining city of Jajpur. An introvert, he spends most of his time with his closest of peers. Funny, but he is usually silent in large groups. He is dependable and is always the center of many jokes among his friends. Takes things lightly, but gets serious when it comes to his life situations. His friends wear an extra pair of garments to save themselves from the pain of his epic GPL sessions. His world revolves around YouTube for information and he rarely chooses other search engines. He is famous as CEO of Alia Boys, a gang cum organization formed by his friends, where they sit together doing nothing but share their satirical wisdom. A fake touter, he says he is one of the best boxers and can defeat the UFC champion, Rounda Rousey. This guy can take up any hypothetical concept and can convince you to believe his own version of the story. He bets on various things but never fulfils the conditions of the bet after losing it. When you need that extra player to complete your team, Tommy is your best bet in various games.
Ritesh Kumar Padhi "Ritesh Padhi", Well probably none would have heard the name “Ritesh” (Probably even he hasn’t), because from professors to friends, everybody knows him as “Padhi”. A true-blue Dhoni fan, this guy’s successes on and off the cricket field can make any maverick feel a tad-bit jealous. This good–looking rascal is pretty regular to the gym but his thin thighs don’t build any muscles. It’s nearly unbelievable, as how can someone watch a complete season of Game of Thrones a day before exam, which one has not studied even once and still manage a D (all kudos to “THE TEACHER"). This boy next door is a splendid combination of a perfect roast-master , in-famous flirt , diehard WWE fan, self proclaimed foodie and belligerent drunk ( the kind hard to find ).He is your go-to friend for all kinds of situations- whether you are feeling low, or when you need a party-animal. If you can’t get along with this guy then probably there is something wrong with you. With his genuine honest nature and a penchant for doing everything the smart way, there is hardly any doubt that this dude from Sambalpur is going to scale greater heights. We wish him all the very best for his future!!
Sanjeev Kumar Patra A very welcoming and affable guy, this guy can charm friendship for leaps and bounds to whomsoever he may come across. In as much as the king size heart of this lad the generosity lavished on his peers even seems so imperceptible by his standards as it is evident from his everlasting presence felt in raising the roof for his chums in their participation in any sort of event. Not only popular among his peers this man seems to have his aura felt across even the M.Tech and PhD guys because of his garrulous nature and his never ending grin. Very expansive by attribute, even his cubicle in NIT seems so palatial on weekends and even on some weekdays crammed like sardines by his whole range of friends messed up by drinks and delectable foods cooked by him, thanks to his skill of a professional chef. His gift of gab is his superb trait but his cooking skills is just like the cherry on the top. May all his dreams come true!!!
Akella Siva Durga Phani Akella Shiva Durga Phani, ASDP, is a good-looking, above six feet, adorable person who believes in bonds and one who will make your problems his own and support you like a parent. He grooves to the high-energy Bollywood and Tollywood numbers and also is an ardent listener of Carnatic music. Pass by C-top of Hall 5 and you will definitely hear him singing or listening to songs with a variety of speakers. Hailing from a Telugu Brahmin family, he follows the rituals well and at the same time condemns the illogical practices. An introvert by nature, he will come off as a non-talkative, shy person at first but once he is comfortable with you, every day is a party! He loves hanging out with his friends all the time of every day and has always has a plan brewing in his head to go out and eat good food. But when Dalma is served at the mess, you just cannot make him miss it. A gizmo-freak, he has a good knowledge on gadgets and keeps on changing his mobile phone (read really expensive mobile phone) once in a while. A sportsperson and Cricket lover, his love for Sehwag is unparalled. He is that person who cannot see anyone suffering and cannot let any wrong happening. To make any situation fun-filled and lively, he would say ‘dadadadaladidam!’
Shrikanth S The omniscient guy of the branch who always sits in the last bench , but learns more than the first benchers could be none other than "Shrikanth". Not only zealous while mocking the profs but he has the pragmatism in his arguments besides having the audacity enough to accost with the faculties for rectifying the issues. But, this “Mallu� guy from Kochin is much more than what he is generally known for- "A brainy guy" or "A football player". He is an awesome guy with an impossibly cool attitude towards life who always sees the best in his buddies. This rhapsodic "ManU" fan is also an avid football player with an undying passion for the game .Having the capability of taking charge of a situation when needed, made him the glorious captain of the NITR football team. In spite of being endowed with talents he is the most approachable humble person one will ever meet. He strives not for glory or power but only for satisfaction and happiness in life. To sum it up, he is the exact definition of impeccable. We wish him all the luck and success!!!
Dibya Sankar Mohanty Dibya a.k.a "Lover Boy", "Bolt", "Speedster" is one the most popular guy among the sports fraternity of NIT Rourkela. Hailing from cuttack, he is prouder than "Hitler" of his origins. The evergreen grin on his face will make your day. An ardent lover of odia movies and album songs. A self proclaimed Chelsea Fan, a great entertainer , who never dissapoints you with his performance on and off the field. Being known for his devastating six hitting abilities, this guy can give you tough time with the pace and bounce he generates from a cricket ball. He is the one who uses social media and dating apps to it's fullest. Even bunks classes to talk with his girlfriend (which changes every semester). Ironically he having romanced umpteen no. of girls hasn't gotten in to a single love affair at NIT. A love guru for his friends and a stalker of girls. A guy with great sense of humor, a foodie and a friend who stands by you throughout any situations. May god bestow his blessings and all his dreams come true!!! "May the force be with you"
Lagnajit Das Ability is what you are capable of doing, Motivation determines what you do & Attitude determines how well you do it. Such a vehement attitude is what makes Lagnajit one of the paladins of NIT RKL. With an obliging nature, tender feelings for others and conscientious attribute, he has become quite a prevailing figure in the entire campus. Being an ardent follower of Salman Khan, Lagnajit exemplifies the need to be yourself without caring about what the world thinks. A happy go lucky person at all times, he can easily be described as an epitome of friendship always longing to help his friends. He is absolutely passionate about his dreams and come what may, he is ready to fight against insurmountable odds to achieve it. He has stroke it rich in his college career and for sure he is going to attain a lot of opulence in future.
Rahul Bairwa "Live life king size", this is what best suits Rahul. Usually found in the back benches of classroom and obviously in "Back-post". Getting in a debate with him one of the worst mistake any one can do. Hailing from the land of maharajas, this guy can make u dance in his own tune. Metallurgy may not of his cup of tea. But he sure has unmatchable entrepreneur skills and abilities. He can have any work done with limited number of resources. He is that guy who never gives a damn about what going on. A great friend to hang around, a true cricket fan and a great entertainer. we wish him all the very best for his future endeavour!!
Ajith Krishnan Mr. Mallu, "A Leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way". That was him, our "THADIYAN"(The Fatty Guy)- A love-child of Mahatma Gandhi and Mother Teresa, a great singer ("pardesi pardesi"), with BUGS BUNNY(World-winner) as his Idol. The founder of “GAS Technology” in department exam papers which led him to develop and formulate new theories in the examination hall. Being an active member of ‘Trishul’ often he received a lot more than expected which escalated his consciousness to a whole new level (pun intended). There are people who eat to live, then there is Ajith who lives to eat! Not only his attire, white Dhoti and black shirt with black duplicate RayBan, is unique and distinguishable but also his Malayali laced Hindi, which has its own script and pronounciations. With utmost ‘dedication’ towards Leo Club, he has unparalleled love for parties and mostly Nescafe. It won’t be wrong to say that Nescafe is famous for him and his ‘so-called partner’ as you can find him there all day around. He loves to hold the tag line of ‘Thug Life’ in any work he does. A ‘Yaaron ka Yaar’, has always lend his helping hand to all seniors, juniors and friends (except when he is busy at Nescafe). Being an active member of SAC, he believes this has laid a foundation within him to reach his ambition of becoming a politician. Wishing him a very good luck for his future and Bro, keep your GAS spreading because that’s who you are. Hope you keep redefining ‘Thug Life’.
Akash Ranjan Pradhan Sometimes we need someone to simply be there – not to fix anything or do anything but simply be there – and if you are looking for “that” someone, look no further, meet “Munna or Prdhanjee”, one of the most amicable personality you will ever come across in your life. This man is always in search of company, even for the slightest of his work, starting from going to the mess or even to the loo. He will be your partner in your petty crimes as well as in your sorrows, a true friend indeed, he is famous for his struggle to find his daily life items (mostly sandals). Although being highly sensitive to light and sound, even the faintest of these stimuli is enough to break his sleep. Whenever you are in the need of some entertainment, you just have to pay a visit to this guy. In four years of his stay, you can seldom find him in his own room. Always known for his impeccable contacts, this fantastic CS player has a group in every hall (except hall 6, of course). Basically, he can be called the Kevin Bacon of NITR: 6 degrees of Akash Pradhan. It is rightly said “Beauty captures the eye, but personality captures the heart”- he suffers from a rare communicable disease of radiating happiness and nobody is to be blamed when people adore him for his ebullient nature. May he continue to succeed in his future endeavors.
Amish Kumar Nandan Amish has now come to be called as ‘Master Babu’. As calculative as he is, makes him one of the most sorted guy you will probably come across. His honesty and trustworthy being makes him a favourite among his friends. Though he is soft-spoken, he tends to share his opinion if the need may arise. This sensitive individual appreciates beauty in its natural form and has an aptitude to care about nature. His sincerity and dedication towards every job that he undertakes has made him the professors’ beloved. Being very serious about his future he deals with every hard-hitting situation very prudently. Mostly found in his room spending time with his laptop, this lean guy has still managed to keep his activities a secret. From being soft to the ones he loves to a monster for whoever dares to tease him, he is one of a kind. We wish our kind-hearted ‘Master babu’ to achieve his dream of being a successful politician.
Anurag Mishra a.k.a - Chota Don (the DON of Meta, bhale hi Chota), Bajirao - Therapist, the ESTINNO guy. A guy with one clear vision about Love: “Love is neither Created nor Destroyed. It only transfers from one Girl to other”. Being one of the Young Entrepreneurs, he not only wanted to build a company but to make India one of the global leaders in terms of manufacturing. His journey of being an entrepreneur started from the first semester, and sleepless nights and loads of proxy in the class made him one of the youngest LIMCA BOOK OF RECORDS holder for his own invention: “World Smallest Washing Machine”. This guy has not seen the sun before 10 am. ‘Jab aakh khuli tabhi subah’. He should also have a record in the LIMCA BOOK for sleeping. You can expect his call in the Girls Hostel at night before exam asking for the syllabus, yet he manages to pass by jugaad. He hardly takes bath, in order to conserve the water for those people who have scarcity of it (really very kind of him). Bearing an attitude that shuts the boldest in everyone, his mischievous junoon never stops which has gifted him an F.I.R. The most royal thing about him is the impression he creates with the farzi RayBans and Fastracks. With the rolling wheels of Avenger and black FZ, he stands up, like a fighter-head held high, thanks to Woodland shoes. Wishing him and his Company, ESTINNO to fly high and achieve whatever he wished for.
Arnik Khillar Every professor in the department knows him. Yes, we are talking about the Arnik Khillar; the so-called Raja bhai. He is the laziest but the most skillful person of our department. He doesn't care about attendance. This guy finds his ingenious way out of every aberrant situation. Whether it be a grade back or debar, this guy has the immense talent of convincing the professors with his glib talking skill. He is found often on the brink of getting debarred, but every time manages to get away with good grades. This proud 7 pointer is one among the few who has a core job in the batch. He might be the only student of our department to know all the academic rules and keeps us up to date with it. In any difficult situation, he happens to be the benevolent, go-to-man for his friends & helps them irrespective of how busy he is. He is a man’s man & knows ways that helps us entice any girl. He is sincere with his efforts concerning his career. We hope he comes up with flying colors and wish him all the very best for his career. Buddy u r one-of-a-kind, and for-sure u will achieve what u have been dreaming of( Bits-Hyd tales ;) )
Bhola Kumar Kharwar Aka “Bholu” is a very amiable person. The self-proclaimed don has his contacts ranging from top brass to security guards. So if you got any problem then he is certainly the man whom you should visit. Bhola with his witty oneliners can certainly put life into any boring class. This exuberant guy never misses to make his presence felt be it in class or a party. One of his trademark dialogues- “Oye pagle”. He has promised his cronies to organise a party for them where he himself shall be the cook (Bhola we all are still waiting for it). It is really hard to predict if he has ever seen sun rise. Certainly he is one of the last persons to enter into the class and is highly popular owing to his myriad proxies. This typical staunch Bihari has a strong inclination towards politics and is waiting eagerly to take part in an election. So we wish our Netaji all the best for his future.
Brajesh Ranjan Mr. Brajesh Ranjan aka ‘Baba’. Irrespective of A.M. or P.M. one can always find him watching Hindi TV series or movies in his room with an assortment of sweets on his bed. He listens to all kind of music including bhakti songs. Basically, he keeps a simple profile on campus but has aspirations to do great and innovative things. His knowledge on politics is impeccable. One can’t dare to challenge him during a conversation about his field of interest. He can share everything but sweets. Free from all desires for productive life he just prefers to have a simple and happy life. So as this theist is about to enter into the chakaravhyu of the corporate world, May GOD guide him in all of his future endeavors.
CherUkuriSaketh Suhasan Saketh suhasan (aka saki) is a guy who is casual yet elegant in every approach. Known for his looks, style and puts even girls to shame when it comes to shopping. His expertise in Counter strike and Need for speed (Most wanted) is well known and feared. A CS freak, going by the name of Dominate-Irresistible in the virtual world, he has a knack for indulging in friendly fire, for which he eventually gets kicked out of the server. Lesser known fact about him is that he is a good dancer and can embarrass you on the dance floor. His only regret is his delicate physique and it’s his life long quest to gain sizeable weight and muscle. This lad is a hopeless romantic; you can find him listening to romantic songs or texting on whatsapp in his room. One memorable incident that would forever be etched in our minds is when he unknowingly made a cameo in a short film. He has an impish charm which many find attractive and spontaneity is one of his coolest assets. His love for his hometown Vizag is sincere and inexplicable as he strictly believes it to be the best city in India. A true friend who is always ready to cheer you up, a great companion to have and a friend who would be cherished forever. We hope finds success in his future endeavors.
D. Hiteshrao Patra Having a name representing all the states in India, D. Hitesh Rao Patra is lovingly called Bajirao (though has no Mastani or Kashibai in his life :P). He is greatly admired and respected amongst his peers but more importantly trolled for his ever melodious baritone. His ability to lie on your face with the greatest of confidence and immaculate perfection, even making you doubt Google, easily overshadows the ability of the fictional character Pinocchio. Only instead of his nose, his stomach grows infinitely large with every lie. But this guy is sure to win over your hearts with his charming smile and simplicity. Being crazy about flipkart, amazon; he has the price tag of every product etched in his memory. He is always hungry and manages to get his share from every room in the neighbourhood. Whether those fast deliveries whizzing past the batsman or those effortless shots in badminton which he can play all day without even lifting his feet, truly our buoy can do it all and be a sporting idol for many of those budding juniors irrespective of the sport. (Pun intended bro :P) This guy is a savior for his friends when it comes about assignments, classes and exams. He is always in the good impression of the teacher’s handbook and has a big heart when it comes to accepting the jokes cracked on him. An open minded guy, he believes in living his life to the fullest and doesn’t care about what people think of him. Having a very high mental strength, he never reflects his emotions or grievances and is not easily deterred by his shortcomings.
David Livingstone David Livingstone or more famously ‘Daveedu jeevarathnam’ and ‘livi’ is one of those people who are absolutely and irrevocably in love with their name. His calm demeanour, ability to be a part of solution for any problem and cheerful nature make him popular among those around him. A great believer in God, he never misses an opportunity to go to church and nor does he give up his Sunday sabbatical no matter what. Unknown to many, he is also a good singer, has penned down a few songs and can also play guitar and keyboard. He is the perfect example of a person sleeping like a log because there have been occurances of his sleeping for the entire day and waking up on the next. He turns into a tutor during the exams and many of his friends owe a part of their CGPA to him. He is an excellent gamer and no one can match his skills in counter strike (sarcasm intended). He worked as a sports secretary for the institute in his third year and has done some notable work in the sports fest. David is a great friend who you can depend on at all times, he is a great motivator who can talk for hours together-so much that you forget about your problem. His famous quote for life is BE GOOD, DO GOOD THEN GOD WILL DO THE REST.
Gitesh Gautam Lovingly called Juuz by his friends, this soft-spoken guy is one of those rare Biharis. With an essence of music running down his veins, he welcomed eminent variety in this frame taking a flip from being a traditional tabla player to a novel guitarist. He is famous for his 'don’t give a shit’ attitude and external factors rarely deter him when he has set his mind on something. This hardcore ‘sallu bhai’ fan has ‘o o jaane jana’ on the top of his playlist and ‘bhai ki movie aayi hai’ is music to his ears. In awe of bhai’s body, this self obsessed guy hits the gym once in a while. No matter how hard he tries to present himself as the macho bhaijaan, there is still a hint of gentleness hovering his face. He is one of those reserved guys who are friends with very few people but those few are his all-time besties who he cares for. We wish him a very good luck to carry his crystal clear disposition ahead for all his future endeavors.
Gudala Sagar Goud Gudala Sagar Goud, aka guddu, is a fun loving and a charming person (especially with girls around) with a flair for all things classy (more often than not turning into a style advisor for hostel mates). His love for chicken puts even romeo-juliet love story to shame. He brings ethnic diversity to the infamous “Intoxicated Mile” group (although he is a misfit due to his noncompliance to intoxication). He is a dependable friend whom you would want around during all ups and downs in life except when you are on the receiving end of a GPL. From being an ISM convener to star player of Institute Kabaddi team, he has done it all. He is quite famous among his peer groups for leadership qualities and sense of responsibility. He has a penchant for taking selfies even at odd places and odd times; however this obsession of his has resulted in a lot of memorable candid pictures. He is considered akin to ‘Barney Stinson’ by his friends and is needless to mention that it is usual to find him ever busy texting girls (P.S. It’s never the same girl). This uber cool guy rarely takes things seriously but, if he considers the work as his responsibility, he would put in his complete effort to make sure it’s perfectly done. He considers it a sin to say ‘no’ to his friends and is ever ready to help them financially and emotionally. In the hope that his life turns out to be ‘legend-wait-forit-dary’, cheers to Sagar!
Gundu Prudhvi Raj Gundu Prudhvi Raj a.k.a gundu or razz is a perfect example for don’t judge a book by its cover. People who do not know him might assume that he is shy, serious and a no nonsense person but those of us who know him would vouch that he is none of the above. He is a fun person to hang out with, cracks up people around him with his witty one liners and is famous for his ‘Humse na ho payega’ speeches on the night before exams. His room is a hangout for all his friends and not a day goes by when his room isn’t crowded for his batchmates. He is the go-to person for any laptop related issues and considers himself as a laptop doctor, his famous line being- “I am better at code than core”. Long drives with him are a no-no among his friends because he suffers from acute car sickness which ends up in him puking. He is a movie buff and there is not a movie or series that hasn’t been already watched and rated by him. His love for food is well known among his peer group and so is his inability to give a successful proxy- many a times he has been caught by the teacher or has forgotten to give the call at the right time. He is ever ready to help his friends out and a dependable mate!
Gurleen Sandhu Goldie, famous for his charisma and behavior has a deep knowledge on almost every concerned subject, especially about mobile phones. He loves his phone more than himself and often can be found tapping his mini-tab or playing video games. The avid music lover that he is, you can always find him with his headphones on. He might be the only Punjabi we know who doesn’t speak Punjabi. Be it any problem, he knows how to face the situation with confidence and a smile. In his own words, "life is like a mirror, when we give it a shot; it pays us back maybe not at that moment, but when it can hit us hard with a perfect timing at the perfect situation". Behind these words of wisdom, lies a boy who is still accompanied everywhere by his father. He can be very reliable as a friend but is not very good at keeping secrets, which comes in handy from his habit of constant chattiness. Our classes seem calm and incomplete without his ceaseless comments after every word that our professors utter. Sometimes he becomes this over caring friend who consoles you when you are low and kind a reminds you of your mom. This party beast always has a zeal for “aaj kuch toofani kartein hain”; but there were times he took it way too seriously which ended up leaving him with a broken ankle.
Harsha Vykunta Nicknames: Vyku, Harsha , Ongole gittha, milk boy.. This royal Richie from Ongole, Andhra Pradesh is one among the few guys in the institute who remain a teetotaller in their Btech. He prefers drinking litres and litres of milk in the night canteen instead of pegs of whiskey, vodka, beer or rum at the Polaris. Eat, Sleep and repeat is his favourite slogan which he has been successful in implementing all these years. He loves sleeping to an extent that he famously missed out an exam in the first year as he was busy sleeping. Upon being asked if there was anything more important than eating in this world, his reply would be “You mean like Sleeping?” . Photography is one thing that has captured his interest. He is the present Vice President of the Third eye photography club and is an active member of the Cinematics club. He is the official photographer for all department related functions and parties in his peer group. One can often find him running around during fests clicking pictures with his DSLR. He is an ardent fan of all the Apple products and can afford upgrading a 4S to 6S+. He loves gadgets, is up to date with the latest technology and also owns a Nvedia shield. A gaming freak, he owns a play station and a 17’ monitor in his room which is a sacred lair for all gamers. Parties without him are boring and awkward as he is the heart of our friends group.
Jyoti Prakash AKAs- Donor, dk, chusa, santu, dkbose, Jordan, our very own Bruce Wayne, whose frequent abroad voyages is a proof of his lavish lifestyle. Goes without a surname, annoying at times, entertaining others, this guy will back out silently in any argument and often fuels the environment to enjoy a real-life WWE match. This Cuttackia is a cricket freak with an awesome taste for food, music and girls. A theist which is evident from the walls of his room which is filled with photos of gods and goddesses (holly, bolly, tolly- all can be seen alongside). He is the extremely suave and amiable playboy of metallurgy; there is not a single “single” girl who has not accepted his friend request. A famous guy on the social network with a whooping 2k+ plus and still growing friends with a die-hard fans following all his activities in twitter and instagram. He is, perhaps, the only guy in his group who hasn't yet had any serious 'beef' with anyone. His CS gaming sense is almost impeccable. He is extremely calm and composed. He is the MVP in amateur cricket league since he is good in all three departments. This might come as a surprise to many, but he is actually quite knowledgeable about metallurgy and keeps hiding this fact from everyone. With a rare combination of intelligence and exuberance, he has a long way to go in the future.
Jyoti Prakash Jena Jyoti Prakash Jena is a go so humble, that you are sure to miss him easily. Jyoti is a damn lazy fellow, whose level of procrastination is of epic proportions. He never indulges in unhealthy ways such as, smoking, taking alcohol, idling away time.He is a different kind of a guy who possess the skill to keep track of all the new apps concerning recharge shopping with the sole aim of getting discount and the moment you meet him . A great friend, who does things ranging from carrying a drunken room-mate to his bed, fetching Maggi from the night canteen during semester exams on demand, Jyoti ‘genuinely’ revels in the spotlight of his friends. A teetotaler, Jyoti is the first person to congratulate you on your victory, and the first to advise you when calamity strikes. Underrated highly, he possesses a strong inclination towards right wing politics. A fluent political analyst hailing from a somber environment, the happiness Jyoti radiates among a group of friends, is an achievement in itself. As he is about to start his professional career we wish him all the best.
Jyoti Ranjan Mahakul Chhotu, as he is known among his friends, completely justifies the name given to him. Being one of the coolest people you will ever meet, he believes in enjoying life to the fullest. Owing to his mellow voice, this guy will always be there to soothe you with his songs. Not only that, he has a knack for writing songs as well and can definitely entertain you with his dance moves which is why, he is righteously called the ‘chhota packet bada dhamaka’. This altruist is an easy guy to approach and rest assured that he would certainly help you. His kind hearted nature has landed him the privilege of being friendzoned by all the girls. The social person that he is, you’ll never find him alone. Very expressive of his feelings, he lets you console him effortlessly and it is actually fun to see how facile it is to make him laugh. He accepts criticism with the same humbleness that he takes praises and it is wonderful to see the strength and courage that he brings on with himself. Wishing him a great success ahead, we hope he finds euphony in his soulful life.
Kundan Kumar Kundan Kumar aka kancha is a quite laid back guy with a great dislike for procrastination. He listens more and speaks less but is often called upon by his friends at their time of need. Famous as the perfect dispute settler, he can always resolve any disagreement to the satisfaction of both parties. It is exceptionally easy for him to make new friends. His devil-may-care attitude is well expressed by his famous quote ‘kya fark padta hai’. Kancha is extremely calm and composed. But if you ever try to piss him off, then you are doomed. One of the most hardworking individuals you will come across, Kundan has an aptitude for learning something new. The only thing that he cannot compromise with is his sleep. Always a go-toperson for his friends, he makes it a point to help whoever is in need. We would like to wish him all the luck in the world.
Manaswini Chinara Smiling through her "Shah Rukh Khan" eyes, MANU the PJ Queen is a person to undo the gloom. Known for her modesty and kindness, easily quizzing her way through her flair for world affairs and their ilk, she effortlessly pleases you with her trademark oneliners. The cleanliness freak with her spick and span room is ironically also known for her affinity towards bare Manganese ores. She is known for "Spectre"like aura when it comes to updated metallurgy. She follows every rule but knows when to break them. This literature enthusiast is going to be the best spoiler if she has read something you haven’t. Wellknown for the common room of almost entire hostel she is the most hospitable girl ever. The department owes her salute for last minute (literally) help in explanations. Mothergirlfriendsisterroommate all in one. In two words she is - endless patience. One often wonders how she can put up with everything with the same kind of composure. Her notes and assignments are a master copy for almost the entire class; she also double-times as a tutor during the exams. She can sit through the night patting a sick friend’s head. Be it early morning train or midnight mathematics doubt, she will always be there for you. The medicine supplier of the corridor works dedicatedly towards her goals. But, she hasn’t been able to answer yet “whether Harvey Specter is cuter or Mike Ross”.
Md Mushraful Islam This Assam guy is the canniest person you will ever meet. Being called the Guitar pro, he is one hell of a guitarist who has proved Einstein wrong by playing guitar faster than the speed of light. Moreover, his sweet voice will make you wonder his legitimacy here, given the fact that he has least interest in metallurgy. Having no fear of F grades or project extension, he happens to be the one from whom anyone should take last night exam preparation tips. After his guitar love, comes his love for sleep followed by counter strike. He also happens to be a great badminton player and he considers himself the self-made mechanic. Unscrewing everything that he finds appealing, whether it be the electric circuit board or his laptop, he has the ability to join them back together. Usually found playing clash of clans, he doesn’t need a particular time to do so. If you wait enough to make him realize of his mistake, you would encounter the endless line of apology following. Owing to his great sense of humor, you will never get bored in his company. We hope he continues to amaze people with his extravagant co-curricular skills and wish him all the best for his future.
Natraj Sahoo Nataraj aka "Natty" is a techie, spends all hours on laptop except his second best hobby 'sleeping'. If you want to be a billionaire don’t rob a bank, instead just ask Natty while he is asleep. Having a typical Angul accent he is soft-spoken yet bold, trust-worthy, a good fella and introvert of some kind; hailing as a GMAT and still turning into a super-cool person NAta has his own stature. While it comes to work and professionalism he is a true "BOSS" with his formal suit and precious cycle with “NS” (or NOS maybe) imprint behind. He is paid to say "OK Fine" at every sentence. If you want to dope him, you probably won’t need marijuana; offer him episodes of “FRIENDS”. Mistaken as “PHD bhaiya” in his corridor till almost a semester in final year, this guy has a doctrine in perfection. You might score him negative when it comes to partying or adventure. But honestly A down to earth person when it comes to completing a task and wants to be always on the safe-side. A few people know him, but those who know, he is a definitely a friend to cherish. The chief web developer at phoenix Robotix, hope you rise above the flames. All the best. //Can kill you with laugh attack.
Philkhana Naga Harshita The forerunner of discipline, a braided girl with her ever-ready quips and repartees, Harshita it is. Nobody can even dare to pronounce her long, bewildering name therefore, bestowing her with the name Harshi or Archie. The toughest job anybody can have is to get her out of her room as that is her favourite place in the entire institute. From being a voracious reader, writer and poet to Kuchipudi, she has done it all. She is more of a perfectionist with a slight condition of OCD. She entertains us even without intending for it, by her countless reverts back to her room, to check the lock by pulling hence, subjecting the poor lock to tensile testing. This multitasker likes listening to music while preparing for exams, meanwhile chatting with friends and still scores a whopping 9 or even more. She maintains a perfect ‘early to bed and early to rise’ habit even in the final year. This ‘potter head’ might even get up at 5 in the morning to watch her favourite movies or TV shows. She is the most dependable and honest person one can come across. With sheer determination and extreme sincerity, she makes sure that she gets what she wants. Her presence commands respect and admiration. We wish this quirky damsel a meritorious career ahead.
Prajnadutta Meher a.k.a Abhinash/Meher. Innocence, Talent, Down to Earth attitude, Simplicity, etc. define or rather, reinforce Abhinash as one of the most loved guys of the class. At the first glance one may say that he looks like a small kid of 8th or 9th grade, but his wisdom and knowledge are at par with the best of minds.He always has this perpetual smile on his face, and almost never gets tensed. He has a very imaginative and creative mind, a kind of artistic intellectual. Being a punctual guy, one always finds him right on time for his classes. Wearing a smile on his face, he deals with everyone with a lot of kindness and generosity.He spends a majority of his time watching movies and series. Always enjoying the company of his friends, he is a great guy to hang out with. He is someone you can trust to be at your side when you are down.
Rakesh Das AKAs- Raka, H@K@ noodles. This guy's sense of humour is such that you won’t actually laugh at the joke but at the silliness of the joke. He is always well prepared before exams and can be seen studying way before the exam weeks. A daily-scholar who found his true love in leaching and sharing stuffs on DC++. A cinephile and game-freak who has two-two external HDDs full of games and classic Hollywood movies. He will say random things at random times which just cracks everyone up around him. His weekly goal includes downloading over 10 gigs of movies and completing at least half missions in COD. When scared, he instinctively blurts out in Odiya, which freakishly sounds alien to anyone beside him. Besides, a techno freak, raka loves to tour around the institute in his "strictly under 30 kmph" bike, as if there is a bomb which will go off as soon as he exceeds the limit. He has lame and silly joke for every reason and occasion. This trait of his intensifies when he is under pressure and you won’t understand any of his jokes. Apart from all these, you would never miss a laugh when he cracks his perfectly rhymed one-liners in Odia about each and everything. No matter what the situation maybe, he will be always be there, trying to help you. To be the butt of jokes, albeit friendly, all day, to take it all in with an honest smile and then even hit back in spirit, it requires a special heart. And Raka has an extraordinary one. Cheers sanga!
Rasmi Ranjan Sahoo AKAs- Rex, daring rex. The boy with a smile plastered to his face. Rex is a friend whose absence can be felt, and presence enjoyed. Gregarious to the core, almost well known for his 24*7 dedicated CS server. This guy famous for his awkward dance moves, sudden burst of madness intrigues everyone, with his skeletal structure, how he packs so much of energy! This tall, slender guy is an ardent cricket fan and follows almost all the tournaments be it national or international. An excellent multi-tasker who knows how to manage his time equally among academics, friends and his beloved ones. The one thing you notice about him when you first meet him is his ability to talk non-stop and his quick witty one-liners. A very talented, innovative guy, who has a solution to all problems. He is the one to provide quick fixes to his friends having any complications in relationship matters. One would find him dozing off nearly all the time during classes because of his long over-night counter strike matches. He makes even the most boring conversations lively with his trade mark “PJs”. A person who values friends and relations, he acts like a pacifier in tense situations. He is a great friend to have. He is always aware and keen about his goals and will certainly achieve all of them. His high spirited, affirmative nature could cheer any one and make his day.
Rohit Jaiswal Known as Mr. Debarred, Jaisu or Golu in his friend-circle, he is unlike any Bihari you might have met or known. Being very famous for his extremely cool attitude and innumerable grade-backs and debars (No one can possible challenge him about it!) he keeps saying,"chinta mat kar kucch na kucch toh ho hi jaega". He has this irresistible urge to think out of the box and contrasting the human nature, he accepts his flaws and is courageous enough to take a new path of challenges in future. Inclined towards designing, his hard work towards pursuing a career in it is commendable. Having a widespread practical knowledge, he can consummate any task starting from handling paper works of property to repairing a bike. Clubs like Cyborg and Udaan could not meet his purpose of learning. He is a great foodie and loves to live life to the fullest. Being a hell of a critic, he can criticize any movie you name. He has the ability to cheer you up or most likely irritate you just with one of his own smiles. Valuing friendship over anything, he is a friend everyone would treasure. Hoping to see him come out with flying colors, we wish him all the luck for his life ahead.
Sanket Samantray A perfect example of a Four-ier transformation, this guy left no stone unturned to stay in the spotlight. Participating in Roadies, volunteering for every fest, being an active Leo club member, he did it all. But he didn’t stop here; the ardent football lover and the huge Manchester United aficionado that he is, he went on to get selected in the institute football team and finally landed the prestigious post of Placement Coordinator. He brings humor by blurting out the most ridiculous misconceptions he has and ends up trolling himself. Known as the Alia Bhatt of the PlaceComm and a self-proclaimed Love Guru, he falls in love with every other girl he spots in Rengcol and with his photographic memory, maintains a database so detailed and precise which would bring shame to even Facebook. He is that GMAT who starts exam preps way before yet fails to answer what his favorite Meta subject is; when asked by the HRs. Called Lanky Sanky by his friends, he is the member of popular friends group CHOCHAS and LUNATICS. The girls’ favorite with his easy smile and the boy among all men with his innocence, he is a friend to everyone. All that said, behind this humorous side of him, lies a person so calm, dependable, and with a heart of gold. May his life be the best and carve itself as good as he has dreamed about it.
Satya Sankalp "Ulti maare", "B ku jaa", "Chaku khaichi, chaku khaichi"–these are the words that you would often hear coming out of his room in his diabolical shrill voice. Satya aka “Choto hathi, DOTA guy, butch” has the audacity to indulge in CS, DOTA matches even the night before exam. One of the laziest person NITR has ever seen, who seldom comes out of his room. Comes out of rooms shouting, “Aaji order haba ki?" when hears about ordering of food from outside from his fellow mates. Despite all this, he is immensely talented who studies for the minimum time and maximizes the outcome. An extraordinary quizzer who gave up on quizzing because of his commitment towards counter strike and dota. In spite of his bulky-figure, he has a bizarre flexibility in his body parts which can be perceived from his unusual sleeping postures (quite astonishing!). A real foodie who loves outside street foods more and rarely pays a visit to mess. A proud Berhampuria, who loves every nook and corner of his hometown and boasts about it. This ‘Mumma’s boy’ has some childishness still alive inside him which makes him one cute fluffy entertainer in his friend circle. Good at heart and with an evident scientific temper, he’s a gem to the batch. Mostly engrossed in his gaming world, he is much taken for a casual attitude, but inside is a fiercely ambitious man who strives to be the best and hopefully we are to see one heck of a prospering Berhampuria down the line.
Shivam Sisodiya Aka Puchu, Bhalu, Sisodiya. A guy known by the security guards of the main gate to the aunty in back post. With a six foot stature, big round glasses, weird hairstyle and beard (even weirder dressing sense) he’s hard to miss out. Found everywhere in institute during fests, his friends would always remember his trademark “aeeeeeee”. A dancer, singer and proactive member of Rechargers (for obvious reason). Although he always talks about money and business, he doesn’t care about it. He has an anecdote to share for every occasion. A Jugaad king, an avid follower of “Bhole baba” and a hard-core “polaris banda”, he can put all wannabe dudes and stoners to shame anytime. With a carefree attitude and terrible management skills he often gets into trouble but gets out unscathed. His love and impatience for Bollywood movies (Camrip DC++) go hand in hand with his romance for T-shirt making and maggi. A true friend, a soft hearted boy and a brother to standby against all the odds. The funky and lively guy claims to be a cook (yet fails ridiculously). He lives life with no regrets, and takes extreme pride in the “gawar gaon Khandwa” he is from. Juniors’ rooms, front of CVR are his abode, and DC new releases is his heaven. He always manages to keep going, despite all odds.
Sidhant Pati We all have that one friend whom we call by his/her surname. Yes we are referring to Pati, who happens to know every other person in NIT. You might never come across a person as popular as him. The only time you will adore him is when he calls and says, “class/lab cancelled” and rest other times he is a moron. “Class Representative” is a tag he will carry forward in his life. Be it the professors or students, he knows how to get things done to satisfy both parties. He has this never give up attitude, whether it comes to getting grades from professor or seeking attention from his one sided love interest. This guy is infamous among his friends for his PJs. Being the diplomat that he is, professors and seniors find themselves irresistibly fascinated with him. His love for badminton and biryani remains unparalleled. If you ever face a situation where surplus of food is an issue, he is the man to go to. He gets high on food and his stomach is basically a black hole. When stressed out, you have the opportunity of getting a long philosophical speech along with lots of life lessons. Reliability reaches a whole new level when it comes to him. We wish our CR all the very best for his future management endeavors.
Siva Satwik Karri Satwik, fondly called “Sattu” is loved by his friends, seniors and juniors alike. He’s fond of mocking people but unfortunately ends up being the victim of his own joke. His love for cricket and especially his idol, Sachin is next to none; he often binge watches the master’s videos with devotion. He is a strange person when it comes to matter of love. One moment you would find him appreciating love and in the next he would claim it is all trash. One might think of him as a carefree and a calm soul who isn’t bothered by anything or anybody. But behind that calm demeanour there is a person who is just the opposite of calm and casual. He has had a clear idea regarding his career from his very first year and is constantly striving towards achieving it. His love for his family and friends is irreplaceable. Family has and will always be his first priority. Taking up responsibility and delivering his best is what his friends claim sets him apart from the rest. We wish him all the best in his future endeavours.
Spandan Behera “Spondy”, “Brazzers baba”, “sports secy”, "jaka", "johny sins", and many more names for this brand ambassador of flab-to-fit concept. Goes by the Instagram name "senor_spandaniel" to attract those hot, blonde, Spanish and Brazilian brunettes. "Berserk/Frenzied" - always out of control with excitement - are two most suitable word to describe him. Still day-dreams that he had been the best sports secretary of hall-7 for consecutive 2 years and gonna get noble prize for it. Chutiyapa - that is what he does whole day and night from posting vulgar comments in others feeds to adding foreign girls. If some girl sends him "hi" from her side, he thinks she has fallen for him and attracted to his masculine features. He clicks selfies standing in front of the Gym mirror and posts it in fb keeping in his mind that he looks like "Sylvester Stallone”. Jokes aside, he is the best friend that one can ask for, a child from inside. One can never stop laughing if he is around Spondy. Just a solid, humanoid form of "nitrous oxide" who pulls out funny gimmicks during class till his attention-seeker mind rests in peace. We can never forget those awesome moments and all the pranks he did with his "RX-100". A devil resides within him. All in All, we wish this happy-go-lucky guy a bright future ahead. P.S - ciao ciao
Sripooja Mishra Giggling over phone in the corridors of CVR hostel, you'll find the bubbly, all cheery and jolly Sripooja a. k. a Pooh hopping all her way while idly chitchatting with her allies. Short-tempered, fussy, fickle-minded yet innocent, she’s known for her trade-mark monstrous laugh. A light hearted girl, she enjoys walking barefooted on newly cut grass, cycling in the serene afternoon sun, walking in the drizzle without umbrella appreciating nature’s bounty. Tears blur her vision when she listens to ‘Yaadon ka sheher’. Some say she is a loner, others say she likes hanging out. People forget to smile as they grow but she hasn’t. She makes a striking look-alike of the very revered Hermione Granger, given those magnificent curls. Her overflowing energy and enthusiasm makes people wonder if she’ll grow old jumping around with a walking stick. Be it morale, manners, philosophy, or the aggressive state of affairs, there's nothing that her knowledgeable head holds out of realms. An ardent reader and a passionate writer, she is inquisitive about everything. Over the years she has been the geek whose high expectations from others make even the Burj Khalifa look puny. It is said that luck has way of happening to people who shoot high, who never sell themselves short. She is a person who dares to cross all those dungeons that life has to offer, emerging with a scar or two to tell her tale but not beaten.
SriRam Madhav Vivek Vardhan Pilla SriRam Madhav Vivek Vardhan Pilla – a tough competitor for the longest name in NITR. He is a selfemployed person who always wonders why to work under someone else when you have the opportunity to be your own boss. His total time on train could even surpass that of a TTE. A guy, whom anyone would make sure to have on their side, thanks to his presentational swag and appropriate vocab. This plain, simple, fair guy is one of the most practical people ever, preaching realism. In short, his long name is a misrepresentation of who he really is. The dude is right in even being wrong. His famous quote is "Mission: Being diplomat". The wits that swaddle this business guy of NIT dribble in the form of his terse, undefeated arguments. He is indomitably himself. A believer of Tit-for-Tat, an infinite listener he is, but rest assured, the moment you stop speaking, you have to start listening too, infinitely that. His visits to his department are so eventful like Modiji visiting Obama, a phenomena which happens rarely but eventful. An avid reader with a great mind of an entrepreneur. He professes about financial freedom not only in his words, but he lives a life where he is a hardcore businessman. In the end, we wish him all the best for all of his future endeavours.
Subhrakanta Mishra This guy will always amuse you with his multi-talented skills; be it his guitar playing abilities or his poetry about his broken heart. A hardcore fan and master class player of cricket. Anyways Motta always likes to brag and flaunt about his 38 inch tummy and keeps on quoting, “Brahmana toka bhai, amara eita peta nuhe gadia", whenever it comes to free food. He is popular for his nonstop talk about any topic ranging from religion to science to politics for hours without actually knowing about the topic. He has a quick wit and an immense love for coding. This guy still keeps on cursing for changing admission rules which refrained him from branch switch. One of the most peculiar thing about this guy is his penchant for romantic novels. Be it Hindi or English, Motta will finish the novel in a single go without caring about gradebacks. This guy is sure to be among the most perturbed guys during exam times, his agony is unbearable. He cannot recall a single thing properly when it comes to metallurgy subjects but could write down a complex code at ease. An internet addict and spends multiple hours every night browsing YouTube and keeps watching weird-Pakistani comedy show. Motta has a huge inclination to Bollywood music and known for his highly info-filled discussion on music lyricist, singers and their WAGs. In short goofy jokes, candid talks, fastidiousness and an ogler describe motta the best. Despite the above traits he’s scared of sleeping alone in his room. “Hanuman chalisha gao re”.
Surjeet Mishra A true ‘kamina’, noble prize winner in leg pulling and one who leaves no stones unturned when it comes to “kisi ki leni ho!’ - This is “Lala aka Pupul”. An undoubted handsome chubby creature, bearing a firm resemblance with Arjit Singh (only in terms of looks). This very attribute has earned him many admirers from the opposite sex. He has an impeccable style, which may seem out of place (from a lad hailing from Puri-brahmin family) to some but he carries it off with élan. Lala: A guy blessed with photographic memory always comes out of the exam room saying, “bhai mu fail”, and finally ends up being the highest scorer among his peers. He is a perfect companion: Never lets anyone get bored! He is a complete party material who can even make the “Victor Meldrew's twin” burst out into laughter. Like a good kid, Lala sends his daily reports to home which could last really long. An avid sports enthusiast who is always ready to play each and every game. He is a real foodie and always keeps food hidden in his drawer or under his mattress. With a million dollar smile and attitude to go the distance for his friends this brand ambassador of Indian Stretchable Time (sarcastic though) is a treat to have around.
Surjeet Murmu AKAs- En4cer, B-Boy, MJ, Nike ambassador, Chotu. “The child was destined to join the IITs, but unfortunately NITR had its revenge on him” so goes the saying! If you are upset and really want to get into a jubilant mood, or want to have an idea about new games and most importantly, on counter strike tricks, then you have got the best guy here! His love for CS is so immense that he has dedicated 2/3 highend gaming mouse for playing CS. A pretty good troller, a fan of Japanese anime, a hardcore B-Boying dancer. The half man (as even normal half pants are full pants for him) with a cute little face; always walks the streets dawning his branded attire putting on the headphones showcasing his devil-may-care attitude The livewire of the branch, always ready with his silly jokes that one can find hard to laugh at. Always seen busy either in the SAC for his dance practice session or chatting to a particular distant relative along the corridor. The number of skin products that he has can even make a few girls shy. He is so dreadful of a particular professor that he forgets everything during vivas at the slightest sight of that person. This talented, short height, funny and cool guy never says a ‘no’ when asked for help. His perseverance has proved beyond doubt and he has the potential and spirit to overcome the most daunting obstacles in his life and career. Murmu, keep enjoying life and attain greater milestones.
Swastik Somaray Mashyal Sahoo Babu, fondly called among his friends, is a very introvert guy. He is being considered a rare earth metal who can be seen during class timings only. His huge physique has also led to be called as ‘Hulk of Meta’. He can lift anything he sees (that’s what he thinks!). The guy use to give frequent visits to library in his first year but latter gave up (Oh library! You lost the trust of a valuable scholar). He is a jolly guy who is too close to his cronies. A kind person shielded within a tough body, Sahoo Babu is one of those few men you yearn to have friendship with. This localite embraces everyone with helping hands. This exuberant guy admires all villains of Hollywood and idolizes a few in particular. Despite being a party person, he hates crowd. One of his most famous dialogue is “Mujhe bheed bhaad pasand nahi”. Only a few people are aware about his homesick trait. So as he is about to step into the professional world we wish him all the best. May all his dreams and aspirations get fulfilled!
Sweta Sahoo This tall, smart and pretty lady surely gives you some serious beauty goals. Lovingly called Chhattu, she happens to be one of the most calm and content individuals of her batch. She is the one for whom the shopping list never ends such that Jabong and Myntra are the basic apps on her phone. This all-time dancing, crazy creature just needs the hint of any music playing around her to start tapping her feet to it. Call it being witty, stubborn or knowing her way out; but no matter what the argument is about, it’ll never end with her accepting defeat. Moreover, nothing can deter her once she knows she is right. This long legged lady is a sight for quite a few eyes in the institute. She is excellent at dry-humors, keeping a straight face while pulling off her witty one-liners and rolling everyone on the floor with laughter. She is perhaps the best lab partner you’ll ever work with. Lucky are the people who come across this Bengali beauty because she is almost everything that you might want in your life-a tincture of laughter and craziness for life, a sense of humor for fun and a promising heart for love. We wish this bonny a happy life full of things from her wish list and more.
T. Chaitanya Kiran Chaitanya or ‘choi’ is an ardent fan of badminton, formula one racing and not to forget- the soppy rom coms starred by his favourite Samantha. He is a devout follower of MS Dhoni and a sure way to piss him off is by taking him to a vegetarian restaurant on a treat (not even God can keep Chaitanya away from his butter chicken). Thanks to his dual citizenship of Odisha and Andhra, he has a large peer group ranging from first years to final years and is quite popular among the juniors (especially girls). A gizmo freak- he is the go-to person for any gadget related queries and you can find him available on whatsapp or facebook any time of the day, not to mention the innumerable DP changes which are difficult to keep track of. His love for food can only parallel love of music, only a few of us have had the ‘fortune’ to hear him sing. He is a fun person to hang out with and a dependable friend who can come to your rescue when in trouble. He celebrates his friends’ success as his own and takes great care to ensure their well being.
Varsha Parida Lovingly called Parida or Podu is referred to as the tallest minion ever, so much so that the minion quotes fit well on her. Having something to say about everything, being opinionated and talkative, she is an incessant chatterbox, easily striking a chord with anyone she meets. And once you have earned the knighthood of her friendship, she will always surprise you with her love. You can never outsmart her when it comes to gifts; she never misses a chance to make something and she will always have a better one for you. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call her a dictionary of the world of cinema. Carrying her short self with confidence, she pulls off everything in her up-to-date closet. Her passion for dance is second to none as is her love for creativity. Being a mumma’s girl and an ardent Nagwan bhakt, she is as brave as caring. Her strong willed and her never giving up attitude has also earned her the tag of having a PhD in aptitude. You wouldn’t want to interrupt her when she is educating you with some gossip, for she might forget what she was supposed to divulge. The ultimate cheese lover that she is, she is a connoisseur of exotic food as well. Be in her good books and she will go out of her way for you amaze you with her maturity and wisdom. We wish this minion an extremely creative life ahead.
Rajeev Anand Formerly known as Kharghosh (Bunny Rabbit) for his adorable set of pearls, Raju dada is the guy everyone needs in their lives. Be it arranging late night parties, or watching movies with his high-power woofers, Rajeev Anand is the guy you go to. He may seem very silent at first sight but a bike releases the party beast inside of him. Tattle tale of his crushes and his late “naughty nights” with his plethora of BAEs is a hot gossip among his friends. For five complete years, his room has been a hangout place for his extended friend circle, thanks to his almighty cooler. Bhai’s room is mysteriously full of newspapers which is probably used for his private works. Once famous in the female community for the ‘thehrav’ of his voice, he is equally famous among his male followers for having solution to every problem related to love which gave him the name “Baba”. In spite of being a permanent residence of back benches, he has maintained a good CGPA which makes him an undercover GMAT. A con-man in playing cards, he can cheat easily without getting noticed. A born Allahabadi, his anecdotes about the Naini Bridge and Dabangai, are famous in his close quarters. Witty and wise, Raju bhai is an honest friend who will stand by your side through thick and thin. Rajeev is at once dignified and candid, grounded but with high aspiration. With an indomitable thirst for civil engineering, this guy aspires to crack IES, we pray for his brightest future possible.
Digbijayee Hial Digbijayee aka Digby aka Hila due to his surname misspelt by a professor. Unknown to many, he is a hopeless romantic who celebrates Valentine’s Day every week and hence you’ll find a lot of lovely gifts and decorated cards all over his room. He’s a great fan of cartoons and loves to watch animated movies over and over again exposing the child in him. He’s good at singing and has a somewhat mastery on the guitar though we never saw him on stage. He is preparing hard to get into civil services so he always tries to put schedules for everything but the kid in him gets easily distracted by things like YouTube and Myntra. His knack for online shopping and his extravagant collection of perfumes, deos, soaps, oils and beauty products can put a girl to shame. He has 10gbs of cooking videos of various recipes and he himself is a self-proclaimed master chef. Most of his recipes include chicken because that’s what gets him midnight cravings. He claims to have an adventurous spirit and go sky diving someday but still prefers to work out in the small confinement of his hostel room. Basically if you are someone close to him, you shall be loved like his girlfriend. We sincerely hope that our dear Hila cracks the civil services and spreads love to all.
M Ravi Teja You must have come across dozens of Ravitejas in NIT but this one is unique. Also known as M@SS, he was once famous as the Zone Mundi and Don among his juniors due to his fierce attitude. A permanent resident of CWS, he visits dispensary more than he attends classes. He maintains a mini-pharmacy and has gained more knowledge in medicine than in engineering over the last few years. His wardrobe is full of colorful shirts which is the sole reason behind the many proposals he receives from ladies on train (aka Transgender). His love towards Chicken Biriyani makes him a true Hyderabadi. He is also called as the “Bandwidth Bhakshak” as he is the one who consumes the internet data by watching literally everything (from movies to Saas-Bahu Serials) that are available on YouTube. He has funny Hyderabadi hindi accent and his signature dialogue, “ Tu Kya Bola” has been a prime source of amusement among his peers. He is the biggest victim of all the pranks but he takes them very sportingly. He simply wets his pants in two situations, one on receiving a call from his guide and the second while watching a horror movie. On a serious note, he is one of the kindest, helpful and friendly persons one can come across who keeps his company well entertained by his deadliest PJs.
Saswat Chaulia Hailing from the city of the Longest Dam, Saswat Chaulia aka ‘Chauli’ is one of the underrated geniuses of Civil Dual. Having buggy long teeth, resembling the actor Tinnu Anand, Saswat is also popularly known as ‘Tinnu’ among his friends. An ideal and studious first year to a trenchant intellectual now, Saswat made engineering a gift of his life. While most of us were busy dealing with silly problems, this silent learner came, learnt and engineered himself. Always calm and composed, Chaulia has the ability to predict even the toughest situations accurately including The-29. The walking database of NITR chicks, he knows more about girls than they know about themselves. Thanks to his peers, he has mastered the art of ‘boasting’ and ‘dealing’ confidently over the years. His famous “Level mein nahin aa paoge” dialogue is enough to shake confidence of his oppositions. Having an ability to read as many as 6 books at a time, Chaulia stuns everyone by scoring high marks from all-nighters. A passionate blogger, a lethal pace bowler, a good swimmer, Chaulia is a jack of many trades. An optimistic philosopher, Chaulia follows the mantra of living life with positive attitude. After all, he might be a late bloomer but let Chaulia sleep for when he wakes he will move mountains for sure.
Debapriya Tripathy Let’s meet Debapriya Tripathy aka Mausa, a true nerd who is known for his unbridled passion for the things which he does without the fear of other people’s judgment. A savior during the time of examination and assignment submission, Debu’s passion for civil engineering can be best guessed from his facebook posts which require a Civil Engineering dictionary to understand. His impeccable mimicry of popular artists and Professors can give Kapil Sharma a run for his money. An avid newspaper-reader, he can be found in the reading room of Hall 7 with his favorite “The Indian Express”. A sincere GMAT, he follows his timetable like his religion. His unconditional love for his motherland makes him a true Odiya who shows a deep concern for Odisha and its culture. When most of us rhyme with Arijit, Mausa is still stuck in the Melodious 90s and can be heard humming songs of Kumar Sanu and Udit Narayan. A pure homesick and a dissatisfied boarder of NITR hostels since 2011, DPT is a regular customer at Guest House who has never eaten food at Mess since the last 2 years. Unique in every aspect of life, DPT aspires to be an IFS officer in future.
Sourabh Panda Every batch has a gentleman who is loved by all and hated by none, ours is Gulu Panda aka Sourabh. His five year stay at NIT Rourkela would be a tale of humility and perseverance. Famous by the nickname “Gulu Bhai”, especially among the girls, his real name is still unknown to many. Extremely humble and soft-spoken with an ever-smiling face, Gulu is a perfect reminder of what self-made, truly successful people are like. His phenomenal consistency in academics manifests his love for civil engineering. A rare GMAT who happens to have friends in almost every corridor of every hall, his popularity can be estimated from his unforgettable birthday bash which gifted him a set of fractured fingers once on account of the merciless kicks and slaps that he still likes to brag about. No wonder he has spent more money on giving birthday treats than paying for tuition. A vegetarian in first year to a hardcore chicken lover in the final year, this Panda Brahmin ensures everything to hide this transformation from his family. This branch topper of Transportation engineering is a true “Khatti Man”, who has excelled the art of gossiping and can chit-chat about anything, anywhere for hours. Though he has perfected almost everything when it comes to academics, he is still the awkward-inexperienced youth against the opposite gender, who dreams to find the perfect girl of his life, mostly through Facebook. May he get the girl of his dreams!.
Ritesh Pasamurty Have you ever met a genius who flaunts his stupidity more than his ability? Well, it’s time to meet the most adorable personality of Civil Dual-Ritesh aka Ritu Pandu. A hybrid of Odisha settled, Andhra origin, his hilarious behaviour and his depth of knowledge in engineering makes him the Sheldon Cooper of our Batch. Everybody finds it easy to get along with Ritesh because he remains calm, serene and always in command of himself even under the most stressed situations. This coolheaded ‘Kumbhakaran’ believes that a long sleep (16-18 hours at stretch) and a good laugh are the two best cures for anything. A familiar back-bencher, he is the Late-Man of our class who makes us feel safe by standing by our side whenever we are late for the class. Despite being a typical, carefree engineering kid, Ritesh remains one of the toppers because he enjoys engineering, and studies to be accomplished not to be affluent. He is a rare topper who doesn’t care of getting caught in examination hall for helping out his friends. His knowledge in core engineering subjects is so deep that he even proved his interviewer wrong during an interview and successfully bagged a job out of it. His weird sense of humour makes him the entertainer of his Gulti gang. He has an obsessive compulsive disorder of becoming the centre of attraction and always ruins a group photo by making bizarre facial expressions. He plans to utilize his skills in business and dreams of becoming a successful entrepreneur.
Debu Kumar Pradhan Debu aka “Voice” is calmest person you will encounter in NIT. He is a very kind hearted and hard working person. An engineer by heart, he has never manipulated his lab works and does every practical religiously. One of the most talented students of Civil Dual, Debu has the potential to achieve greatness even in the most hostile environment. A complete opposite of the typical engineering transformation, Debu has undergone some serious spiritual transformation. He lives in a whole different world of sanctity and divinity. His mobile is full of devotional songs and holy preaching about Lord Krishna. He can be seen riding his cycle wearing the same bag and same watch, listening to bhakti songs through his earphone. He is one of the key reasons behind Voice club’s success. A true genius when it comes to academics and fundamentals, Debu is one of those beautiful souls who can’t hide their goodness even when they have to. May he rise above all the social barriers!
M Santosh Madhav Santosh aka Mashetty is nothing like his name suggests, he is rather an ambitious young man who is never satisfied with his success story and still hungry for more. Gifted with an incredible power to convince others (mostly professors), he has been our favourite CR for cancelling classes and tests. The apple of the eyes of all professors, don’t mistake him for a complete geek. He spends a lot of time with his friends and manages to take part in numerous extra-curricular activities. Believe it or not, he has worked on 14 projects in a total span of 5 years and has done a plethora of courses on Coursera. He does all his lab works precisely and hence a compulsory Ex grade in all lab subjects. He is a great listener yet quite shorttempered. But he loses his anger as quickly as it ignites. He is a cleanliness freak who keeps all things in his room in an organized manner. From nail cutter to moisturizers, he has them all. He is a brand freak and is very fond of his attire collection. Biggest obsession being Apple, his room is filled with Apple products, ranging from iPod and Mac Book pro, making it the costliest room in NITR.Not many know that he visits temple regularly which is very rare to find. He dreams of settling in the USA and having a big house full of Apple appliances. We hope his dreams come true.
Shiba Shankar Satapathy If you ever want to know what it feels like to be inside Shiba Shankar’s head, imagine a browser with 26 tabs open, all the time! You need to get a proper sync with him to understand his deep and colourful quintessence of life. NITR Junta may know him as the one who has walked the extra mile on glass for his CEST Club, or the PC trying hard to get his branch mates placed in good companies, or the overenthusiastic MM reporter but his neighbours know him as a loud kid who is always seen dotting the hostel corridors sporting a Rupa underwear, doing the catwalk in the process. His knack for singing, playacting and gay hugs& kisses sometimes pisses people off, but people love him back for his tenacity to not get offended. He is a pure vegetarian who finds it even disgusting to share a seat with someone ripping a chicken leg. Being a proud Sambalpuri and an ex-Navadoyan, this fake Idealist (courtesy of his DC nick) never shies away from taking proud in his roots. He is quite popular among his peers for his confident, charming and jovial persona. From toothpaste to footwear, he lives on borrowed resources just like Cosmo Kramer. A Kapil Sharma look alike, he is known for his humorous view points on every discussion possible on earth. He quotes famous dialogues, mimics celebrities, and even has a sense of humour like Kapil. He is one of those society driven engineers, whose real passion lies in literature and movies. May he become a great novelist or a scriptwriter or hell, a stand-up comedian that Odisha deserves!
Prasang Singh Parihar If there were a list of most popular NITRians of all time, Pasha Bhai Civil Dual aka Chhedi Singh would surely top that list. No wonder his fame has spread far and wide beyond the walls of this institute: Vipul Goyal of TVF being the latest Fan on that list. The wall of CEST Club, the Admin of DC++, the alpha of Technical Society, an active member of MS Club, Treasurer of Young India, the topper of Water Resources and the unofficial publicity partner of all clubs, Pasha’s CV chronically runs short of space when it comes to achievements. He might even win the next AVN Award. Despite the stardom that he enjoys, he is still a rookie against the opposite gender. Having a record number of heartbreaks, the only time he was in a girl’s room when the entire hostel was empty (CVR Hall Day). A real life Monica, his obsession towards sorting and cleanliness has no match. He is very fond of eating breakfast at Central Park. He knows only a single dance move which he keeps on repeating until you punch him. Weak at Maths and Mechanics, he balances it out by memorizing each and every formula that are in the book even the solution. Known for his soft-spoken, down to earth personality, Pasha Bhai lives by the saying, “Work until you no longer have to introduce yourself.” He is a gentleman with a big heart and a beautiful soul, who can even take a bullet for his friends. He leaves behind a legacy that NITR will be enjoying for decades.
Shiva Prasad Sahoo The Giant of Civil Dual, first sight of whom will remind you of Amitabh Bachhan, but except for the physique, he is nothing like the angry Youngman, he is rather the modest, and soft-spoken guy every Indian family look for in a groom. But beneath that shyness remains an underrated jack of many trades. Blessed with an accomplished touch of an artist, he keeps on creating innovative work-of-art. Visit his room and the most remarkable thing you’ll find is a life size colourful Superman painted on his wall. Give this creative genius a piece of paper and he’ll fold it into something spectacular. His imagination doesn’t end here. He also writes intriguing stories and even admits to love dancing. Speaking about passion, this guy found it in swimming. For the sake of spreading his passion, he turned out to be the founder of NITR Swim Club. When it comes to the list of girls he has befriended, this swimming captain cannot boast of a long one. He is sometimes a brave heart who boasts of unending guts. Push him onto a girl and the first thing he will ask her is her height because Shiba gets attracted to tall girls. His philosophies for life is quite different than rest of us. He has a fundamentally great sense of right and wrong and an interest in helping the needy. In the ocean of competitive people, he is that rare self-content soul who believes in enjoying life at his own pace. A dependable friend and a great human-being, we wish him to keep smiling his whole life..
Devi Prasad Singh Devi Prasad Singh aka “Devi Maa”, hailing from Berhampur, is a great fan of Bollywood and Bruce Lee and in general a fan of all action movies. He sleeps half of the day and watches movies the other half. This routine has made him a walking library of information about the cinema world. He proclaims to be a singer which hardly anybody knows. If you’re lucky, he will drop few melodious lines from the old Bollywood era. Don’t get tricked by his short height because legend has it that he was once upon a time a boxer and a “Gunda”. Traces of his tough attitude can be seen the way he hardly fears a thing, be it professors, grade back, debar, seniors, securities, you name it and he’s going to defend his pride. He is very selective about what he eats, so never forgets to appreciate good food. He has a world of his own, he does things his own way and doesn’t want anyone’s approval or opinion. He has got ethics of his own which others may find strange. He sleeps with a Bhagavad Gita under his pillow. He’s always concerned about his health and visits the dispensary every day for every kind of check-up but irony is he’s so lazy that he lives in a room which looks like a huge dustbin set up in one corner. On the flipside he is a very helpful and caring person to his close friends and especially his loving juniors.
Prayas Rath The big brother of Civil Dual, Prayas aka Shitbull is the hero that CVR deserves but not the one it needs right now. He is the most distinguished personality in the entire branch, courtesy of his shining head and his trustworthy scooty. A ‘Priya’ follower of Laxmi, the Goddess of wealth, he never hesitates to spend money on lavishing parties, thanks to the blessing and ‘love’ he receives from the goddess herself. Jokes aside, appearance wise he may be Pitbull but wisdom wise he is more like Bob Marley. One of the best intellectual minds at NITR now, Prayas likes to maintain a simple life style despite being involved in so many clubs. A rare combination of knowledge and wisdom that he carries, a debate with him can teach you the wonderful insights of life. From D-361 to Inquizzitive, from Leo to CEST, this brainbox has gained respect from everyone he has interacted with. But the journey to the top wasn’t a piece of cake for Shitbull. He has had his share of hardships in life. Still he manages to create a niche for himself. He has the eyes that see the best in people, a heart that forgives the worst, and a soul that never gives up. May he find the purpose of his life soon!
Rishabh Prakash Rishabh aka Dev007 is a fascinating character in the department whose theories are both deeply frightening and strangely endearing. He claims to hold a deep philosophy of life. He even named himself Adipurush Rishabh Dev. Jokes apart, Rishabh is a very knowledgeable person who is well aware of everything that happens around the globe. He has a vast knowledge about the history and politics of India and gets involved in numerous intense debates with people like Khuntia. He is also a diehard Shahrukh Khan fan, as a matter of fact, he is popularly known as” Gareebon ka SRK” among his friends for his penchant of copying his idol’s style. An honest believer in true love, he finds his soul mates in different girls every day. He is also an ardent follower of Crime Patrol, who constantly keeps formulating perfect crime scenarios in his mind, relying on his miraculous fingerprint-less hands to keep him from being apprehended. Rishabh is a sensitive guy who blocks people on Facebook if they don’t reply to his messages for more than two hours. He is an IAS aspirant and dreams of becoming the PM of India one day. We wish him best of luck for his future endeavours, because we understand how tough it is to clear IAS with the criminal record he is soon going to register himself in. Pun intended.
Subhra Jyoti Nath Subhra Jyoti Nath, fondly known as BABA among his disciples is a person who can be described as smart, ambitious and resourceful. He is known for his wide collection of online “stuff” and also the way he treats his hard drive like a baby. He’s a true nocturnal who sleeps for most of the day and still complains of sleeplessness. He’s that one friend everyone has who cries before exams but ends up getting decent grades. Normally very competitive, determined and motivated, the only time he actually needs motivation is when he has to take a shower and dress according to occasions. An accomplished swimmer and a good tennis player, he treats Federer as a God and wishes to see him play live someday. He is also an avid follower of the superhero world of Marvel and DC. His admiration and familiarity with Japanese anime and his love for cheese and chicken are unparalleled. This guy considers no food edible without an extra pinch of salt, and no movie watchable until it’s in the best quality available. 'Tall' may not be word you would commonly associate with him, unless you have witnessed the shadow that he cast at NIT. It’s always fun to have him around, with his spot-on sarcasm and witty remarks. An engineer by choice, and an entrepreneur at heart, this guy aspires to become an MBA grad from a top-notch B School.
Debashish Khuntia Imagine every patriotic movie starring Sunny Deol. Don’t forget to recall all his wacky one liners. Add all that, multiply by ten and you will get Khuntia. A born leader, a problem solver, a jugaadu, an adventurer, Khuntia makes his own adjectives. A well-known figure in the department of civil engineering, the aura of Khuntia is such that even his superiors tremble at his voice. Being the branch topper with the physique of poor man’s Greek God, Khuntia is the envy of men and heartthrob of girls. His husky and dominant speech is one of his many talents, so much so that he makes his teachers confused with his confidant replies. His “Terrorizzzm and You are wrong” speech in language lab will remain historic for his batchmates. Once famous for his unconditional love towards Indian Army, he is one of those people who take Indian politics seriously. An IAS aspirant, this guy aims to change the face of politics by entering into Civil Services. Debashish is known for his loyalty to his friends. He is the type to take the lead in tough situations and guide his peers. His unyielding tenacity before tough odds inspires us all. Debashish is the kind of guy loved and respected by both his seniors and juniors. NITR is definitely going to miss the KHUNTIAPA era.
Domakonda Nishanth The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sail. And Nishantaka the Karate Kid is a true realist. Gifted with a unique surname “Domakonda”, his professors kid him by calling Domakonda-the brother of Anaconda. Humblest of all, this Civil Dual answers less by words more by works. A consistent top-dog of Water Resources, he also stays updated about the current affairs. Whenever you feel life weighs you down, Nishant is the friend you go to, who will be there to lift you up by creating a motivational ambience. Over the years, he has tried to cultivate good habits like jogging, drinking green tea etc. but only for a few days. His sophisticated and delicate action during rough and adventurous trips earned him the name “Sukumarudu” (meaning Mr. Delicate). He is a GMAT in disguise but can be dangerously sarcastic at times and never hesitates to pull his friend’s leg. His inquisitive mind brings him the most sought qualities like explaining a complex issue in simple and sensible terms, that even the dumbest person on earth can understand right from GOT, ISIS, Financial Crisis, Politics to Science and Technology. A rare combination of humility, nobility and intelligence, Nishant is made for something extraordinary and brilliant. May God show him the right path!.
Ahmad samim Ahmad Samim aka Samim is the true gem of the civil department. With his curly hair and sharp looks he is a true handsome man. Intelligent, kind, smart and a person with infinite talents, he is full of energy which remains constant throughout the day. A true friend, whom you can trust he is ever ready to cheer you up, even in the dullest situations. Honest, Mature, Caring, Fun-loving and affable are a few adjectives which are even not enough to define this guy. An Apple in his hand, with earphones plugged in, lost in the grooves of music he walks gracefully from Hall 7 to MB. An avid fan of Real Madrid he not only can give real competition to Ronaldo for his look but the way he plays too. He is always ready to play any kind of sport, especially football, which is his passion. This guy is a quite unique gentleman, who is an amalgamation of both Classic and Modern. We wish him Good luck for his future life. Keep Smiling!
Akash Pattnaik Akash Pattnaik , popularly known as “Pattu” among his friends is one of the most versatile person one will ever meet. His passion for sports which includes cricket, badminton, table tennis and many more. His love for movies and tv series, his talent in drawing and Paintings stands him out in a crowd. He is the playboy of our group flirting with numerous girls at a single time. He has a sharp active mind and is perhaps the most talented student in the entire civil department. Originally an IIT material and by mistakenly landed into Nit, he has shown a lot of potential in all his endeavors. He always fantasized many of our female professors in his dreams and always dreamt about spending some quality time with his female crushes in our institute. The guy who always preferred F.R.I.E.N.D.S over G.O.T clearly shows that he had a romantic approach to his life. One could learn various life lessons from him as he always has a learning attitude and always learns some thing or the other from his good as well as bitter experiences. One of his most embarrassing moment includes facing a transgender in a train, who directly asked him to make love to him/her. He was deeply embarrassed by the situation and from that event, he always travels in an AC coach to avoid them.
Akhilesh Kumar Singh Akhilesh Kumar Singh, aka, Master Ji, is the tallest guy in the department and takes great pride in declaring it in front of everyone. Hailing from Jamania, U.P this guy continued his affair with chemistry even after 12th and right now he earns more than what any Dream job could offer him. Apart from chemistry, his second love cricket keeps him occupied for the rest of his waking hours. This explains why ‘Master Ji’ could never find a ’Madam Ji’ even after a lot of attempts. This ‘UP Waale Bhaiya’ needs a human alarm daily to wake him up which is even sometimes not enough. But once awake he can easily get ready within five minutes and reaches the class in the nick of time. Normally he makes everyone laugh with his witty jokes, but never ever has anyone won with him in a debate on politics. His political awareness is off the charts and it would be a foolish task to engage him in the same. His ’Chhod Naa Yaar’ attitude has landed him in problems on a lot of occasions, but made him the wonderful and lively person he is. Never lose this attitude buddy and keep on bringing happiness and cheer to each and every soul you ever touch. Cheerio!
Anshuman If you want to discuss some intellectual topic or current affairs with a guy, then meet Anshuman aka “Golu” or “Sam (The guy from GOT)”. Hailing from Sitamarhi district of bihar, he is one of the simplest and down to earth people in NIT. He possesses a great affection towards reading books, not only of wellknown writers but also of them you have never heard of. One of those handful guys in B.Tech who wakes up early and attends the shakha meetings. Whenever you talk to him about anything he already would be having plenty of information about that. This guy always tries to be part of any friendly gossips, but with his miserable sense of humor often fails to do so. This boy aims to be a teacher. Quite a sincere guy in the class, who prefers the first bench, has an unconditional love with design subjects. He is, in true sense a “question asking machine” who never hesitates from asking any kind of question to the professors, even the silly ones. He is guy with his own ideals and always tries to stick with those. Despite of his unpredictable behavior, his friendship is something that one will want to have. We wish a very successful and prosperous career for him.
Archit Acharya One of the most popular faces of this institute, this guy needs no introduction. Archit Acharya has an innate love for all the finer things in life ranging from a good Barbecue Nation kebab to the beastly retro Royal Enfield he tames, well life is short and he barely compromises. A jack of many trades and master of some, his achievements range from the post of cultural secretary to an inter-NIT record in shot put, he is a huge source of inspiration for his peers and juniors. Fondly known as the “Manuel Neuer” of the team, his agile footwork, fearless dives and monstrous throws have been a key reason behind the success of the football teams. Inquisitiveness is a second nature to him and he is a victim of insurmountable urge to screw open your things just to sneak a peek inside, or he might light your hair with a deo and lighter, but for all those who know him he is that friend who is one phone call away in the times of your ordeal. When not busy with punching his friends or irritating them with his famous line – “KHAIBAKU DE, KHAIBAKU DE” this gourmet can be spotted partying or eating out. All those who know him personally will definitely agree that as time rolls by and these happy days become a sweet memory, this guy is going to be a major part of that sweetness.
Aswini Kumar Behera Aswini Kumar Behera, a.k.a “Dual audio”, is one of the simplest guy of NITR. He is so simple that he doesn’t even wear jeans pant (once it happened that a girl called him ‘uncle thoda side dena’ because of his outfit). Hailing from the town of Paralakhemundi, this boy is so shy that he never could gather enough courage to talk with the two girls of his branch, leave about other girls. Perhaps the only girl he talks with is his girlfriend. He is also one of the most sadistic people you will ever meet. He has dead reaction to every good thing and gives a no sense sarcastic comment in the time of need and occasionally bursts out in giving long moral speeches to protect mother earth to which listeners conclude him as a mass murderer who is boring them to death. A diehard fan of M.S. Dhoni, he never misses any kind of cricket matches and is always updated with the stats in Cricinfo. Not so much interested in studies, this guy has a strong basics in Maths, Geography and has an affinity towards the practical labs of Civil Engg. Kind hearted, trustworthy and a true helping hand for the ones in need. Famous Quotes – “Everyone is a teacher to teach his/her special subject.”.
Buddhadev Rath With a heavy-weight body and an appearance of a Sumo wrestler, one may think of him as a bully on the very first look, but in reality, he stands as the antonym of all these. In fact, he is like a “Panda” who is adored by everybody. Popularly known as “Dudu”, “Moto-B, Hello MOTO” and “Rikishi” among his friends, Buddhadev Rath is a suave, funny and a witty guy. He houses great amount of knowledge in the field of history, polity besides the civil engineering stuffs in his huge body. He is an ardent lover of WWE. An excellent orator and having a great love for practical studies rather than the traditional bookish knowledge, he is a great person to have aside in both good and hard times. Even, he has been teased by one of the professors for his weight as, “L&T join karo, weigth lose hoga”. Mr. Rath has gone from being a very obedient and a student cautious about grades in the first year to a care-free and one of the most chilled out person of the branch. Wishing him all the best for the future.
Chandra Sekhar Reddy Chandra Sekhar Reddy is the one of the unique guys of NITR with some serious and charming looks. His friends will recognize him only by the name CSR. People generally get fooled by his serious demeanor but those who are close to him know the wild side of him. Whatever might be the problem, he always has this unique ability to stay cool and be optimistic. He is the friend who will encourage you when you are down and always be there with a helping hand. A complete Gulty, famous for his accent and tone, an ardent player of video games (especially counter strike) this guy can embarrass you on the dance floor. Being a little shy, he never talks much; tell him a secret and he will take it to his grave. He is the favorite senior for many at NITR but he has a deep crush on one of his batch mates. A momma’s boy who says his mom is his girlfriend; he is a person who always respects women and treats them with utmost care and affection. May god bless and bestow upon him whatever he wants from his life.
Devashish Meena Devashish Meena aka Deva entered the institute when he was just 16 and is now leaving it with the first flush of adulthood. Hailing from the beautiful land of Rajasthan, this boy has magically transformed from a ’Gaon Ka Chhora’ to a smart, candid boy who can win hearts in a jiffy. But one small situation still ails this guy, lack of a proper beard and moustache which makes him look like a teenager. He is one such guy whom you can trust and keep complete faith. He is a fun loving, energetic guy who can barely utter a word to girls. A huge fan of classic Bollywood songs, you can always find him listening to 90’s songs, especially of Kumar Sanu and Udit Narayan. This situation just does not end at listening as you can find him humming some of these classic songs. Sometimes he gets angry over small matters but later on makes fun of it himself. This guy has always dreamed of getting selected for Civil Services. His justification for this dream is- ‘Arre Agar IAS Nahi Bana Naa, To Koi Mujhe Ladki Nahi Dega’. We hope that this sweet young boy fulfills his dream of becoming an IAS and finally gets a beautiful girl to marry. Good Luck!
Dipesh Soni Soni, Dipesh Soni ! He calls himself an Udaipurian, but because of his deeds he always ends up being a Salumberite [Bro, never mind, we'll visit your Salumber once].The guy with curly hair, fair complexion and a great physique is someone any pretty girl will fall for. One of the most chilled out guys of the department who doesn’t bother about grade-backs and one will find him more in the Mining department than anywhere near his own department. His great swimming ability fetches him the personality of a “Merman”. He can be found playing COC nearly everywhere and that makes him say "Yess! Ek aur attack" which has become his quote. Often, when he gets bored he comes up with "Kuch unique aur creative karte hai yaar" but every time ends up doing nothing. Dipesh is a great friend who will never let you be sad. Every bit of time spent with him are cherishable All the best buddy for your future.
Duggapu Suresh Kumar Duggapu Suresh Kumar or just Suresh is the quintessential 3 AM friend one must have in their life. You can call him up anytime and speak on any random topic and expect a great conversation. He nurtures relationships with everyone he meets. This has helped him garner a huge network of friends from all departments including juniors and seniors. When it comes to extracurricular, his stay at NITR has seen him don varied hats. A great CS player and also a great dancer, he will charm you with his moves as he made so many girls of NITR drool over him. Still have a doubt? Ask the junta of CVR & KMS. Finding someone with his level of humour and humility is a needle in a haystack sort of task. He is one person whom one can’t simply hate. ’ A very good human being, he is someone worth melting for. You would never see him angry. Doesn’t matter how busy he is, he will find time for each and every one and when he’s around, you simply cannot stay sad. His happy aura, his smartness, his care makes him the best friends you can find. Best of luck for the future, Suresh!
Garladinne Dinesh Kumar Dinesh is arduously working individual with multiple talents. Famously known for his knowledge on latest gadgets and films and ameliorating them constantly. He is a cool dude who can manage his stuff without any help and is self-consistent. A typical hardworking “Gulti “ guy who has a profound love towards the game of “Table tennis” and plays it in a very different style that no one should never try to imitate(sarcasm). This guy carries the staff of punctuality with him and never reaches the class late. Gaining positive attention from prof's and many others is one of his skill and makes them come into his way. Known for his proficiency in Structural Mechanics he is also called "Structural Dinesh". He is like kind of ‘Last minute god’ to the rest to his branch mates and the day before exam, his room would be flooded with disciples who come to seek his divine intervention. Also can be referred to as "Last day Guide" for all the subjects to the other batch mates. He is a helpful guy who has never refused anyone for help, not even his sworn enemy. His biggest asset is his simplicity and his charismatic personality. Wishing him all the luck and success in life..
Hemanth Mallidi Lo and Behold, here comes ‘The Sleeping Beauty’ Hemanth Mallidi. This guy is popular among all the Profs for his one precious gift, i.e., his ability to sleep in the class. Many reprimanded him, frowned on him, even punished him on several occasions, but their effort fell on his deaf ears. This tall, handsome guy is the most carefree and chilled out guy you will ever meet. This guy pursues only three things with total devotion- Cricket, Online Games and Anime. An avid cricket, this All-Rounder never says no to a cricket match, even if it falls during exams or hot summer afternoons. If he is not sleeping or playing cricket, then he keeps himself busy with online games or Anime. This hardcore gamer keeps on practicing a game till he has achieved perfection. His dusky skin and afro hair has won him a female fan following that is tough to quantify. On the first look you may mistake this guy to be a lazy bum. But beneath all that restraint lies an intelligent person who has achieved so much with so little effort. The day he decides to break his cocoon, sky will be the limit for him. So we urge him to complete the metamorphism, and become the beautiful butterfly he was always destined to be.
Jigme Thinley Jigme Thinley aka ‘Jimmy’ or ‘Lala’ is the blue-eyed boy of the entire civil department. It wouldn’t be wrong or an understatement to say- ‘Everybody loves Jimmy’. This guy is adored by Profs and batch mates alike and is the liveliest guy one can meet. There is much more to him than what meets the eye, a good footballer, a dedicated student, a compassionate humans are just a few adjectives that are not enough to define this guy. A GMAT by compulsion, Jimmy hates exams more than anything in the world. But invite him for a football match and you will witness the true potential of Jimmy. This Real Madrid fan, considers Ronaldo as his god and follows his each and every match. This handsome guy with a tall stature changes his hairstyles more frequently than he changes his T-shirts. Only wears branded clothes and loves his mobile more than anything in the world. Tried to find a beautiful girlfriend, but ended up with Thinley by his side (Just a joke Jimmy, Sorry!). We wish this wonderful human all the success in life he has ever aspired for and we are quite sure he will achieve it. His hard work and strong willpower have destined his guy for sure success. Carry on Jimmy!
Jonnada Vinay Kumar Jonnada Vinay aka Vinay is a true down to earth personality. This soft spoken, humble guy has the mannerisms of a true gentleman and is in love with the ‘Gentleman’s Game’. This guy literally eats cricket, breathes cricket, and dreams crickets. Never has he ever found sanctity in anything besides cricket. If cricket is a religion, then he is its greatest disciple. Every weekends or holidays you could easily spot him on the cricket grounds. He never misses watching even a single match. Vinay is a regular face in the hall teams and branch teams, and has won many accolades for his side. His upbeat spirit, has rescued his team from disaster on many occasions. A dedicated fan of Robin Uthappa, he hops on the fan wagon of Kolkata Knight Riders on the advent of IPL Season. However, apart from these he is into pc games and studies too. A very nice friend to have whom you can trust for anything. He is a great listener and always replies with a benign smile. With his goals in life set, this guy is certain achieve his target and become a beaming tower of success.
Lalatendu Bidyadhar Jena Lalatendu Bidyadhar Jena, aka, Lilly is cutest and most adorable guy you will ever meet. Hailing from Baleswar, this is a guy whose beard and moustache failed to introduce themselves to the outer world even when at the twilight of his graduation. He is the true epitome of cuteness with his chubby cheeks and rosy lips. A cricket aficionado, he still continues his hopeless affair with the game. An ideal son who reports everything at home from weather outside to the menu. This guy easily catches cold thus spends most of his time in the dispensary referring it as his ‘Sasural’. An ardent watcher of movies especially Telegu movies and has a bad habit of chewing his ‘Gamucha’. All jokes aside, Lala is the best guy you will ever meet. He is one of the simplest, loving person who does not harbour even a bit of bad feelings for anyone. He is a friend whom you can behold and cherish for your entire life. Sometimes he gets angry and develops a ripe red tinge on his ears and cheeks when his temper flares up. But he never leave his friends alone and will never stop until he has solved all their problems. Thank you for being a part of our journey and never change your ways. You are the greatest person, even better friend; you are the very best of us.
M.Mahdi Eskandari This boy came from Farah, Afghanistan and conquered numerous hearts at NIT. He has donned many caps during his stay here – a great footballer, an amazing chef, a true friend whom you can always depend on are some great qualities that I can recall from the top of my head. He is the true flag bearer of Afghanistan and has made us all fall in love with his amazing nation. An ardent lover of Afghani music, you can find him softly humming a few tunes. A crazy foodie who never shy’s away from tasty food, yet somehow he maintains a perfect health. His affair with food does not end at eating, this guy makes a mean biriyani and many other finger licking dishes. Football being his love (apart from his girlfriend), anyone will be shellshocked to see his skills in the field. Always ready to “bunk the class” and “remind the professors that the class is over” reveal the coy side of this serious looking guy. This guy is already on the high road to success and we pray to Allah to bestow him with everything he desires.
Manoj Kumar Biswal Hailing from the city of “Dahibara-Alu Dum”, Manoj Kumar Biswal a.k.a “Mani” is not the conventional Cuttakia. He is a fearless, sophisticated man and a C4 bomb just waiting to explode. Bugged with a short lived temper, he can be the fiercest sight if you ever tease him. An introvert by nature, he speaks to only selective people. If this guy ever strikes a conversation with you, then he can extract even your darkest secrets. He can be as lazy as a panda, but when it comes to studies he is a hardworking and disciplined guy. He never reveals the fact how he broke up with his girlfriend and always makes some fake stories to cover it up. He is apparently in a no-strings attached relationship with the “Toilet”, as he spends around 30 minutes every time he enters it. He often becomes the subject of mockery due to his dental braces. Homesick to the extreme level, he runs home whenever he gets the slightest of opportunities. A quickthinker, incorrigible and entertaining kind of person, Mani is an ardent lover of cricket. He is a great companion to have and a friend to be cherished forever. May god bless him and may he achieve all the success he is destined for..
Masihullah Alimy Masihullah Alimy aka Masih is a true stud and probably one of the most famous guy in the institute. With his auburn hair and sharp looks he has a certain female fan following which extend even beyond the institute. Hailing from the distant country of Afghanistan, this guy is adored even in this foreign land and has won many hearts here. His four years in the institute were quite eventful and happening. From being a convener in ISM to the first AIESEC president, this guy has carried out numerous responsibilities. Always ready to help in any ways possible, this guy keeps his door open to everyone. He treats his Indian friends with the delicious dry fruits from his country whenever he returns from home. A complete ‘Facebook’ addict this guy has a racy reputation for his online activities. You can find him stuck to his mobile just like glue, which invited the wrath of professors on numerous occasions. With his cute smile and his “tom cruise face”, he is pure model material. May god bestow all the success and happiness upon this guy. We wish him a happy life and all the success in life.
Md Akramuddin Ansari Md. Akramuddin Ansari aka ‘AKRU’ hailing from Giridih, Jharkhand is currently a “garib aadmi” (According to him only) who dreams to win the world. Ladies love to call this guy ‘Bandar’, while the gentlemen prefer a more realistic name ‘F**ram’. He is a famous for roaming around the institute for no apparent reason, and for his rapport among the junta of CVR and KMS. He is one of the most successful PC’s of civil engineering department, and left no stones unturned in fulfilling his duties. His athletic skills are famous all over the institute, which make him the perfect all-rounder. This nocturnal creature is a diehard adventurer, entrepreneur, with a pure heart and can bring smile over the faces of anyone. He never addresses anyone by their real name and instead prefers the term ‘Dost’. No one knows the reason behind this mystery. This Homo sapiens hasn’t really evolved much and behaves like a monkey all the time with his favorite food being banana, climbs up anything he gets may be a tree, a mountain or a plateau. With a great zeal towards contributing to society has started a very novel venture towards helping the poor the “Bless n Bliss”. We wish him all the best for his personal and professional goals and for his commitments towards the society.
Neamatullah Sedaqat If you think you’ve seen all that’s cute/mischievous in NITR, you have got to meet this guy. Hailing from Bamyan, Afganisthan Nematullah Sedaqat is the only one of his kind. With his coy smile, his auburn hair, he is like the true essence of cuteness. A wallflower in the class but he reveals his mischievous side only to his close friends. This guy likes to stay in his own bubble, but if you ever burst that bubble, then be ready for some mean blows. He loves to trade blows with anyone he can lay his hands on and pinches everyone for no apparent reasons. You may easily misconstrue this man for some kind of diplomat when you first meet him. With his well-tailored, over pressed dresses he sometimes may come as a guy who is way too serious about things. But talk to this guy and will discover a whole new side of him which is quite unique. Always with a positive attitude and vibe, this guy can melt your tension in minutes. A neatness freak he loves to keeps his room clean and is a true-blue friend. An ardent lover of movies and music, this guy loves reading novels. May almighty Allah give him more reasons to smile and bestow upon him all the success he has ever wanted in his life.
Prashant Tibrewal Presenting Prashant Tibrewal aka ‘Tibru’, one of the finest track athlete you can ever come across. This superhuman ruled the reigns in tracks, bagging multiple medals both within and outside the campus. This guy has knack for smashing records each and every time he lands on the tracks which earned him the nickname ‘Bolt’. This guy loves to flaunt his perfectly chiselled abs every time he gets an opportunity, may it be on ramp or in the hostel corridors. But he always laments on one particular topic- ‘Thoda Aur Height Hota Na, To Sab Ladki Patta Leta’. A die hard Salman Khan fan, this Bihari/Bengali loves to narrate his adventures with a lot of enthusiasm. One such incident, is his ‘Roadies Audition’. According him he was almost selected, but he had to refuse the offer because he was late for ‘Tuition’. Only the good lord knows if there is any credit to this story! Apart from his height this guy has two major problems- his voice and complexion. He has tried each and every fairness cream he could lay his hands on and torments us by asking ‘Gora Ho Gaya Na?’. But this kind hearted soul is a treat to be around and is a rare species whom you can call a ‘True friend’. Best of luck for the future Buddy. Keep Shining!
Pratyush Mohanta Pratyush Chandan Mohanta is that person who drew inspiration to become an Engineer by watching "SWADES", but instead devoted his entire time at the gym when he finally got the chance to become one. His dedication in the gym endowed him with a perfectly carved Roman Athlete physique. This Hrithik lookalike loves to go out for a jog whenever possible, may it be dusk or dawn. A classic hypocrite, this guy is someone who does not even care for classes and labs, if his gym hours are ever at stake. He is a Civil engineer who knows the composition of protein supplements better than the contents of concrete. Popularly called as “BATMAN", he is an ardent follower of superhero comics, movies and many TV series like ARROW and Flash. Someone who has a habit of dirtying his room along with his friends' rooms, he is a roommate who you never wish for. On a serious note, he is a friend who will never shy from putting even his life on the line for his friends and always sees the best in everyone. Extremely emotional but greatly patient and caring, he is a guy who is friend-zoned by almost every girl. At the end of the day he is that friend that everyone needs to have. We wish this aspiring Underwear Model all the best in life.
Rahul Kumar This guy is best described by the expression ‘Chota Packet, Bada Dhamaka’. Introducing Rahul Kumar a Superstar in the making. This guy is truly an All-Rounder, juggling between studies, acting and cricket with unimaginable proficiency. This guy landed an internship in L&T in third year, and was the only one in the department who could do so. He is on his way to represent India in Stage Drama at Switzerland and is a prolific cricketer. This is a proof of how incredible this guy is. Apart from these, Rahul’s sense of humour is quite incredible and he can literally make you roll on the floor in an instant. Coming to the flaws, firstly, this guy rarely bathes and he wears the same T-Shirt for weeks altogether. Secondly, he talks on endlessly which can be quite irritating sometimes. If you are ever caught in this tornado then your only option is to run as far away from him as possible. An excellent critic, he can point out flaws faster than a hawk spots food. Not only does he strive for self-improvement and excellence, he is an inspiration to those around him. He hates sitting idle, and his opinion of such people is they are ‘Useless’. He is destined for greatness and will never stop until he has achieved it. Please make it to big-screen as quick as possible, we can’t wait anymore..
Ramlakhan Kumar Meet Ramlakhan Kumar a true civil engineer to the core. This guy’s passion for four years remained civil only, and is the blue eyed boy of every professor. Popularly known as Ramu Kaka among his friends he is suave, sophisticated, witty and yet unconventional guy. Initially a Gmat in the sophomore year he emerged as dude in the final years landing a superdream job. A social media addict, he spends multiple hours every night browsing through Facebook, Omegle. His online activities are quite suspicious and are intended for a single purpose only (You know what I mean!). Yet sadly he has not achieved any success in that area. He keeps on misguiding us by saying ‘kuch nahi padha be abhi tak’, yet somehow he tops every time. ‘Isi liye tumhe koi girlfriend nahi mil rahi hai Ramu’. Embarrassing moment- he was caught wearing same jeans whole semester without washing a once. All jokes aside, he’s a great companion to have and a friend who would be cherished forever. One can always find a helping nature radiating from his character. He is certainly a cool-ass guy with an excellent career and a bright future ahead. We wish him all the very best for his future endeavor and hope he will make us proud.
Roshan Kumar Tarai Roshan Tarai also known as NANI, is the most cheerful guy of the branch. He always wear a smile on his face that is quite infectious (It will literally make you grin). No one has ever seen his sad or angry face, many tried to rattle him, but failed utterly. Hailing from Koraput, Odisha this guy will never refuse to help you and will always stand by your side. He was a frail guy in the fresher years and worked really hard to get the perfect manly body, but ended up with a sexy rear and an hourglass figure. This Vin Diesel aficionado, has watched Fast and Furious series nearly a million times (And I’m not kidding). Dashing with a typical walking style, Nani dreams of a body like Vin Diesel and the personality of Dominic Toretto. Known for his ridiculous fidgeting and typical jargon that makes everyone roll with laughter, but loved by all, Nani is a friend who will talk with you, walk with you, listen to you patiently, and always reassures you with his three magical words ’Haan Ma Chaliba!’(Meaning- Everything will be Fine). Even though his friends pester him a lot and sometimes make him crazy, he’s still the favorite of many because of his uniqueness that he has created a lasting impression in everyone's mind and heart. We wish him all the luck for future.
Sai Anuvab Nath Never will you see anyone with such a super cute smile like Sai Anuvab Nath and it will be an understatement calling this super-cute huggable pocket sized bespectacled person an entertainer. A fan of indoor games, he pursues Counter Strike and Carrom as a part of his life. He is simply a magician with a gaming controller in his hands and expects that he can loose a plenty of kilos if he plays carrom for few hours. One of his famous quips ” abe mo dwara kichi habani” always makes him a subject of mockery among his friends. Though bugged with a short-tempered, short lived anger if he loses a game, this evergreen, stellar comedian with an emotional core is a treat to be around. Among all the jokes and funky moves there lies beneath a serious responsible individual who loves his friends and is not afraid to try new horizons. A guy with tremendous love for chicken, he can even eats an entire KFC bucket in a single go. He will always be remembered as a guy who made us smile during our hard times, entertained us with his witty jokes during good times and treasured us as his friends. We wish him all the success in his life so that he can say to himself ‘ Mo dwara sabu haba’.
Sai Ashish Humble. Humorous. Doped. Elevated. Wasted. These are the adjectives you will associate Sai Ashish ‘Kalo’ with, the minute you see him. A zealous gamer and a shopping freak-‘Ashu’ or “Toto” as he is fondly called by his mates, is quite temperamental and never has anyone dared to get on his bad side. A die hard cricketer who never misses a single match, add to this his love for music and food he is the perfect company for vacation trip or a road trip. This chilled-out guy also relishes his occasional high-fives with almighty Bob Marley. All the stilettoes and weed jokes aside, Kalo is definitely a very humble, kind hearted and a very helpful guy. There are times when you'll be busy figuring out your life, and then you have this guy to make you stop doing that, and just learn to live it to the fullest. He's the little sparkle in the plain water, which is meant to shine under the moonlight. The transformation from being a lazybones in the first year to one of the most active boy in the institute, Kalo has evolved as a very strong, carefree and an independent personality. He has handled himself through thick and thin and has come out as an extremely mature individual. With all the love he has shared, we wish him the best of luck for his future endeavours.
Sai Paramesh Jena There’s always that guy in a group who eats like a pothead and works out like crazy but never gains an ounce of weight. Meet Sai Paramesh Jena, the 26 inched waist, frail guy from Balasore, our Romeo still searching for his Juliet. One of the best dancers of NITR, this guy can literally set the stage on fire. Whatever may be the case he reaches the SAC every evening for his dance practice. This handsome, bespectacled guy has been the cause of many heartbreaks in every places he has been. He sticks to his phone with earphones plugged in, doing WhatsApp throughout the day and giving suggestions to his ‘close ones.’ Normally calm and cool, but when irritated, he hurls strings of abuses with utmost comfort. Art and painting are a few more feathers in his cap. An aficionado of Horror Movies, Comedy videos and PJs which he enjoys listening more than speaking. His taste of music varies depending upon his mood and climate. With his “BHASI GALA” attitude, this happy go lucky guy has led a life with absolutely no remorse. He has been a source of inspiration among his peers, not only in the extra-curricular KHELAS but also in academics. As he is about to enter a new phase in his life, we wish him ALL THE BEST. BE THE WAY YOU ARE AND LIVE A LIFE WHICH MOST PEOPLE ONLY DREAM ABOUT. Cheers mate!
Sandeep Kumar Sahu Sandeep Sahu aka Sahu belongs to the beautiful district of Phulbani, Odisha. He is one of the most trustworthy friends one could have ever asked for. He loves to help everyone and is often found providing AASHRA to quite a few girls of the institute in the evenings. This person always criticizes the professors for their teaching methods. Often it looks like he doesn’t have any idea about the studies, but surprisingly he is one of the toppers of the department. If you want a real piece of advice about any subject, then it’s better to be off this guy. He will just make you more confused about your plans. The universal fact “No one can win an argument with a girl” fails in the case of Sandeep. Sandeep is a great guy. He is a peoples’ person with a great liking in meeting and interacting with new people. He likes taking walks and loves to spend some peaceful and quiet time. A fitness freak, one may find him jogging around in the evenings. Wish him all the very best for the future..
Sasanapuri Sarat Sasanapuri Sarat, popularly known as Shastri among his friends, is a very humble, gentle and docile human being. Every time you greet him, he greets you back with an amiable smile. On the first look he may appear to be a serious guy who cares only about his studies. Only when you get close to him, you can get to know his coy side. This guy is a real foodie who loves to eat at different places. A Mamma’s boy Sarat is the ideal, obedient son, who hasn’t matured much since the school days. His simplicity and trusting nature gets him into trouble regularly. Sarat is a really hardworking guy and his hard work always comes in handy for the guy who sits beside him during exams. His love for practical work make him the ideal lab partner. Most of the time he does all the lab work by himself, while his friends cool their heels. This guy is easy to talk to and remains ever ready to help his friends. We just wish that this guy grows up quickly, and learns the ways of the world. If his intelligence and brilliance is catalyzed by a small splash of smartness, this guy will achieve miracles. All the best Sarat!
Satish Varma The name is “Rudraraju Venkata Sai Satish Varma”, penname is just ‘Verma’. This guy from Andhra Pradesh is a living idol of simplicity and calmness. Satish is not famous for anything because you will find him confining himself in his room and watching movies and TV series. Not surprisingly a die-hard fan of South Indian movies and actor Prabhas, he keeps us updated with his upcoming flicks. This guy dreams of meeting Prabhas one day in person, and obtain his autograph He is a kind of adjudicator in nature, who has a srict outlook for life. Helping others is one of the good quality in him (No matter how big the help maybe). He doesn’t look at the bad qualities of others and will excuse every mistake that have been done by the others. His happy aura, his handsomeness, his helping nature makes him one of the most eligible bachelors of NITR. Beware ladies!!!
Satyabrata Mohapatra Famous in the institute as Chinu, Chua, or JD (Jajpur Don), Satyabrata Mohapatra loves to act like a Mobboss, but on the inside he is just a kid. One of the most ‘Senti’ guy in the branch, Chinu is a living proof of all the stereotypes about Jajpur District. This guy is the true definition of GMAT, come exams you can find him roaming hall to hall taking personal coaching from the toppers. His attraction for shoes is even greater than girls, and buys one or two pairs every month. But these shoes gather dust in his room, while he roams around in Woodland (To look tall, LOL). He is fond of Fast- food, and his craze for Chicken Garlic and Biryani can’t be explained in words, and he becomes Joey when it comes to food. Being a secret romantic, he has spent some considerable time in the wonderland of love in the last part of his B.Tech career. Always high on confidence, this guy looks at life with an uber-positive attitude. Narcissistic to the core, he thinks he is the Anuvab Mohanty of NITR. All jokes aside, he is a very humble guy with just a teeny tiny problem of having an ego the size of Jupiter. With his determined mindset, and positive attitude, he is someone to watch out for in the future.
Shubham Kumar Shee On the first look this guy looks like a sweet, innocent fellow, but his friends would say he is just the opposite. Shubam Kumar Shee aka Shee is a wolf hiding in sheep’s clothes. For the outside world and professors he acts like an introvert but in front of friends he is a different person altogether. This fun loving, mischievous guy is most certainly a part of every fiasco in the department and in the hall. Most of the time you can find him playing either Counter Strike or Chess. Yet somehow this guy managed to score excellent grades and land a superdream job. After fresher year, this handsome Bengali guy developed a huge crush on a beautiful belle. But he could never muster enough courage to approach her directly. He continued his hopeless romance in a subtle yet cunning manner. Asking her pen even if he had one, asking her doubts whenever he got a chance, yet he could not move past that stage. His friends persuaded him a lot to be brave, but they were greeted with the same reply ’Raha Be!’. We wish him the best, both for his personal and professional life and pray that this guy achieves everything he has ever dreamed for. All the Best!
Siddhartha Majhi Siddharth Majhi aka ‘Sid’ is not the typical ‘Boy Next Door’ type of guy. Many wonder about his choice of career, because his out of book knowledge about history, politics and world as a whole is truly appreciable. A tab or kindle in his hand is the only stuff constant with him. This intellectually inspired, politically driven person never refuses a discussion or argument on any topic. He is among a very few vegetarians in the campus who actually never succumbed to the temptation of Non-Veg food. This Berhampuria loves to talk about his crush, with whom he fell in love at the tender age of sixteen. But he could never achieve success in this matter. Although this guy was rarely a part of any extra-curricular activity, he has a wide variety of interests and his book list is also quite impressive. A very cool minded guy who never gets annoyed on anything, it’s a privilege when you his friend. He loves roaming around the campus with no reason whatsoever. People think him to be a bit crazy, but he is the type of crazy who have the ability to change the world. His future endeavors are destined for success as this guy has the strength to pursue them. May the Force be with you!
Subham Agrawal Subham Agrawal aka Agru is one of the laziest persons you will ever meet. He is so busy in lying in his bed that he doesn’t even bother about other things happening in his room or in the outside world. His sharp mind and “marwadiness” makes him annoying sometimes. He doesn’t come to classes often, studies only on exam night but still scores like a GMATs. He is quite an ambitious lad who perfectly knows his priorities. When he decides to do something, he would do it no matter how difficult it may be. Be it a matter of achieving a goal in football, achieving a target GPA, finishing a number of books or even finishing a TV series, he does it before deadline and does it with flying colors. He's not a big party beast but he has his own ways of having fun. The official good movie advisor, that's what he is when it comes to movies. Never at rest; always works towards achieving better than his previous achievements. This foreign MS aspirant has had his eyes set on cracking the GRE since fresher year and has never even thought of an alternative. That's what makes him one of the guys in NIT who have the most promising future. We wish him all the luck..
Suraj Kumar Suraj Kumar aka 'Chikna' hails from Allahabad ‘Central’. This fellow looks like a model from ‘Fair & Handsome’ ads. He is as fair as milk, and his charms are one of a kind in the in Civil Department. An avid footballer, a cool person and a WWE fan, are the keywords by which he can be defined. A WWE fan, never misses even a single match of ‘John Cena’. He has watched ‘FRIENDS’ TV series 10+ times and plans to watch it a few more times. He is an online shopping freak and spends most of his time searching for discounts and offers. This guy has a wardrobe of almost all the colors of rainbow. His hopeless love life can be explained by the expression: ‘Iski Jo Crush Hai, Uspe Already Bahut Rush Hai’. Whenever any assignment is given the first thing that comes out of his mouth are ‘ABE YAAR, Phir Se!’. Reaching late to the class is like his second hobby. He, likes the six pack body but due to his laziness, is still a family pack guy. Most of the time his dining places are JO’Z and HEX. He keeps on smiling all time and thinks that is the reason for his “SMALL” eyes. Have faith in yourself and become the guy you have always dreamed to be.
Suraj Kumar Beriwal Suraj Kumar Beriwal or “Beri” as his pals affectionately call him is a charismatic figure in the institute. Hailing from the beautiful district of Bargarh,he is the most adorable guy of the branch. His dashing and trendy looks make him appealing among the girls, a secret crush of the many. You would find in him, a fashion diva blended with all the humbleness- a perfect blend (Oooo la la!). It is very uncommon these days to find a guy so cool and good-hearted. He has an affinity towards the game of chess. “Hot as a chilly but chills everyone like a beer” may be the perfect one-liner for him. He would strike up a conversation with you so easily and keep you engaged with his humorous jokes. He is also an ambitious man with brains. Not so surprisingly, he is the topper of his class. He knows to strike a perfect balance between his academics and extra-curricular activities. Suraj is an active member of the institute’s dance club Synergy, and is well-known in the entire institute for his popular Bollywood grooves. A wonderful, considerate, thoughtful, kind and a generous person, as we know him, Suraj is always ready to render help and give treats to his juniors which is a contradiction in the case of a Marwadi. Suraj, we wish you the best luck for all your future endeavors.
Thrinlaay Dorjeey Thinley Dorji, aka ‘Thrindox’, hails from the mystical land of Kangpara, Bhutan. This guy is the sweetest and cutest of Civil Engineering Department. Always wearing a smile on his face, this football freak is a fan of ‘Chelsea’ and FCB. This guy never misses a match and will make the arduous journey to the TV room if necessary. Messi being his football role model, he always tries to emulate the magic of Messi’ leg into his own game while on the ground. A very active guy on social media, with tons of followers on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and anything you can think of that runs on the world wide web. He is very expressive in a blunt manner, and in a way is like a blogger. His tag lines for every post is like a private message for someone special. A backbencher in class but always manages to get the attention of almost all the Profs because of his business on phone. Thinley is a self-made man who never gives a damn about the opinion of other. His attitude and his intellect will surely take him places. Best of luck mate!
Ugyen Wangchuk Introducing Mr. Ugyen Wangchuk hailing from Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Many people think that he belongs to the royal family of Bhutan due to his surname. But he quickly clears any doubt in this regards. A football freak with an added WWE mania which is hidden somewhere in his heart. Most of the time this guy can be found roaming here and there on “Skate Board”. Loves to flaunt his skills on the skateboard, you can find him improving on his craft in Hall-8 or LA lawn. A cool guy from outside and a hidden GMAT, this guy thinks that getting good CGPA is like winning the World War. ‘PAIN IS TEMPORARY, CGPA IS PERMANENT’ is a quote that best suits this guy. This guy is a huge fan of Messi and tries to implement his magic tricks in the football ground. Sometimes the magic works, sometimes it doesn’t, but this guy has never given up on football. He is in a secret relationship with his hair and returns with a new hairstyle every time he goes to Bhutan. He is the only guy who never buys a cloth in India, always gets it from Bhutan. An utterly confident guy, he will never let an opportunity slip when it comes to ladies. Wishing him all the luck for the future, Adios Amigo!
Vikash Kumar Vikash kumar aka Baba, is a complete entertainment package. Resembling a Bhojpuri actor, baba is good at acting, singing and flirting. You can call him Chickipedia as he has the complete database of NITR girls. His candid words and comical expressions can bring a smile on your face even on your worst days. Behind his ever happy face there is an optimistic person who keeps on repeating " Kahin na kahin to pahuch hi jaenge yaar". His adventure in train and bus are famous all over the institute, where our hero Baba was just about to impress a girl but somehow gets interrupted every time. His enthusiasm will almost make you believe his story and makes you feel as if you were present there itself. You can always find him roaming in the hostel corridors promoting his YouTube channel ‘baba rahi’ or in his room stuck with Facebook. His receding hairline was a constant worry for him in his entire engineering career and tried every possible way to stop it. But don’t worry Baba you are great as you are and we all love and cherish you now and forever. We pray that he finds his stardom soon enough and finally fulfills his lifelong dream of signing an autograph.
Ziaulrahman Ziaulrahman Alkozay or ‘Zia’ is the most affectionate guy you can ever come across. You can easily spot this guy in the institute, courtesy of his iconic beard and attire. . On the very first look he may look like a pretty much serious guy in his traditional Kurta and Pyjama and long beard, but in fact he is a very fun loving guy himself. Initially even the Professors found it very hard to believe that he is a student and not a faculty. Normally a pretty silent guy in the class, Zia cracks some jokes which are really irresistible. And if you are ever in his company, then he can keep you entertained for an entire day. You are a very lucky person if you get him as a lab partner as he possesses great love towards practical works. In fact, every single guy of the Civil Department has a dream of seeing him in a pair of jeans and a t-shirt, which was fulfilled partially during the departmental photoshoot. His ‘Formal Avatar’ at the photoshoot left us all astonished. This man has a heart of gold and we wish nothing but happiness and success for the rest of his life. May the almighty grace him with everlasting happiness..
Amit Kumar Nayak Amit Kumar Nayak AKA "Amit Bhai" AKA "The Designer" is one hell of a person having multiple qualities to boast of. Designing and social service are two of his favourite trades. Social and amicable, Amit likes to spend a lot of his time working for others selflessly without asking for anything in return. He has spent most part of his sophomore and junior year in central workshop, busy building HPVs and Go-Karts among other notable products. With an unsatiable appetite, Amit has the finest of choices when it comes to food. A trustworthy and helpful friend Amit is ever ready to steer his friends through difficult times. A multitasker by nature ,music is his constant companion. His versatility and originality has helped him to carve out a niche of his own. His unique charm and not to forget his dimple can woo all the ladies around him. A smooth talker, he knows his way to cast the best first impression. His cool temperament makes him popular among his juniors. He lives by the mantra: “Be patient, be Amit.”
Arpit DEEPAK Kulkarni Also known as Appu, Strider, Bhau and Daniyal, Arpit is a calm, composed guy who becomes an over energized “Maratha Manush” in no time like the “Hulk”. He is the living embodiment of a child trapped in an adult’s body. Finding pleasure in the smallest and simplest things is his life mantra. But this shy, gentleman transforms in no time into an aggressive gaming enthusiast when it comes to playing Counter Strike, FIFA and NFS. With an infectious laughter and whetted appetite for humour, Arpit has earned quite a reputation as the laughter champion among his friends. During exams, the number of people in his room can put coaching institutes to shame. His friends believe that the only reason he is single is his love for food. No love of any kind can ever surpass that. His relationship with his headphone has been witnessed by one and all. Be it any lab or class, you can always find him with his headphone plugged in his ear. He is a serial headphone slayer. No headphone has ever survived more than a week. A trustworthy source has confirmed that currently, he is using his 4th keyboard, 7th mouse, 2ndcharger and god knows which phone. Not many people know, but Arpit too has that “dance ka keeda” in him, a hidden talent that we got to know about during the ethnic fest. A very grounded individual, his humility is what makes him stand out in the crowd.
Ashish Sahoo He is popularly known as “Bara” for his unconditional affection towards this special dish. Ashish is the cute chubby persona of Industrial Design arsenal, who speaks more with his impulsive hand movement rather than vocal intonation. He is one of those brands of people who have an insatiable desire for learning something new and improvising their skills. A true designer from heart , his uncompromised passion and dedication has set infinity as the boundary for his artistic endeavours. He is often so immersed in his ethereal world that he has no issues wearing 2 different slippers to class. Dressing sense is not a matter of concern, he can rush into any party with any T-shirt. Through his analytical bent of mind and creative insights, he is appreciated by all. He is a far sighted guy and thus makes optimum utilization of time for a constructive purpose. When the whole of his batch was gearing up for placements, he was already placed, working as a CAD designer. Like they say ‘Big things come in small packages’, Ashish best justifies this. If you hear someone in the department say - “Kan kala seh!” ; with all the confidence you can be sure it is ‘The matrix’ somewhere nearby.
Aakash Peeri The “enigma” of Industrial Design, this guy is fondly known as “peerika” for his sensitive nature. Peeri is known for his conflicting interests. On one hand, he has a poignant interest in playing guitar and dancing while at the same time, he chooses to spend his time in contemplation and deep introspection. But his friends often complain regarding his juvenile tantrums. He often undergoes a “maun vrat” over some trivial issue which his friends wouldn’t even know of. However, one cannot deny that this guy has a heart of gold and would leave no stone unturned when it comes to helping friends in tough situations or otherwise. He is true to his name. When it comes to honesty, humility or magnanimity, he knows no bounds. These virtues of his have been known to often land him in heaps of trouble. The “unofficial” CR of our department, he shows extraordinary levels of zeal and energy to make sure that any activity is carried out to perfection. Obsessed with cleanliness, his room becomes the “adda” for almost every guy of our branch during the examinations. But his obsession does not end with cleanliness. He has fixated his mind on qualifying the much coveted exam of our country and become an IAS officer. We wish him all the best and hope that this “dildaar dude” fulfills all his ambitions.
Bharat Apat Popularly known as “Animatron”, “ The God” and “Maalik”, this skinny techie is ironically a big fan of WWE. He is a designer by profession, a dancer by heart and a director by brain.A dancing aficionado, his freestyle popping performances are literally a treat to watch. Needless to say, “Animatron” has a huge fan following. There are guys who follow his dance-style religiously. With his well-crafted punch words in a typical “khanti odia” accent , this “puri toka” is a pro in throwing one liners. “Bas Bas” and “Chussa” are his all-time favorite catch phrases. With his sleazy innuendos, he can steer any conversation to a whole new level of awkwardness. His impeccable sense of humour and timing can surely bring you down on your knees bursting out with laughter. With a straight-forward and practical approach to life, Bharat is quite an adaptable guy with ambitious hopes and an inspiring charisma. Self-made and a voracious learner describe him the best. Never falling short of original and imaginative ideas, he is the most creative and witty guy you will ever find. Redefining sincerity, punctuality, dedication and creativity, he is a guy you can always rely upon.
Biswaksen Patnaik With a relentless quest for perfection, and an extraordinary flair for art; finesse that often exudes brilliance, Biswaksen Patnaik is truly the trailblazer amongst his peers. He is free spirited and remains a true Bohemian, a rare trait among contemporary engineers; notorious for fixating on unorthodox design projects and completing them with utmost ease. His love affair with design began in sophomore year and there's been no looking back since. The teetotaler of his squad, Biswaksen often dons the role of the Good Samaritan for his friends. He moves around with his iPad in hand and constantly pushes his project partner to match his standards of perfectionism. After pocketing an internship in Singapore and tasting success at such a young age, he remains down to earth and humble. Biswaksen's countenance and his unswerving loyalty to tandoori food makes him a popular guy in his circles. His unflinching determination, clarity of vision and the flamboyance of his designs will certainly take him to greater heights in life. The camaraderie built up through these four years is one that'll last a lifetime and we'd like to extend an effusive Godspeed to him.
Dhiraj Pandagre Everyone needs a Dhiraj Pandagre in his/her life. “Dhiru Bhai”, “Pan-danger”, “Rinku”, the list of nicknames doesn’t end for this guy. Always the last guy to get ready in the group. With a killing size zero figure which can put any model to shame, Dhiraj is a real big time comedian, having fun with one and all. One wonders how can such a big heart so easily fits into his two-dimensional figure. A selfless, gullible person at heart, he makes sure that people around him are always at ease and are happy. A funloving person with a happy-go-lucky attitude, he’s kind, jovial, passionate, and all good that you can ever combine in a soul. He has a very imaginative and creative mind, a kind of artistic intellectual. A regular latecomer to the class, he always comes up with the most hilarious excuses for the professors. He will take up a task only when he has full faith in it. Otherwise you can hear him say, “Yar, pheeling nahi aa rahi hai. Pheeling ana sabse important hai”. With a “dream big” attitude, he is daring enough to work hard and live up to his dream. Having poor navigation skills and direction sense, he’d often get lost in Hall 8. A pure veggie, his love for “masala dosa” is phenomenal. From being Momma boy, a decent studious boy and a national sports person in the first year, Dhiraj is evolved to be a carefree, badass, cool and definitely handsome man, who can take on all odds, well after one nap.
Gorapalli Khagan Kedarnath Aka ‘Khaggu’ ,‘goliath’ ,’big foot’, ‘the giant’, ‘Kedar’ and the list won’t end. A huge tall figure heighted 6’2’’ with a foot size of 13 is what physically describes this guy Khagan. He is popular for his imported chappals from Australia. A core member of Third Eye, the photography club of NITR, he has been great at breathing life into inanimate objects and bringing out the best behind the lens. The globe trotter of NITR, this guy has a passport worthy of being envious. His wanderlust has had him cover 13 countries as far as travelling is concerned and is planning to tour the entire world before he dies. His day starts with sarcasm and extends till he runs out of sarcastic remarks for every question thrown at him. He has never told us where from all the money comes for tourism and always dodges off with a clean-exaggerated story of smuggling business his family runs in South-East Asia. Despite his riches he remains down to earth. He happens to be a former state tennis player –a hidden aspect of him which we came to know in his final year. With a multi-talented personality like him ,he is sure to go places. “Mera joota hai Japani,ye patloon Englishtani,sar pe laal topi Rusi ,phir bhi dil hai Hindustani”- more than Raj Kapoor this song best suits him.
Jevin John A person with wiry-grey hair swaying in the breeze as he struts along the road, portraying his pearly white jaw set, is enough to confirm that it is Jevin. A hopeless romantic, a loving friend with a heart of gold, and a mentor to his juniors is what concisely describes him. He is a proud Keralite who boasts about everything related to the place, be it the terrains, the food or the people. He loves driving and dreams of exploring every corner of his home state on the 4 wheels. He ardently believes that the only necessary requirements for one's living is good food and a vehicle to drive. Although a diehard fan of Brock Lesner he freaks out at the sight of the tiniest of snakes. An ardent Batman fan, he has lines from the movie 'incorrectly' scribbled on his walls. With his impeccable english he would make one wonder if he took a leap from the Colonial Era. He is one of those guys who can walk around in lungi and shades and pull it off with extreme levels of “dude-ness”. While his body has evolved in accordance to Da Vincian proportions, his mind is still stuck in its childhood. This man has big dreams for his life ahead and is sure to achieve them with his ability and strong will for he believes that “If you are good at something, never do it for free.”
Jyotirmayee Das “Jyo”, “Mojo Jojo” and “Slow mo jo”. Yeah, that’s what her friends call her. A great singer, graceful dancer and the most important of all, one of the greatest friends one can have. These words say everything there is to know about Jyoti. Well, these and one more word : “slow”. Be it walking to class or eating in the mess, Jyoti makes sure she does it at a speed that would even piss off a tortoise following her. Her thick round glasses, has earned her the title of “Babu Rao”. In the dead silence of the night, sometimes all you can hear is the her shrill laughter which can send a chill up your spine. But behind those thick glasses and sluggish demeanour, there’s a girl full of vigour and vitality. Her vibrant smile comes as a relief to the sore eyes. Jyoti has a prism-like personality. From being an avid reader to a strong supporter of feminism, she plans to uplift the societal status of women. From being a damsel in distress to a damsel in distressed pair of jeans ( She’s fashion savvy too!), Jyo can handle it all. She follows the mantra ‘der aye durust aye’ in life. Be it slow but she desires perfection in all her actions.
Pragyan Prakash Parida A tough, competitive and an uncompromising individual, Pragyan maintains his sangfroid during trying times which often keeps him on top of his game. Popularly known among his friends as “Praggy”, he’s a habitual late comer to the class, thereby attracting the professors’ attention for all wrong reasons. In these fours years, no one has ever seen him come to a class with a pen. With a laidback, nonchalant attitude, Pragyan’s meticulous nature often evades the eyes of the onlookers. Striving for perfection in all his endeavors, Pragyan is satisfied with nothing less than the best. Be it academic or extra-curricular activities, he aims to master it all. A former sports secretary of SAC, Pragyan is a sports enthusiast, excelling in volleyball, swimming, cricket and TT. He has proved his mettle in the academic sphere as well. Having a knack for mechanical subjects, he is the “go-to” guy for his friends, a night before the examination. A lover of cruiser bikes,in the time to come, Pragyan dreams of buying a Harley Davidson and explore the new terrains on the two wheels. Not many know, but Pragyan is not only a gifted artist but is also famous among his friends for imitating Mahesh Babu’s moves. His funny, bizzare hindi accent has always been a daily dose of laughter for his friends. “Sochna kya jo bhi hoga dekha jayega” describes his life mantra.
Rahul Tripathy This gigantic guy can seldom be spotted on the insti road with a notebook mercilessly tucked in the back pocket of his jeans. With a towering height of over 6 feet and a contagious, heart-melting smile, Rahul comes off as a lazy lad with an “I don’t give a damn” attitude. He has earned quite a reputation for himself, having missed most of the classes in any semester. Once in a blue moon, he makes an appearance in the classroom which even surprises the professors. Behind this apparent façade he hides very many qualities. From a being gagster to a creative genius, Rahul can exude efficient management skills and at the same time tickle your funny bones. Blessed with a mesmerizing voice, he often forgets the lyrics of the song while performing on stage. With his impressive height, mischievous smile and not to forget impeccable sense of humor, Rahul surely knows his ways with the ladies. But his first love was and will always be football. A fervid fan of Real Madrid, he religiously follows Christiano Ronaldo. FIFA enthusiast, he can be found in the shades of his room, tapping his keyboard engrossed in the game of FIFA, ruthlessly castigating his opponents. He believes in living life king size. Magnanimous, caring and amicable, Rahul never fails to stand by his friends in all situations.
Rajat Meena Tagged as the coolest guy of his department, this guy lives well up to his name. Known for his unique (and bizzare!) hair and beard styles, this guy definitely pumps up the style quotient of the entire department all by himself. Exuding enthusiasm and energy, Rajat is a self-proclaimed ninja badshah. With sky-rocketting adrenaline levels, he has earned quite a reputation as the “daredevil” of N ITRKL. Often seen with his skateboard, he is credited with making skateboarding a raging trend among the NITRKL fraternity. Having a plethora of talents, Rajat has tried his hands at, literally everything. From walking the ramp to setting the stage on fire with his deadly moves, this “tharki chokro” has never failed to mesmerize us with his swag. “Rajjo” is also known for his “Bhokali Productions” that indulges in making movies of a particular genre, the one that makes you wanna hit your head on the wall. An ardent devotee of Lord Shiva, he believes that “baba ka Prasad” can deliver us from the toughest of the situations and in there lies the answers to all our problems. A craze among girls, Rajat never falls short of catching the attention of the ladies. His innocent smile and those puppy eyes make the uphill task of wooing the ladies, a cakewalk. A muti-tasker, he can talk, annoy and irritate you at the same time. All in all, a great friend one can ask for, Rajat lives by the principle “You Only Live Once”.
Ravi Prakash Famous in the batch as ‘Ravi Kishan’,’Litti Bhai’ ,this lad from Bihar has a geeky yet innocent looking face which instantly brings a sigh of relief to anyone who needs a quick review about anything or everything in life. He successfully manages to carry around his ‘bihari swag’ everywhere he goes often touching everyone's heart on the way. He possesses a razor sharp memory along with a very good sense of humour. A food freak who eats almost everything he comes across. He is a religious fan of robotics and keeps his room filled with castor wheels, breadboard,wires,LEDs and the list goes on. His passion for robotics pushes him to build robots and planes in his leisure time. His brain and tongue are programmed at totally opposite speeds with an odd yet perfect combination of 12GB RAM brain and 200Mhz tongue speed. His unique bihari accent makes a permanent imprint on your brain and you are bound to say –“aap explain bahut achha karte hain”. Therefore he is sometimes referred to as the Rhancho of our class. Ravi’s favourite phrase is “chalen?” It can be anything from ‘class’,’khane’ to ‘party’ and he is ever ready for it in a flash.
Sandeep kumar Gupta Failing to add even a pound of weight in these four years, “SKG” is the “Chintamani” of our branch. An adroit designer, he harbors great passion for designing and aspires to carve a niche for himself in this field. Simple living and high thinking is the unsaid motto of his life. An introvert by nature, Sandeep keeps himself busy in his own work. But when with his friends, he turns into a whole new person, doing the craziest and funniest things one can possibly do. A follower of Courseera and Edx, he possesses an insatiable hunger for learning anything and everything new. Inspite of his in-depth knowledge in the field of design, his modesty is exemplary. But when it comes to attending classes, he is a believer of the saying “der aaye durust aaye”. He makes sure to enter any class at least twenty minutes after it starts.A good man at heart, he never says no to anyone who ask him for any help and doesn’t bear grudges against anyone. All in all, he is a gem of our branch who promises a friendship valued by all.
Sankalp Sundaray Sankalp Sundaray, with a height of 6’2” towers over most people in this institute, is unabashedly himself in all circumstances. A connoisseur,he’s a pro at Chess, and has varied taste in music. His Instagram feeds evince his predilection for airplanes.He can name the model of any random airplane just by viewing its image,livery, such is his enthusiasm about them. A narcissist, and a pedant, he’s concerned about everything in his realm from the aglet to the tyres of his car, his lifeline in this institute. He was often found outside the class in the first year for being mischievous during the lectures; and he’d enjoy his time outside, grinning, unashamed, rather proud. Intrepid of the consequences, he has always run amok. One can dovetail Sankalp and mischief without the blink of an eye. He has a short lived affair with his semester studies, prior to the exams only. He walks into the examination hall only to forget what examination he’s supposed to take ! His hermetism is well founded. Inane ideologies, canards about him blast into smithereens when one gets to know him inside out. Belligerent and bellicose when the situation calls for it, it behoves Sankalp to raise his voice at the slightest indignation. Sankalp will be an ardent policymaker in the foreseeable future, and he will prove his mettle in all his future endeavours.
Sayon Mondal Hailing from the land of rossogullas and sandesh, this “bengali babu” is as sweet as “mishti dahi”. One of the most popular guys of NITRKL, Sayon is a happy go lucky guy who savours all the flavours that life has to offer. “Been there, done that” truly defines the motto of his life. He is famous as the “ guy in red crocs”. With a carefree attitude, he often spends the three hours of any lab browsing through all tourist sites, always planning one trip or the other. He seizes every moment and lives them to the fullest. But don’t get fooled by his sweet and calm demeanor. Underneath this composed exterior, lies a party animal that comes out once few drinks go in. While most of the guys in our college spare no effort to impress the ladies, Sayon is a natural when it comes to winning the hearts of the girls and has built quite a field record. He belongs to a rare species of people who believe in good food equals good life. A believer of “Action speaks louder than words”, Sayon has added feathers to his hat by earning appreciation and rewards for his works. A cocktail of fun, fervor and frolic, everyone must have a Sayon in their friend circle.
Siba Prasad Sahoo When all the prudent persons in the world were busy relaxing, the world marked the birth of a quirky personality, as he prefers to call it “Sandha Marka Toka“, from a small town of Cuttack, who is now being recognized by the name “Baaaaa”. Such is the personality of this boy, he never fails to be perceptible in a crowd, not because of his vibrant personality, but the ebullient atmosphere he brings with his peculiar response to different circumstances. Famous for his eccentric sartorial choices, this boy is rather more famous for his unique vocalization of his dialect, and knowingly or unknowingly is the father of some famous insti lingos like “Aailu Aailu Tike”, “Chalunu Ratha Yatra Jiba” etc. Such is the paradoxical nature of his behavior, he consults everyone for slightest of matters, only to discard those and “chaaalenge” (pun intended”) you to his own solution. Because of this ironical nature of his behavior, he always ends up earning himself jibes of his contemporaries. This sleepyhead, who is always in a state of “just soichi”, is always found either napping or surfing offers and reading reviews on different e commerce sites. You want to sell anything on flipkart, write some false good reviews and you will definitely find Siba as one of your loyal customers. An ardent chess player and a self-proclaimed mythological guru (whose spirituality always heightens only during the peak exam hours), this four year has transformed this small town boy to an independent, nonchalant and care-free individual. A dependable and trustworthy friend, he has always been a helping hand to almost every person he knows. May all his dreams come true.
Sharvani Supreiya Sweet, geek, different (read ‘weird’), flamboyant – words well suited for the epic drama queen that is Sharvani Supreiya. Lost in her own tune, she is the queen of her own world. An ambivert in true sense, she keeps her friends close and enemies closer. When life gives her lemons, she garnishes it atop a glass of vodka and goes to sleep. She has a knack for finding solution to any challenge that life throws at her, leaves no stone unturned to immaculately complete the task she has been entrusted with. A cleanliness freak, she is an embodiment of loyalty, integrity, and honesty. She pens down poems in solitude. An avid music lover, her choice of music is far from what is considered “girl-like” and same goes for her choice of television series ranging across all genres, a mix of odds. She has been the saviour of her batchmates, thanks to her immaculate taking down of class lectures. She is a martinet, and has a penchant for routined and disciplined life. She is extremely skilled at convincing anyone who has an opinion that she does not agree with. She has no pretense for anyone, and would not hesitate to speak her heart out under any circumstances. Confidence, exuberance, jubilation, magnanimity, she has it all, and is the best of the persons that one can come across.
Surajit Barad “Start wide, expand further and never look back”, said by Arnold Schwarzenegger, this statement is aptly suited for this guy. The first time one talks to him, he would make an impression of a shy guy. But the more one talks, he comes out as an extrovertly wonderful person. He’s usually referred to by his surname “Barad” rather than as Surajit. He exemplifies the phrase “chota packet bada dhamaka”. His name has become synonymous to FSAE. Witnessing is passion for automobiles, one is forced to believe that instead of a heart Surajit probably has Yamaha R6 engine pumping brake oil through his veins and a chassis forming his skeletal structure. Such is his dedication towards his work that more often than not he ends up spending nights working in workshop and even sleeping there itself. Needless to say, through these nights when he tries to evade sleep, tea has been Suarajit’s constant companion. A cup of tea is automatically ordered everytime he enters Hex. He is one of the few people who have come really ahead in life but have still held on to their humility and values. Believing in getting things done without making a fuss, Surajit has evolved into a silent leader who keeps his emotions under check and never complains. He’s been an inspiration to all the juniors and one of the best friends one can ask for.
Sonalisa Patel The academic oxygen of ID department and the author of ‘Pre-semester Photocopies’, Sonalisa is famous for her nocturnal abilities and depressing WhatsApp updates. Fondly known among her friends, as 'sona','patel','dadi ma', this versatile girl has mastered all fields from curricular to extracurricural. A core member of Synergy dance crew, a dean nominated manager of SAC and an ace athlete of the institute, this lady is the golden girl of her branch. She has added many feathers to her cap with her unrelenting efforts and the never-ending urge for improvement. Her meticulous habits has earned her the title of “Miss Perfectionist”. Even her rough notebooks look better and well-kept than most of our fair notes. But she is unarguably the “troll queen” of NITR. Her shrill laughter and peculiar Sambalpuri accent has been a source of constant laughter among her friends. Very few people know, but this tomboyish attitude that she carries around is simply a façade. Underneath the skin of a rough and tough tomboy, there lies a girl, who has got the purest of the hearts and the sharpest of the minds. ”I was still a tomboy at heart and cared little about what I wore, just so long as it wasn’t a dress”. That is our Sonalisa. Basically she’s a girl with the personality of a dude.
Thota Seshu Kumar Seshu, ‘Chechu’, ‘Buss’, reminds you of Obi Wan Kenobi from the Star Wars. A man of few words, almost saint like, he is a true gentleman. Don’t let those introvert looks fool you as he is a very friendly man. Whenever you go to him at the time of crisis, he is always ready to extend help. Every conversation with him proves to be fruitful. He is a very hardworking man who always tries to give his hundred percent in whatever endeavour he embarks upon. His determination knows no bounds. If he fixates on something, he will see the end of it at any cost. He has the best productive hobbies anyone could have. Whenever he is free, he tries to find an interesting course online and starts learning it. If he gets bored of sitting in front of his laptop, he goes out to play cricket, which he is really good at. Otherwise, he loves to code. He is a techie who is always informed about the latest inventions in the technology. He adores Elon Musk and Steve Jobs. He is a true erudite who always thinks he isn’t working up to his full potential. His habits and hobbies really show his passion and they will surely take him to great heights in the future.
Tridev Dash Tridev aka TD, is very famous for his attitude, smile and singing. If you have ever heard a person singing loudly in D-block of MSS hall, then you heard him. He is also a good poet, harmonium player and a good orator. This ever cheerful guy can be found rushing here and there at the 11th hour of exam. Try interrupting his activities during exam; you can't imagine how furious he shall become. A guy who was lamenting for getting ID branch and too much worrying about placement, became the 1st person in the branch to nail a Dream job. He often repeats stories. When asked, he gives an excuse,"i don't remember having told you this. Anyway, you have to listen!" Having undergone a four year transformation from introvert to extrovert to stud to spiritualist, he has clearly set himself aside from the overcrowded materialistic world and is spiritually growing in his own cozy little world. Ask any question, he can immediately relate it to Krishna Consciousness and offer solutions quoting from 'Bhagavad Gita'. Apart from these, he has an inquisitive nature which constantly helps him to grow from within. His favorite quote is "Why long for a pleasure that doesn't stay for long".
Tummala Phani Chowdary He is ‘funny’,’God of snakes’ and the ‘baava’ of our batch. People describe him as ‘idle’ because of his love of sleep but if you closely observe him, he is not idle instead he is buffering for something bigger. His fetish for online shopping is satisfied every month by spending about 10-15 thousand per month on things of little importance. He is the able suitor for every girl in his chat list therefore the sex ratio in his chat list is evenly balanced with girls desperately waiting in queue for his reply. He’s always been the victim of sarcasm but he enjoys it with open arms. At the time of exams he becomes the best example of a valve which only receives information but doesn’t let anything out. He is one person who does not speak anything unless the water level reaches his head. He is strong with his decisions but weak in implementing them. Apart from this he’s a food freak whose favorite dish is chicken and he religiously visits the mess during days of chicken. As quiet as a fox, ‘Funny’ is often found reading Telugu newspaper lost in the world of TDP politics. He dreams to join the politics and stand from his block one day to bring about the change he wants to see. We wish you all the luck for it , dear Phanindra.
Udatthu Uttham Aka ‘uttapam’, ‘the bro’,’ultimate uthham’ literally translated to excellent, this guy has the longest name in our branch. He has this ability to easily become the trendsetter in any group. A technocrat ready to help with any gadget problem you face. He is famous for being a pro in playing all PC games without leaving any hence often referred as a gaming nut. He is one of the pioneers who were responsible for the popularization of Clash of Clans in NIT. His laptop has 12GB RAM, with all the Adobe softwares which you see him working on every time you enter his room with songs playing in the back in his 5.1 sound speakers. With his gregariousness comes the confidence that always creates a positive vibe in his company. His enthusiasm is infectious . He has this rare talent of solving Rubik’s cube in less than 30 seconds. A very happy-go-lucky kind of a guy who always manages to keep his calm amidst the worst of situations. Amidst all this you see a guy who is kind and generous , caring and above all a good human who keeps his life simple. With this mantra he keeps himself always happy. His never say no attitude is the best thing you will find in him. His famous quote includes "Rock Cheddam".
Upasana Behera “Upasana, the art of achieving God.”Popular as ‘Saanaa’ and ‘Upa’, she claims to have been named after the protagonist of Steven Spielberg directed animated series "Pinky and the Brain” who once described Pinky as "the insane one" and most wouldn't differ from that. Aka ‘Bro’, she can effortlessly switch from being boyish to being a bombshell hottie to being a demure lady within a matter of minutes. Extremely dedicated towards her game of badminton, she can hit those 16 geese feathers quite hard. Badminton’s not all, she also offers punditry in most of the others. Besides sports, she is equally adroit in other fields too, viz. academics, dancing and walking the ramp. She is a perfectionist and also a disciplinarian - she has a knack of keeping people around her in line, not with her words but with her commanding persona. At times she could be as strict as your 10th grade’s most badass teacher, but underneath the tough exterior lies a waggish heart which comes up with those trademark picturesque jokes that makes people spew. People are usually flabbergasted at her fast learning ability in the last minute that easily fetches her good grades in tough subjects, even after spending much of her time in badminton court or at her future home, in Cuttack. She intends to become a fruitful civil servant and may the force be with her in her pursuit of happiness and prosperity.
V Sharath Chandra Reddy This handsome lad who can give any South Indian actor a run for their money is none other than our beloved Sharath. With an innocent smile always plastered on his face, Sharath is the ultimate prankster among his friends and always ends up winning hearts with his pleasant personality. An avid gamer, he remains glued to his phone at all times playing Clash of Clans with two accounts running simultaneously. Sharath is much loved and revered among the Gulti gang, juniors and seniors alike. His active role during any college elections has turned him into an influential neta. This congressman is proclaimed to be the “Godfather” of the elections with the power to turn the outcomes in any direction. His love life in NITRKL and beyond has been the envy of every guy. With his natural charisma, he has mastered the art of wooing the ladies. But there is so much more to this guy than he lets on. Fully dedicated towards his goal, Sharath is known to have devoured every book there is for CAT preparation. We hope that his never ending efforts and hard work will yield the results that he desires. A perfect blend of simplicity and humility, Sharath carries a cool attitude and his optimism can be quite contagious.
Abinash Kar Abinash stirs up everyone`s mind with his unique lifestyle that ranges from serious but long question solving techniques to miraculously reaching the exam hall ten minutes late every time for most of his five years. Fondly called Einstein, he is a friend who will always say it in your face whether you like or not. His goals and perception of life is clear. He believes that a person with self-esteem can never get offended or should not even bother what other say. Deep sleep is his forte, an addiction particularly damaging to him on hall functions and parties as he slumbers through his night. He has a very imaginative and creative mind, a kind of artistic intellectual. Has good debating skills, is an avid quizzer and is a self-proclaimed ‘one-man army’. He is not the kind of person who would worry much about studies but he has clear head and is confident about his future. He is a person with a difference in opinion and a vivid outlook to every situation. On the flip side, a record of more than 25 days without a bath yet going unscathed is one thing he loathes in his list of achievements. He has big dreams for future and as he rolls on to his next phase of life. Wish him all the best
Aditya Kumar Sahu Seemingly reclusive and shy, this guy is the very definition of "Chhupa Rustam". Aditya, aka "Adi" aka "Motu" as he is often referred to, can be seen as a perfect sambalpuri sloth. An amiable, happy-go-lucky person who keeps to himself; you can remain rest assured that of him completing an assignment given in the class with utmost dedication and sincerity. His tummy is often the subject of ridicule for his friends. Adi is blessed with innocent childish looks, which truly are deceiving. His personality can thus be best described by an intelligent, faithful, witty and romantic guy. A foodie by birth, his appetite is astonishing but what keeps the atmosphere amusing around him is his occasional dialogues and witty jokes, but quite incapable of handling jokes thrown at him, he often gets exasperated. He is the best in the whole class in preparing neat and clean notes which are distributed during exam hours. A serious guy as far as academic stuffs are concerned, apart from those situations, he is a constant source of entertainment for one and all. He is an extremely jovial guy who never compromises when it comes to eating and sleeping. Extremely beloved “Gulgalia Toka” of our branch, Adi is one funny friend everyone wishes to have in their lives. Keep smiling
Arunika Sahu Arunika comes up to the front as one of most jovial Tomboy one would ever find in the whole campus. Cool to hang out with and an emotional storehouse for her close friends, Arunika is equal amounts swag and simplicity. She`s like a book near the window which keeps on ruffling to successive pages due to fight with its conscience, a search for purpose and definition. Fortunately a scarlet silk bookmark brings it back to current page, though eagerly awaiting for the next gust to break open the windows and shuffle its pages again. She`s always in the search mode for handsome hunks around her and a casual flirter 24*7. Her experimental haircuts surprise the newbies and surpasses the dearest of friends. Decoding the reason behind her ever-lasting smile is a tactic known by only a few loved ones. Beneath all this fun and frolic is an extra sharp brain, considering she remains the only TIFR girl of the batch. She smirks and mingles her way into the coldest of hearts and leaves an ever loving scar. She lives her life by dancing her way with multiple dub-steps of asymptotic meandering emotions. Future is waiting with bated breath for the sassy girl to unleash herself. Luckily so are we
Asit Kumar Purohit A person with always confused state of mind, but always known to all the teachers and friends, aloof from the classmate and friend, living a life of seclusion, sometimes with great epic book like Bhagvad Gita in class, sometimes become too notorious in class. Sometimes giving spiritual enlightens class to friends, and some time getting strayed away in his own mind, no one properly knows. But after all he is well known for his spiritual background and the sweet he share with all and “hare krishna” teasing by friends. The epic thing is that he is never understood by himself. But everybody calls him “the mahaprabhu”. His asinine answers in practical vivas, have been a conundrum for all professors. Reminiscences of his notorious but bravado act to comment anything during class will always be standing joke among all of us. Lastly one would say his way of thinking towards the life has been highly influenced nowadays by the ‘material’ as well as ‘spiritual’ perspective. Even he is confused as to which path is he going to follow. Due to his strong will power once he is determined; there is no stopping him to reach his goal.
Auro Prasad Mohanty AURO - the first time you hear this name, picture Big B in Paa. Respect to his family for bringing out the sequel so well-before the release of the original movie. Sometimes he is desultory and focused in the next moment. Discordant from others he is discrete, genuine yet humorous. He is one “Sherlock”ed guy who follows the rubric of "think before u speak" in his opinions about controversial matters. But the use of too much logic and precautionary measures often lands him on sloppy grounds He is a meek and toneddown guy, but at need of the hour - turned into the vigilante. Call him an imposter, but you can't deny his presence. His charming disguise can take away your worries. He's there when you fall, to pick you up, holding a napkin to tend to your tears, he's a "Nonsense" but full of love for his comrades. Coming back to his "Being the love-stricken" inverse-Oliver Queen, he has seen the troubles and hatred, attended to the petty nuances of his "girls". But he has stood strong and we all love his becoming the semi-Bong guy. Topped with his charming smile on that.
Baikuntha Nath Sahu Take SRK and MSD, put them in a mixture grinder and the end product you get is known as Baikuntha Nath Sahu, fondly called BNS. An avid fan of taking selfies, this guy is a bag full of surprises. He bagged an internship in Hawaii, USA of all place. He is a walking example that education can take you places as proved by his numerous trips to many famous destinations of India in relation to conferences and paper submissions. His fondness of Bollywood romantic movies is hidden from none. Love-struck songs can always be heard from his room and his unique ability to go nightlong without sleeping is one of a kind. He is quite a secretive person who tries to hide his sorrows and worries from friends. But within those eyes lay a number of dreams that he wishes to fulfill for his family. Never a fan of academics, BNS believes in the sole concept “Knowledge and wisdom can never be the same”. He makes every moment memorable with his friends and wants everyone to achieve their dreams. A great orator and aspiring actor, his hatred towards Mumbai city is a mystery which never got unraveled. Hope this guy from Kalahandi reaches great heights in the future.
Bharat Bhusan Behera Exuberant, tender-hearted, adventurous, yet not-so-talkative, this amiable guy is lovingly called as “babu”. He is calm, optimistic and adaptable to any situation. Being mentally and emotionally very strong, his shoulders are always on offer as a sheltering tree for his friends in their lowest moments. Carrying a contagious laziness and irritating carelessness, he has a nonchalant soul and hardly gets serious about anything. He likes anime, loves to collect gadgets and is one hell of a game addict spending long nights playing online even during the time of exams. Many a times his exuberant spending nature has landed him in a soup and being left hung to dry in dire times may have given him some serious trust issues but that only made him stronger as a person. He is a diehard foodie, a chicken lover to be precise. Even though his debonair looks could make any girl fall for him, his heart pounds for a special one and he never hesitates to articulate it and his love for her knows no bounds. He is one super excited guy who aptly displayed his dancing skills by performing with a tsunami of energy in the final year departmental performance. With a forbearing heart, selfless attitude and positive energy, he is a kind of friend anyone would treasure for life
Dhruv Sharma Dhruv Sharma is a standout figure in the whole institute. This 6 foot tall 3 foot wide guy carries a heart much bigger than his humongous figure. A good smile, a genuine sense of humor, a fantastic attitude towards academics and a larger than life personality. He is the “yes” man in the department of physics and the best man to have as a friend. He just rolls with his friends and food is his weapon of choice. You can fight him, you can mock but you can't stop from liking him. For him, every crisis is an opportunity for selfdevelopment. He is called “Chotu” by his loved ones that really makes everyone feel ironical. Nightlong bike rides with him give a serene effect to his companions. His hospitable nature makes him the perfect nanny figure advice and consultancy. Never to back down from open-discussions, he has a clear view and stand on all the happenings in the world. With him, grade-backs are inevitable. This jovial person smiles in the face of adversity and embraces all that hits him. Wish this true “dilwala” a great future.
Ibsita Parichha On a very summer and spicy day was born a very childish girl with lots of love and a bit of devil inside. Her parents because of her so many mixed qualities named her the most unique name in this earth ‘IBSITA’ very commonly known as ‘IBI’ due to the difficulty in pronouncing her real name. A very attractive, beautiful and kind of a silent whistle blower of NIT, she had an epic aura maintaining herself always according to the recent trends. Ibi has always been the famous victim of jokes in among her goupies. We call it shopping, she calls it “Retail therapy”. This fashion diva says “Life is too short to wear boring clothes”. God knows how many hearts would not have skipped for this cute doll. A rational and pragmatic girl, rarest being found in NITR. A big time foodie and a diet expert, one would always find answer if it related to skin care from her. This highly determined and ambitious girl has opted quantum as her subject of interest. A very supportive friend who would guide you in every odd moments, she is always remembered for her home made foodies. Her famous quote is ‘OLD SCHOOL IS ALWAYS AHEAD OF MODERN ONE’ is a good lesson to be learnt. Wish you a very successful life and may you reach all the heights. Cheers.
Jasti Naga Pratibha Beautiful Smile and Cute dimples are the first things that comes to ones' mind when you think of Prathibha. NITR has transformed her from traditional South Indian girly look in first year to tomboyish look in final year. She puts meticulous effort in making tasty dishes for her friends. From the outside she is a beautiful, attractive lady who has got proposals from seniors, batch mates and juniors, alike. Her devotion to the work is off the charts and incomparable, be it Udaan or INNOVISION 2k14. Not all can climb a 15-feet high wall to hang an INNOVISION 2k14 flex in the Girls’ hostel. She`s a cautious and careful person trying to match herself with the regular flow but once she waives through the new risky challenges, she becomes a true wonder. She doesn’t compromise. From being a fighter, she can become a small kid and gets pretty scared when it comes to horror films. It would not be wrong to say she has not seen a single horror film till date neither she likes any blood-shed filled action films. She is a proud Multilingual Telugu whose Hindi has improved drastically in last few years. Her ever-smiling demeanor will certainly survive the test of time and she shall forever be ‘eccentrically awesome’.
Jaya Sanatan Balmuchu Jaya is one cute bubbly girl with food antics especially for chicken biryani and gulabjamun. She is scared of flying insects. She has one of the cleanest and well organized rooms in the whole of ladies` hostel. She is an apt person to hang-out with who patiently listens to all her friend's problem and solves them. Any kind of craziest stuff i.e. getting into a fight, dance (good dancer with unique steps) etc. she doesn’t even waste a single second to think and you would have great fun having such a friend as partner in crime. She also sings well in her own unique style and has punch lines in her own accent like “Hass mat pagli pyaar hojayaga” , “Dekho, magar pyaar se” etc which would cheer up a person even in a bad mood. Always could find her in jolly mood might that be after results or after meeting her project guide, but never loses smiling but gets angry when we friends talk in Odia still caught up learning a bit listening to which you could get your smiling mood back on even if you’re gloomy. Beware of her, you could never resist to deny her pleading sad face and always manages to get a knack for that. It has been a wonderful experience. Enjoy your dream ride.
Jayashree Behera When you transform a pretty yet shy girl into a prettier and heart charming mermaid, the result is appropriately pronounced out as Jayashree. “Baby” of her "Babu" and “Gelei” of her "Gelu", this sassy girl with vivid imagination grasps everyone`s curiosity and attention with equal parts cuteness and hotness. As someone who never backs down from expressing her desires, she can easily drop few pearls of tears in emotional situations yet become the best counsellor for people at sentimental loggerheads within split second. Shopaholic to the core, her wardrobe is a showroom of her bargaining skills and gifts from the heart(s) she owns to safeguard. She surely raised the temperature (among other things) during her ramp walk to mesmerize the public with captivating glances in her final year. Pulling off unique dressing and hairstyle combinations with panache is her forte. Her late night means Korean series and Skype calls to special one(s). She rebuffs time management for creativity as seen from her reminiscent sketches even after arriving late for almost her classes. Curd lover and mushroom snatcher, this veggie uses wisdom as the toppings on her persistent chattering to serve a sugary (sometimes spicy) dish to her loving companions. She`s the perfect pillion rider to happiness and dreams of a similar drive for her comrades. This morning dewdrop is unconditionally one of a kind who shall be missed, always and forever..
Laba Puala Apna “Will Smith”. Tall, smart, handsome and one true amigo. Laba is one rare artefact who has never missed his breakfast in the hostel over the course of five years. One exceptional thing about him is that whenever you are feeling low he brightens you up with his mocking remarks. His schedule of early to bed and early too rise even during exam days is one fancied story within itself. He is one of the coolest guy I have ever seen, never interfering in others` personal matters nor never arguing or fighting with others and stsying happy even in the darkest of times. He constantly ponders into his world of imagination, thus leading him to be found distracted on more than one occasion. Very closed ones of his know that he`s one artistic guy who paints beauty in all forms (pun intended). While some might consider the lack of electricity during his early days as a major roadblock, for Laba this was a mere speed-bump in his quest for success. A walking book of general knowledge, rarely anyone revokes his views regarding the current affairs. A movie freak, his ability to watch telugu movies without subtitles owing to his semi-guti background gives him an unprecedented edge among his movie crazy peers. An IAS in the making, Laba shall always be the perennial smiling companion of one and all
Mekap Subhasish Pattnaik Simpu, Mekap, “Makeup”. Many names yet one word to sum it all, “Unforgettable”. This short guy with skyscraper dreams is ever-ready to burn the midnight oil to give structure to his monumental desires. The “note” guy for everyone during exams, he is one competent cricketer at all other times and has organized multiple friendly matched with different branches and faculties with utmost slick attitude.A big movie buff, he prefers watching Hindi-dubbed English and south Indian movies only to hear the quirky dialogues that make everyone squirm with laughter. Bagging a dream internship in Canada is just the tip of the iceberg as long as his list of achievements are concerned. A glitter that is truly gold, this “Bhaiya” of every girl in the institute is one helpful person to the core. His whistle blower skills are well documented and he is, to everyone`s amazement, particularly fine with this attitude of himself. A man who shoots his words and never bothers to think about his consequences, his desire to know everything about everyone has often irked his colleagues in tense times. This pocket dynamite bursts on emotionally outraging situations on more than one tricky circumstances. Bagging a dream job in his first attempt, he surely believes in “first to finish”. Never a fan of latecomers, he is a darling of all the departmental professors. Hopefully he ticks all the boxes.
Nishit Nishikant The one person who is constantly yawning in every class for the past five years. That is Nishit for his professors. But for his friends he`s always awake, literally in all sense. He joins you for bike rides, late night parties and yet manages to steer through all the exams with utmost ease. A frequent one-nighter, this tall “Dhenkanal” wala comes in contact with books is just to know the syllabus. A true friend, he will join you till the end of the road without having any second thoughts about the consequences. Nightlong drives to find new food outlets are one of his unique fads which make him a companion to cherish for. He`s a darling figure to most of friends and fondly calls them by self-assigned nicknames. To get his help is a walk in the park. Beneath all this fun and frolic is an extremely witty brain, considering he bags prestigious internships with almost no effort. He smiles his way into everyone`s hearts and leaves an ever lasting imprint. His funny excuses to worm his way out of tricky circumstances are unique and surprising even to his friends. His antics will surely be missed by everyone
Ronit Mohapatra A cool and handsome boy laying off lazily in the corner-most seat. This is how one can sum up Ronit in the classroom. But take him outside the four walls and he`s one big Manchester United fan who can swirl every mind with his deft wordings that often leave a stark psychological inkling just like he manages to score from outrageous positions during his weekly football face-offs. Regularly lazy yet never having a grade-back owing to his nick of time entries is one act he encores. His love for night canteen is well known by his hostel mates with whom nightlong online games often re-routed the exam preparations. A thinking speaker in every situation, he surely finds a way to realign the matter in an amicable way. A DSLR guy and nightlong walks in the campus, that`s him every other day. A patient listener and a charmer, he surely is one to be heartily loved (he already is). He is very naughty and does “nautanki” (in front of his special ones only). Apart from this, he is a great friend and pretty persuasive adviser. He carries a level headed mind which will surely lead him to unexplored places to unravel. Wish him a great future ahead.
Santak Kumar Mohanty Santak Kumar Mohanty, sorry, The Santak Kumar Mohanty, aka Santy Monty, Daddy, or simply Santy, is a true “Jack of all Trades and Master of All”. Right from origami to SolidWorks, cooking to SAS, Photoshop to MATLAB, as well as current national/international issues, this guy knows everything about everything. A regular reader of BI & WSJ, Santy is both The Warren Buffet of the batch and a lender’s worst nightmare. A proud owner of the MacBook Air from second year, Santy is an Apple aficionado, and visits "www.apple. com" when he feels lonely; his favourite machine being the Mac Pro. A genuine chimney, coupled with unconditional love for herbs and spirits, Santy is a class apart when it comes to being a foodie, grooming skills and literature. A physicist at heart, his affinity towards computational nano-dynamics and amplitude modulation is unparalleled. His affectionate and fatherly attitude towards his friends has earned him the nick of Daddy. A proud Rourkelite, Santy has contacts everywhere at the right places, and can be seen regularly tapping these “resources” whilst riding his fabled 27-year old Yamaha RX-100. The epitome of patience and a laidback attitude, Santy is one of the most prolific persons to have set foot in the lush green of NITR. This smooth talking heavy-gaited MuSigman is nothing short of legendary, and we wish him all the good fortune for his future.
Shubham Everyone`s favorite “Lala”; Shubham is one lanky Bihari Bhai of the class. Ever the entertainer with his jokes and saracastic comments on Bihari politics, Shubham stands out as the IPhone guy of the batch. His obsession with his IPhone selfies are well-documented just like the stories of him helping his friends even at the stroke of midnight. Nightlong drives to find new food outlets are one of his unique fads which make him a companion to cherish for. He`s a nanny figure to most of friends and fondly calls them by selfassigned nicknames. To get his help is a walk in the park. Butter him a little and he will be ready to almost walk on glass for you. A constant chatterbox he is an apt example of someone who knows something about everything happening in country. Though a regular late-comer, he has successfully escaped from the long hands of grade-backs uncountable times by the skin of his teeth. An IAS aspirant to the core, he is very straight-forward regarding his goals in life. Wish his all the best on all his future endeavors..
Souradeep Purkayastha Souradeep is one simple yet sophisticated boy. He silently sits on the first bench and manages to solve every problem without making much of a fuss. He is especially known for his no non-sense attitude. Loves travelling exploring and new places. He is highly talented, intellectual and laborious to the core. Dare not mess with him regarding current scientific trends else his arguments laden with facts and numbers will surely leave you dumbstruck. A perfect philanthropist who knows how to handle people in tough situations, his advices during bad times have often helped loads to conquer many awkward situations. Always ready to help with a smile on his face, His dedication for harnessing a career in physics is worth applauding. He will truly be remembered as someone who not only helped but more so changed the perspectives of life for many. He is a kind hearted boy who can never say no to anyone and is always ready to help anyone. This TIFR guy will definitely reach places through his hard work and intelligence.
Sudeep kumar Sahu “Sudupuduuu” of his queen and “Chudeep” of his wing-mates, Sudeep is an ardent curd lover, the “kukdooku” of his friends and the cynosure of all eyes. This forever-homesick “Salman” ka fan is an amalgamation of visionary, gregarious and conscientious personalities, and possesses the unique ability of enlivening people’s lives with his funny punch lines. An amusing chatterbox, he can be constantly seen mingling on WhatsApp with his “loved” ones whom he makes delightfully flabbergasted with his surprises. He is someone every girl would feel blessed for being with, but not the one any of them deserves right now. A little mercurial and oversensitive, he becomes overwrought occasionally and needs to be delicately handled like a crazy wacky kid. He shed most of his introvertness and weight in the first year itself yet the simplicity with which he camouflages his pain while helping others even in the fiercest of storms no matter what, when, where or even why, is beyond appraisal that indeed makes him the “dark knight”. Often spotted with his “Gelei”, “Mr. Gelu” refuses to answer saying “there`s nothing to admit”. Gem of a friend with a golden heart, he is an epitome of loyalty, unconditional relationship and a firm believer in the ideology of “all in due time”, a mantra he spilled after tactfully bagging a dream job. This fascinating companion will always be admired, cherished and missed.
Swayamtrupta Panda “Astro-Buoy”. That is how we can start the description of Swayam. He is the guy who “laughs” a laugh that would reverberate across corridors. He has this uncanny ability to treat any situation with a levity that would seem supernatural to his peers. It goes without saying that he's super-smart, considering the calmness with which he has handled club work and academics. He has been with the Astro Club, pretty much from its inception, and a lot of it, would've been impossible without his presence both mind and body. A genuine foodie, he can explain each and everything about dishes starting from back post samosa chat to reputable continental food in Mayfair. He is one of a few guys of NITR with a huge bundle of certificates demonstrating his ultimate creativity. A hard core gamer with his laptop filled with all kinds of games in this world, a guitar lover with an extraordinary ability of rapping table tennis champion holding core position in institute-team, a mad travel buff, an excellent quizzer and many more, this guy is really one true all-rounder. His research internship in Victoria University, Canada, which he really deserved, has made him quite popular in NITR. After all, passionate guys like him are really a gift for this institute and you will never ever get a faithful friend like him.
sabhavat krishna Best known as “Sabhavat Bhai” this Jabra Fan of Telugu cinema makes sure to watch each movie first day first show even if he has to purchase a black ticket. Completely going by his name, “Krishna” has indeed a soft corner for girls, never failing to say no to any request made by a girl even if its 6 AM in the morning. His bike is the real example of how the bike of a “Day-Scholar” becomes a “Public Property”. There would hardly be a person in the institute who would not have at least once rode his bike ranging from 1st year to PhD fellows and from Academic staffs to senior Professors. This Kingfisher enthusiast can be lured easily to do any work using the name. Always ready with solution to any practical problem, he is often scouted for help by friends. A professor’s nightmare, back in first year when he was asked for reason why he didn’t study, he answered, “I was suffering from stone in Kidney”. After a moment of silence, every person in the room burst into laughter as it was clearly visible that he lied. He is that person in the group who even though has no specific role but still without him the group remains incomplete. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.
Sushant Kumar Jena Sushant Kumar Jena a.k.a Susu, is our very own Anubhav Mohanty of the batch. A staunch Odia guy, his love for Odia songs and movies is enigmatic. A genuine user of DC, he has utilised the source properly and there not even a single game which he has not played. An ardent admirer of WWE, he is one among the first day first show audience. A routine back bencher, his mind runs faster when it comes to coding. Hails from the steel city, he is a day scholar and a regular service provider of CVR girls. Speeding through the streets of Rourkela, he rides his bike like a chariot. He is the life of parties. Rumours say that he becomes the universal bhaiya on the rakhi day given the fact that he doesn’t have his own sister. One of the stunning guys, he is the Rangeela Toka of our batch. God knows how many hearts have skipped their beat by his evergreen smile! With an affable, charming and benign personality, Sushant is an awesome company to hang out with. With a dream job at Resonance Institute, we wish you happy thoughts and lots of luck as you move forward with your life!
R. Midhun Krishna Antisocial behaviour is a trait of intelligence in a world full of conformist. Call him an antisocial and he will make you speechless. Misanthropic, but he is the one whose networking reaches the zenith of science and research, meet R. Midhun Krishna, he is the lone wolf of the batch. An organisationally challenged guy, his craft room isn’t messy, he just have everything on display, from half eaten Maggie cups to the empty coke bottles, all he needs is a path from his door to his bed. Research is where his life starts and research is where his life ends. His lab is like his first home, he eats, sleep and breathe there. This is just nothing because his online orders are even addressed to “Mesoscopic physics lab”! Need motivation for research? Contact this guy, he would definitely have an answer for your every question and would raise the spirit of research within you. “Workaholic” is the right word to describe him and he has aptly lived up to the title by securing a position at world’s prestigious institute, NASA. The good luck you have made for yourself is an inspiration to many. May it continue throughout your life!
prajna moharana With complexion of Bournville, heart of Ferrero Rocher and smile as heavenly as Nutella spread on warm french toast, anyone meeting her for the first time would giggle spontaneously (maybe not) due to her cartoonesque voice straight out of Disneyland. Add loads of fun, handful of laughter, dollops of love and compassion, a teaspoon of shyness and a pinch of anxiety tossed in childish oil and served in porcelain of hardwork, you get yourself the delicious salad of Prajna. One of the sweetest and innocent girls of the class fondly called as “Sandhi” meaning the Lady Bull, she has an altruistic heart with a vivacious aura. She always takes the initiation on most of the programs. Mostly looked upon as younger sister by most of the classmates, due to her innocent and cute talks, she pertinently helps others as a younger sister would do. But her younger sister gimmick doesn’t prevent people from falling for her as there are equally high number of people who have their hearts stolen by her. She is a person who can give up anything to help anyone, a person with whom you can open your heart up with the ability to mend any heart with her childlike sayings and alluring eyes. We wish she stands strong with her positive attitude towards life.
Vadla Chandurani “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work”- echoes from the walls of her room. She believes that the road to success is not easy to navigate, but with the hard work and passion, it is possible to achieve. Meet the epitome of diligence and sincerity, Chandurani, fondly called Chandu, she is an inspiration for many. A sparkling sportsperson, this hyperactive girl represents the institute Volleyball team and has brought glory to the institute. She may appear quiet in the social surrounding, but once she gets to know you, she is really loquacious, and can get up your nose with her series of questions. It wouldn’t be wrong to call her Ms. Twinkle Toe, as she starts to dance as soon as the music is on. From bunking the class to reporting late in the examination hall and availing the highest number of leaves in these five years, this sleepy head has done it all. Her earphones are like her personal “DO NOT DISTURB” sign. Hardly found in her own room, she is the virtual roommate of all the Gulti girls. As a true companion, she would tease you, annoy you, laugh at and with you and motivate you when you are low. Once you know her, she will give you memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Anjani Kumar When you find a tall handsome guy, with a signature Shaakal hairstyle with his cap on, wearing a formal shirt and sharing a supercool smile followed by a question of, “Tum Bihari ho… kya?”…. voila, it’s Anjani Kumar. A true Bihari from Patna who is known for never having missed a single breakfast at NIT, this guy finds happiness and solace in the smallest of the things such as eating potatoes. He is very shy, sweet talking and someone who never loses his cool. A true example of looks being deceptive, this so called introvert guy will make you roll on the floors laughing with his satires and unplanned craziness. His insatiable thirst to learn and try new things makes boredom seem as elusive as the Lokpal bill. Brand ambassador of Flipkart, he chooses it even when the prices are low elsewhere. His particular interest of Indian economics and history after Independence cannot go unnoticed. He is one of those friends who will encourage you when you are down and will always be there to share your problems. Good luck to you now and always..
sitikantha acharya Siti Aka Sisupala, Sisua and Kaliakanhu- no other name could've been more suitable to the one who not only inspite of taking comparatively longer time to understand a joke doesn't necessarily still get it right, but also more often than not brainstormed himself to make poor or no jokes which are hilariously dumb to which he laughs out himself. He teases others to such an extent that they end up getting too much irritated but unwilling to take up a fight against him due to his immense strength. More often than not his friends tease him deliberately just to see his trademark reaction with that smile of innocence. Popularly known as Dark Lord among his friends, Sitikantha is very helping, caring and redefines the phrase ‘a friend in need is a friend in deed’. He is one of the rarest creatures at NIT who has been maintaining a perfect combination of playing and leaving CS in every alternate year of his stay here. He is simplicity personified and the best thing about him is that he never speaks ill of others, neither does he criticise nor he shows his anger at anyone. An avid listener of vintage Bolly songs, ‘Barsat ke raaton me’ occupies the zenith position in his customized list to which he can repeatedly listen till he drops dead. May the force be with him!!
Anurag Mohanty Anurag Mohanty Aka Motu, the French Guy is the master of all trades. Being a day-scholar, his independence for any public transportation service has made him to achieve a win-win solution to this five years problem. Constantly elevating as well eluding the interest and desire of the fairer and preferred sex at NITR is one of his prime features. Being lazy to the bone he maintains a pedometer count every single day yet never misses out on early morning classes. A real time foodie and a party Buff who counts success in terms of chunks of Butter chicken gulped. But every single time after the party, his in-time arrival at home and his null signs of hangover have made him an ideal “Momma’s boy”. A professional photographer (courtesy – THE BIG BRO!!!) who has not only gained a lot of applauds in the institute but also an inexhaustive list of followers in FB and Instagram as well as uncanny connection to few of the bombshells. His i10, which is treated like an elite class ‘UBER’ by his friends has given his closest pals a millions of memories, thousands of jokes and a hundreds of secrets to cherish upon. His belief and self-confidence has been his best outfit which has made him achieve the impossible one so far. Modest, prudent, pragmatic and ingenuous Anurag Mohanty is a King of Hearts and we wish he gets his apple of eye soon! Good luck mate!
Sumant Kumar Sahoo SUMANTA KUMAR SAHOO Aka Pintu is a friendly, good at heart and a very comic person whose jokes are self-made which can make everyone laugh at any circumstances. He has a self-sufficient and emphatic way of pronouncing English words which makes everyone laugh. Belonging to the “city of temples” he is a very hard working fella having a very positive mindset to do something beyond his capability, which puts him in a very different group of dynamic personalities. His academic progress and improvement and the kind of efforts he has put in last few years is really inspiring for all of us. He is a very sensitive, emotional, cool minded as well as a bindas person, and doesn’t care too much for his future. He always tries to enjoy every moment of his life in his own way. An ardent fan of Salman khan from whom he tries to copy everything. According to him “if u don’t like salman khan u can’t be his friend”. He is a great bathroom singer and is highly health conscious. A friend like him in our life makes time just fly away in a swish. Whenever any discussion happens in between Sumanta and any professor, their conversation entertains us a lot more than a genuinely comedy movie. A jovial fella and born foodie by nature, we wish Sumanta luck for his future.
samapika mishra Samapika Mishra. Naam toh suna hi hoga. As heavy her name sounds and as royal she makes it sound, take a look at her and you will easy mistaken her for a school kid. Having a petite physique, she will give you the impression of the cutest, sweetest little thing you might have ever seen! This bombshell has turned heads and broken innumerable hearts, unintentionally. A modern girl by appearance, she is close to her culture and would often be found praying or fasting. She is an ocean of care. Starting from a stranger to her best friend, she makes sure they are ok even when they are fast asleep and because of her mixing nature, she just cannot help but make more friends, against of her decision of having a small, close knitted friend circle. Very creative, she can make beautiful birthday cards to explode soda bottles on her face and drop her phone in the dal bowl at the mess. She is serious about her career; ask her anything in Chemistry au siye pura grantha gaideba. People have found it difficult to write for her and it is a sin to confine her nature in words. We want our Pika (short for her name and also because of her beautiful Cuckoo like voice, Pika is Cuckoo in Telugu), Putki, Tikli, Dove to know that we are with her, always.
Motilal Chhatria A reticent and a tight-lipped guy, Motilal a.k.a Moti belongs to that bracket of population who mind their own business and keep things to themselves. An easy-going and a chilled-out person, his degree of perturbation is zero. If anybody in this institute carries the potential to sit in front of laptop for hours continuously, without even relocating the body by an inch, it would be Moti . Hardly seen in the classroom, this guy is a sharp-witted creature, who is conceptually very clear in his subject. He is an anomaly, as five years of NIT life couldn’t bring any transformation in this guy. Ask his closest friend to describe him; they would probably say “Sloppy”, because anyone can get astonished to see his slow motion functions. He is known for his ultra slow motion functions as everything and anything you see him doing. He is not antisocial, he just have a personal space bubble, it just so happen that the radius is five miles long! Here’s wishing this solitary keeper all the luck for his future endeavours. Good luck mate!
Sumit Kumar (a.k.a Bihari lala, babua). Five years, time faded away, ambitions got doomed into frustration, but this guy never turned down his ambitions. A bona fide, sedulous, zealous with a masterly mind, Sumit Sharma, is a man of his words. An altruistic and a philanthropic, he dreams big to bring education quality for the slum and economically backward children. His crave to crack the UPSC exam could be interpreted from his kinesics and mannerisms. His state-of-the-art writings, fleckless figure of speech combined with his immaculate leadership skills, this guy possess all the qualities of an administrator. His immense knowledge in the field of politics, his clarity of thoughts and incisiveness makes him a master debater. A staunch Bihari guy, his obvious love for Bhojpuri songs is known to everyone. He talks, and talks and talks about like everything, from chemistry to history, from politics to economics, from National geographic channel to Rajya Sabha Tv, with him time just flies by. Sumit often gets frustrated with the system but deep-down he even knows nothing can resolve this system, and console himself saying that “Yahan kuch nai hosakta”. An easy- going person, he can light-up someone’s mood with his self-framed jokes. A submissive, cooperative and a great confidant, he is gem of a person. Good luck to you and remember to keep your head up high for all the days of your pleasing and wonderful life..
Soumitra Ranjan Nayak He is a perfect balance of amusement and charm, at the same time an utterly attractive, fascinating and a fanatic personality, presenting to you Soumitra Ranjan Nayak, popularly known as “Swami” among his friend circle, he is the he-man of his batch. A guy with “devil-may-care” attitude, he is one of the most amicable persons you would ever come across. With a serene heart and a heart throbbing SRK wala smile, he captivates anyone who comes in contact with him. An awesome chef by blood, with a really huge appetite, he can treat your tongue with variety of mouth-watering chicken recipes. A periodic Puri traveller, this guy is a devotee of all times who never misses any occasion to go to the temple. His life and experiences gives a kind of feeling, people write novels about. A popular story teller, he tells some of the best ghost stories which can scare the hell out of you. An imminent pet lover, he believes that if he had a dollar for every time his Lucy (his dog) has made him smile, he would have been a millionaire. From an ideal son to Mr. Perfect, he is a great comrade one can have. With a passion for teaching and job at Aakash institute, we wish you the best of luck in all life has to offer you.
Siddharth Kamal Siddharth Kamal aka sid is one of the happiest souls of the branch who dons an everlasting care-free attitude towards life. An introvert to many, but a specialist of witty spells when surrounded by the right gang. His walking style makes everyone recognize him from a distance. He is that guy who keeps himself safe from any controversies and is always ready to help you when you are in one. He dauntlessly faces every problem with a smile on his face. A few close to him also adore his gaming skills in CS and NFS. His sleeps never start without tuning into some good old Bolly classics. A lovable personality and a subtle minded guy, he is one of those people NITR did not manage to drastically change; he is credited with much self-control. He is a person with wider thoughts, deep patience and understandable thoughts. He can be the most amazing friend anyone can ask for.
RAHUL Rahul (aka baba) is among those young men, who stands special in the entire batch. The self-proclaimed stud has a past filled with love stories and many a tragic endings. This typical modern jatt wants to live the life of celebrities and declares that he is constantly right regardless of the fact that he doesn't have the foggiest idea about the theme of the discussion. A well-known "aashiq" of the batch, can be seen with scratches all over face or hand because of indignation on other poor souls, whom he adores. Baba is the cute over developed child who cries observing Pretty Woman. A specialist in inorganic chemistry, a party animal who dependably takes the "higher" ground, this gentleman is a fanatic of gazals by Jagjit Singh and Ghulam Ali. At the feel of tension or distress, his room is the best spot for unwinding with home-made snacks. A fellow who trusts in smooth talking but raises his own particular voices in each discussion. He always has a proclivity towards new ideas and thinking outside-the-box. Five years have changed all of us with the exception of him, which is itself a miracle. Rightly put, Rahul is a jovial friend, a people's guy, a brother in fact, and the heights this guy might reach in the next few years, given his knowledge (both departmental and extra-departmental), are difficult to match-up.
Sandeep Kesh When the swords get blunt and the pen nibs break down, the one who can save your day is, Sandeep Kesh (aka Chadhei, Sandy). A true jugaadu for many, he can pull of a blinder in any situation. An expert in cancelling classes, this schemer has plans ranging from train loots to breakthrough research. A genuine guy with a big heart and an overflow of crazy thoughts. This “Minion” has preached a lot of CVR Mass about things Unknown..;-)..but never missed a chance to meet his love. He is laziness personified, always needs wakeup calls for classes. A foodie who drools over biryani and can walk miles, for petpuja..:D. An avid gamer, you will always find him watching videos of Arkham, Assassins Creed etc. His love for movies and series starts right from “Behind the scenes”. A true party buff, disciple and devotee of the hydroxyl(OH) group. From being a “Stag” to “Ballantine”, his “Black and White” days are incomplete without his friends. He is the “Chamber of Secrets” for a thousand souls. This Batman fan will be there for you in times of happiness and of sorrow. His conversational skills and spontaneous ideas makes him a keeper. Amidst his king size eventful life, he finds solace in wildlife which helps maintain his calm. We wish this gem of a guy finds his owl and climbs new heights of success.
Shanu Kumari Shanu Aka ‘Kittoo, GMAT’ is in the elite group of “toppers and 9 pointers” at NITR tells us everything about her academic excellence as well as personal and social life which is much more striking than the academic one. Whenever she is not buried in her books you will definitely find her watching TV serials especially from ‘COLORS’ & ‘ZEE TV’ channels. She is well known for her famous lie “mein hamesha soti rehti hu aur kuch nahi padthi hu”. She is an introvert and doesn’t like to spend time with a lot of people but she is always there for her best buddies. Her famous accusation is “tujhe pagal kutte ne kata h kya?” She is famous in the class for her meticulously written notes which everyone wants to read once before the exam as it contains each and every words of the lecture. Her eating habit is quiet unique as she eats in such a way as if she is doing a favor on the food. She is a very dynamic and hard working girl having a very confident outlook underneath which belies a very sensitive, emotional, simple and tender heart. We wish her luck for her future endeavors.
sujata mahapatra Sujata Mahapatra Aka Sujju, Gai, is a simple, kind-hearted person with an unconditional smile. Her simplicity reflects in the way she favours black ’n’ white outfit and the way she connects herself with companions. The distinctively different Berhampur special words defines her innocence. A die-hard fan of John Abraham, she never misses out on any of his movies or gossips. Laziness is her middle name as she meticulously invests her precious time in calculating the physical effort needed to complete a task rather than doing it. She has tried almost every non-veg dish on the planet and savoured it but alas “Chicken biriyani” couldn’t impress her. Her excitement for night-outs can give a run to many boys. Famously known as ‘Miss Canada’ because of her successful tour-de-Canada, she is a burning example that anything can be achieved by dedication and hard work. Passionate, dauntless in nature with enduring character, she has passed three months at a foreign land, dealing with all the mishappenings, but had never given up on something she really wanted. These characteristics make her special in her own way creating a blank space in everyone's heart. She doesn’t have a short temper, she just gives a quick reaction to bullshit. Always open to new adventures and excitement, we wish this bubbly girl to fly in the plane of Ambition and Inspiration and land in the prosperous airport of Success..
Ch Chiranjibi Nanda Chiranjibi aka chiru aka juju is the tallest guy of the branch. His secret full name, ‘Chowdhary Chiranjibi Nanada’ is thus revealed in this souvenir for the NITR junta. In hiss league of extra-long gentlemen, he is best known for sleeping and skipping classes without getting a grade back. He is very particular, so as not to let the 15% allowed absent classes to go in waste. All his cravings start and end with playing Fifa. His love for Fifa knows no bounds as it is the prime reason he fails to attend the classes. Not just playing on PC, he is also a great bowler on field and has lead the team to victories. He is an ardent follower of cricket, football and badminton. A true fan of Ronaldo and Dravid. His stats on these sports cannot be challenged. He is indeed the “Amul Boy” of the branch who has never pleasured himself with the ‘moh maya’ (nonveg, alcohol etc.) of the world. His sarcastic and witty remarks on social media platforms provides measure of his fun side. A believer of Swami Vivekananda’s ideologies, he is a very optimistic and positive person and never keeps himself under the burden of past and future. We wish him a good luck for all future endeavors.
Sonali Pradhan Sonali Pradhan aka ‘Moti’ Miss Dynamic is a complete package to tackle all kinds of critical situations. Dynamic, mischievous, flamboyant and charismatic are some of the powerful words that will best describe this sweet girl. She loves singing silently, oh-boy, if you listen to her once, you will definitely be a fan of her sweet voice. She loves to roam carefree with her friends, many a times tries different kinds of dresses in the shopping malls with selfie included along with a mandatory change of DP in FB, but the purchase part is always doubtful. She is an impulsive straight-for-ward girl who has the potential of chit-chating useless stuffs for hours, a real twitty. Overly mischievous, she likes pulling pranks on her closest friends. Quite adventurous, she loves travelling to different places and enjoying most of it. During the fests she is overly conscious about her dressing style. A real hater of the academic routines, classes, projects, which is always reflected. She is a person who will stick to her own decisions, no matter what the situation demands. May all your dreams come true and you be blessed with all kinds of happiness you deserve.
SWARAJ RASHMI PRADHAN Hailing from the land of Silver City, Swaraj Rashmi Pradhan a.k.a Cuttacki, Swaraj bhai, the girl-next-door, she is a famed figure in NITR. The postulate “Four year transformation” is applicable to her because of her extensive personality transformation from a Sanskari to reigning bombshells in jeans. If benevolence is richness, then Swaraj is one of the richest persons in the world. As a true AASRAite, she has devoted her five years in shaping the life of slum kids. From the security guards to the mess workers, this magnanimous queen is loved by all. A true-chai lover, tea is like her liquid wisdom. Ask her about her favourite movie, overwhelmingly she would say ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, though she has not watched it even once! Always starving for odia food, if “chapan Bhog” would be served to her, she would engulf it till she gets an expanded belly! She can put an open challenge to any guy in the institute for having a scooter inside the campus and not being fined for it even once. Being (super) final year and a true-blue Cuttikia, she dares to comment bleakly on everyone irrespective of age and dignity, and proudly say “Bhasigala”. An ambitious, tender hearted and a sagacious girl, she has aptly lived up to her name. With completely zero idea about cooking and baking, we wish her future family a very good luck. May the force be with you!
Sannapureddi Rajesh Kumar Reddy People say “simple living, high thinking”. Rajesh a.k.a Mr. KVPY has aptly lived up to the saying. Cleanlimbed, dusky, pragmatic and creative are some of the traits that characterises Rajesh. The only KVPY scholar, he is the rank opener of the department. An industrious and a whip-smart guy, you can see his calibre and stamina a night before the exams. Library being his second home at NITR, this voracious reader is fond of reading books from different genre. He is someone who is full of affability and generosity for his friend circle and acquaintance. An even-tempered guy, none of his friends have ever seen him getting on his nerve in the entire five years. A tolerant listener during the extreme boring lectures; he is one of the favourites among the professors of the department. Being a nationalistic; he preaches politics and is a deep-dyed admirer of Jai Prakash Narayan. Ironically this untalkative creature is a pathetic singer and bends one’s ear by crooning old songs. Seems like, he is the reincarnation of a political leader! His friends narrate an incident about him getting medical treatment at CWS for “Hiccups” which persisted for two long days. Can you beat this? An aberrant personality, whose humility stands above his modesty, he is one of the trustworthy persons one would ever come across.
Vivekananda Sahu Vivekananda (AKA: Viveka, Viv), a cool, decent guy from Jharsuguda is a gourmand with a flair for tasty food but at the same time exercises parsimony. Trick he uses to satisfy his taste buds is free-loading- be it through friends, mess workers from his locality or free coupons from shopping websites. The flair for his frugality can also be found in his purchase of everyday ingredients through free coupons from online shopping. He is unarguably the saviour of his friends when it comes to buying the best product at the least price. An ardent critique of the mess food often heard saying "AAJI MESS RA KHANA PURA BEKAR THILA HO"- a remark that he makes after finishing his meal, he is a “DAAL” addict. But nevertheless he is a good cook and no picnic is ever complete without his contribution in this role. He is fond of reading newspapers, geography of the world and ancient history. As his name suggests, he finds peace within life's virtues and his carefree attitude towards the problems of life makes him a good friend, well-wisher and confidant. He loves to use all Patanjali Products for his daily needs. May his wishes come true and all the best for his future.
sarbeswar sethi The typical introvert guy you find in every batch with unmatched talent in literature and poetry. His beautiful poems shall make you fall in love with him. This Chemist Shakespeare has numerous diaries filled with poems relating to Nature and Love that shall take you on a trip to another dimension of spirituality. He has a never-say-no attitude which has brought him much success in his academic career and we hope it also turns to be fruitful in personal, especially love, life. One of the most loyal person you will come across and it is certain that his future wife would have one less thing to worry about. Friends call him “Chakuli” for his sitting posture in the class. His small stature may look like an easy prey for bullies but the experiences reveal, it turns the other way round. His love for one-sided bag and music can be seen very often in all classes. He is known to have contacts with most of his JNV friends whom he adores a lot. He has the unique skill to keep you captivated with his talks for hours together. One of best host, you shall feel no less than a VIP whenever you make a visit to his room. We hope he becomes the ‘bada aadmi’ he wishes to and opens up a house bar for his friends soon..
Gaurav Singh Nicknamed as Golu aka Sudama aka Wikipedia, anyone at a first glance would describe this dusky 6 footer as a shy hardcore nerd who does his gymming at Wikipedia and gulps down textbooks like morning protein shake. And some of it is also true. He is also known as PH for breaking his leg by jumping a cliff of 14 ft as he got scared by a monkey. A true devotee of lord Hanuman, his morning routine involves chanting hanuman chalisa and offering incense like a clockwork prior to continuing his day. A quirky thing about him is how his description of any attractive member of fairer sex traverses from “Sahi hai bey” to “Abey chalegi". A fan of chicken, old Bollywood melodies and dual audio movies, any late night chat with him results him showering us with facts and finally we all accepting that if it’s said by' Chalta Phirta Wikipedia' , then it must be true. Behind that tall dark banarasi babu lies a child who would go to any limits to help people he is compassionate about and lives by the words: "Learn something about everything and everything about something".
Arvind Kumar Arvind Kumar Singathiya,a.k.a Dealer, is one of those guys with a laidback attitude and a great sense of humour.He strives hard to make fun of his friends.It is rumoured that once he left a friend ,who had run out of money,at Howrah Station,just for fun.All the rumours aside,he personifies the saying “A friend in need is a friend Indeed”.He can go to any extent to help his friends.Besides being a great friend,another standout quality is his leadership skills which came to the fore when was elected the Sports Secretary Of Hall-7.He carried out his duties with such aplomb that he will forvever be associated with the “Sports Secretary “ tag.On a personal front,he is a stickler for hygiene and a gym maniac.Deep inside he is a romantic, what with all the stories one keeps hearing about his encounters with girls while travelling by train.As someone who opens his books just a day before the examination ,yet manages to score decently ,he surely must know a thing or two about the art of “Jugaad”.Here’s wishing him all the luck for his future
Jasmine Lomga Jasmine Lomga a.k.a Billi,is famously known for her mono-syllabled replies like “kya”, “nahi” with her longest rumoured to be “Mujhe nahi pata” which she quite frequently uses in he lexicon.Known across circles as a shy and reserved,this Rourkela girl is bundles of fun once the ice is broken.Her love for street food is such that she is often known to set pictures of deliccies as her laptop’s wallpaper.Her craving for pani puri is such that she can gobble up plates of this delicacy at any time of the day.A patient listener (a quality very few possess in today’s world,making it all the more important),she always lends a helping hand to her friends in times of need and distress.On a funnier note,she is known to be quite a prankster when hanging out with friends, with a fondness for giving people nicknames.She is also known to droop and fall asleep while studying(just the night before exam,that is ).A die hard fan of Dhanush and Randeep Hooda,posters of both the actors adorn the walls of her room.Wish her all the best for her future
Prem Depon Nayak People often wonder how he got his infamous nickname of 'Pondy', but by now hardly anyone calls him Prem. Say hello to Prem Depon Nayak - the gossip girl of NITR, your one and only source into the scandalous lives of NITR's crowd. A highly resourceful person, Prem is someone who you can effortlessly rely on for any information or work that needs to be carried out.. A student who garners utmost respect on campus, from students and administration alike, he has been a stellar contributor to the well being of NITR as the Chief Coordinator of Monday Morning. An immensely talented percussionist, Prem has wonderfully lived for and actively implemented his never ending ideas for Heartbeats and Monday Morning, both of which have grown leaps and bounds during his five year stint with them.Rumour has it that a young Prem (all of thirteen years old then) often sold X rated content ,copied onto a CD, to his school-mates and made a quick buck ! His apparent lack of interest towards fairer sex is often mistaken for his different choice of companionship.Nonetheless,he is one shoulder that you can definitely find to lean on during the best of times and the worst of times, for Prem personifies the word friendship. May Lady Luck keep smiling on him.
Soumya Ranjan Sahoo Soumya Ranjan Sahoo,aptly christened “Chikna” for his baby boy looks, has got to be one of smartest and most talented students of his batch.His long list of accomplishments includes a dream summer internship at University of Minnesota.A quintessential “Kamina”, he exudes the demeanor of an innocent school going kid with aplomb! A brilliant multi-tasker-he is known to watch a movie,chat with quite a few girls and eat,all the while preparing for an exam.Although extremely popular among the girls for his baby looks ( he was apparently ragged by a group of juniors ,who had mistaken him to be first year) and his never- say-no nature as far as helping them with their studies,he is yet to find the girl of his dreams.Here’s wishing this huge fan of the song “Pairon Mein Bandhan Hai” all the very best for his future and may he find his dream girl very soon
Karthik Vadlamani Karthik is someone who could chat for hours together on any random topic,but at the same time deliver wonderful factual information on topics ranging from current affairs to sports to movies with a very fresh perspective. A die-hard cricket enthusiast and a grammar Nazi-he always has a bunch of words up his sleeve with which he creates the most jazziest of statements. Sarcasm comes to him quite naturally. He sure has dipped his toes in a lot of pools- this roots from his recent way-too-expensive-for-others all India trip. He shys away from academics but has undoubtedly a galore of knowledge hidden within him that he unleashes from time to time. Hailing from the Steel city of Vizag, this man makes his presence felt in every gathering with his skills in guesstimating which often goes overboard. In short he is the one you should be looking for to get educated and entertained at the same time. Wishing him all the good luck for a fascinating journey ahead in life
Akancha Akancha,a.k.a Bhangedi,is a perfect combination of innocence and maturity.A gossip monger at heart,she knows no bounds when it comes to helping people in need.A supremely confident and independent girl very close to her family,she also happens to be the first girl student in the history of NIT Rourkela to be elected the Covenor at SAC.A horror movie buff,she is probably more known in the girls’ hostel circles as someone who develops a crush on a different person although the proverbial “Dream Boy” has continued to elude her.With a knack of finding classy outfits at such prices much to the envy of her friends ,it cannsafely be concluded that she is the master of coupons in her batch.Known to flaunt her Bihari-accent and a unique gait,she ticks all the boxes on the list of Bihari Stereotypes.One can't stay without fighting with her over petty issues despite which you end up loving her even more. A very caring and lovable friend, she is irreplaceable and unique. No matter what, she believes in following her heart and will never shy away from trying something new. Wish her all the success in all her endeavors..
Sangita Swapnasrita Sangita a.k.a Dolphy,is probably the peppiest nerd you can ever come across.She has turned the proverb “ Jack of all trades ,master of none� on its head,for she truly is multi talented personality-from having an excellent academic record to being a graceful dancer,from being a institute level swimmer to knowing the intriciacies of hair dressing.She has also dabbled her hands in short-putting !.A big time shopaholic and DIY video watcher,if not for her academics,she surely would have made her mark as an interior designer or a fashionista.One of the few remaining Test Cricket enthusiasts ,one can notice her frequently checking cricket scores on her mobile during class hours, all the while paying attention to the lecture.Old habits( read GMATism?) die hard,don’t they?.Amidst all that jam packed schedule of hers,she manages to watch horror movies and is also a binge series watching is one of her favourite pastimes.Surely,her life is a lesson in time management! With her stellar academic record and her treasure trove of talents, Sangita spreads glee wherever she goes and is definitely on a roller coaster ride that only goes up.May the force be with her!
Dheeraj Chouhan Dheeraj,a.k.a DC, is a bundle of energy.Always engaged in some activity or the other,be it playing chess or riding his bike for fun or tutoring 12th class students,this guy surely knows a thing or two about the art of multi-tasking. This slim-looking guy from Baran, Rajasthan is a stickler for style and grooming- from experimenting with different hairstyle each year to trying out different kinds of bracelets and chains,he has done it all.He has evolved from a shy guy in his first year into a smart and mature person. Often perceived by his friends as a happy-go-lucky guy, one needs towin his trust and friendship to discover his mindfulness, inquisitiveness and other qualities and skills that he possesses.Having a soft corner in his heart for Rajasthani cuisine, he makes sure to share his hometown namkeens and laddus with his close friends. He is an avid chess player who knows the tricks of the trade like th back of his hand. No wonder, one can find a chess board on his table and three to four chess related books on his shelf. A person with a daring and dashing attitude, may God bless him with the strength and endurance to make it big in life !
Pratik Mishra Pratik a.k.a'Mishra ji', as he is called by his wing mates, is one of the most philosophical people you will ever come across.An introvert with insane amounts of talent,hard work and dedication,he somehow remains extremely humble and grounded despite all his stellar achievements.The ultimate GMAT,he has remained a consistent nine pointer throughout.Also a health and a fitness freak,one can see him going for his daily rounds of jogging the moment clock strikes 6 in the evening.As a person who has shaped his life around self discipline and cultivating good habits,he lays emphasis on drinking plenty of water which he believes can solve any health issues.One queer habit of his is that he is often found going for a stroll in the institute in the wee hours of the night.A master of PJs and cricketing enthusiast who often plays cricket with Tennis and Table Tennis rackets amongst other things,this gem of a person is always fun to be with. Wishing him all the best for his future !
Abhishek Chatterji If looks can be deceptive, then Abhishek Chatterji is the perfect example of that. Chatti or Chotu as he is fondly known, is the prankster in his group. This impish personality is an avid gamer and one can always find him watching videos of the same on You tube. Highly fashion conscious, Chatti’s wardrobe can turn even girls green with envy. Be it going to the class or even the night canteen, he makes sure that he is impeccably dressed, looking at the mirror 5-10 times before stepping out of his room. A lifelong denier of watching DC++’s religious offerings (read Bhajans!), his friends allege that he checks out pictures of girls in his cellphone before going to sleep. He “Samarpits” all his attention while talking to his “loved ones” going as far as switching off the lights in his room and bolting the doors to ensure that he is cut-off from the outside world. A head strong and cool personality, he will definitely make one of the worst Hulk in the history, for it is impossible to get this guy angry. The go-to guy for his friend circle, you can always count on Chatti to get you out of a sticky situation be it in your personal life or academics. He is one of the few who knows his subjects well and still not be pompous about it. Here’s wishing this gem of a person all the best for his endeavors.
Abhishek Kumar Tilak An old soul in the body of a B.Tech student, Abhishek Tilak aka “Chacha” is well known for his matured thoughts, confidence in academics and his fierce views on politics and cricket. A rare breed of a rebel with a high pointer, he gives little value to the academic processes, rather finds it suitable to forge his own way. Famous for his “The Day before exams” lectures, the tedious process of teaching his peers sometimes take such a toll on him that he asks his friends to lock the door from outside just before the day of examination. Truly passionate about Chemical Engineering, he studies for excellence rather than grades, and this reflects in his spectacular GATE rank. A die hard cricket fan, one can always find him glued to the television screen during any important tournament, critically discussing every player’s actions. Immensely faithful and loyal to his group of friends, he is someone on whom one can always fall back on, however dire the situation be. He always brings a philosophical tinge to the discussion of which he is a part of. On the path towards becoming a great politician, here’s wishing him great success in the future.
Ajit Sahoo Ajit Sahoo, AKA 'penguin' because of his style of walking, is an ever-smiling and energetic person who loves delivering witty one-liners and pathetic PJs which he copies from his friends or the internet. This introverted personality is famous for his humorous attitude among his close friends and can concoct entertaining statements at will even in the most adverse situations to lighten up the mood. Not surprisingly, one can't simply get bored when this guy is around. He is also popularly referred to as 'Galuaa' as he never listens to others' point of view and is quite intransigent regarding his own view-point. As a result, one can never win in an argument against him; if he believes in something, he will keep arguing until his opposition agrees. Being a pragmatic and logical person, he studies a given situation thoroughly before taking a decision or making a suitable suggestion. He is quite a homesick person, gets easily intimidated by insects, is fond of chicken and whiles away his leisure time reading a lot of novels. Known for his willingness to excel in whatever work he has been assigned with, Ajit Sahoo believes in living his life the way it comes. Hence, he can be often found quoting, "The less you care, the happier you are."
Akankshya Sahu Akankshya sahu or more famously ‘AK-47’ or akku is one of those lucky lassies who have their share of great social life as well as an envious pointer in academics. Do not let her stern “kiran bedi waali looks” mislead you because beneath all that is a person who enjoys fooling around with her best buddies. Watching any movie on Akankshya’s laptop is a nightmare because she would never allow you to exceed the volume level 40 no matter what time of the day it is, so those of you who are waiting eagerly to attend the parties with Akankshya as a host, get your own ipads or mp3s to get your jams going. Anyone who knows Akankshya well enough would be no stranger to the fact that dolphins, animated movies and chocolates top her list of favourites. An aspirational wildlife enthusiast, Akankshya’s love for marine life is unsurpassable. Akankshya’s snack box is legendary among her hostel mates who are hungry and broke. From a tomboyish girl in her first year to a complete party animal in her final year Akankshya’s journey at NITR has seen it all. All in all she is a friend who would be by your side during the highs and lows in your life comforting you as well as regulating your voice level to below 40.
Amisha Agarwal Amisha agarwal aka Ammy is surely one of a kind. Bold and strong from the outside and sensitive from the inside this girl is "the" best friend one should have. She is known amongst her friends for her "chidchidapan", but she cools down as quickly as she boils up. She is the news box of her gang and is respected for religiously reading The Hindu. A girl with a practical outlook and a sound mind, Amisha is an indispensable part of any political discussion in the wing. She would probably be the only girl who has undergone the reverse transformation from lens to glasses. With a kind heart and concern for the society, she is the favorite "Didi" of the Sector 5 Ambedkar Basti underprivileged kids. With her grit and leadership abilities she successfully anchored a workplace as a captain. The girl is popularly known for the epic "til" on her nose which has attracted a lot of admirers. From being in the institute’s chess team to being the captain of AASRA, Amisha is the perfect all rounder!
Amit Kumar Chaturvedi If height was a currency, then Amit Chaturvedi would be the richest guy in the department. A hardcore IAS aspirant, a deeply committed lover, a wannabe-professional-photographer and an ardent fan of Indian history and economy, this Bihari babu, with his Bihari accent he can be real fun to be around when you are down and dejected. Going by various names like Chatur, Chaturvedi or IAS babu, you can almost always find him in his room either apologizing romantically to his girlfriend or preparing hard for his future pursuit. If you are out with him, be sure to be interrupted by a couple of calls, not from his girlfriend, but from his friends who tend to panic if he isn’t around. Personifying the phrase “Burning the midnight oil”, Amit is definitely one of the coolest 9 pointers of the Department. His enormous levels of dedication saw him complete three puzzle books in two nights and bag a coveted job offer at a famous analytics firm. With a “who gives a fuck” attitude, he loves to abide by his own motto of “a weekend not wasted is not a weekend”. Tough times can see him exclaim “Bahut kasht hai jeevan main“, but you can always find him keeping his cool however dire the situation be. From cracking funny jokes to helping you understand a topic just before the exams there are a thousand small things that make him the perfect person to be around with in thick and in thin...
Ananta Charan Barik Ananta aka “Lituna” is one of those few persons who live to eat especially oily foods and chicken. The way he looks at “vada and samosa” is akin to a guy leering at the voluptuous curves of a hot girl. He always dreams of losing those extra fats that he has gained in the recent years and having well-sculpted abs along with well-toned biceps. But to his ill luck, dreams never materialize until and unless a determination entwined with momentum is put to fulfil the same. As far as grades are concerned, he can go to any length to excel in academics through his hard-work and sincerity. As a person, he can be very childish at times, fighting with mental turmoil to ascertain the thousand trivial questions arising in his mind and yet entertaining in two thousand ways by his eccentric expressions, while finding out the answers to those questions. A true learner and an avid reader, Ananta has brought about a massive improvement in his personality over the past 4 years. Besides all these things, he has been a helping hand to his friends who needed him in their adversity, which makes him one of the most trustworthy and dependable persons to go to in times of need. He is easily one of the most confident people on campus and is a truly loyal friend to have.
Anubhav Moharana If you were to describe Anubhav Moharana aka Dobby (for his resemblance to the character from Harry Potter) in one word, it would be “Nerd”. With an ever dazzling smile, a lazy walk and a shock of curly hair, Anubhav is the personification of his idol, Master Yoda's line, "Judge me by my size, do you?" A stellar know-it-all (someone who wouldn't miss a chance to show it all too), a literature enthusiast, a prolific writer, Anubhav is one of the most popular people at NITR. During his stint as the Chief Coordinator of Monday Morning, he made sure the student media body reached remarkable heights under his able command. Such is his love for attention that he wouldn’t fail to keep everyone engrossed with his cute self even during a nuclear disaster. Though a person who is famous for his calm and patient demeanour, his panic levels hit new highs when encountered with a flying insect. In contrast to his childlike appearance, his delivery & timing of witty, perverse talk could put professionals to shame. Juggling between his academics, work pressure as Monday Morning’s Chief Coordinator, MBA preparations, this “Playah” secretly managed to build a relationship that students only dream of. A guy who values honesty and loyalty above all, he is a friend who would patiently guide one through life, springing pleasant little gestures along the way that manage to convey his faith and trust in you. Here's wishing that he becomes the big millionaire he dreams of being. May the Force be with him!
Ashis Kumar A mesomorph to the eye, Ashis Kumar is among the rare breed of engineers who take physical fitness to a whole new level. Known for his monomania for sports, he has played table tennis, carrom, badminton, tennis, basketball, volleyball and cricket, to name a few. With a brawny and robust frame, Ashis is a sportsman of stupendous chutzpah and ingenuity. Brawn is mightier than brain is the ideology he swears by. He often invites trouble for himself by being the tough guy only to nurse his battle scars later. A compulsive buyer of stationery, he often goes on a shopping spree and ends up buying things which are completely unnecessary. He also has an obsession for sports equipment and one can always find him browsing sports equipment on e-commerce websites, and ordering the same the very next day. He has a dilettantish approach to staying fit; always planning jogging sessions in the morning, but waking up only minutes before the classes start. Veiled by his tough looks is his extremely concerned and caring nature. Protective of his close friends, this 'gentle giant' will go to any length to protect and defend them. Arguably the most dependable person in the entire institute, Ashis is the department's very own fatherlike-figure.
B. Litusha Patro B. Litusha Patro, AKA 'Dashing Lits', is one of those non-geeky and cool high-pointers who are so rare to come by. Having arguably the most exceptional hair among girls, Litusha is often touted as the 'Rapunzel' of the institute. This sweet and charming girl enjoys her life to the fullest and is crazy about bikes and dancing. Being an active member of Synergy, Litusha is one of the best dancers in the institute. She is also a fashion freak and an integral part of the institute's fashion club 'La Resista'. She loves dressing and shopping with her parents and friends for hours on end. She is believed to possess an enviable amount and variety of clothes in her closet and being a regular customer of e-commerce websites, she has a coupon code for almost all of them. Litusha loves perfection, be it in her academics or in her extracurricular activities, and is extremely passionate about achieving her goals. No wonder that she clicks over a thousand 'selfies' and then takes over a month to choose the best one among them to keep as her profile picture! She has a weird side to her too; on one hand, she loves ice-creams and spicy foods but on the other hand, she strictly stays away from chocolates, sweets and soft drinks. Helpful and honest, Litusha is a friend you can always count upon.
Bikash Sahoo Bikash Sahoo, AKA 'Ganesh Ji', is especially popular as the sincere and hardworking 'Class Representative' of the current batch of final year students (or pre-final year, in case of dual degree students) of Chemical Engineering department. More famously and commonly addressed as 'CR', Bikash is loved by everyone for diligently cancelling classes on demand. 'Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard' is one of the quotes saved on Bikash's cell-phone's Notes app and he routinely personifies the same. Rarely has someone been seen so motivated and determined to achieve one's goals as Bikash has. An apparent 'GMAT' for some, he is also an omnivorous voracious reader, and has been reading anything under the sun for the past 3 years. But none of these prevent him from being notorious at times, and he is well known for pulling out pranks on his close friends and making everyone laugh at any given moment. However, he treasures his friends a lot and takes care of them like a guardian. Bikash is also a die-hard 'Samsung' fanboy, as is evident from his comatose laptop, cell-phone and tablet; had Samsung manufactured underwear too, he would have surely owned a pair. He is someone who doesn't shy away from speaking his heart out and maintaining his stand on an issue. Bikash is a perfect concoction of true friendship, selfless duty, and unwavering dedication.
Gaurav Kumar Gaurav Verma, AKA 'Gullu' or 'Chhotu', hails from the land of Lalu Prasad, and has a personality which is both hilariously interesting and unique. This 'chhota packet', with a small height and yet a giant muscular body, is one of those fitness freaks of NIT Rourkela who would happily miss their academic classes for their gym 'classes'. His obsession with chiselling a perfect body for himself is so sincere that he follows the everyday discount offers on commercial sites likes Snapdeal, Paytm, Citrus Cash Wallet, etc, so as to get his protein shake free of cost. Sarcastically the most stylish person on campus, Gaurav claims to have lots of girlfriends around the globe which he frequently boasts about. This regular consumer of banana and milk, and the champion weightlifter of NIT Rourkela, has got a peculiar way of doing things and always amazes with his extraordinary acts (e.g.- leaving the viva in midst). Right from the freshman year to the final semester, this guy worries only for the exams and the only thing that comes to his rescue is his skills to dodge the invigilator (which is rare). A die-hard fan of WWE and Brock Lesnar, Gaurav is a trustworthy and fun-loving guy who one would love to hang out with. Here's wishing this friend of ours lots of luck and success in the years to come!.
Gurleen Kaur Sahani Extra-tall stature, extra-long hair, and extra-beautiful eyes-these qualities technically sum up Gurleen (aka Sardarni). Apart from the obvious giveaways like her long hair and fair complexions, 5 minutes into a conversation with her lets you confirm that she is a hard-core ‘Punjabi kuddi’. She is un-detachable from her phone and is an avid instagrammer. While she is amiable and approachable she was also a firm leader as the President of the Leo club. She stands out as a perfect example of beauty with brains. Her love for chicken can’t be expressed in any simple language. Due to her cute face and pretty looks , she has got a never ending bunch of fan-followers and futile lovers in the boys hostels. All hail to her class notes that always helped everyone and to her gossips that made the journey through the four years so easy. An avid listener, a true foodie and a generous friend, she is the life of every party. One crazy thing about her is that in spite of being in possession of a bicycle since the first year she has difficulties riding it without falling off. Still unsure about what future awaits her, she is the kind of person who believes in the true essence of carpe diem.
Haradhan Paul Haradhan Paul has been one of the most secretive personalities in the department and only a select few are actually allowed into his 'friend circle'. Haradhan has been to the entire Chemical Engineering department what Batman has been to Gotham City. One of the most sincere students of the department, his assignments have been copied and re-copied innumerable times and are used for reference in place of standard textbooks before examinations. A week prior to examinations, this guy could be found as a consultant, solving real-time chemical engineering problems for others so that they could solve their own 'problem', which undoubtedly is passing the semester exams. A crazy anime-lover, Japanese anime and Japanese folklore to this guy are what cricket is to the rest of India. Haradhan dangerously borders on being called an 'Otaku' and his annual internet usage bills, if charged, could be possibly higher than the highest pay packages offered on campus. Downloading random anime series and games is like an everyday ritual for him, and his laptop perhaps requires more holidays than the students at NIT need annually. From sleeping at 11 p.m. sharp to sleeping for 11 hours a day, this guy has gone through the true 'engineering' transformation. Crazy and weird only among his closest acquaintances, Haradhan Paul is a mystery worth unravelling.
Himadri Tanaya PriyadarsAni Sahu Himadri Tanaya Priyadarsani Sahu (AKA HTPS, guddy) is one of the shortest girls but with the longest name in the Chemical Department. On the outside she looks like any ordinary girl who loves shopping, spends a lot, gets her nails manicured, tends to her hair but in reality she is one of those cool bad ass girls who speaks out her heart and takes no . She can switch from being tom boyish to being a tad emotional in a matter of minutes. Though known to be a shopaholic, this girl goes on shopping sprees buying clothes every now and then but ends up never wearing them. She is the definition of stubborn and sometimes can be annoyingly lazy. She is a girl famous for having spent her four years of engineering without DC++. She is a devoted audience of indian ‘saas-bahu’ TV serials. She is also crowned as the Burp queen amongst her friends. Home is perhaps her dreamland as she leaves for her home every fortnight and must have given most of the fests of NITR a miss. Even though she is underweight, she loves spending thousands of bucks on biriyani. Blessed with painting skills and a melodious voice, she can be termed as a cassette that can play any song from the 90s or the recent times.
Kalicharan Panda Ask for Kalicharan around the campus and you’d be greeted with blank faces. Ask for KC and recognition will flood into the faces of people. KC or Kali dada has connections everywhere starting from First years to PhDs, Restaurant owners across the city, to retail shop owners as well as celebrities like TVF’s very own Biswapati Sarkar. Known for his courage to stand up for what is right, he is known to have stormed out of the class when the teacher offended him for all the wrong reasons. From his wish to play the song “Urvashi” for the band Euphony during his sophomore years, to being one of the most indispensable parts of the rock band of the campus, his transformation has been stellar. Learning to play difficult guitar solos from scratch is testimony to his single mindedness and focus. The rock star of the batch, he is sure to woo you with his exemplary guitar skills. He has an unusual trait of identifying himself with the hero of every movie he watches and is a romantic at heart. Honest, gutsy, courageous and confident are words that describe KC perfectly. With his own start-up making all the noise in the campus, one doesn’t need to wish KC luck, for you can be assured that he makes his own!
Katragadda Samanth Laconic, helpful, kind-hearted are words that perfectly personify Katragadda Samanth aka Samanth. He has two loves in his life, one being sleep and the other being food. An avid lover of Chicken Biryani, he can often be found lounging in his room which contribute to his frequent grade backs in almost all subjects. A huge movie buff, he is always busy watching videos on his laptop and likes to attribute his rare sightings in the class rooms as something he does in his “Free Time”. Immensely shy around ladies, few have ever heard his voice properly. He is someone who loves solving puzzles and is known to have won a mobile phone just by solving puzzles on Chegg. An ardent lover of WWE and a huge fan of John Cena, he has a knack of sailing through examinations preparing only the night before. A patient person, a helpful friend and a gem of a human being, he is someone whom you would definitely not want to let go.
Kumar Chand Behera Kumar Chand Behera, adorably called by his friends as 'Raja', is quite an interesting personality. His life at NIT Rourkela is a convincing testimony to the fact that there exists a world which runs on sheer hardwork and luck. In spite of being a '7-pointer', Kumar has managed to bag a 'dream' job in the core sector, and this achievement of his is perhaps enough to make even the most hardcore skeptic believe in fate and destiny. His primary interest within NIT lies in sketching numerous paintings on the walls around the campus. Owing to this passion, he has also dutifully served as the president of 'Chitraang', the graffiti club of NITR. Kumar is a very optimistic and emotional individual, and is a complete team man. His genuine concern for the needy, the poor and the less fortunate population of our society, and his willingness to lend them a helping hand are the trademark qualities of his compassionate self. Kumar believes in the beauty of dreaming big and the possibilities that it offers. He always says, "Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars and change the world." Needless to say, he has lived up to his words and has achieved his dreams too..
Mandaloju Brahma Teja Also called as Brahmi or Mandu, Brahmateja is inert and reserved type for strangers; however once you are friends with him he is pretty free. This guy looked out of place in the 1st year but by the pre-final year he was flowing like a rampaging river. This honest, frank and sometimes confused boy never complains about anything that life tends to throw at him. Sleep remains to be his best friend, leading him to make guest appearances in class lectures. He is a regular customer of GRADE BACKS bestowed by the acad section. Marks or to that extent remarks do not affect him to the least. A man characterized by sharp wit and words, he does everything in the last moment. However, amongst all brand consciousness this humble guy stays down to earth. A big fan of Mangas, he has read almost all that the crazy Japanese artists can conjure and much more. Here’s wishing him great luck in his future pursuits.
Mithilesh Kumar Yadav If you see a dark complexioned guy wearing a white whirt and blue jeans, clicking selfies around the institute, then be sure that you have come across Mithiliesh or Aslam/Mithi bhai/Ugandar as he is well known in his friend circle. He believes himself to be the reincarnation of Madhav from Mahabharat and loves to spread his “gyaan” amongst fellow NITians. A sound sleeper in classes, this guy is fierce in his talk and actions and his highly resourceful in times of need. Famous for his batting skills, he can smash any ball out of the park. He is famous for having hit the institute’s best bowler for four sixes in an over about which he boasts till date. An ardent defender of his Windows phine, you can always find him in an argument, against Android phone supporters. His after party speeches are real nightmares. Well known for his Nagin dances at parties he has well earned the title of “Kali Nagin”. Here’s wishing this jugaadu dude all the best for his future.
Mukesh Kumar Looking like a typial “bihari gunda” at first glance, Mukesh Kumar aka Master Saheb, Fattu is the complete opposite of it. His journey from a frightened junior, expecting his seniors to beat him up at the slightest provocation to the most liked final year has been inspirational. A die-hard fan of chemistry (bagging a job as a chemistry teacher), he makes sure he studies the subject daily for 2-3 hours. His command over the Hindi language is legendary, his poems, a testimony to it. A man who is not sure of his own birthday, he has celebrated it on four different days in these four years. He studied at the famous Navodaya Vidyalaya, taking a long time span of four years to clear AIEEE, and therefore, has a lot of never ending stories to tell about his ragging sessions at school, about girls in Kota, about girls in Varanasi and the likes. He has been a true savior of the Chemical Department junta, for Xerox copies of his well-written notes have surely prevented many backlogs. A great motivator, his inspirational speeches can motivate you to achieve much more than what you were planning to do. A great friend and a true mentor, we hope the next generation knows him as an “IIT Special Batch” teacher.
Nand Lal Sepat AKA 'Nandu', this lanky Chemical engineer is one of the sweetest peeple around in NIT Rourkela. A close friend to many, he has always been there for his friends whenever needed. This Rajasthani lad has a refreshing sense of humour and has an innate ability to not get bogged down by tensed circumstances. Moreover, his quick and witty jokes can lighten up anyone's mood who happens to be around him. He is quite straight-forward and does not back away from challenging anyone if he thinks he is correct. Hailed as the 'Stephen Curry' of his batch, he is presumably the best final-year basketball player in the institute team. He is lovingly cheered on by the girls as "PAPA-PAPAAA" while he goes about displaying his basketball skills. He is known to have never taken his meal before praying to Lord Hanuman and the alluring smell of incense sticks coming out from his room is a testimony to his pious self. At one point of time, he attempted to enroll in the institute gymnasium but the move proved to be a futile endeavor. Of late, his clandestine visits to the IG Park has baffled many and remains a mystery worth looking into. All in all, his humble and polite personality makes him one of the most likeable people on the campus.
Pawan Pawan aka Bhati is by far the most stylish guy of the Department. Known for his mercurial temper, this princely lad hailing from the state of Rajasthan carries sheer confidence in his gait and weight in his speech. An exceptional dancer, Pawan is well known amongst his friends as the perfect event planner who ensures that every moment spent with him is worth reminiscing. A die hard “Shah Rukh Khan” fan, Pawan can mimic every characteristic trait of the King of Bollywood with finesse and poise. An incredibly honest, humble and homesick guy, Pawan has definitely made many a girl’s hearts flutter with his moves and handsomeness. A lover of traveling, he loves to chronicle his experiences of the day. On the flip side, he can at times, remain glued to his laptop for hours altogether without fail. Fiercely loyal irreplaceably fun to be around with, Pawan is definitely on of the friends you can’t afford to lose.
Prateek Singhal Prateek Singhal or Dealer as he is popularly known is a proud owner of the zero size figure and the perfect example of a Four year transformation. From being fearful of all seniors in his 1st year to becoming one of the most powerful persons in his final year as the Joint Secretary of Placement Committee, this guy has seen it all. A great leader, a confident and meticulous planner with extraordinary managerial skills, he calls himself the “Narender” Modi who can make all the bureaucrats (read team members and friends) do all their and his work efficiently. A true proponent of “Bros before Hoes”, you will always find his friends at the top of his priority list for he rarely turns his back on anyone in need of his help. A very headstrong guy known for his Bihari English accent. Proud to be born in Ghaziabad, very few can dream like him and even fewer can have a legit shot at their dreams (here comes the PwC job offer!). A street smart guy who knows how to handle a situation, work efficiently and make people happy (though temporarily) Singhal is a true friend whom you can rely upon. .
Pratik Das Pratik Das, AKA the 'junior Arnab Goswami', is one of the most well-dressed and sophisticated people on campus. He is an outstanding orator and never misses out on an opportunity to take the podium and express his opinions. Having a calm and composed head on his shoulders, he is easily among the most soft-spoken people in the institute. Consequently, he makes friends rather easily and can go to any extent to help them when needed. Responsibility and dedication towards any work are qualities that define him. He is quite resolute and passionate about whatever work he does, but if in the process, his passion dries out, then not even God can make him do that. A perfect mix of confidence and attitude, his personality is something that you can't overlook. He is a fan of Sufi music, an unapologetic shopaholic, and a true lover of 'Palak Paneer'. As a true Pisces, he is gifted with very good listening capabilities and a bizarre writing speed; his class notes are a testimony to this fact. He is quite famous for his never-ending bank balance and is a regular costumer of 'Polaris', 'Nirvana', etc. A very dedicated member of the Leo Club and also its ex-treasurer, Pratik Das is truly a dynamic personality and a fierce friend.
Rachit Goyal If you see a lonely guy on a bike moving around the campus, trying to escape from the eyes of all the guards, just to get his handwritten applications (in bulk) signed from the authorities of NITR, then be sure that you must have come across Rachit Goyal aka Mr. “Enter”preneur. When students drudge along a long and tedious process to acquire leaves, this Marwadi can pull medical leaves out of the thin air without even changing his facial expression. A prolific sportsperson in the past, this juggadu boy knows every loop hole in the academic rule book and can guide you out of the stickiest academic situations. The number of people he networks with is mind boggling for he claims to know every gupchup and dabeli waala in town. One of the founding members of the first startup of NITR, this down to earth person is happy with just a paratha and daal fry as his meal at any time of the day. He might come across as a snob at first glance but once you get to know him well, you can quickly understand that all his judgments are based on a core belief system. Enormously loyal and faithful to his friends, he loves his bike to such an extent that he needs to cover even the shortest of the distances with it. The only time this guy has been seen running was for a friend in need. Here’s wishing this businessman many more successes in the future.
Rathlavath Sreenu A friend one can rely upon and a great companion, Rathlavath Sreenu AKA sreenu, is a ‘bindaas’ guy who doesn’t care about what others think of him and does everything he feels is right. This guy is full of fun, life and energy and is one of the biggest introverts in NIT Rourkela . It doesn’t matter whether you know him well or not, his cozy company can make you feel good every time you talk to him. No matter what the problem is, he can come up with funny things to make you laugh. He is very intelligent and has recently shown signs of being studious. Though he can be sentimental at times he is essentially a practical guy who lives life the way it comes. He is very popular among his friends for his humorous and comical character .Despite throwing tantrums and boring his friends with baseless PJs ,a part of him always stands up for his friends through thick and thin. A phrase that is his life’s motto is “Never fear any problems whether it is big or small, lets face it, eat it, and beat it before it does”.
Rishabh Raj A hint of shyness, maturity and wisdom-these are the qualities that define Rishabh AKA Munni. This ever smiling guy having a passion for music is one lovable soul .Being a bihari, you will be taken aback by his well-mannered behavior and affable way of speaking. He is well known for his sweet, caring and softspoken nature, so much so that he even taunts you with a sugar coated verse. His suave nature along with his excellent observational skills brings out the gentleman in him. He is a born leader and takes the reign upon him when no one else is there to take care of it. He is one of those who is hardly seen in classes, but has never got a grade- back in any subject. Extremely organised, his room is a sight to behold as it’s the most well maintained room in the boys hostel. Being one of the very few guys who are so conscious about what they eat, whether it be ‘Rengcol ka oily samosa’ or ‘Hex ki butter roti’, he surely gives you diet goals. He is as sophisticated as he gets starting from his Habib’s haircut to wearing comfortable shoes. Although he is super nice, but when it comes to girls ,he can be a Devdas as well as a Playboy.
Rishav Chand Popularly known as Prof. Chaanda for his vast knowledge and pragmatic approach to every problem, Rishav "Perfect" Chand is the chivalrous gentleman of the batch. People have multiple personality disorders, Rishav is someone who has a multiple potential disorder. A master of all trades, this perfectionist has deep seated skills in chess, table tennis, singing, cooking, writing, research, and also for that matter, the art of losing weight. Starting his engineering days weighing over a hundred kilos, this man’s transformation from a Dudley Dursley to Harry Potter after having lost about 43 kilos can easily bag him commercials for companies selling slimming products. The gourmet that he is, he has mastered the art of ordering the perfect food when out with his friends and can be blindly trusted with any order. The prolific writer and marvelously skilled person that he is, Rishav can easily bag the award for the most sincere student, friend and boyfriend for the batch of 2012-2016. Rumors say he has been proposing girls since Kindergarten, but he has finally settled with a great girl. His love for Sachin Tendulkar and Pandas is only second to his love for his girlfriend. With a super dream core job in ITC and his envious GRE score, Rishav is probably the only true blooded Chemical Engineer in the batch. His people skills have made him one of the most likable people at NITR, one who can be vouched for to have no enemies on campus. Here's wishing this gem of a friend the most of success, a happy married life and a house full of Pandas!
S Teja Many don't know that Sillaparisetti Teja is a.k.a "Pandu" / Striker is a born slugabed, an epitome of indolence and a bigtime bibliophile who never finds peace unless he watches each and every movie and Tv-series with a good IMDB-rating. He has his own way-of-living as he does everything from his heart and tries to get a good positive feel of everything that he experiences. He loves analyzing whatever he does, watches and reads which is evident from his near perfect Oscar prediction Fb-posts. Famous amongst his friends, he is among the rare odia-telugu hybrids found in NITR. His popularity has soared in the recent years because of his generosity towards the NITR junta over DC++. One would love to have his height but would pray not to have his physique resulting from his micro-diet. This shy, calm and fiction-freak is one cool friend who would take his high friend safe to his room being himself not in a position to do so. With his caring, helping and loving nature, he always finds a special place in his friend's heart and does the perfect justification for the line - "a friend in need is a friend indeed..
Sameer Pandey If the words ‘Bhaiii hai na tera’ or ‘Samajh Lenge’ ring anywhere near you anytime of the day, then be sure that it’s none other than Sameer Pandey, aka Pandey, Jerry or Paanchali. This tall lanky dude hailing from Dhar (MP) - which he vehemently claims to be a district - is an ardent lover of folk songs and aspires to become an IAS officer one day. You can find him attending OE classes more frequently than his Departmental classes because of the considerably favorable gender ratio. Boasting himself to be one of the most “Telented” guys of NITR, this co-founder of Pixeloids club and Ex-Convenor of FMS Society is famous for his special accent and funny pronunciation of words. Almost all the rumors in the institute find their source at him. One can always find him prepared with a new story out of his past experiences to entertain all. Highly resourceful, he knows all the jugaad to make money out of anything, going as far as running out of the HoD’s class for a bet of four cold coffees! A true friend, whose company would be sorely missed by everyone, this Pandeyji is definitely future Bigg Boss material.
Sanjeeban Nanda “Life is short, make it large” – Sanjeeban Nanda (aka tabla, jatayu) lives to prove this phrase. At a mere age of 22, he has done enough to summon the world at his feet. One of the top tabla players in the country, an outstanding NCC cadet, an avid coder, a budding photographer, a famous story writer (self-proclaimed) and above all, the humblest of men one will ever meet, Sanjeeban Nanda defines the term “master of all trades”. He can be seen roaming around in the academic area much after class hours, a habit which gives rise to his alias of “jatayu”. Perennially sleep deprived, he is known for not eating for days, coming to class without brushing, and sleeping ardently in the first bench. Where people find it hard to fetch a single internship, this man easily got five in his bag. Known for the 1000 likes on his Facebook profile picture, a Monday Morning interview in the 2nd year, and a call from Shankar Mahadevan Music School, he is no less a celebrity already. He only dates school girls, makes sure to mess up in a few months, and then lightens up boring classes with his breakup stories. Yet, he remains one of the most likeable guys in the institute, and with all that enthusiasm, vigor, and talent, he will surely rise as high as the stars. Good luck.
Saroj Kumar Behera Saroj Kumar Behera, hailed by some as 'Lord Saroj' owing to his hilarious e-mail id, is known in the department and among his close friends for his sincerity and perseverance. Anyone who gets to know him will immediately attest to the fact that this guy is extremely hard-working and has immense determination. He possesses sound logic and puts forth his ideas and arguments laced with impeccable common sense. His enthusiasm to learn is enviable and this quality of his is especially evident during laboratory courses. He is quite a simple person but his integrity and strong character shine through his eyes. Modesty, humility, and the ability to assess oneself properly are the trademark qualities of his persona. His personality also has a refreshing 'khanti-odia' touch that sets him apart from others. With a never-say-die attitude, Saroj Kumar Behera is one of the most tenacious students in the department and a great friend to have too.
Shivam Saroha One of the most own to earth people you would ever come across, Shivam aka Pelu is that much of an ardent fan of NPTEL videos as normal NITians are of TV Series’. His commitment to cracking the grueling GATE exams saw him preparing from the second year itself. His GATE notes, interspersed with both Hindi and English scribbling are fabled; ironically, he could never cross the 8 CGPA boundary ever. He finally reaped the fruits of his toils when he breezed through his Linde interview and GATE with a rank of 144. This encyclopedia of Chemical Engineering can listen to “Proper Patola” for 40 times without a break. Hardly a GMAT despite his commitments, he composes shayaris that can leave you laughing your heads off. Exams see his room converted into a tuition center flooded with people waiting to get their doubts cleared. A Godfatheresque figure for his branchmates, he is perpetually ready to sit patiently explaining the perplexing concepts of Chemical Engineering. Entering NITR as an introvert, this shy guy surely leaves his mark on every life he touches with his simplicity, humility and philosophical perspective on life.
Sidharth Sekhar Sahoo Sidharth Sekhar Sahoo, more commonly known by just his middle name 'Sekhar', is one of the most likeable guys in the department. Unlike his fast-greying hair, Sidharth is famous for his procrastinating nature as he never does anything on time, but still remains hopeful of mending his ways someday. Ah! Procrastination again! Always a fun-loving and jovial guy, Sidharth is quite popular in his friend circle as a natural stress-buster. In his leisure time, Sidharth is always on the lookout to discover or invent something glorious but eventually, ends up failing miserably every time. He is also known for his magnanimous attitude as a person is never denied a treat in 'Back-post' or 'Amul' by Sidharth. "I am 200% sure; you don't worry", is what he always says but more often than not, this statement lands him and his friends in deep trouble owing to his misjudgement. Blessed with an innate ability to spread happiness as Sidharth is, one cannot help but smile when this guy is around.
Sidhartha Tirthankar A merry throwback to more innocent times, the starry eyed boy from Damanjodi is perhaps the finest web designer the institute has seen. Often mistaken for a first year student, even in his final year, due to his skinny frame and child-like innocent face, Sidhartha Tirthankar is one of the smartest and most intelligent people of his batch. 'Sid', as he is adorably called, found his niche in the technical team of the numerous fests hosted by the institute and co-founded Design Tab, a club that has now become one of the most sought after in NIT Rourkela. He enjoys manipulating every gadget that comes his way by virtue of his brilliant technical acumen. However, more often than not, he lands himself in trouble and on one occasion, he thus rendered his perfectly working cell phone useless. A humble polymath, he reads widely on various subjects and is often mined for information pertaining to cyberspace. With a 'black hole' in his stomach and being blessed with a magical metabolism, Sid can gulp down pounds of carbs without ever gaining a single ounce from it. He is a truly reliable friend to have and can be expected to be always ready to help out his close friends. One of the most humble and jovial guys on campus, Sidhartha remains an inspiration for many, reminiscent of the numen that dwells in his name..
Sipra Priyadarshinee Sipra Priyadarshinee is a strong and independent personality whose ambitions are as high as her stature. This tall 'Black Beauty' is an admirer of Taylor Swift's songs and Victoria Secrets' shows. Not a single day goes by without her having taken either tea or coffee. Potato is her staple food and her laptop is an indispensable part of her everyday life. Society stands out of her way when she takes decision no matter what. She is a friend one can always rely upon in times of need. Famous for not having created a Facebook account in these 4 years, she prefers socializing with people by actually meeting them and getting to know them. This bubbly and talkative girl starts up everything with great sincerity but more often than not, the end result is invariably a disaster due to her lackadaisical attitude. “Ame ta Gariba Loka� is what she keeps blabbering while having aspirations for foreign settlement. An aspiring model but takes the least care of her skin, a wonderful dancer but too lazy to do warm-up exercises, an innovative hair stylist but rarely combs her hair, a creative dress designer but never respects or takes care of her own dresses that's how Sipra is! She is the 'Secret Box' in her friend circle as she is quite adept at keeping everyone's secrets safe with her. Her mysterious 'Somvaar ka Vrat', her 'mundi' attitude, and her desire to confront challenges are the traits that make her personality so distinctive.
Sonam Bijaya Sonam Bijaya, AKA 'Sony', is as unique a personality as her name. At first glimpse, she would seem to be very shy, simple, reserved and conservative. However, once you get to know her, she has everything but these qualities. Sony is a gluttonous reader and has read more novels than what most people can even name. She is also crazy about movies and is a big TV series buff; she has perhaps watched or at least, has tried watching each and every movie and TV series that there is on 'DC++'. As a result, she has a rough idea about almost every topic and situation, and thus can hold her own pretty well in a debate or discussion. As if English TV series were not enough, she started watching Korean TV series some time back and has now almost completed watching every 'K-Drama' that the poor internet could offer. In spite of this, she is not at all a regular 'girly' girl, and can be often found saying 'Chill dude, I am not a girl'! A true food lover, Sonam never hesitates to try out new cuisines and doesn't ever let any food go waste in any party by taking it upon herself to finish the food. Also an occasional painter and movie critic, Sonam is a cool, hard-working and rational girl with an affable personality and an infectious smile.
Subhakanta Nayak Subhakant Nayak, AKA 'Subu', is well known among his friends as a mathematical prodigy and especially for his puzzles which are quite infamous for being notoriously tricky. Initially quite disheartened after joining NIT Rourkela due to its facilities and surroundings, Subhakant found his calling and interest in programming, puzzles and mathematics which has kept him going thus far. An extreme introvert by nature, Subhakant is also a steady and dedicated learner; while most of the students toil hard for grades in the examinations, Subhakant requires just a quick overview the night before the exams to score nearly as much. He has a very sophisticated demeanour, great presence of mind, and his fast decision-making skills surely make him stand out of the crowd. In spite of his talent, Subhakant remains completely downto-earth and is perhaps one of the most humble guys on campus.
Subham Bansal If you ever need to find a guy who has a heart as clear as a crystal, you should meet Subham Bansal. Be it the department or the Sambalpur zone, he is popular among all who know him, friends, juniors and seniors alike. Bansal, as he is simply called, is one of those friends who will always have your back but on your face, he will be brutally honest about everything. Always giving priority to his friends and his loved ones before himself, he has redefined friendship and has set new benchmarks in that regard. Immensely attached to his family, and being the responsible 'Marwadi' son, one can always find him on the phone with his parents and even his extended family. Bansal has a very cool and relaxed personality and he believes in enjoying his engineering life to the fullest. He is the life of all parties and most of his B. Tech. life has been supposedly spent in 'Polaris'. He came to this world without a volume control switch, for his famous loud and shrill voice can be heard from half a kilometre away. He is a die-hard fan of Roger Federer and an ardent follower of lawn tennis, cricket and badminton. He himself is an outstanding badminton player and is probably the best player in Hall-5. 'Bold', 'carefree', 'spontaneous' and 'supremely confident' are words that define Bansal.
Suchitra Murmu Suchitra Murmu, or simply 'Suchi', is the sweet girl next door who can enchant you with a lifelong friendship if you strike the right chord with her. An obsessed cleanliness freak, Suchi holds the distinction of having the cleanest room among her friends. Famous for her devil-may-care attitude while sleeping, she would even put Kumbhakarna to shame with her deep slumber! Suchitra has always been fascinated with nailarts and has a weird addiction for black nail paints. Apart from being a nail-art enthusiast, Suchitra is also pretty good at doing 'Rangoli' which further underscores her innate artistic skills. Not just that, she also loves doodling on class benches and tables whenever the lectures fall short of being interesting. This coolheaded ex-general secretary of CVR Hostel is known to have impressively braved through innumerable catfights for an entire year and still not get exasperated. She can manage any kind of situation by herself but she seldom shares her personal problems with others. She has a very reserved personality and is more exactly like a closed book for others. However, she can occasionally turn into a daredevil while trying out new things with her closest friends and can throw up a surprise or two. Always ready to go the extra mile to plan events or arrange surprises for her friends' special occasions, Suchitra is a real gem of a friend to have.
Swetashree Sahoo The art of surprise-giving and sharing bliss with their loved ones isn’t a skill many can brag about. It needs sheer dedication, effort and love. Swetashree aka Sweta, Rainy, is the queen of this art because of the extra sweetness and all her perfections she puts into it. An introvert, Sweta is a prolific leader and motivator with a weakness towards imagination, beauty and perfection. From being the Chief Coordinator of Cognizen to the Hall Maintenance secretary. her incomparable organizing-skills, ingenious craftsmanship, powerful writing, meticulous thinking and perseverance make her who she is and what she does within the curriculum and beyond. She loves pranks, puppies, pandas, teddies, and her few but faithful friends. She is a popular anti-racist who boos Fair & Lovely; though she still calls herself darkcomplexioned. Her diligence, when unfruitful, brings a temporary displeasure on an otherwise beautiful face with an angelic smile. She hides her pain to bring happiness to others. Sweta, a social-reformist within society, despises delinquencies in style and etiquette. Her character is shaped by Ruskin Bond's romanticism, Robert Kiyosaki's pro-management skills, Ramdhari S. Dinkar's strong poetry and many other authors. Her aura and her infinite love are reason enough to reamin in her companionship for a lifetime and then some more..
Talari Abhishek Babu Talari Abhishek Babu, or simply 'Babu', is arguably the most jovial fellow that you could find in the department. Known for his ever-smiling face, this guy has made quite a few close friends across all departments and all regions. He prefers going by the name 'Tony Snape' on social media, the reason for which is known to only a select few. He has a very polite and gentle demeanour, and his innocent self is enough to win anyone's heart. Always managing to stay cheerful, Babu is the perfect guy to hang out with if someone is interested in being relaxed for a while. He is extremely fond of chicken and is supposedly a cricket fanatic. He loves playing cricket and idolizes Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Babu has utmost respect for girls and does not tolerate any unacceptable comments made about them. Like many on the campus, he too is a guitar enthusiast and does not mind torturing his friends with his yet-to-be-melodious chords. Nevertheless, he keeps his friends and his family at the top of his priority list and can go to any lengths to keep them happy. Babu believes in keeping things simple and living his life with freedom. However, this kind-hearted and considerate individual is not one to be taken lightly because he is silently determined and does not know how to give up.
Tannya Sarah George Taller than half the population on campus, Tannya Sarah George is one of the most incredible personalities of her batch. This long-legged South Indian lass loves her Malayali culture, her Malayali customs and her Malayali guy(s) all alike. Reading and debating are her favourite pastimes, so much so that you should be well aware of it before getting into a discussion with her. She knows a little something about almost everything, so it’s a futile attempt to try winning an argument with her; and if by some dumb sheer luck you do, she isn’t one to accept defeat gracefully. Blessed with a beautiful voice, she can also set the stage on fire with her flawless singing. She even went on to be called as 'The Adele of Rourkela' for her famous ‘Rolling in the Deep’ performance for Heartbeats. Her impeccable sense of humour and her hilarious Hindi are sure to have you in splits, and even if that doesn’t do it, then her melodious laughter will surely burst a giggle from you. Someone like her would probably have a heavy head, but surprisingly she is modest to a fault, sinfully sweet and caring. Tannya's personality is a perfect amalgamation of love, care, talent, trust and humility, which makes her stand out from the crowd and leave an everlasting impression on the heart of anyone who gets to know her.
Vikash Kumar Vikash Kumar or Garda as he is popularly known, is known across the department for his famous Bihari accent. Few are privy to the fact that his full name is Vikash Kumar Sony. Flirtatious with almost every girl in his batch, Vikash is a joy to be with because of his humorous mannerisms and witty anecdotes. An active member of the Aasra team, Vikash is highly compassionate and has a penchant for penning down beautiful pieces of poetry and seductive shayaris. Hailing from the land of Gaya, Garda can be incredibly hard working and jugaadu at the same time which helped him bag two jobs in his fourth year. Known for giving immensely long vivas, you can expect to wait for a long time if your turn comes after him. A very honest and caring friend, Vikash is someone on whom you can always count on.
Vinod Kumar Meena Happiness defines Vinod Kumar Meena (AKA Pinky). Hailing from Rajasthan he is undoubtedly one of the coolest guys in NIT Rourkela as you can hardly ever see him getting angry. He is the most punctual guy in the Chemical department and his frequently used phrase is “arrey yaar”. He has a heart bigger than a cricket stadium. This guy has the ability to make every mundane thing fun and is good at solving others’ problems but unfortunately not his own. He’s a great friend who is ready to help you at anytime. . Vinod is a very trustworthy, fun-loving but an extremely slow person. He has immense patience to sit through any boring lecture. He has a quite an inert and down to earth nature. He is quite shy in nature especially in the presence of girls and hates to be in the news for any reason. But most importantly, his gentlemanly nature is hard to find in any other guys. Mostly he can be seen swinging his hands in the air and saying in the heavy voice of a typical-Indian-movie-villain "bhai, humko kuch nahi aata !". His unmatched confidence takes him ahead of everyone.
Yogesh Prajapati Yogesh aka Guruji has an innate ability to teach his fellow mates. His dynamic, indefatigable enthusiasm is infectious. A social entrepreneur, he has many start ups at his disposal and can always be seen on the move without wasting any of his precious time. Highly driven, he is spiritually motivated whose magnetic aura and attitude has been strengthened from the infallible teachings of the Bhagvad Gita. Highly inquisitive, he never fails to question things that he can’t comprehend. An ardent follower and member of the Voice Club, he is a highly spiritually motivated human being who takes care of both body and soul. Immensely caring and straightforward, Yogesh is someone you can always count on. With his ability to get things done, Yogesh is definitely expected to scale new heights in his life!
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Deepak Meena With a flamboyant demeanour, surreal magnetism and last but definitely not the least ‘the shining black bike,’ Deepak Meena, or simply Meena, is easily the perfect person you would need under stressful situations (mostly for his bike). Often referred as ‘playboy’, Meena is a walking repository of every girl in the institute. He is that sweet guy in the group who is playful and the darling of all the girls. Meena is so conscious about his complexion that he avoids playing under the sun for the fear of getting darker! Apart from complexion, hair loss is another delinquent that keeps him under constant apprehension. He has undergone a massive transformation from the first year to the final, from a disorganised carefree guy to an organised and responsible man. But like every other mortal, Meena has his own poetic fallacy when it comes to money. He turns from riches to rags within a week of his ‘Ghar se paise aa gaye.’ ‘Pata nahi yaar kahan chale jaate hain’ would be the words he would utter melodramatically while shining the dial of his brand new brown leather strap watch. Deepak Meena is undeniably a happy memory which you would contemplate upon sipping coffee many years from now.
Nikita Paul Being the only chatterbox (and girl) in the ceramic duals, Nikita is the heart and soul of the batch. Having a pellucid heart compiled with nectar-like personality, a gothic gracious immaculate damsel she is...! Phew! So caring she can be that friends have bestowed the appellation of ‘Mummy’ upon her. Her transformation curve in these years has been steeper than the exponential curve. It would be hard to believe for someone that this cool and confident lady was once a nerd and ‘GMAT.’ Although many of her friends know about the endless list of her crushes, few know about the vast fan-following that she commands. A talkative friend and ‘secret keeper,’ you can have endless gossip sessions where she would be blabbering utmost of the time. No matter how hard one tries to hide something from her, she will extract it out instantly just from one of her furtive glances. Her life advices and talk therapy are always the ultimate solutions to any of the life problems. Not to mention, she has one of the greatest life skills- the talent of bargaining with vendors no matter how cheap the product costs. A cleanliness freak, once she dusted her room so much that she had an asthma attack and her parents had to be called! A boxful of entertainment, it’s hard to get bored when she’s around. Her camaraderie is unforgettable and will always be missed by her friends throughout their lives.
Rahimuddin Khan In low waist jeans, a half tugged-in shirt, hands in pockets, a cap on top and with an ever cheerful smile, there enters our beloved Rahim. One thing which he never compromises on is his looks. He would think twice about his attire even before going to mess! Rahim is so conscious of his hair that he never lets anyone touch them. He even compelled me to keep an image as his souvenir pic from a bygone era when his head was fertile. But, even small things make him happy. No matter how hard or unpleasant the situation is, you will always find him smiling. With a caring and magnanimous heart, he is always ready to jump ahead to help you out even before you ask. This helping nature of his intensifies when it comes to the opposite sex. Another walking repository of our branch, Rahim (aka ‘tharki’), knows about every girl, ranging from B.Tech to PhD. Be it exam or placements, he loves a group study and wanders about saying, ‘‘bas uper uper se gist me batade, baki sab dekhlunga.” Also a sports enthusiast, starting from volleyball to cards, he has tried his luck in all possible sports. We hope he finds success, love and happiness in his endeavours and maintains his jolly and awesome attitude.
Rajib Lochan Rautaray Blessed with good looks, Rajib aka ‘Cheli’ (goat), is gregarious to the core which makes him one of the popular guys of the batch. He is calm, cool, intelligent and a very humble guy. He can adapt to any and every environment with utmost ease. From being a shy and introvert person he has morphed into one of the coolest and popular guys. This nerd has a beautiful charming smile. An impeccable listener, no matter what you blabber, he listens. You may always hear of an ongoing cold war waged between engineering and medical undergraduates, but this engineer has a soft corner for a medical person, for obvious reasons. A proficient wedding crasher, Rajib not only gifts (which are always empty) the newlywed, but also clicks snapshots with them and keeps these as a memento. Quite the photogenic, you can find him in almost all the photos you have with his unique poses. When on the dance floor, he gets an unusual burst of energy and jives with such spunk that everyone else steps aside. This nerd never says no to try out something new, be it an inter-branch cricket match or picnic or a night out. Never denying anything when asked for, he can go to any extent to help his friends out. Wishing this happy-go-lucky fellow good luck in all future endeavours.
Sobhit Pattanaik "Chubby cheeks, rosy lips…," were perhaps written keeping Sobhit, aka Johnson baby, in mind. Rather reserved in nature, Sobhit has transformed from a studious geek to a light-hearted cool dude with whom you can joke around anytime, anywhere. Being a local, he never misses any chance to run away to his home. Legend has it that Sobhit has never seen the NITR life on the weekends for he would be at his home. But his conversation over the phone with his parents is always limited to single syllable words of yes or no. An avid music lover, be it class or room, you will always find him humming, especially the lyrics of Honey Singh’s raps. He is too picky in restaurant dishes thus dines only on omelette, ‘kali daal’ and ‘roti’. Unlike others, Sobhit maintains a strict routine of sleeping by 10:30 pm and practising yoga in the mornings. He says this lets him maintain his ‘inner peace.’ May it be politics or sports, he keeps a distinct keen perspective towards every situation and never leaves any stone unturned to keep his point out. Here’s hoping Mr OCL touches the zenith of success in a very short time.
Soumya Prakash Sahoo Soumya, aka Somu, Neula, and Batman, is the most loved and revered character among the “Vees”. He is the epitome of perfect attitude and knowledge. The quote “know something about everything and everything about something” best describes him. He is quite the Jack of all trades and master of ALL. Ssh! He is also great at throwing flowers. Breakfast is a sin he rarely commits. He can eat chicken platters every day for a fortnight, without gaining an ounce, maintaining his ‘size zero’ figure to the chagrin of the ladies. If mass were currency, Soumya is superlatively skint. This ‘kamzoron ka Aamir Khan’ wants everything to be quintessential, is nocturnal, lazy, benevolent and a hidden 9 pointer who never reveals his true grades. With the minds of a congenital kleptomaniac and hands of a professional pickpocket, he steals your stationery, confidently conjures up a tale at the snap of his fingers, and makes you believe that he owns them. He was once late to exams, as his napping session in the washroom was on. Troll moment: he was worried sick when he couldn't fall back from a dramatized name ‘Matsya Sahoo’ he gave on Facebook. Somu talks to a hell lot of girls thus keeping his ladylove unidentified. However, he rests not until he has pulled out someone else's cat out of the bag. Animes, mangas and books are his true love. Your friends are looking forward to the next volume of your 'Neula Comics'.
Subrat Dash With a humungous herculean build and a complexion fairer than Snow White (which he takes a lot of pride in), Subrat Dash, the beloved ‘Hathi’ of the department, is a man of many deeds. His everyday schedule includes chanting Hanuman Chalisha in the morning, playing cricket, pilgrimage to backpost and some other nefarious activities. He constantly jibes at anyone who is studying even the day before exam, but stealthily revises the lessons at least 10 times inside his room. One should not judge him by his tough looks for he is a kid in the core who literally wakes up in the middle of the night shrieking. (To which, his roommate will bear testimony.) This ‘pure vegetarian’ has categorised egg and gravy of any chicken dish into the vegetarian category. A true party buff and an avid lover of the much commercialized version of ethanol, Subrat has been always on a lookout for an outing and has ensured best of the times for his friends and himself with his never-say-no attitude. At the helm of placement activities for both B.Tech and dual degree students, which is a first, Subrat has worn the hat of responsibility with ease. Close friends will always remember this cheerful guy and his unforgiving bashing of the branch topper, irrespective of audience or occasion. Wishing him success in future, he will always be found in best of thoughts.
Sujit Kumar Giri Popularly known as ‘Troubleshooter’ among the DC++ populace, Sujit is a loyal foot soldier of the brand name ‘Baleswaria’. This overly smart, pretending to be English specialist, has the attitude of listening to his own heart rather than following the crowd. His coined phrase ‘laka-laka,’ along with his idiosyncratic tongue gesture, has grossed out many. This guy will never leave any chance to insult you till you hate yourself and at the same time be your closest friend. His prized possession is his woofer on which he enjoys playing songs beyond the human tolerance levels. Confused between careers, he makes plans which generally expire after a day. Sujit has such variety of things stuffed in hidden corners of his room that when you think in some situations, ‘Ah! I wish we had this…,’ and he has it. Once his friend lost his room key and came to Sujit’s room, depressed. It was our Troubleshooter who came to the rescue with his hoarded bunch of keys. He tried a few among his hoarded hundreds, found a match, opened the room and simply walked away like the hero walks into the sun at the end of movies. But when you get past all these oddities, there he is, the brother who is not a friend but family. Keep enjoying life and attain greater milestones, brother.
TASNEEM ARA BEGUM Tasneem Ara begum a.k.a. “TAB”,”Tassu”, “Miss Affine” with her cute smile and bindass-carefree attitude, always manages to keep her life a simple yet a happening one. Being a pure-hearted, straight forward and helping friend, senior and junior, she is probably the youngest in the batch .From a shy and reserved girl in her freshmen year to being a garrulous and friendly person by her final year, she has been voted as the “most transformed person in NITR”. With the title of, “A big time foodie” she loves to gulp in all sorts of non-veg food one can imagine, but her love for chicken delicacies often ends up in CWS almost every semester. Her affliction to movies, TV series and recently reading novels, sketching and painting is well known. With her weird and witty replies to anything absolutely simple and utter complicated, she reminds one of ‘Phoebe Buffay’ from ‘F.R.I.E.N.D.S’, who lives her life to the fullest. She is also famous for her ardent talent to sleep off peacefully and endlessly for days in the toughest of all times and often loves to quote “Chicken and sleep are the solution to all your problems”. This funky, fun-loving, quick-witted, Mughal damsel is the coolest girl you can meet in NIT and is a treat to be around.
Abhisekh Anand Popularly known as “Gupta Ji” and “Sharma Ji”, hailing from Bhagalpur, Bihar, Anand was quite famous for his short-spiky hair-cut when he came to NITR. Irrespective of the adverse situation he is trapped in, he always says “Just chill” and is known to maintain this calm demeanour incessantly. A cricket fanatic or more appropriately a “CRICKET KEEDA”, he can bunk classes and hardly cares about grade backs. Cricket being his passion, one can witness all the cricket news, facts and figures at the tip of his tongue. “Every day”, oops! Correction! “Every night” one can find him sitting in the balcony or roaming in the corridor murmuring to his better half over phone late at night. And to one’s amazement, this lover boy keeps two mobile phones one for ‘Gharwale’ and the other one, god knows why? (:P). “Teri Keh Ke Lunga” is his favourite quote, which he often uses to intimidate his opposite numbers. To sum it up he is a noblehearted, reliable, trustworthy friend who truly values all types of relationships. His simplicity and selfless nature to help others makes him stand out among many. Being a Civil Services aspirant, he is always on a surge to learn new things and doesn’t miss a chance to update his knowledge power bank. We wish him a very good luck for his future endeavours and hope he soars new heights!
Sanjay Dhakar If anyone personifies the word “crazy”, it has to be Sanjay Dhakar aka “Dhakad” or “Sanju”. Always filled with eccentric ideas, he can gross out people with ease. Always absorbed in the world of movies and TV series he never risks to write any assignment or lab record on his own. His gifted sense of humour comes handy in spicing up all masti sessions and lighting up tense atmosphere. A cricket lover, Dhakar is also known for his at par excellent cricketing skills. A party monger and fun loving person, he is always zestful about partying and travelling to new places with his friends. A child by heart, endowed with innocence, he easily becomes a scapegoat many a times without doing anything. Despite his endless efforts to make a girlfriend, he fails badly, when it comes to “dil ka mamla” and continues to maintain his single status. One can often find him quoting, “Ab Tak Nahi Kiya! To Ab Karke Kya Hoga”; he is one helluva example of a perfect combination of “lazy and crazy” who does not want to learn anything new and is self-satisfied with whatever he has. We wish this locoweed good luck for finding himself a perfect match and a bright future ahead!
Kshitish Kumar Jena Kshitish fondly known as "TATA STEEL" or “Man of Steel” is probably the first person to grab a superdream core job in TSL from ceramic department. Otherwise known as “GMAT”, he is quite serious and sincere about his academics, which is quite visible by his punctuality and readiness for attending classes. Meticulous in his ways, Kshitish is an epitome of well-organized living and is famous for maintaining a strict schedule for everything he does in a day. Humble by nature, he believes in simple living and high thinking and treats everyone with a lot of respect. He is a big-time foodie and has an eternal relationship with non-veg food. Be it day or night, his readiness to play cricket clearly defines his love for the sport. Famous for his quick-wit and amazing sense of humour he always finds a special place in the good book of his friends. Be it notes during exams or Lab record, he is ever ready to lend a helping hand. But beware! Even this innocent being can sometimes go short tempered and kill the receiving end with his impingent one-liners. Christened with a complex name, he always has a hard time explaining others to spell and pronounce his name correctly. Determined and perfectionist by nature, he is hell bent on achieving his goals. We wish him excellence and success beyond imagination in his upcoming future!
Tumulu Satish Kumar Starting from a stellar CGPA to attending conferences and publishing papers, from internship in Canada to grabbing a super-dream job, this guy hailing from BAM is packet of overflowing knowledge and technical skills. Sincerity and dedication are his hallmark. Popularly known as “Tima”, “Tumulu”, “Mr. Canada”, “Mitacsloko”, he is a prominent figure in the department as well as the institute, often seen engrossed in a multitude of activities. From being the president of Cyborg to a Maths wizard in Axiom, this diligent person not only accomplishes the task in due time but also performs it with such celerity and alacrity commendable enough to put the NITR junta in awe. He comes with his own share of witty one-liners that can leave anyone in splits and the targeted person flushed. Having served as the treasurer of Cyborg for almost 2 years, he keeps count of every penny he spends. Mr.Tumulu never fails to surprise anyone with his “hatke” sense of fashion and is henceforth, voted as the most colourful guy of NITR, who can be spotted from hundreds of metres away. This proud-Odia-but-Berhampuria-first guy loves nothing more than his family and friends in this entire world and at the same time appreciates everything life has to offer. In a nutshell, if you want a sincere friend who can unabashedly give you honest opinion and intelligent advice and who sticks by your side in good and bad times, he is the guy. We wish this prodigy success in all his future endeavours.
Manish Mallick Hailing altogether from a planet far far away, this alien entity somehow got stuck at Ceramic Department. Mr. Manish Mallick a.k.a “Mr. Bohemian” is that one guy from the department, who is above all sorts of materialistic things. “Moh maya ke pare”, this guy has an eccentric philosophy about everything in life. Bereft of all social networking sites, he believes WhatsApp and Facebook are all waste of time and energy and life can go on without them. From cooking his own food to washing his clothes, he does everything on his own. Belonging to the clan of ambiverts, he opens up only to a few selected people and seldom lets anyone in his friend circle. Well, his idiosyncrasy is above par with anyone’s imagination, as he is the one and only guy who didn’t want to get featured in the souvenir book and after lot of persuasion and request agreed for the same. Because of his wacky ways of doing things, he is often titled Mr. Weirdo. A nature lover, he seeks for freedom, peace and solitude in every aspect of life. However, under the influence of ethanol, he transforms into a completely different person, who dances like crazy and can blabber hours without pause. He idolizes Virat Kohli and Amir Khan and is a cricket and movie buff. In contrast to his anti-materialistic regime, he dreams to be a millionaire someday and we wish him good luck for the same!
Subal Mandal If you are looking for the definition of GMAT, Subal leaves no stone unturned to justify his GMATism, be it submitting lab records in time or being a spoil sport during a mass bunk plan. Well known as name “Xerox Copy”, he has a dissident’s talent of writing the same words and sentences sequentially in exam as dictated by professors in class. For all the overflowing enthusiasm and energy he maintains all the time, he is quite famous as “V**gra” among his friends. Listening to old romantic songs is his favourite past time and is always found murmuring songs from old Bollywood movies. Apart from this, he is a big time fan of cricket and football. His intricate analytical skills can sometimes leave you astound and bewildered, once he starts explaining the observations he makes. However, “Mandal” as his mates call him, this Bengali Babu has greater fondness for “Chicken Biryani” than “Machhor Jhol”. A child by heart and introvert by nature and sheepish when it comes to talking to girls believes in opening up to a very few people, and seldom lets people in his circle. This sweet and simple guy who is stocked with immense positivity, passion and dedication for whatever he does, is what wins him only friends and well-wishers.
Upasana Misra As a first year tomboy evolves into a striking fashionista, we have our trendsetter, who rises each day, becoming even more gorgeous. The Sun has to wait till noon to shine on this girl, who almost always remains safe and fast asleep till noon. The sight of a little pimple on that so-called Kung Fu Panda face, to her, is equivalent to ‘a year without rain’. Often found in dire health concerns, the fall of a strand of hair is enough to give her nightmares. People find those fangs she’s blessed with to be her best feature. Upasana AKA “Ruchi” hails from that ilk of erudite people who are effortlessly capable of fetching straight A’s and Ex’s in every freaking subject. Midnight conversations with her buddies next door are what she deems as essential as those daily intakes of caffeine that keep her all alive and dynamic. This budding analyst happens to know every titbit of NIT news even before the news is created. Time and again found humming in her room, this dulcet will amaze you with her extraordinary skills in sketching and sometimes with her alien set of logic of explaining everything. Watching her adore cute little pups and kittens will put you in awe of her. From being a loyal and sincere friend, a passionate lover to a scholar student and ideal daughter she is everything one can think of.
Swaraj Mund Swaraj AKA“Mundi” and “Badshaah-e-Mund” is the superglue and lifeline of ceramic department holding the whole batch together, whether it comes to bunking/cancelling a class or organizing a branch party. In his sophomore year, the technical secretary post brought about a revolutionary Fourier transformation not only in his personality, but also in his body statistics. Just minutes before the exam, he always rotates his head to have a panoramic view of his area of reach, with the hope of getting some help during exams. A die-hard selfie lover and pretty conscious about his snaps, he pisses off almost every photographer until he gets his best shot. Nevertheless, this renowned “Sambalpuri Mundi”, became even more famous in Ladies Hostel after his "Signature dance performance” in his hall day. A cricket buff, he keeps track of every minute detail of the cricket world and is a “khelali” himself. Watching movies and T.V series especially F.R.I.E.N.D.S and H.I.M.Y.M is his all time favourite pastime. Bore kareni” and “Tama gaan re heithiba” are his famous one liners. Loved by seniors, praised by his batch mates and respected by all his juniors, Mund is a trustworthy and reliable friend, who is no less than a brother to his close buddies. Confused at times but proving his mettle in almost every field, he is one helluva engineer who has lived his graduation years to its fullest. We wish this happy-go-lucky fellow good luck for all his future endeavours!
Chinmaya Chintan Nanda Chinmaya Chintan Nanda aka “SIRJI”, “Chinmaya Sir” is one of the most humble and polite guys of Ceramic department. The first time one talks to him, he/she would make an impression of a very shy and reserved guy. But the more one talks, the more he comes out as a wonderful person. A simpleton, he prefers living in his own world and maintains a closed group of friends and stands by them at the time of need. Being one of the calmest entities, he rarely shows any signs of anger or disgust however the stressful the situation may be. He is a living example of the well known saying “CHHOTA BOMB BADA DHAMAKA” for his petite physique but the vast knowledge his gigantic brain has starting from cricket, GK, History of India to core subjects and politics. Ask him anything and he will split your brain in awe. An introvert by nature, he finds it quite difficult to initiate a conversation with a girl. “Bhaeeji Kuch Aacha Bolo” is his response to maximum of the boys’ talks. Apart from all this, he is very trustworthy and generous with no double standards and is known to speak straight from his heart rather than what on his mind. A well spirited person who is sure to excel in any field he chooses. We wish him good luck for future adventures and a fabulous life ahead!
Sushant Pradhan Spiky haircut, bag slinging on his right shoulder, earphones plugged in, engrossed in his giant cell-phone, wearing a blithe attitude with that Sambalpuri accent is the first image of this guy flashing one’s mind. Sushant popularly known as “Veden”, “Bheden”, “Susi”, “Bhai” might seem quiet and reserved in your first meeting but once one gets inducted into his friend circle, he can amaze with you with his whimsical witty replies and kill you with his unequalled sense of humour. A rigorous cricket enthusiast and diehard fan of Kolkata Knight-Riders, Sushant himself is the opening batsman for his hall team and never fails to follow any cricket match, be it the heart-throbbing ODIs or the long-never ending Test series. His huge proclivity towards Sallu bhai and Emran Hashmi and his crazy dance moves have earned him huge accolades among his seniors, juniors and batch-mates. Being a party animal, he is quite famous and stands distinguished for his after party effects. Though he always quotes “Bhai, Aaj to night out pakka”, yet to one’s surprise, this guy has never enjoyed a night out and is often found dozing off his bed before 1:00 am. A pure-hearted soul, known for his honesty and straightforwardness, this altruist friend finds a special place in the hearts of his friends. We wish him luck for his great future!
Abinash Parida Abinash Parida well known as “Paridaaa” - naam to suna hi hoga among his juniors, seniors and batchmates is one of the most charming and chikna faces of NITR who can win your heart with his radiant smile and mellifluous voice. With an aura of sarcasm and funny punch-lines, he is one of the most social and interesting persons in our batch. Also known as “chalta firta IMDB”,this guy can chant the IMDB rating of almost each and every movie and TV series. An extreme fitness freak, he always boasts of a good physique he owns. Apart from being famous for being one of the finest shuttlers of the institute and a Cricket keeda, this guy has a mindboggling talent of solving diabolic Sudoku in less than 30 minutes. Always energetic and ebullient, he is often fuelled up with new ideas of adventures and fun. To our amazement, this dynamic guy is very shy, when it comes to talking to girls and has refrained himself from being close to the opposite sex throughout his B.tech life, courtesy to the classified content in his laptop downloaded from DC++. Just like Julius Caesar, he too has hearing issues and quite often misinterprets things, owing to the aforesaid reason. All in all, he is a gem of friend, someone you would trade your life for. May his warm-hearted persona propel him to excel beyond limits, towards success.
Rupali Patro Rupali, fondly called as “Rupu”, "Rups" & “Cartoon”, hailing from Berhampur is the quintessential chirpy girl that one can desire of. Her voice is so faint that it can hardly be heard to professors while they take the attendance but at the same time the saccharine level in her sweet voice is so high that it can cure any illness. The online shopping freak, called our "Jabong lady", Miss Rupali is a literature adoring individual, who remembers little to littler characters in any novel or story book. There is not a single day when her display picture in WhatsApp has not being changed. Spicy foods are her refuge. Her signature alarm tune wakes up everyone in the corridor except her. She freaks out when a single pimple arrives on her face. With her good handwriting, she has confused many to be a “Calligrapher”. Be it her music playlist or collection of Hollywood movies, no one can dare to compete. Polite and amiable, slightly bashful, she is a decent friend, caring, loving person. An optimist , she can sustain the hardest failures and still come out smiling and saying “Helani..Helani..Next time dekhibi…”. Although sometimes she seems quiet, her mind is that of dynamic ideas and strong opinions, ever ready to change the world for the better. Probably, she is the only person from ceramic department to join IIM this year. A loyal and sincere friend to the core, our kind and considerate “angel” comes for rescue when you feel lost and need help. We wish her success in all endeavours of life!
Braj Kishor Sah Being one of the most decent guys of our department, he is popularly known as ‘Budha’, owing this name to his inevitable slothfulness. He is typically the intent listener but he is also the incorrigible procrastinator. An extreme sense of calmness is oftentimes reflected from the persona he has created for himself. Being persistent, he harbours quite an appreciable knowledge concerning the computer. Pissed over your system crashing down for the umpteenth time? Worry not! He is just the person who would come to your rescue. An admin of DC++, this know-it-all would help you glide through the hassles you face whilst downloading stuff. He is a taciturn who shies away when it comes to expressing his feelings. This, however, does not make him any less pleasant of a person. Dwelling in his own good old world, he is a person who thrives in the inner sanctuary of the mind and spirit. His reflexes to situations might be a bit sluggish which may in turn make him appear annoying and carking. But then, this interpretation you develop of him is bound to last for only a fleeting second because on the contrary, he is a person who would always come to your aid when needed. Highly intrigued by the state of affairs surrounding him, he is constantly on the go to get the hang of novel things.
Kamble Vishwanath Umesh Popularly known as ‘Kamble’, ‘Vinay’ is quite famous among his peers for his eccentric Marathi accent and ultimate Jugaad skills. His grip on general knowledge varies from politics to economics and is admirable by any standard. Being the president of ‘PANTOMIME’ he has brought many accolades to NITR and at the same time has become favourite senior to many juniors. “Bhai chai pila na” and “Chamman” are his trademark dialogues. Never really into studies with his cg hovering around 6.5, yet bagging the super dream offer from VEDENTA LIMITED, he proudly proclaims that CGPA is not everything. Be it CVR or any other place in NITR, this guy can literally amaze you with his talent to cater information about anything and everything happening in the institute. A very interesting story-teller who can spin tales unknown and sometimes hard to believe, this entertainment package can easily make you lose track of time. He is also one of those, who actually believe in saving water and can go days without bathing. This cool guy bereft of all worries, is often found with his companion Babajis, lighting Agarbatties in his room and paying homage to Bhajans from DC++. An extremely approachable person, his friends and juniors swear by his ready to help nature. A party monger, he is an indispensable part of the Ceramites 2016 batch.
Anmol Kujur “Kujur or Khajur" aka “Server_Crash” among his batch-mates and even professors is a carefree, easy going and happy-go-lucky person. Being the only person to own an iPhone, in our department, his phone is quite in demand for clicking selfies. Even though he belongs to ceramic, this non-conformist has a keen interest in coding and is often found with his laptop in library in his free time. Coding being his first love he is well versed in languages like C, C++, JAVA,html, php etc and has also designed several websites. iPhone being the second love, he is either found playing Candy Crush Saga or humming to the tunes to English songs with his ear plugs on, even during classes. With an incessant smile and cool demeanour, he manages to stay calm even during the toughest of times. He has his own way of living life and prefers keeping his world to himself. But his foggy tone and swift accent confuses almost everyone and makes it really difficult to comprehend whatever he says. Well, summarizing all the above he is a polite, taciturn guy blessed with exemplary programming skills, a guy with a noble and caring heart, somebody one can expect to be there whenever and wherever one needs him. Wishing him all the best for his future endeavours!
Saurabh Bhukania Every batch has that one “marwadi” guy who would mutilate your mood by pestering about trivial things and for us that guy would be Saurabh Bhukania. Fondly knows as “Bhukania”, “Bhuki”, this magically convincing guy is quite famous among his E-cell buddies for his typical “marwadi budhi” and adept ways of getting things done right on time. He always has a penchant to get more of everything but when it comes to treating others, this guy becomes an invisible entity. Exclaiming “Arrey Yaar!” constitute 90% of his conversations with anyone. Two most favourite ‘F’s his life is devoid of are ‘Food and Females’, courtesy to his penny-pinching quirk and zero-figure respectively. Don’t go by his looks, this lean guy can totally amaze you with his powerhouse of overflowing energy and start up ideas. He idolizes famous Indian entrepreneurs like Sachin Bansal, Bhavish Aggarwal and aspires to become one himself someday. But, we are surely going to miss the hard times he gave us in lab experiments and classes by being over inquisitive about stuff nobody ever cared and particular about details. Fun apart, this dedicated, hardworking soul who is unfazed under any circumstance is a true friend who can always be relied upon. We wish this budding entrepreneur all success and hope he gets to become the CEO of his dream company.
Jatothu Srinivas Srinivas popularly known as “CNU” is someone, who ardently follows the concept of high thinking and simple living. With his commendable thought processing and brilliant analytical skills, he always has a penchant for learning new things and increasing his knowledge in his field of interest. Always dedicated and hard working, this guy is always found in Lab doing something or the other. He is a very silent, composed and sensitive guy who is always ready to lend a helping hand to others and sometimes sacrifices his own comfort to please others specially girls. Always a late comer, his tales of laziness include, setting an unbreakable record of entering exam hall and classes late by minimum 15 minutes every semester. Gifted with extra-ordinary grasping talent, he prefers to study for just 4-5 hours before the examination starts. He truly believes in the DC++ motto of “Sharing is Caring”. He is someone, who even after spending so much time, money and energy after his crushes, is still in search of a perfect match. A good adviser and kind hearted soul, his friends proudly proclaim to have a great friend like him who is full of positivity and never gives up under any circumstance. We sincerely hope he fulfils his dreams and goals and wish him a happy and prosperous life ahead!
Amit Verma Popularly known as “Vermaji”, “Mr. Fresher” and “Babu”, Amit is the famous womanizing adept from our batch. With all the bewitching good-looks and scintillating smile he possesses, he is often found romancing with the beautiful ladies of NITR effortlessly. Gentle -hearted, calm and composed, he remains unruffled even in the most traumatic times. One can hardly find him gloomy or sad. As a friend, he is an amazing listener and excellent advisor, who can listen to your melancholic tales patiently and console you at the same time. Nimble-witted and lazy, he finds his own ways of cajoling others to get his work done. Always inquisitive, he is always on a run to add to his knowledge bank and is quite fond of keeping track of everything around the world, be it sports, politics, economics, current affairs or college news. Being an active member of Rechargers, he is also a fashion fanatic, who has a great sense of dressing and prefers wearing branded things only. However, this guy is impervious to the scolding and scorns of professors and his lab-mates, to whom he pisses off quite often with his carelessness. Irrespective what others think or say, Vermaji enjoys his life to the fullest and does whatever suits him the best. We wish this sophisticated philanderer a bright future and success in all the realms of life!
Ashish Kumar Naik Ashish Kumar Naik fondly called “Gooon…” and “Batista”, is one of the most innocent and decent guys of Ceramic batch contrary to his gigantic and rugged, wrestler-like physique. A die-hard fan of wrestling, it flows in his blood and is a fond practitioner of new WWE moves on his poor skinny room-mate. A fitness freak, he can often be found jogging in the evening or hitting the gym. Often found running in the hostel corridors, this hefty creature can sometimes scare the hell out of people. But the very next moment one can find him giving warm teddy bear hugs to his friends with utmost affection and almost choking them! Also a huge football fan, he often quotes “HALA MADRID!!!” and never misses watching a single match. He can leave you speechless by the extreme flexibility of his body; he can twist his shoulders and wrist by 360 degrees and beyond, and stretch in incredible ways. With a huge threshold for ethanol, he hardly passes out. Though he calls himself “The Beast”, he is very pure and tender at heart. Shy and reserved, he sweats profusely in the vicinity of girls (especially his crush) and professors. Always cheerful, his cute smile, funny conversation and child-like laughter can fix your mood and make your day.
Pranodita Sahoo Pranodita Sahoo a.k.a “Prano”, “Paro”,”Baby” is a sweet, simple girl hailing from Sambalpur. Given the complexity of her name and her soft, shrill yet peculiarly inaudible voice, she spent the 1st few months at NITR just by explaining to others how to pronounce her name correctly. This dynamic, petite girl is a consummate dancer and with her graceful moves ignites the dance floor. A die hard movie and series freak, she somehow manages to watch “each and every movie” however boring or deadly the movie might be. With her fanciful creativity and unquenchable thirst for trying out new things, she can make a bouquet out of trash and at the same time blow your mind. Well the list doesn’t end here, this ideal daughter, loving sister and great friend is also quite famous for her culinary skills. But, being the only engineer in a family of doctors, she has a hard time explaining why she chose engineering over medical. Not sure about pets, but she definitely manages to make dogs fall in love with her given the numberless encounters with the dogs of NITR, starting right from 1st year. Barring all these, this cute girl is often referred to as “Mummy” for her mummy tips and her caring nature. With all the multifaceted talent she possesses, she truly justifies the title of “beauty with brains”.
Monali Monalisa A scintillating and charismatic personality to a fault and counted among the popular faces of NITR, “MOMO”, “Monu”, “Mona darling” is the reason for many heartaches in NITR. With the most idiosyncratic and indelible name that is surely to get stuck in your head, she is readily bombarded with inquisitive queries regarding her name from friends and professors. This uber cute and bubbly girl is quite serious about her academics and belongs to the rare yet elite category of proud non-geek nine pointers. From being a reporter for Monday Morning, to dancing in the beats of Dandiya, to anchoring, to directing short films and to riding bikes, she has an undying passion for trying out new things in life. Apart from having a coruscating wit, she is an excellent writer, an avid reader, a travel junkie and is blessed with exceptional artistic skills. However, she spends her entire holidays, turning into a panda doing her two most favourite activities- “Eat and sleep”. A good friend and a good listener, she's the perfect confidant and a real social butterfly. Although, her zooming popularity meter testifies for her jovial and gregarious attitude, she does find solace in solitude and often goes on her “peace trips” to escape everyday hassles. Her infamous monstrous laughter is a mark of the clear king size heart. Her helpful nature and pleasing aura makes everyone attracted to her. With all her talent, she is definitely going places.
Megha Acharya Sincerity and perseverance are the words that strike you instantly when you think of Megha AKA “Topper”. Being the department topper, a 9.5+ stellar CGPA can only be half a testament to the amount of efforts she puts in every semester. A Papa’s girl, she talks to her dad about almost everything. Reading the complete newspaper however time it might take and watching movies are her favourite pastimes. She is the 'MARWADI' of the Odiyas and can go a whole month without spending a penny until necessary. “Jab mere paas be paise honge…” being her favourite one-liner, she always desires of being a successful independent woman, who can cater to her needs by herself. An ascetic, Megha is the ideal daughter, sister, student, and a friend one can bank on. An ambivert, she believes in opening up to a very few people. A big-time foodie, unlike most girls, she is not at all fussy about the calories that she takes in. Megha has a bohemian spirit, quite contrary to the notion that prevails amongst her peers. A stickler for rules and routines, a perfectionist, she does not believe in bungling. Her class notes are literally the life saviour of the whole department. Blessed with a cute smile and curly hair, she has been rightly nicknamed as “Maggie”. Crazy in her own ways, she enjoys her life optimally staying always focused towards her goals and working hard to strive for her dreams.
Sunil Kumar Behera Sunil Kumar Behera famous as “SKB”, “Behera” in his friend circle proudly claims his “CTC to be greater than his CGPA”. Being one of the biggest “Jugadu” of NITR, this guy can be a real time saviour for his friends at the time of need. This half odia and half gulte “hybrid” often gets trolled for his horrible mistypes, be it in English, Hindi, Telugu or Odia and at the same time for his uniquely funky dress code at hostel i.e. yellow shorts with a pair of blue Tee. With exceptional managerial and organising skills, he has totally justified his position of responsibility as the Cultural Secretary at SAC. He is well known for his whole hearted effort in everything he does. Being a big time Candy Crush fan and a Facebook freak, one will always find him online either playing games or hitting on the fairer sex. Though ever-ready to ask for treats, yet he hardly spends a penny treating others. But the incredible thing about this guy is no matter how much you tease him; he never retaliates and stays calm all the time. His extrovert nature, convincing ability and tremendous self-confidence contribute to his entrepreneurial outlook and make him stand out in the whole batch.
Jyotirmoy Sarma Standing at 6'3” with flawless skin fairer than snow white and milky bar, “Jin”, “Boss” as his friends call him, can literally give complex even to the most beautiful damsels of NITR. While 'GMAT' is a word mostly associated with bookworms, but for Jyotirmoy belongs to that rare species of GMATS solely dedicated to sports. An ace athlete and a sports fanatic, this dynamic spirit can play around 5 sports with Lawn Tennis, Table Tennis, Badminton, cricket and Volleyball to name a few. Lawn tennis being his first love, he has qualified being institute’s finest tennis players. Apart from his fondness for tennis and Roger Federer, he has a huge appetite for mouth-watering cuisines. Not to forget, a big-time fashion enthusiast and a bugger comfort seeker, Jyotirmoy spares no expenses on matters related to these and hits the ramp with his own swag. Well handsome looks and a vivacious sportsmanship are not his only attributes; his greatest forte is raw yet discerning intellect which he seldom uses. After all is said and done, you rarely come across a guy as genuine and polite as Jin. A people's person and a loyal friend, he hardly says no to anyone. Free-spirited and cheerful, he is a guy who has transcended above all 'moh-maya' and believes in enjoying life to the fullest without thinking what tomorrow holds. Here's to wishing this genius a great future ahead.
Vineet Shukla Vineet also known as “Pujari” and “Shukla Ji” is quite famous for his Ravana like insanely loud laughter and for the fascinating stories, every time he is stupefied by the effects of ethanol. Very fond of watching movies and news, this “Bihari Babua” never fails to keep track of what goes in and around the world and can spend hours lecturing others about politics and economics. Don’t even try! You can never win an argument with this guy for the numberless facts and figures stored in his massive brain. His honesty and straightforwardness are the reasons this guy has earned so many great friends and such huge fan following. His extraordinary observation skills during the visit to Rourkela Steel Plant in 3rd year and his split personality under the influence of ethanol, is something his batch-mates can never forget. Always ready to lend a helping hand, his last day teachings before the semester examinations have saved so many people of our department from getting backlogs. Generous and kind-hearted by nature, helping the underprivileged has always been his dream job. "A friend in need is a friend indeed" is a quote completely justified by him. We wish this hard-working guy good luck for his future endeavours!
Ranveer Singh Shekhawat Ranveer Singh AKA “Rangrasiya Rajasthani” strictly follows the typical customs and traditions of Rajasthan which is reflected from his taste in food, music and sense of dressing. Especially famous for watching boring Bollywood movies, comedy shows and mythologies throughout the night, his boisterous laughs are loud enough to bother the people innocently slumbering in the rooms next to his. Well known for throwing no nonsense comebacks in time lesser than a split second, those epic dialogues he spins at the spur of the moment makes everybody fall off the bench laughing. A new name is christened to this person with every passing semester. Currently known by the elegant sounding ‘B.D.L.’, you are at liberty to keep wondering the purport served by those initials. This person has savoured a real long and extended list of crushes which according to him have been dead serious ones. He is characterised by his perennial dialogue "Bhabhi Hai Woh Teri" which people surmise would soon get morphed into his lifelong motto. Also known for his unpredictable and mercurial behaviour, he has an equal number of admirers and haters. Particularly passionate about cricket he not only revels at just watching it but also plays the sport himself. Although notorious for a great many things, his absence is despised by all of his classmates. We wish this fun packet all the best for a bright future!
Sandip Kumar Adorably called ‘Kejri Mama’, this lean-as-a-stick person hails from Bhagalpur. He has christened himself with the weird sounding ‘Bhumihar’. His specialised Bihari accent and spirit of benevolence is second to none. Having an unfaltering crush upon a lady and treasuring those secret feelings over the span of four years has made him put all those perverted engineers to shame. He might appear stern but he has the potential to surprise you with his wit and humour and would not mind dancing to the tune of ‘Baby Doll’ enacting the much coveted Sunny Leone. Seldom would you find this composed individual losing his temper no matter how disturbing a situation his nose is put under. Those last minute lessons imparted by this saint have been mightily significant in making an appreciable number of his friends to pull off a CGPA greater than seven. Lauded for his remarkable cognitive and reading skills, he thoroughly believes in the maintaining a balance between hard work and fun in life. He prides himself upon being a fanatic of the much revered twin-series ‘Friends’ and ‘How I met your Mother’. Being an ardent blogger, he also takes to penning his thoughts down before sharing them online with his network of friends. With “The more I work hard, the more luck I have” being his favourite quote, this guy is surely going places.
Ra V Chandra Ra V Chandra ,hailing from a small town of khammam , made it his life goal to develop his town into a state capital. Lazy, friendly, calm and a person who keeps to himself are something s that describe this small town fellow. Ravi is one of the most pretentious but versatile guys of the department. From working his back off in his project lab to prepping for UPSC exams at an early stage this guy has done it all. A passionate movie watcher this guy has watched every movie available on DC ++ and is waiting to watch even more. Possessing a peculiar habit of putting up crazy post-its in his room his list of weird habits never ends. Often tormented by mundane chores, he throws temper tantrums in a funny way which makes people around him laugh heartily. He's got the looks of a ruffian but he's is very gullible, finicky and a hypochondriac soul. His exceptional imitational skills and comic timing can make one burst into laughter. Even after facing four blatant rejections from four different girls in four years he never lost smile and sight of happiness in his life which is something to be lauded. Time from time he redefined himself with delusions and created an amicable personality in his gulty group.
SOUMYAJIT BALABANTARAY Soumyajit, fondly known as Baba is symbolic of the impact or transformation that the culture of NITR has on a person. Way back in 2012, he was a boy from a distant village, too sober in nature and too ascetic in living, who set foot in the campus of NITR exposing him to a culture too alien to him. No one must have imagined this boy, of becoming one of the most popular dance sensations of NITR, flouting his swag even while walking down the streets for attending classes. Starting from scratch with no prior experience in dance, to winning several dance competitions in the fests of the last two years, this guy has proven records of, "How hard work and focus can make your any dream come true". This dance freak can be seen with an earphone practising his moves 24*7. He has a plethora of interests and goals in life varying from study abroad, participating in world hip hop challenge, film direction and production and falling in love. Currently in search of love in overseas beauties, this boy has come a long way from being 'Chusa Baba' to 'Khelali Baba'. Buried deep below this stud dancing personality lies a person too innocent, credulous, caring, helping and pure soul who never ceases to see positivity in even the darkest of situations. He is a friend who will readily help you with a smile even though he might have to face inconvenience for it. He is one of the rare species of Homo Sapiens who manages to find a place in people's heart instead of mind.
Abhishek Singh Chauhan As once proclaimed the names Abhishek not chauhan people still address him with his surname or sometimes even 'Chauhanji'. A single look at him and you will know that he is something special. Being witty and curious is almost natural to him especially when asking doubts to a professor. While any guy his age would think of girls and money Abhishek here thinks of books and mythical notions. Curiousity and even more curiousity mark his abilities and that combined with his righteousness describes Abhishek exactly. From being a dedicated cricket player to a D361 member to being a dedicated VOICE club member as well he keeps himself busy. He is the most transparent, open hearted and straight forward boy one can ever meet. His simplicity is most prominent in his personality that makes him most special. A dedicated VOICE member, he believes in simple living & high thinking & lives a life of high degree of character & integrity. Being one of the top rankers of the branch he maintains a very credible academics. His knowledge on ancient India and Indian epics knows no bounds and he would be often seen quoting lines from these. Rebellious at heart he has very progressive ideas about the society and hopes to bring about a lot of change.
Jikku Mary John (aka jikku meri jaan) She is a beautiful girl with an unforgettable nature who everybody wants to know and be friends with. A girl of actions, she rises to the occasion like she was born for it. Her commitment, dedication and hard work sets her way apart from others for she doesn't perform tasks, she accomplishes missions. A fiery friends fan and an ardent quora follower, this girl is very energetic, active and at the same time wise and thoughtful. Charming, kind, straight forward, private and strong even in situations that others crumple in, she is a kick ass young lady. Her class-notes are perhaps the ones that are more referred to than many textbooks. She has a gifted eye-q for details which is just another feather to her already colorful hat. Always hungry (literally!) and ready for adventures, she is the perfect partner in crime and otherwise *wink*. This bold, astute woman gives her best to whatever she does, comes up with a solution to any problem, is a friend indeed when you are in need, the gossip partner and Ms. Party Pants in times that call for fun. She has truly lived up to her role of President of Clarion, ruling capably with an iron fist and silk gloves. She is the once a shy little girl who grew up to be a lioness that foes stay clear off, friends derive support from and loved by seniors and juniors alike. She is a class act. She is the beacon of light burning bright. She is Jikku.
Saismita Nayak Looking at her for the first time would make you wonder if she comes from one of those Twilight Vampire movies – for such is her fairness. Having a strikingly beautiful face and an electric smile, she has left quite a trail of admirers. Sporting a never ending collection of clothes, this girl is highly brand conscious and hardly prefers buying clothes from malls in Odisha, leave Rourkela. An innate fashion diva she has redefined gorgeous several times as she sashayed down the ramp in several fests of NITR. Being an absolute gourmet, this svelte beauty has an insatiable hunger for food. If she hasn’t eaten for the last two hours, there’s a chance that, she might be excruciatingly hungry and perhaps the only person to have visited all the “fests” for the sole purpose of eating. FOOD! FOOD! FOOD! Offended her, No Worries!! Just treat her at KFC/Dominos/Hex/Backpost Mausi/Hall-2 Mausa or even a Magii and she might instantly forget her reason for being upset. Even her face looks like an “Apple”. When around her, try to save your ass, for she is so annoyingly straight forward that she might laugh at your face without bothering to think twice. Her smile can make your heart flutter when she has a control over it. And if not, be ready to feel the tremors of an Earthquake!! With an elegant personality, subtle childishness brought about by her innocence, her voguish clothes complimenting her beauty and her ceaseless love for near and dear ones will definitely leave behind a picture in the minds of people for years, and is certainly going to be one of the most remembered girls of NITR batch of 2016.
Subhendu Kumar Sahoo Aka: Subbu, PC bhai, Technical PC, Maro,Subhenduuuuuuu. Subhendu is the person who can be very well associated with discipline and perfection in doing tasks neatly and in time. A demeanor sporting distinctive noodles hair and bulky body structure with polo t shirt, this guy can be easily identified from a distance. He was responsible for making 4 holidays a week possible in the last semester and this achievement made him a legendary CR of BT department. Above that, being the PC of BT/BM, he gave nightmares to many given his obsession of strictly sticking to deadlines. A proficient web designer and photo shop enthusiast, this person made a highly functional official website of TnP which was never used because of certain issues in TnP. This person has some secret rules buried deep within him that forbids him from getting into love and has high confidence that once he lets go of his rules, he will have a girlfriend. He is one of the smart persons who have understood that it is high time now that they start becoming a stud to get hold of a beautiful soul mate and hence he has made personal grooming and dieting his first priority. Just take a look inside the gym near swimming pool at sharp 4.15 and you find a noodles headed boy sweating it out on the treadmill shaping himself for the beautiful girls who he is likely to encounter at his job location. Girls of TCS!!! Better watch out!, Subhendu v.2.0 is coming for you..
Sudeep Sukla Not everyone can make comebacks; not everyone can claim to achieve mountainous feats after being thrown into a corner and out of one's comfort zone; not everyone can boast to be Sudeep Sukla. The dormant talent finally started to reveal itself as years rolled by at NITR and gradually, Sudeep became the centre of attention of his batch-mates. He has gone from strength to strength and has bagged one job apiece in each of the 3 possible categories, thus becoming one of the very few people in NITR to have achieved this feat. He has gone beyond the confines of his branch and has established his authority while competing with the very best in the institute, not only for jobs but also in CAT. Academics aside, this fellow has also struck gold in the form of his lady love; he can be often seen two-timing his friends and his beautiful girlfriend (often drawing sly comments from his friends). This guy has communication skills so effective that he can influence, change and even manipulate your thinking within minutes. Sudeep is a Mama's boy who goes to an extent of informing even his TA test marks to his mom. His sartorial tastes are quite refined and he loves exploring new places and cuisines. Apart from all these traits of his, there is another emotional, caring and philanthropic side of him that a very few know because he never exhibits that up front.
Sriya Sudha Sriya Sudha - 'The Foodie'. Popularly called as 'Golu' by everyone, this SIMPLETON steals everyone's heart through her innocent charisma.This cute bubbly girl is liked by all, due to her ability to blend in any group. She knows how to be a REAL FRIEND. She may have a tough exterior but she is a real softie within. Her innocence and simplicity may be laughable for some, but is the subject of envy of many that she has a less complicated life.She eats when she is angry, she eats when she is sad, she eats when she is happy, and she eats every other time when she is not in the above mentioned moods.She is always jovial and in a mood to laugh. She can devour sweets for days together and then adverse are its after effects when she has to suffer abstinence from delicacies and survive on vegetables only .She is quite athletic and has a strong mind. She eventually manages to be happy come what may.
Pradyut Kumar Meher The line 'nuakhai juhar' is the first greeting anyone gets from Pradyut Kumar aka praddy. Hailing from Sambalpur he is the only sambhalpuria in the BT department. Being a bindass guy he lives his life the ways he wants it to be. He maintains a low profile but somehow manages to become the talk of the party town every now and then. He is an honest soul, a simple person and possess a heart of gold. His superb personality and fabulous dancing skill make him irresistible among girls. He somehow manages to impress anybody with his talents of coding and dancing be it a girl or boy or for that matter a senior. For his humble and kind heart he will be forever remembered among his friends.
Subhashree Swain Every gang has that one person who is famous for the way he/she laughs, the irony being everyone around them laugh seeing this person laugh. Well she is this person in the group. Subhashree has a vast field of imagination. Every sentence one says, be it the simplest and most starightforward sentence, she applies her imagination to it, finds something ridiculously funny about it and ends up in fits of laughter. There is some scanner fit in her eyes, with which she scans everybody, so if you are going infront of her be careful. She is the little one and the cutest of the group. A simple and sweet girl who is like an open book for her friends. Everyone around her cherishes pulling her leg and watching her throw tantrums. And when she is not laughing and being laughed, you one could see lines worry on her face. She is worried about everything around her. She has never reached an examination hall on time. And when she enters the hall there is a wave of panic that enters along with her. She is the perfect eleventh hour kind of a person. In spite of all this she has the ability to switch back to her cheerful self instantly. She is always ready to bunk classes and enjoy with friends like vele. A foodie she is, but without her favorite chicken she is never satisfied. She is our source of gossip in the department. She knows everything about everybody who has walked in that department. Eventually, one could say that all this energy and cheerfulness would take her way and beyond in life. All the best.
Siddharth Arugula The quite, silent, sober guy who can actually make you wonder how did he survive 4 years in college? He is that meticulous lad with an ever-smiling face and a helping hand. In spite of all these, he is talented enough to pose like a tough badass for pics. He is that sophisticated one in the group who prefers mayfair even to eat gupchup. He doesn?t like street food much and mostly boasts of health and hygiene. This guy is also very particular about brands and making style statements when it comes to attire and if there is a requirement for any stylist he is the one you need.He is the one who innocently speaks all the wrong hindi. Though he doesnt have much knowledge about this language, still his day starts with all the slangs in hindi. He is a kind of person you can talk to for hours and still not run out of words.Being one of the favorites among seniors, he has always been very friendly with all the batches. He is quite good at giving compliments to others and is usually loaded with a lot of them. It is not just compliments that he is good at, He can sweep a girl off her feet with extremely well planned surprises and very thoughtful gifts. His event management skills know no bounds. Loyalty when it comes to friendship, a fierce orator so much so that he started a public speaking club in his fourth year and ardent movie buff ,he can't be a more ideal person. True to his faith, you will seldom come across a guy who has such an aura of positivity around him which will leave anybody spellbound.This guy is destined to use his leadership qualities positively to come out with flying colours in his professional career.
Prayashree Bahalia This mind-boggling beautiful and sexy svelte figure is one of the first things that comes to one's mind when one thinks of Prayashree. She has every talent in her and to be more precise she is an all-rounder. Her ever-smiling face and gentle and polite demeanor can cheer up even the most saddest person. An excellent singer, she possesses a mellifluous and sweet voice. An ultimate food lover ,this damsel takes a lot of care to maintain the resonance of her reverberating vocal chords. She also proved her mettle as a scholar, a cook, a singer, and a model. Her drama skills are no match so much so that she can even win award of "Best Dramebaaz". Her best timepass is looking at her reflection in the mirror and she can spend her whole day doing this. She has an appreciable optimistic attitude and never would you find her saying no to helping a friend. There is always a halo of positiveness around her. Do not be mistaken by her soft heartedness for she stands up for what she thinks is right. She is a very enjoyable person to hang out with and one would feel a sense of joy and bliss when she is around. Beneath this lovely figure is a heart so heavenly which is bound to take her places. She could make anyone drool over the food she cooks. One would have never thought that the Odiya cuisine could taste this good until one tastes the food she cooks. With her determination and perseverance we hope she attains her dreams and goals. Good luck girl!!!.
Rahul Dagariya This smile oozing ,lean-framed guy is one wonderful soul you just cannot get enough of. The guys love him and girls want to be with him. Meet the true King of Rajasthan Rahul aka, Purushottam,Kanahaiya of his batch. A famous face in the insti, he roams around always with a smile on his face. Known for his repeated dressing sense ,he can be seen with his ideal tucked shirt and jeans. A very first class performer when it comes to drama he can be seen spending his evenings with his second love and club pantomime. One can count the number of shirts he has but not the number of girls he must have flirted with. Quite the dramebazz when he wants to,he can be seen trying his hands on some of the most complicated roles of an actor on stage. Rahul is always polite and soft-spoken in nature but his flirtatious nature kicks out in front of beautiful girls. His project guide may be the only one till now to send chills down his spine but he is courageous nonetheless. He is that one person with high moral values who believes in 'simple living & high thinking'. Biotech department wouldn't be the same without the this quirky fun-filled guy and we wish him all the best for the future!!!
Iragavarapu Akhil Gargey Akhil Gargey, though not much famous in the populace of NITR, is an ideal student and a good friend one can bank on. He doesn't interact much with others and believes in opening his ideas only to a very few. Yet he maintains healthy relations with his limited circle of friends. He aims at pursuing a research career but not in the conventional way of producing more number of research papers. He is rather determined in doing a good qualitative research than quantitative. Inspired by Albert Einstein and Neils Bohr, he became interested in studying the principles of Quantum Mechanics, a field not much different from his core area of study and is interested in relating these principles to Biology and thus pave a way for the emerging field of Biophysics. He is an avid reader of novels and a film buff showing great enthusiasm in watching movies and TV series. He is very much fond of eating food and always insists of eating new variety of dishes. Moreover he is an awesome cook for he cooks various recipes deliciously and we had a good time cooking together. Despite being the topper of his class, he has never displayed any overweening nature of pride and is always altruistic towards his batch-mates when most of them rush to his room the night before the exam. He always quotes 'Great minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events and small minds discuss people'. His approach towards a problem is diligent; thinks and analyses it critically and finds a solution. Characterised by a unique laugh and a generous nature he is adorable and one would always love to enjoy his company.
Dharitri Jagat Dharitri Jagat, addressed as DJ and famous as EXCITED ELECTRON in our group. She is one of the most happiest person with dynamic personality . Speaking continuously without stopping makes a joyful environment for everyone . She can easily intermingle with anyone. A party or a fest is incomplete without her. A big fan of award shows and cricket, she makes it a point to miss anyone of these no matter what . Her carefree and excited mood makes her different from others. Her funny expressions can put a smile on any sad face. Indispensable to her group of friends, DJ has given them every reason to not forget her be it her excited personality or of her standing by them during their difficult times. She is an exuberant personality and an extremely hard-working and caring girl. Hope so her future is filled of happiness and success .
Sandeep Kumar Jena Sandeep Kumar Jena- the guy who is seen roaming aroung the institute not with chicks but on ebiz work. He earns so much through ebiz but is still left with nothing. With great dedication and hard work he has achieved a lot on the ebiz front. One can discuss anything under the sun with him, his reply would be a faint laugh and reply in odia. He is the perfect example of what a budding entrepreneur should be like. Over his four years he could be seen fussing about getting a girlfriend and is desperate to get one in the future. He is seen as a good soul, warm, gutsy, and both faithful and loyal. With his simplicity and odia style people always take a liking for this fellow and end up forgetting their sorrows. A gem of a friend he is always seen giving out a helping hand to friends in need.
Ganesh Kumar Karri Karri Ganesh also known as Usain bolt of NITR is one of the most restless guy of NIT Rourkela. He runs like a bullet, fired without a gun, leaving behind unsettled dust. An incredible sportsperson, he already made the institute proud by winning hundreds of medals.A pure Andhraite at heart hailing from the Godavari district known for their dialects, his hindi and English can be difficult to comprehend but good enough to crack someone up. He is a trouble maker in most of the situations, yet the one who keeps the environment alive. He encourages everyone and keeps the sportsman spirit of the team high. He accepts every physically challenging job like gymnasium stunts, jumping over bars, and finally ending up injuring himself. Never got a position at Inter NIT Athletics in 3 years, but he never lost hope, and finally in his final year he took his brand new Kho-kho Team to runners-up postilion at Inter NIT Games.He is a dedicated cricketer and does not leave any chance of playing the game day or nighty. He is a big fan of power rangers especially the white one and he still hasn't lost the kid in him .He believes to always enjoy life. Quite a unique one.
Nehal Singh From being a wallflower in her very first year in engineering to being liked by everyone Nehal has come a long way. Now a tomboy with a cheerful personality, sincerity, trustworthy and courageousness are what describes Ms. Nehal. Being a chess player she is strong both mentally and emotionally .Usually known to be a sincere and disciplined girl, she is famous in the branch for her impeccable notes . She is an introvert and caring personality who seems to have a liking to word 'seriously' in every sentence. Bearing a clear and kind heart with her helping nature , she wins the affection of most of her friends. You can almost trick and mock her and the very next moment you will be surprised by her innocence. Though very strong, she often gets emotional very soon. An avid chess player she is a vital player of the institute chess team and has taken part in many national level competitions. With firm determination and sheer talent this gal is destined to go places. We wish her all the luck..
Jayant Tiwari Boys do dance. Men do gym. Or at least that's what he says. Walking with an air of pride on the institute road like some great ramp show, aware of all eyes following him is the winner of the title Mr. NIT. He is freakishly famous yet no one seems to know his name and thus he goes by 6 packs. He also deserves the "World's greatest miser" title (if it ever exists) for he has never bought a pen or pencil in his 4 years of engineering. He looks like a self-centred, obnoxious spoiled brat but behind that muscular hunk is a small child- sweet and caring. He is the most disciplined, dedicated and health conscious person we have ever met. And perhaps the only one who never even tasted alcohol. When asked about what a boy can do to impress a girl, he would always replies with "maada ko rujhane ke liye nar kuch v karega". Yet given a choice between gym and girl, he would always pick gym. We wish him all the best for his future endeavors.
Chekuri Venkat Venkat better known as Chekuri and our bike boy is a tall , naive and soft spoken guy who can be the ideal gentleman. This avid biker spends most of his time zooming around the streets of Rourkela on errands only he knows are important. From a agriculture background to gaining contacts of every single person on campus this guys has changed vastly over these four years. From his very first semester his directory of contacts took a huge upturn. His lover for reality shows and social networking sites are unforeseen, you can find him online at the most oddly hours. Being an unstudious carefree biker all through the semester he leaves it on an entire night to prep for exams. The punch lines he throws at his friends are bound to make anyone laugh. This guy lives and breathes his bike but still manages to live his life to the fullest possible. We simply hope you carry on with your life and gain success in whatever future endeavor you take on.
Venkatesh Dontha Venkatesh Goud or just Goud is one of the most calm and composed head around the institute. This guy doesn't speak much but once someone manages to get to him no one can be more entertaining than him. People generally get fooled by his serious demeanor but only close friends know the wild side he possesses. He is one of those friends who will be there when your down and will always be there with a helping hand. He can be termed as one of the most ambitious persons not because of one large goal but one too many goals. From his first year he planned his career paths which took several turns from being an MBA aspirant in his first year to a civil services aspirant in his third to finally settling to enter the teaching profession. Like a lazy snail , he is always stuck to his bed like a leech to a body no matter what the consequences are of his constant absence from classes. But the boy falls weak when it comes to girls, he gets quite emotional and definitely needs a tissue under these circumstances. In spite of his huge list of goals we wish him a bright future and success in all the goals he sets his eyes upon.
Harish Alubilli Allubili Hrish a.k.a Shady hailing from vizag is brand conscious ,hardcore foodie and a die-hard fan of Slim Shady. Always seen Carefree he occasionally gets very sentimental and is the life of his friend circle. He gives time to all of his friends, always looks out for his near and dear and is a good companion when one is down. He can be tagged as a party brat for he is ever ready to party with his friends . Inspired by Casanova he flirts with any girl no matter single or committed. Also an avid music lover he can be seen walking with headphones in his ears listening to the latest tracks. He loves to maintain his low profile he keeps himself bounded within a small group of friends. A diehard lover of chicken , days ,place or time can never restrict him from his never-ending lover for this subtle food. A great dancer he can be seen setting the stage on fire with his tollywood dance moves, his love for the chiranjivee clan can be seen on stage. An MBA aspirant he soughts to continue his father's great legacy of serving in the police department and be a idol for all entrepreneurs alike.
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Pratyush Dash That guy from Aashiqui-2, Pratyush Dash, better known as Mao. With his good looks, thick beard, burly physique and the fact that he is among the top sportsmen in the institute, Mao defines the term ‘College Stud’. He might give a rock hard appearance or impression, but in fact he can be as soft as “JELLY”, if you are in his good books and know him well enough. However what describes his prowess and a huge fan base especially in the opposite sex is his unmatched skills and expertise in the game of tennis in the NITR circuit. An ardent lover of the sport and his athleticism has made him a ‘player’ both on and “off court”. Just the way as he reaches for balls that land anywhere on the court, he will also be ready at any instant to reach out for his friends when the need arises, be it good times or bad times he is always around. He is a bit introverted, and often has a very cool demeanour. But you surely can get on the wrong foot with him if you dare say a word against his God- Rafael Nadal. Gifted with a good voice, great athleticism and a sharp mind, Mao can often be found sleeping in classes more than staying awake, as he believes in utilising his many ‘talents’ outside the classrooms.
Prateek Dewangan An example of how a small first year incident can have an effect on your next four years, Prateek Kumar Dewangan is fondly called ‘Shaktimaan’, and not because of any supernatural abilities. He is that guy who dreams of a new idea of beginning a start-up company every morning and squishes the idea by evening, mostly because of its ridiculousness. He is someone who manages to find water in a desert, a true optimist. It is this optimism that urges ‘PD’ to begin jogging and workout regimes every month, every attempt ending in a week, tops. It is the same optimism that makes PD the ultimate ‘lover buoy’- he hasn’t yet given up on the only love of his life- no matter how many hurdles he faces, he keeps going on. "Bhai life is very unfair, you've to fight to find your way through". Apart from that, PD has a acute sense of duty and responsibility towards his work and academics. Doing assignments and writing records is like a hobby to him. He is so sincere, he may wake up at 4 in the morning on any random day and simply start studying! A fan of cricket and especially MSD, he is always updated on the latest happenings in the cricketing world. A responsible yet fun friend to have around.
Kartikeya Singh Jodha “Mucche wale bhaiyya”- Kartikeya Singh Jodha is the tall, moustachioed gentleman of the BTBM department. A living example of "Silent waters run deep", Kartikeya's calm and composed outlook conceals the plans and strategies that are always running in his mind; ranging from studying in US to teaching in leprosy colonies. Banna or Nino Guruji is more than one thing. He is strong in academics, consistently amongst the toppers of his branch; a great organizer of events, with very good time and money management skills; a ‘travel agent’ who works for free, always able to arrange tickets for his friends; a good athlete who can run marathons regularly; a dedicated researcher in lab and a modest down-to-earth personality which belies the fact that he belongs to a powerful and respected family. But a description of Kartikeya would not be complete without discussing his love life, his love for the NGO Aasra. With a heart that beats for the poor and underprivileged people, Kartikeya has taken Aasra's accounting to the level several NGOs only dream of. Fun and energetic yet calm and composed when required, Banna has a clear idea about where he wishes to take his career to. The name ‘Kartikeya Singh Jodha’ looks poised to be among the best Biomedical researchers in the US in the near future.
Chinmay Mokashi Chinmay Mokashi, aka ‘Chinu’,’Chins’, or simply Mokashi, is considered to be the most active and intense FIFA gaming veteran of NITR but is ironically known more for his laidback attitude towards other aspects in his life. An amateur guitarist, a budding programmer and a polyglot with knowledge of Japanese, Mokashi has a taste for trying out things which are new and unconventional. A true romantic at heart, Mokashi has displayed his love for 3 things in his B. Tech life – his ‘friends-only’ crushes, upon whose refusal to commitment he has always proclaimed. “Woh bhaad me jaye, mera utna interest bhi nahi tha", The FIFA videogame- which he would play even if the world was coming to an end, and lastly, of course, his sleep for which he has had minimal attendance and thus has received multiple grade-backs. He is an avid football enthusiast who keenly follows FC Barcelona and is a self- proclaimed ‘Jabra fan’ of Lionel Messi. He also patronizes TV sitcoms and has viewed almost the entire TV series collection that DC++ has to offer. As a Monday Morning writer, he produced one of the most stinging and factually correct articles on the living conditions in his Hall 7 which won him a lot of applause and admiration. But despite being a host to so many talents, the best way to describe Mokashi would be as a friend who not only knows you well but also motivates you and stands with you in all dire circumstances.
Sulagna Sahu If her friend circle is the European Union, this lady is Germany, handing bailout packages to so many Greeks. Sulagna Sahu aka ‘Sulu’ or ‘Jhoomri’ is that friend who gives unexpected canteen treats all the time, and if not that, she is always there with delicious home-made food. Sulu is very well known among her friends for her precise decision-making, especially when she shops online. Open her account, and you can find orders ranging from a safety pin to a microwave. Apparently, just like Germany, Sulu never goes broke! She hasn’t taken one step wrong when she shops, much to the awe of people around her. A lover of animals, Sulagna wishes to get photographed next to a tiger one day, and has 9 pet cats at home. She even has a voice so shrill that sometimes only cats could hear her, the ear drums of the humans around notwithstanding! The only love rivalling this is her love to travel. She has already enlisted all the places on earth she wishes to see, and is pretty serious on visiting them, judging from the fact she has marked them on the world map on her wall, using different colours as legends. She is very creative, and she is that person who prefers giving handmade cards instead of buying. This bold, independent girl who also has an OCD of cleanliness is now set to realise her dreams, both as a traveller as well as a student, as she heads to America for studies. Good luck, America!
Bharati Tanty Crazy, funny and spontaneous- the three best words to describe Bharati Tanty, affectionately called ‘BT’ , ‘Tanty’, ‘Miss Jharsuguda’. This pretty lady may seem innocent and harmless on the outset, but beware, she is one badass ‘Desi’ girl you do not want to cross off. She is someone you can chat and gossip with for hours, discussing about anything, especially ‘Fawad Khan’. Her immense knowledge in Biology has helped her fellow Biomedical and Biotech engineers vastly during examinations, but unfortunately nerves often get the better of her when she herself is evaluated during viva. She has this enviable charm about her which can sway anybody, and is causing an increase in the list of her admirers. She is considered to be a ‘chupa rustum’ even by her closest friends, slipping under the radar unnoticed at times. A skilled dancer, BT has performed numerous times in college events, rocking the stage with performances varying from traditional to western, earning her the title/ nick ‘Mohini’, referring to her most well-known dance. A nononsense girl, she does not believe in taking hassle, and gives it straight and clear. Her long beautiful hair is a source of envy among the girls in the institute.
Sowmyasree Muppishetty Softspoken and soft-hearted with a delicate soul, Sowmya justifies her name in every sense. Sowmyasree Muppishetty, aka ‘Muppi’, ‘Daalu’ or ‘Chweetu’ and not ‘Somya’, is one cool and cheerful person to hang out with. She is one of those people who makes you feel comfortable just by being around you. Sowmya loves her family! Talk to her for an hour, and she will talk about her family for fifty minutes. Her family is her love, and her strength. It is this strength that has changed this pampered little kid into a mature and responsible woman. Other than her family, Sowmya loves food! She would bolt out of her hostel gates every chance she gets to dine outside, satisfying her expansive food palate. Shopaholic Sowmya has a dress for every occasion, and her giant wardrobe is complimented with every accessory there is. With great fashion, comes great responsibility. And with that photogenic face of hers, she becomes a feast for shutterbugs. This fashionable girl is not all about clothes though, she is always seen having the latest gadgets, especially mobile phones. She is ‘the girl with the latest iPhone’ in her class, upgrading to the latest version as soon as it is released. The trendy, cool and charming Muppi is also a great listener and often gives the best advice, and with her guts to follow her heart and dreams she is sure to soar great heights in future.
Lalatendu Sahu ‘ABE YAARAAAA YARAAA YARAAA!’ ‘Kana?’ ‘Eina!’ – Lalatendu Sahu aka, ‘Lala’, ‘Buddy’, ‘Yaara’. He is the charmer in his group, with his voice and smile instantly grabbing the attention of those around him. Ambitious that he is, Lala has slowly but steadily moved his way up from using the institute internet for his ‘one-man closed room conferences’ to well, still doing the same, but now while holding important positions at the SAC too. The back-post is his second home, in close competition with his hostel room. You can find him there as long as there is oxygen in the air, (also as long as the gates are open). This lover boy never shies away from sharing his ‘convergence’ stories, much to the discomfort of his lesser ‘experienced’ buddies. This funny Berhampuri boy is known among his friends as the Wikipedia of Odia songs, and you can often hear him singing songs like “Ete Sundari Kemiti Hela, Kou Pani re Gadhauthila”. Be it fun or hardship, happiness or sorrow, Lala always responds to life with a smile and his joviality changes the atmosphere of any conversation he is in.
Isha Satyam Cute as a button, you can fit Isha in your pocket. This pocket sized dynamite can cheer you on your worst day with her big smile and addictive energy. She is fondly called ‘Popping Chicko’ by her dancer friends because of her very cute popping dance skills. A non-vegetarian by heart, she usually behaves like a complete monster when it comes to chicken and can incredibly swallow any chicken delicacy in seconds. There is a carefree ‘dude’ inside her, and ‘Bhaad mein jaye log’ is the go to phrase of this dude more often than not. However, you see a completely different side of her when you feel tangled about life and she starts giving you advice like a seventy year old lady. Her friends feel that her intellectual maturity comes from her simple yet strong and convincing philosophies of life. Apart from her dancing skills, she has a very good academic record and always manages to be in the top bracket in her branch. Like a skilled ball juggler who precisely balances every ball’s movement and position, Isha has perfected juggling between work and passion- and also manages to party hard whenever the opportunity comes. And after four happening years at NITR, ‘Popping Chicko’ seems ready to set America on fire, with her magnetic persona and popping dance.
Aasutosh Purohit The person who needs no introduction to the NITR junta. The security guards, the office staff, the department professors and students from first to final year- everybody in the institute has had a taste of Chuala, also known as Aasutosh Purohit. A guy with no layers in his personality, but loads of layers in his physique, Chuala is as he looks. This man-child is very popular among girls, who often flock around him during fests for their signature ‘picture credits- Aasutosh Purohit’ profile picture. What happens next is that he ends up in that dreaded ‘region’ of unwilling ‘friendship’, a metaphorical zone that this generation uses very frequently. A complete joker in class, he does his very best for a period to end before it is time but surprisingly ends up charming the professors. Every time he decides to lose weight and start working out, he eventually ends up eating more than before- chicken being his favourite prey. A bit of a snob, he would never travel in a train below the 2AC class compartments. He would rather have a car pick him up to get home. Very well known for his photography, he is among those rare men who can differentiate among shades of pink. With an evergreen smile and an I-can-die-for-you-my-friend attitude, Purohit has the ability to spice up any situation. He is the entertainment you get, and not the one you always need.
Madhulika Das In a universe parallel to ours, where the quirky rule the roost, there is a law of nature- ‘A person remains in a state of rest unless acted upon by a delicious external force’. This law was based on Madhulika Das, who originally was from that universe, but could not return, missing the space ship because probably there wasn’t food on it. Her friends often find her in a ‘Vishnu’ position, and can stay that way for hours! Madhulika can go by any name ranging from Medulla to Lika to Maddy as long as it is not Madhu. Her ability to act weird and do unimaginable things can baffle you in more ways than one. Some like to dance, some like to sing , Maddy likes to THINK; she hates her name and wishes it started with ‘N’ or ‘R’; she loves blood and gore, and the sight of blood pleases her. She somehow always manages to break things and yet gets away with it, being the charming ‘damsel in distress’ she is. She is the slowest one to order food at restaurants, her friends’ time notwithstanding, so that she makes the right decision- food being her eternal love. Her love comes with conditions though- capsicum is a food pollutant! Quirks aside, friends love hanging out with her because of her entertaining, kind and caring nature. Maddy dreams of being a pilot one day, and for her, sky is the limit.
Ashirbad Pradhan An evil prankster among his friends, but surprisingly cowardly in the outside world, Ashirbad comes with many pet names- ‘Canadian swag’, ‘Ashi’, ‘Buddy’, ‘Chussa’, the last one perfectly justified on so many levels. Jumbling up his friends’ things to making prank calls to deceiving his buddies - Ashirbad surely loves to drop a bomb and enjoy the fireworks from the sidelines. If buttering and sucking up to one’s grade-givers is an art, then ’cute/innocent boy’ Ashirbad is a maestro. Ashi comes with an OCD of germs. Even the smallest of infections from the most harmless of microbes can force this guy to go to the depths of the Internet for answers. An excellent volleyball player, he has represented NITR at various intercollege tournaments. In addition to that, he loves football- he plays outdoor, he plays on computers and also follows the professional sport. His three month foreign internship has apparently turned this ‘shy guy’ into a lean and thin human carrier of swagger. Always ready with a tip or two, with topics ranging from academics to girls, Ashirbad is putting this confidence to good use in building a career, which includes academic degrees of the highest order, very likely on the other side of the world. ‘Dedication’ is the quality to best describe this man in a boy’s body, be it in studies, or collecting dubious amounts of ‘objectionable personal collection’.
Samruddhi Kelkar Cagey and reserved when she joined, it took some time before Rourkela could see the bubbly and energetic Samruddhi Kelkar emerge. Always looking for fun, Sammy does not mind scoping out targets for her own enjoyment, as she more often than not covers up her mischief by gleaming her big brown eyes and her sweet voice. She is pretty good at wasting additional sheets in exam. She is not a perfect girl but work hard till her ass off to get what she wants. She is not a professional dancer but when she dances, can make everybody’s heart throb for a second. She is damn chirping, bouncing, insectophobiac whether it may be a mosquito or lizard. She is a fun-loving gossiping girl who wants twists in every boring topic. She can turn an introvert to an extrovert and always ready to make “behen zone”. A strong character, Sam does not give up, no matter how harsh the circumstances are. Not afraid of testing her limits, she constantly participates in extra-curricular activities. If she works hard, she parties harder! To see the party animal wake in her, all you need is some thumping trendy music. Extroverted, loud, and jumpy on the outside, she is one of the most sensitive persons inside, and don’t you dare to be on her wrong side! The ‘nautankibaaz’ from Bhopal is up to date with all the latest fashion developments, Samruddhi is known for her bold and trendy fashion sense. This stylish Marathi girl from M.P. is a great friend to have, one to cherish.
Swapnil Rajeev He quit consuming non vegetarian food. Guess why? You got it wrong. One fateful semester, Swapnil Rajeev scored grades lower than his expectations, and an insane superstition popped. Till he secures a 9 plus CGPA, ‘Supu’ will not touch meat! This is how much grades matter to Swapnil. A man with great patience and diligence, Swapnil has managed to channel these qualities mostly towards planning his career- short term up to settling down. Career advice is a piece of cake for him, which in turn is a big boon for his bros. He is the ‘Baba’ of the branch for this very reason. Swapnil ‘Grades ke liye mehnat karega’ Rajeev very often puts his branch mates in a spot with his dedication towards securing good scores. He writes his lab records like a 12 year old girl maintains a scrapbook, and never misses a class, however boring it may be- much to the annoyance of his fellow classmates. He is very shy around girls, and hardly ever talks to them. Gazing from a distance is easy for him, though, and watching women via a laptop is even easier. He is the biggest Wikipedia of Divas (Local, National,International), always stays updated with their profile. If Swapnil is the Earth, his career is the Sun, Katrina Kaif is his goddess- the Creator of his Universe, Rahul Dravid is his god- his inspiration and hundreds of gigabytes of ‘gender juxtaposition’ his flora and fauna (it is everywhere).
Siladittya Sahu With a temperament that enables him to make maximum use of his talent, Siladittya goes about his job quietly and there's no doubting his immense hunger for success. He can be easily identified from a distance as the guy wearing a brightly colored shirt, riding an aqua marine moped and a cap on his head to save his countable number of hairs from the wrath of the wind. Siladittya Sahu, aka ‘Sila’ is that friend in a circle who is the local with a vehicle. He is very gullible, and can easily bend in the direction in which the wind blows. He is that perverted friend who can take any situation and turn it into something dirty; he is that guy who drools over the sight of attractive girls; he is the one who fantasises of being in wild places doing wild stuff, in wild ways. Beneath all this, you meet an innocent, soft hearted white-as-milk guy whose name, ironically has the word ‘rock’ in it. These days, Sila’s personality has bloomed into a cheerful, open hearted boy who simply cannot keep his perverse thoughts to himself anymore, causing a lot of frowns and even more entertainment around him. With an eternal smile, Sila certainly brings up the cheer factor in any room he goes to.
Rakesh Kumar Sidu He comes from the scenic hill-town of Damanjodi in Koraput, Odisha. He is Rakesh Sidu also known as ‘Sidu Sir’. A tech geek at heart, Sidu has sound knowledge about all kinds of electronic gadgets you can find, such is his enthusiasm. He is that one guy you always finding carrying a laptop anywhere he goes. A true eclectic, Rakesh Sidu keeps adding new areas of interest without losing interest in any of the former ones. His interest include designing, management, sound mixing, and body building. You can find the audiophile in him often busy making personal mixes on his FL Studio software. He is a regular gym-goer who has grown a lot of muscle tone already. Looking for a midnight snack, or emergency medicine or any little but important thing? Sidu is the man to go to. With his neatly maintained room and good collection of important items, Sidu is there to help you out. Sidu is sincere at everything he does, and people around him recognise and appreciate this facet about him.
Chandan Kumar Soni "A friend in need is a friend indeed". The list of things he won't do for his friends is virtually nonexistent. Chandan Kumar Soni aka ‘Chinky lover’, ‘Chodu Bhai’ or ‘Chandanwa’ is the guy who doesn't care about the things a typical GMAT would die for. He is that guy who made the transition from a first bencher to a last bencher. The only person in BM department who never even tried to score better, because that would too ‘troublesome’ for him and he believes in scoring just enough. Chandan is a mindreader. Be it predicting an opponent's moves in a game of 29 or in real life he is a pro. When it comes to girls, rather than wasting time chasing their tails he believes in the idea "Aar ya Paar" but still has made an exception bending all the rules for someone truly special. Getting sick leaves after missing classes is his area of expertise. He is a resourceful guy and can arrange anything you need. Someone with a great capacity for consuming ‘holy spirits’, he can be found ‘BLENDing’ it proudly at ‘Polaris’ most of those evenings when he is not in his room. Passionate about cricket, Chandan can get into a fight with the umpire for being given run out, but he is also the best cricket coach BM department has seen. Chandan is also pretty good at ‘GPL’ and is a frightful sight for every birthday boy around.
Sachin Kumar The definition of irony starts from this Hariyanvi launda. His name is Sachin, but cricket is not something he cares about. He speaks with a typical North Indian swag, with every sentence beginning with holy incantations to ‘Mother’ and ‘Sister’ which would suggest extroversion, but Sachin – as it turns out- is a very private fella. His ideas to woo a girl are often very bold and outlandish (inspired from third grade Bollywood and Telugu movies), however he tends to stay away from the other sex more often than not. Known as ‘Movie Man’ among his buddies, his ‘To Watch’ list of movies and TV shows isn’t very longbecause he has watched them all. He is one of those people who prefers to stay in the institute all the time, even during holidays. Sachin is not known to bunk classes, come what may. His famous catchphrase in his branch is “Mazak chal raha hai?”. If he ever becomes famous in the future, the title of the chapter in his biography describing his college life should be named “Sona, Hugna, Movie Dekhna”.
Vishwajeet Kumar Vishwajeet commonly known as "VJ" justifies the saying ‘Don't go by the looks’, be it his strength or his capacity to eat, or his nature. A big fan of Justice League , DC comics and specifically Batman, he knows almost everything about it. He is a person with many interests which includes music, learning karate, watching animated movies, sketching and reading books of different kinds. VJ, when in a good mood is like a playful small kid but transforms into the Hulk when he loses his very well known short temper. He is the ultimate "kettle cook" and makes a variety of things in the kettle in his room, adding every ingredient after exactly measuring them. A food lover, Vishu likes to try different dishes and also different places to eat them. He is that guy in the branch, who in his four years, he has managed to get all kinds of SG, ranging from 6 to 9. If he's challenged, he will make sure he shows what he can do and you would not want to be in his bad books. He likes to be self-reliant and plans everything beforehand so as to finish everything in a specific time limit. With great analytical and observational skills, VJ wishes to join the finance sector in the future.
Hailee Patel Read her name anywhere and the first question that arises would be- “How do we pronounce it?” For her future acquaintances- it is pronounced as ‘Hey-lee’. The nerd of the department, this cute and shy girl is known by many names- aka “Topper”, “Hales”, “Pikachu”, “Chinese Billi”, “Halle Berry” and sometimes ( worst of all) – “Bharat Patel”. Hailee is known to be a perfectionist, be it her handwriting, lab records or origami skills. She is often the saviour of her class during examinations as her neatly written notes coupled with the photocopy machine saving the semesters of so many of her classmates. She is also known as ‘Bhabhiji’ by some because of her caring and understanding nature. She loves her Gujarat and Gujarati food, and in turn her friends love her cooked food. She loves her home so much she compares everything she finds here in Rourkela with that in Ahmedabad, sometimes annoyingly so. After four years in the college this introverted ‘Chinese kitten’ with short hair, glasses and braces has transformed into a beautiful outgoing Indian girl.
Poornachandra Rao He is better known as PC. No, he is not a placement coordinator, his name is Poornachandra Rao. Overenthusiastic and over-inquisitive, PC never fails to annoy his friends doing the wrong things at the wrong time. PC or ‘Chidimaar’ has a fascination with girls and North India. So no wonder that North Indian girls are his dream. Hindi, North Indian food, North Indian culture, PC loves everything from the north of the Vindhyas. In his four years of engineering, ‘Chandu’ has drastically improved his Hindi by incessant efforts, often learning from Hindi songs and searching for their meaning. Ask him to teach you Telugu words in return, he will make sure you learn only the profane words. Inspired by his faculty, PC has taken up an interest in research, nowadays in engineering. Formerly a great dancer, he decided to quit honing his talent because of probable ‘hallucinations’. He is a massive fan of Mahesh Babu, and is always there to annoy his non- Gulty friends by suggesting Telugu movies all the time. This innocent, gullible guy in search of love from ‘Raanjhana’ with a life story from ‘Bommarillu’ aspires to go abroad to pursue higher education, and with his talent, looks set to excel.
Anish Jaiswal Popularly known in his circle as “Baniya”, “Sethji” and sometimes “Mishra ji”. He has single-handedly improved the transport department of the institute. He has transformed from being the FZ-guy to being the Duster guy, and if he was given a few more years he would be the Helicopter or Private jet guy. If given an extended weekend he makes sure to pay a visit home, probably would have done the same in the 5-minute break between classes had he been a local. He is a knack for bets and has coached many on the same. There have always been gossip of his gold amongst his friends. His friends sometimes complain about his frugal nature but it is well known fact that he showers never-ending goodies on girls, to the extent of becoming their personal Uber driver. Anish is a party animal and makes sure there is enough bling on him to be the center of attention. There has never been a semester when he hasn’t registered late, this , not only shows his complete disregard for NITR rules but also shows his resourcefulness in getting things done. Entrepreneur by blood and resourceful by nature.
Ashutosh Maharana Fondly called “Ashu” or “Mota”, Ashutosh, a true Berhampuria, was once a state topper now a member of the elite 6 pointer club. This, in short describes his half-a-decade journey at NIT Rourkela. He is IMDB personified. A major part of his stay here has been dedicated to watching Hollywood movies and TV Series , which he prefers over attending classes. He is an excellent player of addictive mobile games and his high scores can be matched only by a few. He is a true messiah when people run out of stuff at the middle of the night. His leaving the institute would surely affect the income of Raju, Sambhu and Backpost Mausi. He is usually the go-to guy when it comes to the institute rules but rarely people dare to debate with him on topics like history and geography. Introvert by nature he enjoys speaking less in a group but always lends his hand when his friends are in need.
Anurag Patro Anurag Patro aka Chada aka Chada-man is a simple guy with a complex plan for everything, and almost always his plans don’t meet his high standard of expectations and he goes complete nuts temporarily which subsides only after being calmed down by someone or after he manages to make someone else panic stricken. Then he comes up with a new plan and the above is repeated till his work is done. He loves to collect big-data on everything which he uses as weapons during arguments which heat up from time to time. He is that friend who knows everything about you. He knows his friends’ capabilities and limitations more than his friends themselves. He is a super-foodie. He would eat out at good restaurants when he has money and still eat out, but at smaller restaurants when funds dry up. He is health conscious on the outside but can never exercise or diet. His facebook pics show his ‘at least you tried’ attempts of looking cool, but he always ends up looking cheerful instead. Sometimes he behaves like a child when he is happy aka ‘plan successfully executed mode’. He is hard working in patches with perfect timing to reap the best results. He is the guy who is fit to be your ‘chaddi buddy’, in adulthood who understands you and never leaves your side, ever.
Chetan Nandanwar Damodar Friends call him “Chetan” and his Marathi juniors add a “Pappa” after his name. Chetan is a traveler at heart who often goes on lone trips without informing anyone and enjoys the solitude. He is well known for his miserably failing PJs but still has a way with girls. He has an attachment with the gym and fitness and you can usually see him running or lifting weights in the evenings. He is one of those people who show up for zone work even in his final year which makes him trustworthy and amicable with his juniors and seniors. He’s fond of Rolls from Jo’s and Chola Bhature from Hex but has a strange obsession with “Gobi”. If you probably serve him with elixir and gobi masala, he would choose the latter. He usually keeps his problems to himself but still keeps his cool in adverse situations. “Tumlog jao, main aata hun, mujhe lagi hai” is a dialogue people know him by, which shows he is the one who has made the most use of the washroom at the CS department.
Debashish Sahoo His nicknames range from “Deba” and “Master Deba” to “Landu” and “Dibba”. Debashish is a true devotee of Baba Ramdev and has a collection of desi content. His innocent looks don’t even tell half his story and can be deceiving, as his friends say , he is a shrewd manipulator and has evil in him that’s barely noticeable. he loves being surrounded by gadgets and has made good use of his M. Tech stipend to buy tech stuff, lots of it. Though he was once popular among girls in school he is one of those lucky people who receives the comment “U Dumbo Fool” on his first blog. His hands and feet don’t usually match on party nights, if you know what that means. He has a very peculiar habit of cleaning his ear using his hair instead of using cotton swabs and justifies it as his “hobby”. He is loved by all for his modest behavior and his gentlemanliness. He dreams of, one day, quitting his job and moving back to his village and becoming a farmer.
Dines Dwivedi What are the chances that your name is a verb rather than a proper noun? Well here’s Dines , also known as “BigDaddy” and “Dines Lal”. Calm on the surface but when excited to the threshold level, you’d wish a train hit you first. He is a beacon of Swacch Table Abhiyan as all his friends remember him when it come to cleaning the table and finishing off the food. His hatred for dogs can only be matched or even be surpassed by his recent hatred for a visionary person with a wide range of vision. Those ‘hate raps’ in a page which was born out of the noble intentions of developing concepts are his doing. He can sing, paint, score good grades not as good as the chaturs out there but still respectable compared to the meagre efforts he puts, can compose any tune, can dance for painstakingly long hours in dj nights, walk for 30kms and cycle a 100kms. There are so many things with only so much space to write some of which would have been about the untamed spirit within him with fifty raised to some powers of grey, some dark humour, some unexpressed sadness, some phase wise isolations, some broken and some achieved dreams, some rebellion and some surrender.
Gourav Mehta Fondly called “Barmeri”, “Real Tiger” and “Mehta Sahab”. While Admin_PASHA is the Bata Showroom of stuff on DC++, “Real Tiger” is the Louis Vuitton who doesn’t believe in trademarking his stuff. He is a true geek by nature and entrepreneur by blood. A savior of his branch mates during exams. He can pull off all nighters with ease and no selfishness to teach his friends essential concepts. He loves to track prices on e-commerce, be it pen drives or slippers or bitcoin, if prices go down, Gourav will hit the buy button. A travelling buff in his own way you can always find him planning to go somewhere in dreams and trying to put that in reality with his business acumen but fails most of the time due to his backing-off friends. The true love of his is food for which he can go even to Raipur to bring home delicacies from his distant relatives. He is a B-Grade movie connoisseur . He cherishes small things in life and tries to enjoy them to the utmost level. Generally found silent, but when you press the right buttons he has a never ending flow of gossip, be it tech, politics or just day to day things, you can be sure to enjoy his company when you talk . He is also one of the trouble-shooters who will always come up with a solution.
Ipsit Pradhan Ipsit Pradhan formerly aka Count, later: CS-Bouncer is a true Rourkelite and has two priorities in lifefriends and fun. He will go on random trips disregarding any academic consequences, just to have a good time with friends and for that he is avidly equipped with Google maps and Zomato. A foodie to the core, he does not spare any expense for good food aka biriyani anywhere and secretly hoards snacks in dark corners of his room, as he has permanently boycotted the Hall-mess. His physical metamorphosis from size zero to hunk is a path full of dedication, perspiration and break-up motivations. Always seeming reserved and professional in behavior and getup in work: be it PC work or official fest work, he is a completely different person with friends and his true liberated self in parties: laughs at everything, dances with gym moves, becomes a best friend to everyone. His stomach is not a big fan of hard partying though. He landing a big bucks job is the definite example of the popular engineering phrase-'CGPA does not matter in placements'. His perfect boy image has certainly generated haters, but that's a sign of his success and he understands it clearly, for he values his brothers, over his haters, who accept him as he is: ‘Perfect but human’.
Korra Abhishek Chauhan Also known as ‘AB’ , Abhishek has a mischievous prankster hidden beneath his deceivingly childish looks. Not only is he technically adept but also an athlete which made him an integral part of the institute volleyball team. He is one of the best smashers and is savior during do or die situations. He has rightfully earned the name “One Man Army” in volley ball community of the institute. He frequently quotes “Vyasu ipoyindi raa” which translate to “ran out of age”. He seldom shows his die hard romantic side and has and ultimate aim to get his dream girl Chippakali. He is often inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology and a quick learner. The only thing that seems to be a hurdle in his way is bad luck, which is more or less compensated by his charm and hard work.
M Ankit He is always seen very calm n composed at all times. He is very intelligent and has a good understanding of the practical life. He has a deep knowledge of the Vedic culture and philosophy, and explains beautifully quoting important verses from Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam and many other Vedic literatures. He is very caring and affectionate. He often helps his juniors solving their academic and personal problems. By associating with him, people feel inspired to give up their mundane habits and follow a life of discipline and strong character. In spite of his knowledge in various fields, he is very simple and humble and doesn’t like showcasing his skills, talents or knowledge. He is far-sighted and believes in investing his time in productive activities. He gives a lot of importance to cleanliness, sincerity, character, simplicity and purity. Ankit lives a life of high degree of character & integrity so is among very few whom you really trust in your life. He has wide knowledge on ancient India & Indian epics like Ramayan & Mahabharat & often tells many interesting stories from them. He often quotes “Happiness is not to be searched outside but within”.
Madhumita Rautela Madhumita Rautela aka Madhu aka Chotu can be aptly defined by the phrase- ‘big things come in small packages’.Sometimes she is a child; sometimes she is more mature than anyone around her. An embodiment of ‘modern lady’, she is extrovert, outgoing, open and fun loving. She goes on many an extravagant adventure trips but never at the expense of her studies, yes, you guessed it right; don’t be deceived by her nature, she is a GMAT inside. Coding, theory, practical’s, projects, you name it and she excels in it. She is a sweet and happy looking creature unless she is crossed with someone mostly when she does not get what she deserves or when someone tries to judge her. You don’t want to see that side of hers: Scary. Her love for cats can be comprehended in the following statement- ‘If Cats try to overthrow humanity, she would side with the cats’. And just like cats, she loves to sleep. Her room is full of Makeups and she is not immune to the lady weaknesses of shopping and gossiping. She is self-conscious to the level of borderline self-obsession which she accepts. She cares for her close friends very much and is friendly to everyone. Her friendship is like a sweet melody, not all too long but wonderfully fun for which she dwells in the hearts of many.
Priyanshu Singh Priyanshu Singh aka Chottu is a guy who dwells on a higher plane to humans. He is philosophical, emotional and reserved. Very few people know the real Priyanshu. Normal people see him as a shy geek who is extremely good at coding, and has landed elite job offers. But he is not really shy; he just does not make tons of friends. Rather, he focuses on a few, builds up the friendship with them for a long time and does everything to retain them in his life. But that does not mean he won’t try to mingle in a crowd, mostly by trying to execute technical PJs. His activity ideas are borderline crazy and his enthusiasm forces his friends to succumb and be part of the plan. Later they either face the consequences together or escape together. Sometimes he can be found alone on a cycle or on foot with his earphones plugged in and lost in thoughts. Although he is a hard worker, he is easy going and hates anyone or anything that forces him to do something that he does not approve. He will fight against them with full force. In all, he is a good person, a role model and a friend who will help you in all dire times..
Rohit Raj Rohit Raj aka "KVia" .A hell of a friend.This lean guy from Patna, considers himself as an true "Bihari" and aims to crack UPSC . He is always happy and always looks to the brighter side of life .All you have to do is to throw a "Aaj thoda mota lag raha hai" at this guy to keep him happy. He does not care for expenses during treats and his door is always open. He is very helpful to everyone he knows. Although abstaining himself from booze, he always actively remains at the center of booze-talk .He is very nostalgic about 90's shows and movies. Obsessed about sleeping, this guy loves to spend the whole day in his room with his friends. A great speaker with an Bihari accent, he always has a note of sarcasm in his voice. This guy is one rare combination of brilliance, positive attitude and procrastination. After all he lives by the adage " Life is a gift ,get the best out of it ".
Sai Kumar Diwedi Sai aka Sai Baba aka Google aka Facebook has earned such geeky names due to his addiction to computer which benefitted him as he is a CSE engineer after all. A guy of many talents, his reputation as a philosopher precedes the rest. Giving all kind of advices, rescuing people from their dark times is his hobby which has done justice to his name. He is lazy but works hard when it’s necessary and uses all means to achieve his goals. "Opportunities do not knock your door, you have to create that door", is what he says and he landed a reputed job before which he had already acquired Erasmus Mundus and did more than just studying there but when asked he would always reply, “Whatever happened in Europe, stays in Europe”. His love for chicken and impulsive plans is well known in his friends’ circle. Once he went to Pitamahal dam with friends at night, and in the darkness saw something that resembled someone sitting perfectly still. After being horrified for about 30 minutes, they realized it was just a reflection of a tree in the water. He is always chilled but can go blazing once his or his friends’ self-esteem is threatened. His carefree and clean nature makes it easy for everyone to befriend him and he reciprocates with advice, care and true friendship above all a partner in crime.
Sanjoli Poddar Being a lady from the holy city of Varanasi, she has not disappointed her city’s reputation of holiness, purity and calmness. She is a sweet, charming girl with a voice that could captivate anyone, although she does not sing. Feminine and Indian to the core, she is very reserved but friendly. A crazy fan of basketball and badminton, she replenishes her sports-spent energy with continuous streaks of ice creams and chocolates, at least that’s what she desires. Her goal in life is to survive on sweets, chocolates and desserts forever. Sometimes at 3 AM she could be found missing chocolate fudge thus freaking out her friends. Although she is a vegetarian, her love for potato dishes has earned her the title of ‘alootarian’. She has a unique dress-up sense in which she gets obsessed with a particular colour and continues wearing that colour dress for at least a semester. But behind all this she is very serious in her studies, and has landed numerous prestigious internship and job offers. Pride of her parents, advisor to her friends, she makes friends for life and takes care of them, always.
Sandeep Panda Sandeep “Chintu” Panda is the flag bearer of people saying “Hey, hanging out with GMATs can sometimes be fun too”. People add feathers to their hats Sandeep can make hats out of the feathers he has collected over the years, a lucrative job at Goldman Sachs, a foreign internship, 10-point SGPA are a few from the list. He is a shopaholic, whose bank account gets debited soon after getting credited. Even after having an i-phone, i-pod, and an apple watch, he is still obsessed with ‘apple’. He is a maverick when it comes to time managements which is evident from the way he handles girls, academics, his wanderlust and his love for chicken. He is the go-to person for any type of academic issues and often dreams of becoming the CEO of a company. Despite being thin and lanky he is a die-hard follower of WWE and watches each and every episode religiously. He has a taste for the finer things in life but nevertheless doesn’t refrain from eating chicken out of a dhaba. To sum up Sandeep is a true mama’s boy , photographer, foodie, dreamer, traveler and a perfect pointer.
Shailendra Singh Shailendra aka, “Pappa”, fits the definition of a typical ‘kanpuriya'. Every time you look at this guy his lips widen up to a smile. This is that guy who has doubts over every little thing and would ask each and every one in the class, which allows his classmates to rest during that time which is significant as he starts asking his doubt to which the professor gives the expression of ‘Kehna kya chahte ho’, the first time and it takes at least three times for the professor to get it completely. With his never ending unwelcomed advises, he would almost always prove you wrong by hook or crook. The best thing about his personality is his unique version of confidence and smartness. Dare him to talk to a strange girl or to say something bold to a professor, he would do it without a second thought. His affinity to girls often makes him a topic of discussion among friends. "No one handles situations better than me", is his typical one liner. Inside his cool carefree self though, there is a hopelessly romantic stud. Whatever the situation is he seems like ‘All is well’, and with this attitude and his clear concepts from class-asked doubts, he landed a huge job offer. He is the uber-friendly cheerful guy who does stupid things with you and sticks to the end.
Soumya Prakash Behera Soumya Prakash Behera (aka chhodi) is an archetype of the perennially hyped brand of simplicity and humility and is a thorough family guy who goes to great lengths to ensure his family's well-being and happiness, to such an extent that on a normal he visits his family monthly. His Knowledge of the cricket is inconceivable. Soumya loves his own company most of the time and the only possibility of finding this guy in any season (festive, placement, fests) is either at his room or backpost. He has gained quite a reputation as he could be found in his tight, skinny jeans at any hour of the day/night when he has nowhere else to go except ‘THE BACKPOST’. His humble abode is quite infamous as the ‘House of the flying Cellphones’, due to his short-tempered behavior. He has the flagrant nature of picking on people's feelings uncannily. An avid series watcher, movie buff and sports enthusiast, this guy is updated with all such stuffs. Once in a while he makes randomly yet organized travel to Bhubaneswar to meet his person of interest. The ‘moh-maya’ of academics never deferred him from things which he is passionate about. He is always true in advice, loyal and helping to his buddies and he aims to pursue higher studies in Computer Science for which we wish him all the best..
Abhilash Patro As late as Patro. The simile couldn't be more pertinent. Lazy enough to score nine gradebacks in a single semester and entering every class 20-30 minutes late, Abhilash aka "Patro" couldn't care less about things he's uninterested in. A great movie buff and book lover, he makes an excellent companion for discussing movies, series and novels. Knowing both Telugu and Odia with equal competence makes him fit right into the two major friend circles of NITR. Being an avid quizzer with multiple wins to his name, Patro devours knowledge wherever available. He is the master of politics, economics, sports, history, literature. And only next after Einstein to understand the theory of relativity. A fervid admirer of Dhoni's captaincy and a bigtime Barcelona fan, he never misses to watch any late-night games. This guy will make every girl jealous, not because of his sparkling shiny hair or his beautiful singing, but because of his gifted ability to eat, eat and eat and always be thin. But this legendary late-comer ensures he devotes sufficient time to the people he loves(!) and cares about. If you need a work to be done, just fake an illness and he'll do it for you. One of the rarest gems to qualify for the Regional Mathematics Olympiad at an early stage, this brilliant manager aspires to do an MBA and contribute later as an IAS officer! He also defines the quote, ‘A promise made is debt unpaid.’ Wish this legendary lover, late-comer and the manager all the best in his life.
Abhisek Das Das is one in a million. This four-feet-something guy is too “swag” for anything. Be it his American-Odia accent or his sensual dance moves, or his management skills which took Rotaract Club to different heights in his tenure as VP. This boy excels at it all. If you were to ever need to give a one-word description, the word you’d be looking for is Wanderlust. And unlike most people where their thirst for new experiences remains in their minds, he actively seeks it out, whether it be travelling to a new place, or trying out some new fine dining, or his eternal search for the best maal. He happens to have a constant tendency of disappearing or rather getting lost at parties. Das is an expert in giving proxies and has saved countless number of gradebacks. He heavily relies on 'mugging' for exam the night before, after failing to understand the subject. This Abu Dhabi guy has an excellent wardobe collection and would beat most of the girls when it comes to dressing up for the occasion. Wherever you may go, whether you realise it or not, you will always be glad he is there in the group with you. What more could you ask of someone?
Abhishek Anand Smart, intelligent, friendly and an idiot, Anand is the "Rancho" of the batch. Nicknamed 'Microman!' or 'Mr. Microsoft' for his internship-PPO fireworks at Microsoft, Anand is like one of those noisy neighbours who just barge into your house without any invitation and suddenly become part of the family. He cracks PJs so dangerous, you just cannot resist dying at the same moment he cracks those. He has been one of the GMATs right from the very first year, scoring a 9+ pointer almost every single semester. The number of certificates he has from Coursera or EdX will easily overwhelm the number of courses in the curriculum. Beaming with confidence and a thirst for taking up challenging tasks, the way in which he points out intricate details of anything around him and applies logic is absolutely worth watching. A techie and a nerd, this ex-president of SPAWN club likes to do everything on his own and not take any shortcuts. Even in heavy competition and pressure he never gets frustrated and always remains calm and cool. He is the one who is always ready to help his friends and ends up working harder than the one asking for help. But you will seldom find another person so proud of himself, and almost never ready to admit defeat. One of the unsolved paradoxes in the four years has been figuring out the side of the bed in which Anand’s head rests while he sleeps under his blanket absorbed in text messaging and gmail. This pig-headed, adventurous, romantic singer can be the best friend you'd ever have, and he knows it!
Aditi Dandekar Upbeat, sweet and adorable, this quirky Marathi girl easily bags the cutest girl in the batch award. Starting from copying assignments for her friends, to walking halfway across the hostel to wake her girlfriends up for class, (even if she's late herself) Aditi/ Miaow/ Audi/ Chhutki is one of the best friends that any boy or girl could wish for. She has this ability to magically transform into either a wise and caring mother-like figure who listens to you and advices you, or a pesky and lovable little sister, as the situation demands. She has been dedicated in bringing a water bottle to class everyday, even though there is hardly a sip left when it returns to her after circulating through the entire class. She is great with her Kathak dance moves, and never backs out from an opportunity to groove to the music in DJ nights, functions and parties. She adores babies and kids and it's clear from her care and compassion towards kids in Aasra. She has this annoying habit of deliberately conversing in Marathi even though you don’t understand it. Her honesty stands out as her most dominant characteristic. Her brutal honesty at times clubs with her rather volatile temper, she can transform into one of those angry Marathi heroes, but she cools down super quickly as well. She has an intense fear of most creatures, with dogs and lizards topping this list. These four years would have been difficult without this selfless girl. With a dream placement at Reliance Jio in hand, we wish this charming girl success in all her future endeavours.
Aditya Dash Your laptop suffered a severe crash, or your android smartphone needs some speed-up or maybe you just need some serious discussion on bleeding edge technology: Aditya Dash to the rescue. Despite his constant skipping of lunch from the first year itself and his many attempts to lose those extra pounds, which mostly end up downloading fitness videos and a maximum of a few week exercises, his daily schedule can be summarized into a never ending loop of sitting, thinking, eating(frequency of this is more), studying, playing CS & repeating it. A 'Cuttackiya' to the core and an ardent chicken lover, he blames the delicacies of street food as the reason behind his plumpness. His group “Misfits” awaits eagerly for him after holidays as he is the only one who never misses a bag full of snacks from his home. Having an inquisitiveness to try out new things, "Adi" has evolved into a programmer with advanced level skills in android, web and networking and a guy who knows how to solve problems where others get frustrated; thus landing him a much coveted job at Microsoft. But his never say die attitude almost dies after few weeks of trial, be it TT, Badminton, Arduino or Gym. He being the master of procrastination and frequent naps, you can never disturb his sleep; but say the code-word Counter Strike and see his evil twin "Bane" go on a rampage. An avid reader, an excellent writer and a proud member of Monday Morning, his choice of novels and films are worth noticing. In short, Bane is cool, funny, easy-to-go, tech-savvy and lazy guy of the batch.
Akhil Saraswat ‘Caring’ and ‘Emotional’ are the two words that perfectly describe Akhil’s nature. Akhil aka Chintu aka Laddu, who is blessed with chubby cheeks and an innocent face, is one of the most good looking guys of the branch. He has the purest of hearts. When you talk to him, you could sense the innocence of a child in his nature and you could be dead sure this guy would always be there for you when you need him. He would care for his juniors like a father and his batch mates as a brother. It’s his innocence that sometimes makes him vulnerable to be tricked and leeched by others. But with innocence comes his temper, when provoked or made angry he is unstoppable and can throw those leeches away in just one hit. Always ready to party, he is designated as a “tanker” when we talk of ethyl alcohol. Akhil had this unique habit of searching movies on DC++ by release year and watching each one of them, which has been very recently replaced by taking long walks in isolated areas with his better half. Remarking his unique attitude, there is a Facebook page on his name “Aap Akhil Hain”. He has got a unique diet, living on Aalu Bhujia and night canteen’s Aalu Paratha but beware, he hates ‘hari matar’. A great person by heart, Akhil has won many hearts in four years and will surely continue to do so..
Akshay Dawar Funny, amusing, entertaining, witty and hilarious when with his close friends but shy when it comes to interacting with people, Akshay is also known as Junglee. Hailing from Bagli in Madhya Pradesh, this guy managed to land a Super Dream Job in C-DOT. Dawari is famous for having the same roommate for nine consecutive years. He is quite good a sportsperson who is equally good at almost all sports, but never really takes part in any of them due to his introvert nature. A food enthusiast, he almost everyday orders food from Lazeez. Dawar is a horror movie fanatic and has watched almost every horror movie available on DC, doesn't matter it may be good or bad. Dawar has an excellent sense of humor and wit,and can turn any situation into a burst of laughter by saying something funny with almost no facial expression. If he turns to you, even before you realize it, you would already be laughing on yourself along with others. Dawar can pull anyone’s leg at any moment. Famous for describing any situation in an extremely funny way, sometimes his description becomes funnier than the event itself. But behind this smiling face there is a person who is strong and hardworking, someone who always runs that extra mile to achieve his goals.
Amrit Kanungo Smart, handsome, charming, talented & simply irresistible. These are few of the words that strike one's mind while describing this box of talent. He's the guy on whom most of the girls in the batch have a crush on. His diligence, assiduous hard work & brilliant programming skills have landed him the most coveted Microsoft job. As an avid debater in Clarion, his powerful oratory skills have stunned the crowd in many parliamentary debates. Nicknamed “Papa(a)lu(oo)”, this guy possesses a unique hidden skill that can easily kill: ‘the skill of cracking PJs’. His wittiness combined with his poor sense of humour often translates into such lethal PJs that he has been crowned as "The PJ King" of the batch. A pro when it comes to carom, he relies more on supernatural powers than his skills and can pocket any dot in the ‘Munna Bhai Style’. His uncanny skills in FIFA have rendered him quite a popular name in the institute. A huge fan of Shahrukh and Tom Cruise, he googles for both their heights and shuns down the critics whenever poked for his notso-tall height. Always ready with multiple solutions to a problem, he is the sensible guy who is friendly, kind and joyful and readily extends the helping hand to all his friends. The people who know him will agree that the space that he shares with them will be hard to supplement by another and his out of the context jokes will definitely bring a smile on the face when one looks back to these wonderful college days.
Andhavaarapu Aditya Aditya Andhavaraapu, or Adi most commonly known by the name Ditchu is the liveliest person one can ever meet. The former Mavericks President, the Technical Secretary (the fact which even he isn’t aware of) and undoubtedly, the best bboy of NIT Rourkela. This guy is a fabulous dancer and he actually breathes, eats and drinks dance. Probably every nerve, every muscle of his body listens to his word for the way he can dance. Most importantly he is a great friend, very reliable and trust worthy, a friend with whom you can be yourself all the time. One can describe him as a packet full of entertainment. For him apparently everything is ‘picha lite’ (telugu for take it easy) and using this phrase he completes every task with his ‘jugad’. From juniors to seniors everyone who has ever met him would surely verify that he is an icon. He is fond of watching "One-piece" anime. He is often found in Nescafe under the banyan tree, tucking away coffee and biscuits in every alternative period. Ditchu is a Social Networking addict, you can always find in online on WhatsApp and Facebook. A selfie maniac, there is a selfie of him in almost every pose he could and also with each and every person he knows in this institute. This guy is a quick learner who loves to have war with brain challenging problems. A true friend indeed, he will do anything in his power to help those who are dear to him.
Anirban Nayak Anirban Nayak aka "Bana" or "Sabu", being one of the best coders of NITR, goes by his simple mantra in life: "Eat, sleep, code, repeat". A passionate coder by heart, he has finished ACM ICPC Asia regionals with 43rd rank. A true genius excelling at both practical and theoretical aspects of every course, he is the most searched guy before the night of every exam for his excellent teaching skills that helps one grasp the concepts easily and efficiently. Popularly known as "The rich guy", his number is saved on speed dial for countering debt crisis. A complete devotee of cricket, he proclaims "when talent meets hard work, it becomes Virat Kohli". His handwritting is so intricate and elusive that he was rejected from Microsoft interview because of it. Bana is an ardent believer of simple, honest living and has devoted his life in its pursuit. He is a self proclaimed asexual who aspires to be an ascetic by pursuing the "sadhu" life and doing Yoga everyday. While every guy in the batch runs after girls, he runs away from them. This is evident from the fact that he has zero girls in his facebook friends list. He can set the mood of any conversation in an instant with his uncanny PJs. But being a true intellectual, he always triggers the most exciting and intellectual debates on philosophy & mythology. His versatile personality, exuberant aura, amiable nature and his unparallalled knowledge about everything sets him apart. We wish him all the success in the world for nothing is impossible for this brilliant & charismatic personality.
Anirudh Erabelly A 21 year old virgin with a 90 year old maturity, Anirudh is also known as bakka due to his extremely thin physique which is coupled with his incredible height. Energetically lazy, honest, humble and easy going nature of his has made him one of the most popular gulties on campus. His obsession with Python has earned him the title "Python King" and he is often seen solving various problems on hackerrank in his favorite programming language. Bakka is a tech freak who spends a lot of time on internet reading technology related articles and magazines. Anirudh is very good at analyzing things and acts according to the situations instantly and precisely & if anyone needs any help he will be the first to respond. He worked hard and hard work never goes in vain; his success showed when he got placed in IBM, Wipro & Mindtree. He is a frank guy who never feels shy to express his feelings towards anyone or anything. This nature of his makes people around him very comfortable and sometimes embarrassed. Don’t go by his nerdy glasses and innocent face, he is a party animal and his dance is one of the funniest at any party. The most irritating thing about this guy is the slow pace at which he eats his lunch or dinner which makes others around him go to sleep. We wish him all a very bright and prosperous future.
Anjula Mehta This girl from Nepal is an absolute fun loving, bubbly, crazy, jovial and childish girl, a complete packet with full of masti. Known as Miss Ghatak in her friend circle, she is one of the most caring, understanding and matured people one can ever meet. Throughout the four years, this girl has remained a mystery for many. A very complicated, mysterious and lovely creature indeed. This girl knows how to maintain her calm and composure all the time. She has a very down to earth personality and is an amazing girl to share whatsoever one wants to share. She does what she likes and likes what she does and has a never ending thirst to prove herself against the odds. A crazy food lover, she most often goes to the Daily Market area with her friends, where she explores almost all types of restaurants. Anjula is full of talents. An appreciable cook, marvelous mehendi designer and a prodigious artist. Her valise with overflowing clothes and astounding collection of bellies can challenge a diva’s closet. She is a simple girl not only by looks but also by thoughts. She can handle any situation tactfully with ease. Friendship is, a long journey through the hills and valleys of life which she has successfully traveled. May god bless her with luck for her future endeavours..
Anubhav Behera Humble, friendly, shy, down to earth are some of the words that truly define the prodigious Anubhav Behera. Practically a genius at programming, he has a knack for pulling off great feats without hogging for limelight. This guy is so humble & Sanskari and gives so much respect that he even treats his juniors like senior citizens and says namaste to his friends' girlfriends during the first meet. His sporting capabilities cover a massive range which includes being a classic top-order batsman, an agile shuttler, a witty table tennis player and a completely 'false' carom player. He is indeed a Jack of all trades and master of some. He's a true tennis aficionado who rarely misses his idol Federer's match. Being an automobile fanatic, he is a walking encyclopaedia on every car seen-in any movie or real life. A true foodie, he has a craving for every item in the menu. He visits mess so rarely that the mess caterer even denied him food and demanded to see his I-card. His obsession with music is vivid from his prized collection of sophisticated instruments including Bose Speakers and many expensive headphones. A great fan of old Hindi music, this guy remembers every song's lyrics. Someone who always has his friends' back under any circumstances and doesn't even care for appreciation, this guy is someone you would really wish to be friends with. With an everlasting contagious smile on his face, this calm and jovial guy is an awesome, fun loving friend to have around. May he find success in both his personal & professional life.
Anup Das 'Anup_Coder', or not popularly known as Anup Das, is a friendly guy with cute smiling face. A little is known about him as he is mysterious and operates in stealth mode. He comes out of nowhere and vanishes into nowhere. Even Manmohan Singh speaks more than Anup. One of the most taciturn guys of the batch, Anup's reticence knows no bounds. A great, modest, passionate and dedicated coder, he may miss a class/ lab but not a Codechef Cook-off. His role model is “Dark Shadows” and his dream company, “Google”. Being a keen learner, he is always in quest of new algorithms and googling new data structures. A curious programmer that he is, his life is more of a Red Black tree with alternative events in his logarithmic levels of life. A nerd by nature, his fame and identity came to existence with him bagging one of the most-dreamed jobs at Microsoft. His love for mathematics enables him to solve any given problem in a differential amount of time. His friends mock him for watching every physics defying Tollywood movie ever made. His love for Astronomy can easily be spotted when he bursts with his cosmic knowledge to the infinite ranging stars on hearing about Black holes. Anup does everything passionately and doesn’t know how to give up. A trustworthy teammate, he never lets anyone down. It can be said for sure that one day this Bengali chess champion is going to do something big, something awesome, something great that would make everyone who knows him proud. You are lucky if he is friends with you.
Arjun Kumar Agrawal Arjun a.k.a 'Marwari' has been the most reliable person at NITR. He is the epitome of a maven, the brightest ray of hope in the darkest of the hours before the exams. Always ready to pass on his knowledge to his pupils, this is the guy that one ends up with before the dreadful night of any exams. Apart from being a perfect tutor to whom one wouldn’t deny giving credit for his GPAs, this guy is a living calculator whose precision even overshadows that of a scientific calculator. Better defined as a ‘friend char’, he has a knack for sports programming, where he never fails to use his quick and vast intellect. Arjun is the modern day Uncle Scrooge. He spends 10 Rupees weekly for snacks outside of mess and that too, for gupchup only. Not only is he an open hearted person but also an open-room-person since he has been known to never lock the door of his room, and as such his room serves as regular hangout spot for everyone. A vivid gamer that he is, still plays 8 bit games for the respect of Nintendo, nonetheless accomplishing every missions given. A true devotee by nature that NITR has ever seen, this guy never forgets to yield to God after his daily cold morning baths. He is a regular viewer of every mindless Hindi movies and TV series ever produced. And so you can hear him saying, "Hero banega tuu, Roadie banega??? Saale chor!!!”. Always on time for classes with ready-to-copy assignments, this blithe-spirited friendliest of nerds is sure to be missed.
Ashish Kumar This guy Ashish packs up a lot in a small package. Hailing from city of Hyderabad, he has good taste in music, books and movies but better taste in friends. Despite small demeanor he has the strongest personality in his group. This boy has got his standards. He is a smart, rude and daring guy and can fight over any guy even if he is a senior, and can ask any girl out if he wants to. He has immaculate taste in restaurants and never shies away from a Dutch treat in CP, a habit easily sustained by his deep pockets. He keeps his rooms spotlessly clean which is no small feat for a final year student and generally takes great care of his possessions which includes his friends. He is always open to new ideas and ways to enjoy. A perfect friend to spend time with. Along with that he is a great techie, always up to date with upcoming technologies and a good PC problem debugger. He keeps himself updated with style and latest fashion trends. He is a great companion if you want to discuss philosophical questions or chatting and discuss career and goals as he has everything figured out. A solution for every problem. Ashish is a gem of a friend. With his headstrong personality coupled with his determined nature, we see him go a long way in the future.
Ashutosh Dwivedi Ashutosh Dwivedi AKA Guruji is an intelligent guy with exceptional coding skills. He is one of the best programmers of NIT Rourkela. Shy and introvert, he has got a limited friend circle and feels uncomfortable interacting with new people, but once he comes out of his cocoon he is a fun guy to hangout with. One of the laziest guys on campus, he goes by the mantra Eat, Code , Sleep and Repeat. This guy is a fantastic troubleshooter, for he always had a fascination towards computers & considers them more than a machine. Computers have lured him so much that he even forgets food when onto a computer and even the world around him sublimes. He is a savior of many during exam times which is evident from number of people flocking his room during exam times, thus earning him the title of Guruji. A true friend, he often lends money to his friends and keeps a track in his file which is named as "Bakaya.txt". Guruji has a deep knowledge about Hindu mythology. This brilliant and balanced guy, blueprint of an idealistic engineer, soft as a feather, has always been focused on life. Everybody has to make sacrifices and face ordeals, he faced his own bravely and achieved a super-dream job as a fruit of his struggle and labor.
Avinash Kumar Barnwal Knows as Nepali, Avinash is a Happy-Go-Lucky type of guy whom you can always find smiling no matter the situation. Proud owner of a grocery store in Nepal, this handsome hunk always has some interesting story to tell about his past. He loves to talk. A butter chicken lover, he never keeps grudges with anyone in his whole life. He happens to be an introvert when it comes to a girl, but respects them a lot. He always touches the perimeter of no. of absents of a course and makes use of it fully. Entrepreneur by heart, this guy has many start up ideas and good knowledge about analytics. Barnwal always brings nice stuff from home for his friends. A 3 AM friend who is ready to do everything except study. He is a gem of personality ,very calm, passionate, values his friend and never has any ego. "Baranwal" is a believer of social service and never hesitates to help the needy. He truly is a good human being. He is strong and smiling in adverse conditions and this trait is something which everyone should learn from him. We wish him best of luck for his future..
Awanish Kumar Awanish Kumar, popularly known as 'Awanish' or unish(19), is the man who is focused on one thing and gets glued to it, whether study in the first year or roaming around with his dearest till the final semester. Some unique achievements to his name, this guy has ensured zero absents in his first year. Completely remaining to himself in the sophomore year, Awanish decided to open up with his friends and enjoy life together. He's a jovial, fun loving guy, never known to sleep off his any weekend and spends his time either with friends or in some outside campus involvements (which still is a “mystery”). For the same “mysterious” reason, he has a rich knowledge of almost all restaurants, famous shops, roads and shortcuts & so comes in handy for friends. A straightforward guy, he tries his best to pull others legs but ends up defending his own. One amongst the rarest few at NITR who abhor filth, he dares to bath everyday and maintains a clean room; except for the remains of dumb-bells and weights found scattered around his nearly tidy room floor. His well-built body reflects his fitness concerned attitude with subtle hints of his earlier athletic involvements, before engineering happened to him. His popular "pyaaz ki pakodi” speaks for his impressive culinary skills. A quick learner and a sports lover, he also loves to watch movies so much that he has no problems watching a cam print by fast forwarding it. Securing a dream job after numerous failures and rejections, this down-to-earth and helpful guy is surely going to make it big in life.
Basir Khan One of the most famous personalities of NITR, Basir aka "chacha" is the only CS guy, who is a die-hard fan of Formula 1 rather than C & C++. Carrying racing in his blood, he has been a constant inspiration for every moto-racing fan in this institute. As the Vice-Captain and number one driver of the institute Formula SAE team, he has taken his team to great heights not only with his quick thinking and impeccable skills behind the wheels but also by being a silent guardian of all the money and the tedious paper work. He is a born leader who not only instills team spirit among teammates but also manages all the work without expecting any appreciation. Basir is a profound auto quizzer and a die-hard fan of Fernando Alonso and AR Rahman. He is also an ardent follower of Nadal and is one of the best tennis players in the institute. His friends always remember him saying "Don't work hard, Work Smart". And that mantra secured him a super-dream job offer at Samsung India. Being a huge fan of animated movies, he plans on being part of a team that works behind such creative endeavors. He is immensely venerated in his huge social circle as he goes to any extent to help his friends. A high spirited person with a charismatic personality, he always motivates others. With all these qualities in a single person, to surmise all one can say is that he's a true friend with a bright mind and a beautiful soul who will be remembered for a lifetime.
Bhubanananda Chhatriya Bhubanananda Chhatriya, a.k.a "Little genius", is a well-known name for all the fellows around and is a standout amongst the most authentic individuals you can ever meet in your lifetime. He is a smart, introvert and very helpful guy and typically a good listener who always appears calm most of the time. He enjoys being himself and doesn't talk much, but once he feels comfortable with you, he can be the funniest and most enjoyable person to be around. Anime lover, he has watched every single anime that is there in DC. Apart from being an anime lover this guy is an adept player in RPG games and never get bored of it. Being an eccentric coder and algorithm analyst, his popularity rises manifold in the events of any coding competitions. He is like a little dynamite, always full of energy and enthusiasm. A very hardworking guy who strives hard to succeed, his motto is to climb the corporate ladder up to topmost level. He never does his homework by himself. But instead copies from others. He never shows interest in completing his research project work believing that “Sab toh dhoka hai, faculty ko ache grades dene hi padte hain”. Despite this, his everyday-tension-free nature is a well-known trait along with his unconditional friendship. A unique combination of mind and soul, is what makes this guy one of the rarest of his kind.
Biplab Barik Biplab Barik aka "bubly" or "n1gHt™" is a born gamer who plays as if he is in a warzone, leaving behind food and sleep. Ask him for a match of DOTA or CS and he is ready in a flash. This passion and love for gaming has turned him eternally nocturnal. A true techie, he has a room full of gadgets from ipad to funky smartwatches to expensive gaming materials such as mice, keyboards and headphones, which costs him most of his pocket money. He is an excellent rapper and can make you dance to his tunes. He is a proud GMAT or can be said, born to be a GMAT. Always scared for a bunk, he never misses a lab or class and reaches 5 minutes early everytime. Any mortal will fall in love with his handwriting, which is so legible that his notebook and assignments resemble a printed paper. His unbridled passion for programming and his gumption and determination has landed him a superdream job in Samsung R&D, which he proudly boasts of and popularizes in his gaming community. A hardcore anime lover, he watches every series available in dc. Donning his famous thick moustache(which he shaved for the photoshoot!) and a wide smile on his face, he is always jovial and cheerful. He is one of the most humble persons you will ever come across; a small guy with big ideas and much bigger achievements. This hardworking guy believes in making his own luck and may he perpetuate his feats in his bright future too.
Chandan Kumar Meher Chandan aka Chanda, Chan Bhai, Chandani, Tiku, Juzt, is one of the coolest guys of the branch with a devil may care attitude. Even his email id starts with a 'imcoolchandan'! This chilled out guy is always absolutely carefree and has nothing to worry about. Even his exam preparation starts before an hour to the exam, yet he manages to score decent marks. When it comes to food, Chandan is a gourmet and an excellent chef. His hand-cooked chicken tastes better than any top-rated hotel's. He takes immense pride in cooking and serving his friends. A tech-savvy type of person, he buys anything he finds interesting the moment he sees it. Innumerable tabs always open in his browser, he is an internet addict. His capability to stand still even in the most inebriated state is enviable. He sports a cheerful look and is always ready for a party. A good badminton player, he can stun you with his shots. Chandan is big fan of Crime Patrol and Sawdhan India, of which he has watched every single episode. A true keeper and a cheerful friend, he can crack you up even in the worst of moods. He's ensured that his absence will be immensely felt by his friends. To a great friend and a companion, wish you a great journey ahead.
Chinmaya Dehury Chinmay Dehury aka "puppy" is the guy who's always the smartest person in the room. Donning a wide bewitching smile, this lanky bespectacled guy can mesmerize any girl, yet he has still remained single for his one true love forever is DOTA. His unbridled passion for gaming, especially DOTA, has turned him nocturnal & thus binding him to sloth like lethargy during the day. Being a voracious reader, he immerses himself in reading countless novels on his beloved nook. Owing to his wide-ranging serious and casual interests and his deliverance of the knowledge thus acquired, when challenged, as is typical of a quizzer, he is widely renowned as one of the best quizzers in the college. He is open-minded to critics and debates on random issues with his lucid and articulate arguments, making the discussion stimulating & invigorating. His inquistiveness has hooked him up with Quora all throughout the day where he shares his immeasurable knowledge to the world. Humility, being the trait inherent only to the greatest, is evident in this guy as his ego has seldom been seen to be off the ground. He possesses a trait hitherto unknown in an Indian engineering student, "his love for mess food!". He's got a unique way of laughing which is regularly mimicked by his close ones. He exceeds excellence in badminton and table tennis. His gentle & magnanimous heart and his humble nature has placed him as a well sought companion by all. He is the white knight our country so deserves as a civil servant and we hope he can truly achieve that goal one day..
Gajula Yoshitha Elegance, lovely dimples and an everlasting smile: these are the first thoughts that would cross anyone's mind after looking at her. She has a contagious smile and her endearing dimples dancing at the corners of her smile make us fall in love with her. Called as Yo or Gajala by her friends, this gulti girl is a perfect combination of beauty and brains & an angel for all the people around her. Yoshi is very amiable and a career-orientated girl. This chatterbox of a person is a mini database and knows almost every secret of this campus. You can either find her playing Clash of Clans or playing Clash of Clans, such is her love for COC that you will find her getting up at odd times to play the game. Being a Dean Nominee of Technical Society, Yoshi is one true lady-boss. She is the one who is called in to solve critical issues happening in friends' lives. No guy can dare to question her, beware of her. A fight with her could go to any extent and she would not hesitate to land a punch on your face. Immensely obsessed with shopping you can always find her ordering something from Flipkart or Amazon. Her dream is to take a bag and travel the entire world. Expert at making beautiful handmade gifts, there is always something artistic about whatever she does. Her transformation in looks from a cute innocent traditional girl to a hot gorgeous lady is breathtaking. Wherever you go, always keep smiling and taking those selfies.
Ganesh Prasad Sahoo Sporting nerdy glasses and scraggly beard with a lost look, he is ingenuity personified. Meet 'gunny bhai'/'GnSP', aka the coding aficionado of NITR. He is one of the rare personalities who do what they want to do no matter the cost or the loss. A big geek and one of the topmost and revered coders on campus, his name often appears in top charts in high profile coding competitions. In fact his coding skills are so immaculate, people suspect he will start speaking in binary in a few years’ time(He currently speaks in assembly language). It’s very difficult to get a grasp of what he speaks unless you are a big geek or have spent some time with him. Those close to him will have to bear his infinite collection of PJs and rants about profs and also hear how he applies conditioner to his beard to keep it silky. On the flip side, they will also read his beautiful poems in a multitude of poetry forms, learn about his self-customised OS('GNEOS'), his developed programming language('i'), his incredible logos('NU fame'), websites, jawdropping blender designs, top-class paintings and sketches and hear deep philosophies, only to name a few. The only thing that separates 'dumbledore'(he plays CS too!) from the herd of half-baked engineers is his unbridled passion for doing the things he loves to do, living life on his own terms and not giving an ounce of shit about classes(Resulting in an unending lists of grade backs and debars). One day from the ashes of grade backs and debars, this art and code connoisseur will emerge as a rising phoenix wiser than all and prove how wrong and decadent our system is.
Gaurav Raghuvanshi He is more famously known as Kancha due to his resemblace with "Kancha Cheena" from the movie Agneepath. This Banarasi guy is one of the most resourceful guys on campus. In his room you can find things like makeshift bean-bags, a stack of ready to use official certificates and bunch of other stuff that’s useful. Usually his room is a hub of activity and can always be found full of people. Joining NIT in his first-year as a chubby innocent boy with no bad habits and as he puts it, “had never even traveled on a train.” Now he is off to party every weekend and is generally a fun-loving person. An ardent fan of cricket, he can be seen in common room cheering for India or in the ground - making the opposite team run on their toes. He has always been fond of growing a thick and well-cut beard, maybe to compensate for the disappearing hair on his head. You will rarely see this guy in any type of tension or worry. He will get happy for every small achievement of his friends. Old Hindi songs are his favourite and he can listen to them for hours. In time of need, he is a good guy to have around because he always “knows a guy who knows a guy”.
Gopirajunaik Malavathu Gopiraju, aka Gopi, is the master of athletics. He loves to run like nobody else does. His unending list of medals attest that fact. Bagging the gold and silver medals at many different events as well as inter-NIT meets has become a habit for him. Be it NIT Trichy, Surathkal, Durgapur or Rourkela, his records speak for him. Honest and sensitive, Gopi stands for morals and values. But don't be deceived by his innocent smiling face, as he can fool you before you even realize. This food lover would not hesitate to booze, and makes incredible dance moves. Funny in his own way, he can either make you laugh or irritate you with the same intensity. He's one of the few who have nearly 100% attendance, but rarely is his attention towards the lectures. For him class is a temple where he can master his carelessness. Master of online dating, Gopi can dare to date them in person. He can even travel to Mars if he knows there is a girl willing to date him! He has time and again proved the meaning of friendship by being there for his friends no matter what has come. Even in the darkest phases of life, he stands strong and keeps his calm which is quite a herculean task to do for many. But ask him for a treat, and you will not see him for a week. This 'play'-boy loves to keep his life simple, and his friends wish he achieves tremendous success in his life.
Himanshu Agrawal Himanshu A.K.A. ‘Giant’ due to his human clone physic with the Clash of Clan character, is the most outgoing and happening marwadi (M.O.T.A). He is a cheerful person whose face is always garnished with a childlike smile and "rasgulla-resembled cheeks". He is a serious student who cares for his results without showing the stress in his face. Staying calm is what you learn from him, his idea of relaxation does not have an upper limit. He might look quite innocent to you, but you are badly mistaken as he has his crushes and his ways to approach them. He watches every fantasy that DC++ has to offer. The higher CGPA he scores is inversely proportional to the number of hours he puts into studies. Apart from owning a classy wardrobe of checked shirts, he is the guy whom you will never see in a bad-temper and remains amazingly cool even when all the chips are down. You can share your feelings with him without a second thought; he might not be able to help you find a solution out of your miseries, but he would be a good listener, and that's all you need. They say that 'every single incredible thing come in small packages’, yet subsequent to seeing him no one can repudiate that 'the truly awesome things come in satisfactorily large packages’. Mota is an ambitious personality with a down-to-earth attitude who makes friends in minutes, even without much of interactions, as you somehow know he is a person you can trust. All in all, he’s an asset as a friend.
Jumle Uday Ravi Jumle/Joomla, the lanky lad from Maharashtra, is one of the coolest guys you'll ever meet. He is a living News Feed of everything that goes on in and around NITR: be it SAC news, names of girls and their relationship status or academics. This powerhouse of talent has been adding feathers to his cap since the last four years: post holder in clubs, fest coordinators, ISM convener, FMS secretary, Microsoft student partner and placements in EXL , SAMSUNG R&D and most recently, admission offers from IIM A, B and C. His list of accolades can only be matched by his envious list of female followers. Sportive in taking criticisms, and open in praising people, Uday doesn’t come off much as a diplomat. He's known to exaggerate the qualities he possesses, amplifying the good ones and justifying the bad ones. Diligent, unapologetic, and a die-hard friend, he is Barney of the group which every Ted wants. Uday has a wacky sense of humor. He's an ardent Manchester United devotee and a FIFA gaming maniac. He treats chicken dishes like the love of his life. Be it attending classes in half senses, or making satirical quips on 'limelighthogging' WAGs, Uday is always up to be your partner in crime. No matter what the hour of the crisis is, you’ll always find him standing next to you. This guy is the silver lining which we all hope in darkest of hours. In the end, as the sun of B.Tech life sets, Uday (meaning 'sun rise'), for sure, is about to rise..
Kamal Kumar Kamal Kumar AKA Kamli/Makkhi is the boy with a golden heart, someone who has always stayed out of limelight. This chap can easily be identified with his Haryanvi accent and his never ending irritating nature. Straightforward at heart, he is often misjudged by others. Kamal once famously said in his first year, " I am over qualified for jobs, no company will be able to hire me". Being an ignorant person in his first year he went on to become more ignorant by his final year. Kamli has a lazy and give up attitude towards his work which always lands him in trouble. One can always rely upon him one day before exam, for Kamal loves teaching others and is always ready to spread knowledge. He make one’s life easier with his teaching ability. He has an excellent sense of humor and is someone who will always lighten the mood. A big fan of Punjabi songs, you will find him listening and singing almost all the time. This guy has no interest in social life and is often quoted saying "Sab Ran**p hai". He doesn’t like to study for marks and instead wants to gain as much knowledge as possible.
Kamalakanta Jena Having a quiet, polite and charming personality, you will always find "KK" amicably settled in with his surroundings. KK lived in a very close group of friends during his four years at NITR. A gadget freak, he used to buy latest smart watches while most of his friends had to make do with light watches. But when it comes to sports, KK's hunger is insatiable. A big time FIFA fan and always ready to fight it out with his friends, he also loves to play Volley ball, cricket and other sports. KK is one of the most innocent, guileless and virtuous human beings on the planet. He 's not at all easy to please or make happy. But rest assured, for he will never complain or insult anyone. KK defines nonchalance with his favourite dialogue, "Leave it. Don't take tension". He is one of those few souls, on whom the four-year time period has left no visible effects. Right from the day one till the end, he's never had a single difference of opinion or hard feelings against anyone. Put in two words, KK is a "GOOD HUMAN" and an inspiration for all of us.
Kruti Kallola Mohanta Kruti Kallola aka Kallol, Mr. "Sukha Shanti" goes by the tagline of “KKM in peace and happiness” who has "Lola" even in his name. Simple living, high thinking is his motto in life. His thoughts are deep and full of vision. Never being tensed about anything in his life, he maintains a carefree and jovial life. From writing codes for a simple calculator in class sixth, he rose to being a code maniac, thereby bagging the super dream job in Microsoft. Apart from coding, he loves swimming and looking at girls' DP in facebook for hours. He’s a family guy and wishes to expand it himself ASAP, with his offsprings bearing the initials "KKM". KKM considers himself the brand ambassador of Baripada. So much is his love for his hometown that he’s ready to accept a job which pays one-third of his salary to stay there. An ambitious guy with an open mind for learning new things, he has his own unique views on love life and academics. Not to mention his idols of inspiration, Sandeep Maheswari and Robin Sharma. Impartial in his dealings, he is quite practical although philosophical at times. Always sensible towards his decisions, he uses dynamic programming while making one. One of the finest chess players in the institute, he develops his own strategy not only in games, but also in real life to excel beyond limits. Persistent and punctual in any task he does, he has the grit in him to pursue any task with gumption and dedication. May he forever lead the serene family life that he so earnestly craves for.
Kumar Gaurav If we were to describe this person in one word it would definitely be "Political Worm". There is no Indian politician or political event he is unaware of. This guy can debate for hours about politics and government policies. This Bihari guy has no traits of a typical Bihari person. Known as "KG", he is mostly found lying on his bed with earphones plugged in and watching some old Hindi movie. This tall lanky dude is an amazing dancer and can charm you with his dancing skills. With mild sense of humor he is a person driven purely by emotions. He is calm and deeply patriotic by heart, you can actually spot tears in his eyes after an emotional movie. He has deep pockets, and with him around, you never have to worry about paying bills. He has high morals and is a principled person and a true friend in need. A slow starter, KG surely knows how to catch up and move ahead of the crowd as he bagged two jobs in a span of 5 days. In his heart, he always had a place for managerial career for him. His friends wish he achieves his goals and has a bright future.
Kunsoth Haripriya Haripriya AKA Puppy is an ever jumping creature who is full of energy and has an everlasting smile on her face. If innocence were grades, she would be a topper. Such is her childlike nature that you'd often feel too old while talking to her. An amazing dancer with weird dance moves, she never hesitates to dance, be it in her room, on roads or in the department. Bit senseless at times, you can never get bored around her. Listening to her Hindi is a treat, for you will end up hurting your stomach after listening to her 'Tuti - Futi' Hindi. Her favorite pastime is watching videos of singing talent shows and practicing them loudly. The whole corridor is aware of her singing talents(noise). She will be a butterfly to fly in the daylight but becomes Courage the cowardly dog when the light has gone. Puppy becomes Sherlock Holmes while investigating and a Power Puff girl when in injustice. Her anger is something which should never be tested as she can go days without talking to you till you realize your mistake. Her hard-work during engineering ensured that she was the first girl from CS to grab a Super dream job. Not just a good friend, but Puppy is someone who will never judge you. One sure thing about her is that she will always take the aura of happiness along with her wherever she goes.
Manika Tiriya Monica, Oh my darling!- This is how she's known to her friends. Don't judge her by her dimunitive figure and innocent look, for only her friends know how much of a chatterbox she is. She can blabber the whole day about her JNV tales, her ‘ghar ke’ dosts. Looking staid and demure on the outside, "Monika" is THE ultimate guide to fashion. She is the go-to girl if you seek advice on hairstyle, clothes, nails and everything in vogue. With a favourite pastime of watching hairstyle and nail paint videos, even her collection of shoes and funky jewellery can beguile any girl’s heart. Don’t go by the slim figure, she is far stronger than she looks. One moment her appetite is at the peak and the very next instant it plummets. If anybody’s wondering, that’s how she maintains her enviable figure. Not a single bollywood movie is unwatched by her and she knows the name of ‘bahus’ of all daily soaps. A small town girl filled with latent determination and confidence, she needs regular nudge. She is the only girl who remains calm during exams and never forgets to complete her 10 hours of sleep everyday, hence nicknamed ‘the sleeping beauty’. One doubts if someone has really gone deaf while talking to her because even when your ear is 10 inches away from her mouth and the fans switched off, you can hardly hear her. Monika's obsession with flowers is eminent. In a nutshell, she is haute couture, strength and goodwill redefined. Wish we get to see her parlour soon!.
Maradana Ravindra Babu Popularly known as "Nikki" due to his habit of wandering in hostel premises in knickers, "babu" is well known for his sarcastic sense of humor and spontaneous counter punch lines which he uses to enjoy trolling his buddies. An avid DC user, popularly knows as orton_back, there is not a single day that went for him without opening DC. The million dollar question is whether he'd be able to survive without DC after graduation! He has probably watched every single movie and series that is listed in new releases. An excellent badminton player, Babu has stunned institute players although he's not a part of the insti team. He is someone who has hardly ever had a shred of worry about assignments and writing lab work. Whenever he doesn't want an evaluation, he simply skips it. He is very bad at copying down assignments from anyone. There's has been something constant for him: securing marks in binary each semester and then somehow managing to pass it. A sick fan of WWE, he watches every episode and imitates Randy Orton and his move RKO all the times. Babu is a Clash of Clan maniac who never leaves his cell phone away from his hands. He doesn't know how to drive a bike, but can drive a car! His famous quotes are: “be kool man don’t be tensed”. Used to say this always and of course maintains this. This humble & jovial guy values the bond of friendship with utmost reverence. Wish this cool DC buff a great time ahead in JIO!
Mayank Kumar Mayank aka "Manky" or "Ted Mosby" is one of the most altruistic persons you'd ever have the gracious luck of encountering. He is always worried, but still is one of the coolest guys ever and never loses his temper. His benevolence knows no bounds as he is one of the guys who will donate his kidney, liver and his heart for a dear friend without a second thought. He always puts others' needs above his and hence suffers from occasional major incoveniences yet you'd never hear him complain. From organising many blood donation camps to teaching poor kids, from being an active participant in many clubs to successfully organising innumerable events thanks to his diligence and brilliant managerial skills; Mayank has shown his magnanimity all along the way. Always being the responsible one, you can count on him to escort you back to hostel after an overdose of ethanol. Forging friendships comes naturally to this guy. He's the eligible bachelor that every girl deserves, but doesn't need right now. But then, this ambivalent Bihari lad is the best wingman one can ever have, where he tries not to but ends up sharing his own experiences so that you could learn. With a brilliant and creative mind full of countless start-up ideas, his friends hope their weekend getaway buddy just finds enough motivation to start and execute.
Md Shahbaz Shafi From getting straight As and EXs in his freshman year to his final ‘Breaking Bad’ year, this guy’s journey in NIT has been much more fun to talk about. Shahbaz (a.k.a. ‘Shabbo’ / ‘Crow’) is not only limited to solving DP and Graph problems for competitive coding but also being Mr. Know-it-All when it comes to gadgets in which he takes great pleasure in showing off with his Codechef goodies and Hackerrank Tees. He is the first guy in the branch to get placed in a Superdream company. He solves things pretty much reasonably and questions anything, everything that seem fishy. The striking aspect about Shabby is that he always wears blue, no matter what the occasion be. There is no garment in his wardrobe without a blue shade. This guy has great knowledge about DC and Marvel and loves watching "FRIENDS" over and over again. Perhaps he has only one regret and is often heard saying “Yaar thode aur gore ho jaate toh ladki danadan paat jaati!”. He has an obsession with android and flashes his phone almost 5 times a week. This smart and tensai-level nerd shows keen interest in helping others in programming and geeky-stuffs, but charges no less than a bread-omelet at night-canteen. The more you feel like you know about this man, he gives you surprises worth remembering. To be in his friends list in Facebook is also an achievement in itself. With his brilliant mind and a charming smile, it’s been a sweet journey of college with him.
Nalli Maneesh Nalli Maneesh is known as GODDU(Dhoni) because of his aggressive nature while playing cricket. Cricket is something this guy can't live without. Go to ground on weekends, and you will always spot him hitting those big shots. This Gulti is guy is one of the most feared and respected persons among juniors. When not in the ground, he either listens to music or plays online games. Food lover and good cook himself, Maneesh often experiments various recipes. He always makes sarcastic jokes on everyone and if he is in a group he draws everybody’s attention. His humor levels are pretty high and he watches comedy shows with enthusiasm. Maneesh has excelled as an organizer over the years by organizing various new events throughout the four years. Also known as Bobby, his first preference is always friends. He is a friend for life. He’ll be the first one to be present if any someone is in problem. Even though he looks strong, tough and manly, this guy is very sensitive and cool.
Naman Kumar Agarwal Naman Kumar Agarwal, who is fondly called as Ganja due to scarcely less number of hair on his head, is one of the most straight-forward guys you can ever meet. “Aur batao”, is his famous greeting to friends. This tall guy from Jhansi has a never say die attitude which ensured he remained focused even after nine straight HR Rejections and finally grabbed a Super Dream job in Samsung R&D. Joint General Convener of SAC in third year, Naman proved his mettle as a leader with his enthusiasm and hard work. Blessed with amazing analytical and logical thinking, he is often the quickest to solve any problem. He is one of the fastest thinkers, when it comes to coding. His first reaction to a coding problem would be “Yaar ye question to maine kahi padha hai” and would come up with a solution before you have finished reading the problem statement. He can be easily recognized in a group due to some extra piece of flesh on his lips, he often irritates everyone with his concept of Baby-Puffs. Always up for an argument, you would hardly win a battle of wits against him. His contribution to Microsoft Campus Club as a Coding mentor is quite noteworthy. When you are down and out, he won’t console you but thrash you with comments so that you rise stronger. His confidence and positive attitude is infectious to everyone around him. The determination and zeal to do something better will surely ensure a great future for him.
Narendra Kumar Vankayala If you are looking for someone with immoderate selfless love and support, look no further. Narendra aka Naren, Racha or "Racha Star" is a star hailing from “Piduguralla”, a place in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. Well it's not just a place, it's a megalopolis boasting of innumerable legends and other specialities which "Racha" so cunningly tries to beguile us with. The first thing you'll notice while talking to this guy is that he's too tough to handle with words. He backfires to every sentence you speak and so is called "The Punch MahaRaja" by his friends. He is famous for his witty one-liners he throws at every friend of his or some random guy on the road. In a committed relationship with his bed and pillow, he jumps into action when it comes to taking selfies irrespective of time and place. And when it comes to shopping, Narendra can give all the girls a good run for their money, and outrun their patience as well! A man of principles, he doesn’t smoke or swear and is known as "The Good Boy" among the girls. But hurt his ego or feelings, he will mock you with his sarcasm until he teaches you a lesson. Racha loves watching movies so much that he completes every movie in a maximum of 30 minutes. An app-crazy person and a passionate coder, Narendra takes it a notch higher when it comes to caring for his friends. He is one of those persons who have the ability to understand and adore freedom, but within limits of self-ideologies. The B. Tech. journey with him will be missed by one and all..
Navin Modi Jaisa naam waisa kaam, lo Modi ka naam aur kaam tamaam! Some people are born to lead, and Navin Modi leads that group as well. Popularly known as Modi, Daddy(for his compassion) or Bhanju(for he always has something to say about any topic that you can think of). It would be rare to find a person who doesn't know Modi. From being a true GMAT in 1st sem, Modi has been involved in key posts of clubs like Clarion, Microsoft, and SPIC MACAY. Being the branch CR and the unplaced, selfless, dedicated PC, he has always been a driving force behind all branch events, be it parties, picnics, cancelled classes or placements. With an extraordinary gift of the gab, Modi's prowess in convincing professors, students and everyone else as well as his deftness in a debate are unmatched. With a 9-point CGPA coupled with a foreign internship and MS offers from Purdue and Southern California Universities, this guy has achieved it all. The phrase “Work hard, party harder” sits best with this guy. A Marwari(oh his home-made delicacies!) and a true foodie, his culinary skills are commendable. The prime importance of Modi is felt the night before the exam, when his buddies huddle together for his crash course lectures. He loves to sing Hindi as well as English songs, and remembers every lyrics by heart. When in the mood, he is easily one of the best tharkis alive. Yet he has his heart given to a Special Someone. To the beau idéal of responsibleness and electability, wish you a great time ahead!
Om Prakash Acharya Meet Om Prakash, aka 'Om', 'Mr. Zero' or lovingly called 'Omi' and 'Ompi', the ex-CR of the branch. This tall, fair complexioned guy gels well with boys and girls, juniors and seniors with ease. He is caring, sincere and sensitive. An avid table tennis player(om.tennislover@gmail.com!), he has been a member of the state and institute (Ex-Captain) table tennis teams and has led the team to victory on multiple occasions. A master of the ping pong game, his stances, swings, strikes and finishing moves are a treat for the eyes. Uninitiated, he became an intense TV series and anime addict from his first year, and lives his life a-season-a-day, with even DC++ falling short of meeting this guy’s demands at times. Being an otaku, there is probably no anime that he hasn't watched or manga that he hasn't read. When free, he loves to spray headshots in CS. This spendthrift guy is always short on money and remains in debt at all places be it friends, day canteen, night canteen or backpost. Om's lifestyle is 5x faster than others, thus he eats and studies at a lightning speed and loves to sleep late into the afternoons on weekends. Having a strong physique has earned him a lot of admirers and it's considered an achievement if you are able to give him an ounce of pain in birthday bumps. Though an extremely reticent guy, Om is a confidant and a great friend to turn to when you are in trouble. After a few close misses at some top companies, finally Oracle Apps was lucky to have this caring, brilliant and perfectionist guy in its catch.
Palle Koushik Reddy Palle Koushik Reddy, famously called as PK, is no different from PK-Aamir Khan. Though he is in his 20’s, he is a child inside. He keeps his distance from girls like an 8th standard kid but loves to gossip. Every time you are in a friendly conversation with him, he involuntarily starts pulling your ears. Though his social circle is small, he keeps his dear friends very close to him. He is quite infamous for his short temper and intolerance towards pranks. If you want to attribute any trait to him, it would definitely be laziness. Palle is a couch potato in true sense and can go days without coming out of his room. An ardent cricket and MSD fan, he never misses any game but he would be even happier if he gets to watch it on his laptop. At any given time, he is easily watching 10 TV series, playing games, both on his laptop and phone. A die heart fan of Samsung, this guy rightfully got placed in the company of his dreams. He has a vast knowledge about the latest gadgets in the market. He is the go-to guy if you want to fix your laptop. Amidst all this peculiarity, you see a unique guy who is very mindful about others feelings. He will never say no if you go to him for help. With his determination, it is obvious that he will be successful in all his future endeavors.
Pannala Chetan Reddy Chetan a.k.a Chetu, Buzzer is a guy with handsome looks and a cool attitude. A combination of laziness and intelligence, he has managed to survive four years of engineering with studying only for an hour before exam. This guy is a gaming buff who buys every game he likes. Whenever his friends use cracked versions of games to play, the sentence he usually uses is “Encourage developers ra, you guys won’t change!!”. He loves PC-games so much that he even bought a gaming laptop in his final year only to play games. Don't mistake him for being a PC-gamer only, he is an amazing player of Basketball and Football as well, possessing magical skills with the ball. An Arsenal, Sachin Tendulkar and Cristiano Ronaldo fan, he never lets others speak even a single word against them. Chetu is famously known in the campus for his Activa, which is always found driven in the campus or caught up by the security guards. Be it with or without Activa, this guy never fails to give biometric attendance at CVR. He's phobic towards the social networking sites and never had a Facebook account. Ask him to create one and the only thing he says is that he'll create it by tomorrow. He's a true friend whom you can trust. Mature, fun-loving and affable are the words to define him. A honest guy who is always there to help you and boost your confidence level, Chetan has cemented a position in everyone's heart with his kind and caring nature.
Pritish Kumar Roy Famously known as “Roy”, this Bangladeshi Stud has managed to blend in well in India. From being someone who barely knew Hindi in first semester to someone who is learning Sanskrit in the final semester, he has surely adapted himself here. You are guaranteed to not find a guy like this anywhere in this world. Why? Because he has the most excellent “clean” mind and the most “appropriate” things to say in the most inappropriate times. The silent killer, he strikes when you least expect it and he does it well. The most recent example of it being his final semester heroics(Wink). There will be stark silence and all of a sudden he talks. This guy is an essential part of the party. Very observing and very talented. Always perpetually smiling and by that you can very well guess the purity of his thoughts. His friends love this factor. He would love to take a trip with girls to Bangladesh and have rave parties but that’s a dream. An ardent fan of Manchester United, he is an excellent FIFA player too. He trusts everyone so much that he wouldn't have a second thought about telling anything. It’s unclear whether he is a natural poser or strikes a pose whenever he sees a camera. But in every picture he looks like a big shot guy from a movie. Everything aside, Roy is an amazing guy and an amazing friend but conveys his thoughts in the most unconventional way which is the best thing about him.
Rasesh Kumar Rout Rasesh Rout, aka "kundia", mota chua, IAS pua or just Rasesh Bhai, is one of the most prominent faces of the batch. Adored by seniors, praised by batch mates and respected by juniors, he is “The old scratch” that NITR deserves. Ramesh/Raresh/Naresh is that sort of a person who will make you smile in a matter of seconds with his innocent demeanour and childlike manner of speaking. He is the jester of his group, making tough situations so light and making sure his friends find happiness in the smallest of things possible. His unusual love for Tom Hanks, Andy Roddick, Gerrard, Firmino and of course Liverpool can only be rivalled by a woman lusting for diamonds. Proud and shameless dweller of one of the shabbiest rooms ever, his handwriting remains an enigma for many. Usually lethargic, bike rides and 'fags jugaad' are the magic words that get him up and running. When not annoying and harassing his hostel mates, he spends most of his time playing FIFA and watching animes. He also takes special pride in trying to emulate singing and dancing from various YouTube videos. As intelligent as he is, "kundia" solves aptitude problems in a jiffy. Nonchalant and guileless(!), he wards off otherwise tough situations with an insouciant shrug and tops it with "Jo hoga dekha jaega". With simplicity camouflaging a subtle “tharkipanti”, his wallet opens up for a treat in “Amul” every alternate day. Indeed this gem of a person with a golden heart will be immensely missed a lot by his friends and juniors alike. Good luck buddy!.
Rasmita Hembram Cute face with a bold attitude, Rasmita Hembram is one of the raven-haired beauties of the institute. You can call her Rash or Minky, but call her Rashmi and she would instantly hate you for it. This dusky beauty sets the stage on fire when it comes to dancing or walking on the ramp. A member of the fashion club La Resista, Rashmita has displayed her fashionable oomph multiple times and has acquired many fans with the drop-dead gorgeous looks that she gives. One can find an entire line of hair products (ranging from ayurvedic to cosmetics) on her dressing table. Do not just go by her looks as she looks as a soft speaking girl; shy, innocent and bound by rules. But those who know her will tell you the real her- loud and carefree. She usually tries to keep things to herself but once she gets comfortable with you, she will share everything. She often sets new goals and will tell you that "I will definitely do this" but gets distracted and fails miserably. Even if she says nothing, her face yells it out to you. When in emotional trouble, she's the girl to go to. For her, internet means facebook and facebook is where she drools over cute cats, puppies and panda videos. This gossipmonger has a knack for playful flirtations and is open to all kinds of mysteries owing to her adventurous nature. Rashmita gets happy at little things and sure knows how to enjoy life. She will definitely end up somewhere that feeds her with excitement everyday, not in a boring desk job.
Ravi Gohel A Gujju-Punjabi guy, he is the handsome hunk of NIT Rourkela, heartthrob of many. You can easily spot Ravi with neat, red-coloured hair. This guy is a walking encyclopedia of academic rules and regulations and knows how to overcome various obstacles thrown by academics. Ravi loves one and only one thing and that is some green stuff. A music lover, Gohel often listens to Pink Floyd or AC-DC after getting high. A cleanliness freak and a proud son of an Army-man, Ravi is a good athlete and often excels in every sport that he plays. Ravi's love for chocolates is indescribable. He would do anything for a piece of a chocolate. There's another area where Ravi's skill is unmatched: caricatures and paintings. The sketches he doodles would always catch your eye. Though a member of Rotaract Club, this guy noticeably decreased his participation in social gatherings over the last four years. This soft spoken person has tremendously changed his rowdy nature which he had in first year. Ravi loves to travel and someday plans to go out on mountain trekking all alone. With his dream of clearing CDS exam intact, this guy has immense potential, which once reached will take him to unimaginable heights.
Ritu Panda As her name suggests, her spirit animal is the Panda; she can literally sleep anywhere. She will sleep during class on the first bench and start creating whirlpools. A total foodie, she loves new cuisines and drools at the thought, but her one true love is pizza. She finishes an entire large pizza and still feels hungry late at night. You will get stunned by her beauty (Many girls in the institute have a crush on her as well), but she has absolutely no ego, so speak your heart out with her. No matter how hard life is, she gives first preference to enjoying to the fullest. She has the worst poker face of all time. While talking about a tiny detail, she walks through the whole scenario like a movie while people cringe and remind her to get back to the point. You'll certainly hear her say multiple times, " I was gonna say something, but I forgot". She's one of the most awkward people you will ever meet. Don't let those doe eyes fool you, she's awkward with everyone. Give it time, and you'll wonder what the hell is happening. She can't run or ride a cycle to save her life, but just try and keep pace with her while walking. A diehard Kardashian fan, probably cause it's everyone's dream to be rich and famous while not actually doing any work. But, if there was just one thing you had to know about Ritu, it's that, if she cares about you, she cares with all her heart, no questions asked.
Rohan Kumar Bhoi Rohan Kumar Bhoi aka N@M!KaZe™ is a kind, caring and sensitive person at heart. He is simple, honest, punctual and studious, and finishes every assignment before time. He is an encyclopedia of animes and is famous for his “Japanese” dialogues and greetings. He devours every anime and TV series available in dc in a flash, watching most of the episodes in 2x speed. As a gaming enthusiast, his nocturnal habit always consists of playing CS and DOTA throughout the night. Lethargy being his favourite vice confines him to his room most of the time where he spends his potential energy in watching animes and playing DOTA. "Rohu" manages to survive and support his lean body with maggi and rolls; his low diet can still make you doubtful of his existence. This happy go lucky person who bagged a job at Microsoft is extremely down to earth and says that Microsoft recruited him because the HR noticed that he could just fit in the T-shirt they got for the students. Rohan is an extremely introvert person who is a self proclaimed "Batman" with immense desire to meet the "Catwoman" of his dreams one day. Gumption, hard work and dedication for his job are few of the greatest traits of this guy. He is a great companion to have and will help you in your time of need, sacrificing his own comfort. He rarely rolls his sleeves up and would harldy unbutton the first button of his shirt as he considers it to be “gentlemanly”. May he achieve everything he desires for(a "good mind") and may all his dreams translate into reality in his future.
Rohit Kumar Sahoo Tall, dark and handsome. No girl can pass by without being enticed by this muscular hunk. Rohit Sahoo aka "Rhoheat" is famous for his flamboyant nature and self proclaimed machoism. Always trying to attain the perfect hairstyle, this guy spends more money on his hair than an average family spends in Somalia. He is a fervid Manchester United supporter and a die hard Ronaldo fan and dreams of being his manager someday. A self proclaimed FIFA gawd, he rarely loses a challenge in a FIFA game. This athletic guy plays every game in the institute be it Volleyball, Basketball, Kabaddi or Cricket. He is a tremendous cricket player but sadly has never won a match as the skipper of branch team. The god "Hypnos" has showered his blessings on him, hence he doesn't need a time or position to sleep. He can just doze off anytime and this rare endowment has empowered him to avoid endless hours of boredoom in class. His unique sense of humour always makes one laugh even during the worst of times. Blessed with an inquisitive mind, his thirst for knowledge knows no bounds. His affable and gregarious nature makes him a fun person to hangout with. Rhoheat is caring & affectionate towards his friends & never backs down from helping them. His kindered spirit and gentle heart makes him lovable by all. He enjoys life to the fullest and makes others to do the same. May that happiness never cease in his life.
Rohit Rajat Mohanty xD, who also sometimes goes by the name of Rohit Rajat Panda, is the Jack of all trades. Quizzer, guitarist, movie and music maniac and a player (both on and off the field), he has been around the world but there is nothing which can hold his attention for long. 'Simple', 'honest', 'innocent', 'shy', 'principled', 'pure' are some words that can never be to describe Mr. xD. Easily recognizable from his shrill braying laughter, this guy is self-effacing guitar virtuoso who suddenly breaks out into an “Eruption” on his banged up guitar in the middle of the night. A voracious foodie, this guy never says no to food and will often snatch your food too. His room is one of the filthiest rooms which he defends by calling it as a well rehearsed system, He is sometimes an annoying 10 year kid. Sometimes the fun-loving 20 year dude. He is someone you can speak your heart out with, for he is always ready with advices to take you out of difficult situations. Though he gets emotional easily, he knows how to put on a brave face in times of adversities. He truly believes in the saying that close friends can never be just friends and so, consistently develops feelings for every best friend of his. xD has a history of taking long intimate walks with close associates while contemplating life and all its complexities. Titled as Mr. Fresher in his first year, this guy is the perfect combination of fun, care, sarcasm and intelligence. xD is awesome and no matter where life takes him next, he is going to stay that way forever..
Sachidananda Maharana Being one of the class toppers, he doesn't need any introduction. Sachidananda aka 'Sachi bhai' or 'Sachi baba' leaves a first impression of being a GMAT, a friend and a guide. But this earnest and erudite, industrious guy has more to it than meets the eye. A fanatic movies and TV series lover, he boasts of a proud possession of some of the superhit bollywood and hollywood movies. Perhaps there is not a movie which is left unwatched by him. But no story about Sachi baba is complete without the mention of James Bond, his GOD. Sporting a Bond poster in his room, all his coding and non-coding accounts contain '007' or 'bond' in his nick or password. If he skips an assignment, the entire class skips the assignment. If he gives his word, he delivers his word. If he decides on a thing, he gets it done(never by crook). Sachi believes the path to heaven can be travelled by coding and coding only. Having a keen interest in robotics, his juniors often look up to him for inspiration. He even excels at making extremely poor jokes, and when nobody seems excited he exclaims, "Koi toh hasna chahiye, joke bura maan jayega". He almost never misses a chance to make a sarcastic comment, leaving the other person in doubt. His expertise in subject matters becomes invaluable for his friends during exams. With a Canadian internship under his belt, this Berhampuri czar is sure to make it big in his life. Good luck, Sachi bhai!
Sajan Kumar Sahu 'It's too late', said Sajan never. If there's someone who takes the phrases 'Not to hurry if you are already late' and 'better late than never' way too seriously, then it has to be this guy. Welcome to the world of Chikiti(?!), its legends(eating BAGHA MANSA) and bed-time stories. And of course, the notoriously cool 'Chikiti Seth' Sajan, the true prodigal son of the small Ganjamiyya town Chikiti. His love for his motherland is evident from his myriad of stories revolving around this great town of "Chikiti Pentho" where he has "allegedly" accomplished many tasks unfathomable by lay men. All his enthusiastic and invigorating stories(most of which are egregious lies)have always helped us stay awake in the most boring classes and for that we shall be forever grateful. His companionship guarantees the highest level of entertainment as you will be bursting out with laughter all the time. His popularity for fabricated storytelling is only exceeded by his propensity for shameless procrastination and hibernation. His 16-hour-a-day-sleep stands as a living proof of his sloth-like lethargy. From classes to labs to interviews he has never reached on time ever in his lifetime. Playing FIFA and losing to his ex room-mate is his favourite pass time. A die hard Messi fan and a fervid Barcelona supporter, this guy never misses a single match. He is a true maths genius having been awarded many accolades and awards for his achievements. His future plans include opening a construction company and a chain of hotels and a nobel prize in one thing or the other.
Sambit Sahoo Sambit Sahoo, or B!_@cKy, as he’s popularly known in the DC++ circles for his selfless contributions, is an amalgam of childlike and mature behaviour. With superb mimicry skills and incredible comic sense (perverse talk and gastrointestinal issues being his specialty), he is the Mr. Bean of the branch. He sees the world through the 5MP Camera of his Samsung phone. His amazing vision and creativity helps him capture the beautiful essence of the world and portray it through his photographs. He is a lover of Game of Thrones, but being a schoolkid who preferred playing outdoors over watching TV, he is Jon Snow when it comes to knowledge of cartoons or comic book movies. He loves to play TT and never declines a late night invitation to play 29, UNO or CS. Hobbies aside, there is another side to his personality, perseverance being the word you would associate with this guy if you ever saw him work. One of Monday Morning's most dedicated and passionate journalists, his zeal to work and bring about a change is infectious. He transforms into a crusader when he has the power to change things for the better, clear from the massive developments he brought around as Homi Bhabha hall’s Maintenance Secretary. He bravely embraces the winter by avoiding sleeping under the blanket just not to let the cold take over him and make him lazy. All in all, Sahoo is one Masala Bollywood movie with all the elements of romance, drama, action, humour and life morals in it.
Sanjay Mishra Sanjay Mishra aka 'TIGER' is an eccentric guy, a person first meeting him will either mistake him for a philosopher or a mystic or a speech impaired guy. He simply does not utter a syllable until highly required of him. Put a knife to his neck and threaten to slice off his neck, you may hear him say, "stop!" if you are lucky. He is, however, extremely adroit at the use of sign languages and communicates mostly via it. Initially he might come across as a mute and dumb guy but the truth is, he is a man of few words. Until the junior year, many of his batch mates were totally unaware of his existence. He is also popularly known as the larynx-less man in MSS hall among his friends. However show this guy a game of Counter Strike and his larynx will jump to life and you will meet his alter ego the “TIGER”, who is a die-hard gamer and highly respected in gaming circles and can lecture you for hours together on how to capture ‘B’ site or how to effectively use smoke and flash grenades. Sanjay Mishra’s lifestyle follows a binary pattern, either he is reading textbooks or gaming, which yields good grades along with gaming credits. You have to earn Sanjay’s speech as he doesn't talk to everybody, not even the HR guys during campus recruitment. But once he starts opening up, you’ll find an extremely funny guy who cracks really bad PJs at will and a really great friend.
Shaheen Sultana Shaheen Sultana, popularly known as "Undertaker", is the perfect amalgamation of beauty and brains. She's a girl with a sweet voice and bold personality, that never stops amazing the people surrounding her. Endowed with multitude of talents ranging from painting and athleticism to mesmerizing people with her beautiful voice, she is one of the most multi-talented girls in the college. Also, she's one of the best volleyball players in the institute. Although she is always lost in her own world, one would seek her companionship, no matter what, for the positive aura surrounding her and her one giggle is worth your while. She has a cheerful and child-like personality that wins everyone's heart. A foodie by heart, she is an ardent lover of potatoes(would exchange anything for potatoes) and pani puris. An enticing shine appears in her eyes when she talks about food, akin to the one we have when we find out true love. She is the first Bengali who would vomit even at the sight of fish. A die hard fan of Phoebe from FRIENDS, she is just as crazy, fun loving & lovable by all. No one dares to mess with her as is evident from her nickname. She can be highly motivated about the things she loves, and is lazier than a sloth otherwise. Above all, she is a gem of a friend and an honest human being, which makes her a rare breed. She's a friend who will be the light to guide you in your darkest of moments and a friend who'll sail the oceans to find you. Wish this Samsung-ite luck and success in all her endeavours.
Shivanee Gupta A gentle and shy smile on her face, she makes her innocence felt. The tallest girl in the group, she's been nicknamed "qutub". Shivanee aka "Tubelight" has revealed her innocent side when once she asked, "Patte khelte hai, bolte hai sab log but patte(meaning leaves to her) kese khelte hai?". One of the nicest people on campus, she is a tall and graceful dancer and has mesmerized the entire NITR junta with her moves innumerable times. She may seem submissive but when with her friends around, she is quite jovial and fun person to be with. Sleeping being her favourite pastime, sleeping is the thing that comes to her mind when she has nothing else to do. A girl with passion for her dreams, she strives hard only if she feels it's worth doing. She loves being with her close ones with endless talking, sharing heart-felt feelings and jokes. If there's one thing wrong with her, then it would be her mobile phone gaming addiction. She can be seen playing games in her/other's cellphones hours at a stretch, across lectures and breaks. You can find her playing Clash of Clans at any time of the day. 'Discipline' and 'punctuality' being her bottom line, she's one of the most brilliant girls on the campus. She remains quiet the whole time observing everything and reacting accordingly. Above all, she is one of those persons who have the ability to understand and enjoy freedom without letting go of the responsibilities. With a Superdream job in hand, this is wishing her all the best for the future..
Sidhanta Choudhury Never judge a book by its cover. This statement sheds light on what Sidhanta aka pendo or nilu truly is. He might appear as a simple, shy & naive guy on the outside, who behind his veiled nature is actually a very fun loving and mischievous person. The Odia phrase "santa sista, languda bisista" fits him well. Amassing brillant knowledge in mathematics, this genius can solve any difficult problem which is evident from his Ex grades in all four maths papers. Popularly known as "Z_.'-U" or "kTr" in DC, his exploits and downloads are cherished by the entire NITR community. A huge fan of dance reality shows, he secretly watches many hindi serials on his laptop. He is a movie buff who never misses any Tollywood film. His vast knowledge in the field of software is praiseworthy. He is a freak when it comes to new gadgets and technology. One of the few 9 pointer backbenchers, he always helps his peers before the night of the exam. His problem solving aptitude and brilliance in algorithms has helped him secure some of the best ranks in college in many coding competitions. Simple dressing sense, a fat belly and his unique gait are his distinctive qualities. He carries a school bag since KG which he continues till now. Being very simple, polite and kind-hearted, he has no ego and zero attitude about his achievements. His famous quote is "Knowledge is like underwear, never show-off", which suits him perfectly. May this introverted Berhampuri guy achieve many accolades in future and amass enough courage to speak to a girl.
Singireddi Hari Krishna You are walking down the road and you hear a deep voice with a husky timbre in tone, calling out your name with deep stress on the vowels, you know its Harikrishna. "HK" or "Singi" as he is popularly known as, has this uncanny habit of being able to sit at one place in a single stretch for hours. He is definitely the kind of roommate that every person would want to have, because there is never going to be the fear of burglary as you will always find him in your room. He is a living encyclopaedia and has knowledge of everything under the sun. An optimist by nature, he is not only passionate about his own career but also encourages and cheers up everybody around him. An ardent Linkin Park fan, he keeps playing those songs even if others have had enough and hates hip-hop. He says that hip-hop songs are just rhyming curse words. He wants to get exposed to all sorts of pleasures such as smoking, drinking, having girlfriends etc. but puts a bar of restriction by exclaiming, ‘If I get placed in super dream I will start drinking’, ‘girls are far behind our reach’ and so on. A seasoned badminton player and a good swimmer, HK loves to play a lot(and win a lot). He plays many computer games as well and no matter how big it is, he completes it in 1 or 2 days. Though these four years have not been great for him, we hope his dream of becoming an MBA grad from one of the top IIMs comes true.
Siripurapu Sneha A beautiful girl with a sweet smile, cheerful heart and loads of madness, Sneha or better called "Pappu" has been NITR's Diva, being lifeline to many guys. Just one look, and you fall in love with her, yes!, "Love at first sight" happens when this lady is in the sight. A hardcore "gulte" by heart, her typical Andhra moves set the dance floor on fire. This "naughty" girl is extremely passionate about her career goals yet she always puts her presence in the helping hand register. She has been an equally responsible and sincere student, and goes to classes, not because she likes to, but to maintain notes so that she could help others at the last moment. Though, at times, she becomes desperate and worried about exams and evaluations, and extremely tensed even if she scores one mark less. It is always difficult to win an argument with her and things gets even more complicated with "Laddu"(as her friends know her). She struggles really hard to prove her point to teachers or to explain to those poor lab TAs, finally convincing them for marks. When it comes to her friends, she is ready to hear all your problems and the closest you can have to share your moments. She lives in a smiley world, always using smileys to convey her feelings. Giving equal weightage to books, friends, music, and her own self, she has always been the strong and independent one. Every branch must have a girl like her, to initiate funny talks, lighten up the mood, spread smiles, and CS is worth her; a "must" girl for a "mast" branch.
Smruti Swajalika Smruti, who goes by many names like Chuhiya, Pengui and Daisy, is a cheerful girl who never knows when to give up, be it with her endless efforts to convince you to do something really crazy or turn your tears to laugh. A child at heart, she can get irritated within a fraction of second and yet is a trustworthy, confidant and someone who is always there for her friends. If you are her friend and fighting the feeling of hunger at 2 in the night, than she will be the one helping you conquering that feeling with good food. And if she gets mad at you, you just have to offer her delicious looking food. She is a die-hard anime fan who would re-enact any scene, any dialogue from possibly every anime, making everyone smile with her silly adorable “kawai” acts, not to forget her unannounced Karaoke sessions. Very interactive and friendly, this extrovert girl surely loves her nap time and would never reach class on time but still wouldn’t fail to make our teachers chuckle with her explanations for being so “horribly” late. An avid reader who is really good at drawings and sketching, Smruti can impress you with her melodious voice. She shines bright amongst others, and is a great friend to have, who understands you in a way that you want to be understood. If you ever feel a bit dull or downhearted, then spend some time with her and she will surely lighten up your mood. These days with her will be missed by one and all.
Sringarika Pandey Dabangg’s Chulbul Pandey has got nothing on our very own Pandeyji. She is fierce and unapologetic in every way. Blessed with a stunning face, this classy lady insults her looks so much that people literally roll on the floor laughing. Famously known as “Pandey”, she can very well be the leader or the voice of the people of U.P. Inki shudhh Hindi ki to wah bhai wah. Forever watching and rewatching episodes of FRIENDS and forever wanting to rave. This soon-to-be CMU-ite is as sharp as one gets. Patience is her biggest and most important trait. Lucknow runs through her veins and once she starts talking about the place and its food, you start imagining "Lucknow hi jannat hai ka!!". A "pakki Bhaiya" who can make even the most boring topics extremely funny and interesting with her UP attitude and accent. Anurag Kashyap should consider her for writing the script for Gangs of Wasseypur 3. In her words, “Phod ke rakh denge.” She has the funniest stories to tell and is a complete entertainer. Her tolerance to handle bullshit is negligible. She is an amazing person at heart and is always there to give you moral support, be it anything. Sring loves to sleep and eat. Give her days off and she would run away to home and bring all the delicious laddoos. She has the most epic expressions to give you, if you do anything stupid, which will probably set you straight. But all in all, she a really cool person to be around.
Sudhanshu Patel With a DP featuring hands raised in the air and a slogan "Jai Hind" and an air of countryside talk about "akhadas", farming, swimming and other forms of enjoyment hitherto hidden to his friends from other cities, Sudhanshu Patel has to be the patriot and jingoist of the batch. If it weren't for engineering, he should have been working in the Indian Army now. Lovingly called bhu/bechu/pagla by his close friends, this guy with a unique Banarasi accent is just electrified upon hearing the word "data". His entire world revolves around Coursera, EdX, CodeCops(his blog) and Data Mining and Machine Learning. An inquisitive technology enthusiast, he keeps tabs on and gets excited with every new technological innovation or discovery. This "pagla" loves to try his hands on every new technology available, and posts it on his popular blog, though he remains faithful to his mother tongue, Python 2.7. In his pastime, this big time Sherlock fan loves to watch the latest movies, trailers and loves to discuss it with friends. Though he is averse to mess food, he seldom eats outside citing one reason or another. His has his heart split in two: one for Deepika Padukone and the other for Alina Li. A very cool and energetic dude at heart, Sudhanshu is just excited about walking, running and jumping around and can stun you with his crazy baarati moves. Studying late into the night is not his cup of tea, so he prefers studying and making notes himself. Wish our cool Banarsi Babu all luck in his life..
Swati Mishra Outspoken, childlike and sometimes explosive and crazy, Swati Mishra is one of the "brightest" girls, the beauty with brains of the batch, famously known as "powder" from first year. She shows confidence in her work, never backs down from taking a stand for herself and fights for what she deserves. She is a girl with extremely high ambitions and works equally hard to achieve her goals and to be successful in life. But our "Mama" is equally lazy as well - often she doesn't get up to open the door when she's too idle to get off her bed. However, come exam time, she springs into a state of super-activity and covers courses like a boss. She is one of the nocturnal creatures of the class, best buddy for nightouts. She likes spending time with friends and going for trips and parties. Apart from studying, her favourite hobby is watching movies especially horrors and thrillers. She is always anxious and tensed about assignments, tests and exams. Despite being a consistent 9-pointer, she is never satisfied with her grades, and always strives for more by saying "main sabme fail ho jaungi". Yet, she is the one who is responsible for the trending hashtag "#AanaToExHiHai". In her four year evolution, she has displayed the journey of the human psyche from the gradation freak to the coolest perfectionist. Overall she is very friendly, caring and always cheerful. She is sometimes harsh with words, when it's required, but pure, honest and good at heart. From a noisy free child to a responsible matured lady, our "Mausi" has excelled at all.
Swetaswini Nayak Swetaswini aka Priya or Pri, hailing from Silk City Berhampur, is one of the most exuberant faces of the batch. She is one of those rarest kinds, a perfect blend of daring naughtiness and sweet innocence. A professional dancer at heart and soul, she loves to spend hours learning and perfecting her moves and thus, 'Synergy' is her home at NITR. Pri is a true tomboy who would wear sneakers and a hoodie even on a date but spends time in online window-shopping on an hourly basis everyday. A die-hard pizza and chicken lover, she consumes even the bones and will literally start drooling and go in a trance while describing the mellow buttery crabs that she's fond of. Even greater is her love for superheroes. An ardent Hrithik and Batman fan, she considers herself as being Batman and narrates stories of how she's going to fly, fight and protect all of us; but is scared at the sight of a tiny insect. She is a total fattu when it comes to small things like cheating in a class test, going late to class or lab evaluations. But when in mood, she wouldn't mind bending the elbow and hitting the dance floor. When without any work, Pri devours and binge-watches movies and tv series all throughout the day. She makes the most cringe-worthy face ever when she's uncomfortable, which has earned her the nickname 'Ghoda'. A penchant for maths, a pedantic eye for everything, an array of admirers and a super-dream job at Oracle, she can be considered as the paragon of beauty with brains. Good luck, girl!
Tanmay Parasher Aka Tatu. At first glance, you will see him as a tiny toddler from 5th grade. BEWARE!!! This short tempered guy will throw a book of Kreyszig if he ever gets angry on you. Don’t fall for his sheer innocent face, there exists a mischievous and wicked side to it as well. If he ever catches your fb account open, you might be getting GPLs for your birthday next day or getting a hard time from your girlfriend regarding your recent relationship update. Pioneering the photoshop saga to a whole new level in NIT though it be any fest or making you loose your pants. Never wake him up from sleep, or you are asking for some serious ass whooping (future wife and to-be-kids, please take note). He is the kind of guy who will always support your plan be it to be your drinking buddy or support for a malicious plan. He also very much aspired to be an accomplished drummer at the end of 4 years watching youtube videos such that it didn’t stop him from buying a whole new set of Drums which is still kept in his fort. Thanks to his laziness, the drum is now coming apart without a single beat being played. Although he hails from UP, he doesn’t have typical UP traits in his gene except his ‘Nahi Nahi Nahi…’ rant and female companion (“Natkhat Pandey”) from the branch. He plans to pursue MBA in the future. Wish him all the luck for his future endeavors!
U K Vishnu Vishnu aka ‘vichu’, a selfless, humble, helping guy, is one of those rare persons who can instantly impress you by their sheer knowledge and maturity of handling situations. Cricket, Coding and Computer science are the 3 Cs that define him fair and square. He remains persistent and goes on to prove that he is capable of doing bigger and better, hence landing him three jobs, one of which happens to offer one of the highest packages in HSBC. He's a lovable and honest guy who astrays from being truthful when aware of the fact that truth is going to hurt the other person. His burning desire to excel in the fields, be it academics, friends or sports is something that makes him stand apart. He has an army of friends from different parts of the country and language is no barrier, for he is multi-lingual, speaking fluent Malayalam, Odia and Hindi, sometimes all at once in the same sentence. His cute smile and charming voice lets him get away with the pranks he pulls on his friends. His photogenic looks, charming personality, masculine figure and charismatic nature attracts everyone that crosses him and makes him popular among his female friends. Belief on his inner self and positive attitude in every adverse situation helps him in keeping a strong personality and lead a complacent and tranquil life. A chocolate "Momma's" boy whose friendship is certainly a priceless treasure, he's always there for his friends when they need him. May this ever smiling guy be forever endowed with great happiness, and enjoy life with his "okk ma" attitude.
Utsav Adhikari Utsav Adhikari, the handsome hunk from Nepal, is known in the institute for his carefree and happy-golucky nature. At a party, he will be the one trying to get everyone else drunk so that he can sit back and enjoy all the consequences. With his tremendous convincing power, he has successfully managed to take numerous leaves from Dispensary after bunking classes. His transformation from a skinny guy in first year to a fat ass in the final year is quite noteworthy. A true follower of Real Madrid, Utsav often indulges in football discussions. One simply can’t feel bored when Utsav is around. This guy is a true adventure seeker. Gifted with a good presence of mind blended with his unequalled wits, he definitely knows how to keep everybody’s attention towards him. Utsav is one of those guys who has actually lived his college life ‘‘King Size’’. He is someone who thrives when responsibilities are given to him. His dedication towards Microsoft Campus Club as Central Cordinator made sure that MS club reached its zenith of success. He treats his juniors like his younger brothers and takes utmost care of them. An inspiring person, this guy is always brimming with energy and is always high on life. His positive attitude enures that he handles every situation with a smile.The guy who is friend with just about everybody, will surely be missed a lot.
Vaditya Ramesh Vaditya Ramesh is one of the coolest guys that you'd find on the campus, and a very down to earth person. His humility is unparalleled. A very diligent being, Vaditya's faith in the Almighty is immense. He's a very kind-hearted and helpful person, who you can always share your feelings with. A great reader of scriptures and a very good singer, he always strives for doing something better. Coming from a normal family background, he has had a huge transformation in these years at NITR. Not quite the talkative and extrovert type, you won't find many people knowing him on the campus. But when he does talk, he always talks about his department and the professors. For such a hard worker that he is, luck or health almost always don't support him. He possesses a sweet way of talking which brings a smile on every face around him. To the one altruistic soul and an undying thirst for bettering himself, may God bless him..
Vikas Patidar If u listen a high pitched excited loud voice around your block, presence of Vikas Patidar aka Chotu/Mowgli is an easy guess. Speaking with maximum intensity of his vocal chords, in coherence with his typical Malwi accent of Badimandu village, he is excited about anything & everything. Famous for his spontaneous ideas and “jugaad� in perfect match with any situation, the word Patidar has become the synonym of optimization and jugaad. He can optimize anything that he wishes to do, be it coding, expenses, path lengths(in real life), conversations, class absents, CGPA... everything. A true engineer in every sense, he can break locks without any tools. Endowed with an eidetic memory, as evident from his remembrance of every slide, coupled with his quick grasping of concepts has helped him hold a strong academic record. The guy with short height, negligible weight and a figure envious of girls is known to have maximum strength, stamina and energy ratio in the batch who can take on a sumo in wrestling. Extremely conscious about his diet, he consumes food by calculating calories. He is an avid cricket fan and a fervent supporter of CSK and Dhoni who vehemently defends his idol. He's a good swimmer, excellent shuttler and a master of every craft from carpenting, plumbing to painting. Patidar is a brilliant coder, intelligent, witty, very helpful and down to earth person. Also an excellent cook who mesmerizes his friends with his delectable food and beverages. For a guy who, for the first time ever, tasted paneer or went to a cinema hall at NITR, Patidar has come a long way and is destined to reach the stars someday!
Vivek Badde Hailing from the bustling town of Hyderabad, Vivek Badde is a guy who possesses perplexing levels of reticence and avoids limelight to his upmost capability. Such is his affinity towards silence, that only few people can notice his presence in the class. Being a hardcore gamer, you can safely assume that he has played almost all games available on DC. A die hard hitman fan, he is quite fond of detective and horror genre movies and tv series. A true anime fan, he himself downloads many anime-series from torrent and shares it over on DC++. For him, completing a level or defeating a level-boss in his favourite game is more important than attending classes. Even on the night before the exam, you can find him playing games and when asked, he gives a perfect reply "Just refreshing a bit". He can be seen walking around the corridor and talking to his sweetheart most of the time. A GATE and government job aspirant, he has a unique skill of understanding any situation very fast. Being lazy to the core and shy, he generally avoids social gatherings or even placement treats. A real happy-go-lucky guy with dislike for any show off, his simplicity and honesty is all it takes to describe his personality.
Cyan Subhra Mishra Opportunists address his friendship with a time stamp; seniors think, “He is son of a gun”; juniors think, “He is Iron man in Super fun guy costume”; faculties fantasize about him; he thinks, “He can dance, sing, cook and use a DSLR”; his hall-mates think, “He is a complete douche-bag”, meet Cyan Subhra Mishra ( a.k.a Chakulia Panda, The ‘G.Sec’ )– a mammal with no moustache, no beard and a relatively larger belly. A self-proclaimed ‘MasterChef’, he has a dream to taste the delicacies made straight out of the hands of Gordon Ramsay himself. A gourmet, he swears by chicken who eats like “bheem”. He has this intense desire of giving opinion on anything and everything proclaiming he knows it all, exaggerating stuff thus annoying people around him. He has the unique ability to help mankind transcends across age groups, genders, perceptions and time. He is a hero of “Cyborg” and thus proved he has “Intel” Inside. He is always up for badminton, table tennis and few closed ones have the privilege of knowing him closely reiterate his obsession to “Age of Empires”. He is a Walking "price tag" of some really enviable gadgets and never fails to show off. His incessant narcissism is very well justified by his vast and “vague”ly scripted knowledge over various subjects. An ardent speaker, a 2 AM friend, an antique specie, ‘hamdard’ of girls; he has been one of the most influential people inside the campus. “Catch him if you can.”
K V Sri Rama Rohit Rama Rohit (a.k.a. Rohit), is known for his never ending relationship with Studies which made him Branch topper throughout his engineering, typically known as “Padhaku”, “The Greatest GMAT” as per NIT standards. This man could spend hours, days together in lab but never gets satisfied for the amount of effort he puts in. Among his friend circle he's famous for his love for sports involving racket. You can always hear him say, "bro my backhand is getting stronger, but you know I need to work on my forehand, just not getting it right". He is one of the finest Brahmin, we would often see him wearing dhoti and doing puja in his room, especially during festival days. This guy is the one any girl would take to their mum but he Stays a mile away from the Fairer Sex. A ‘diehard’ fan of ‘anime’ (Naruto) and will never hear anything against it. His favourite quote is "Bro, I'm telling you, you are a douchebag". When comes to helping out friends, he is the one we could rely, share our grief and be brutally honest in sharing our opinions. Survived upon night canteen and day canteen, you will always hear from him every night "abey wo hall 'n {2<n<8, n! = 6}' wala mast paratha banata hai bey, man you should try there once". Hoping that his Only Regret of Not Having a GirlFriend he carries, changes soon and we wish him success at every step of his life.
Manaj Mohapatra Manaj (aka "Maanaj" by many Professors in the Dept.) is an astonishing character among the NIT crowd; he is well behaved, hardworking, studious, punctual, sensible, caring. These all qualities make him just another human being who is few steps away from getting reassigned as a faculty. He is the rich local boy with poor jokes who happens to be the winner of the prestigious “Maximum CWS Gate Cross Award” for four consecutive years. Being a great critic of social reforms, he voices strong opinion against child abuse even from the prenatal and neonatal stages. He is amazing as a friend and extraordinary as a rival who cannot hide his so-called "Girlo-Phobia" which we really pray to break after his marriage. The perks of being close-friends with this guy is countless; you get his home-production delicious free food; you can get your electronics gadgets repaired economically etc. He keeps buzzing “INDIAWALE” from HNY and his favourite Hollywood Movie and TV-Series are yet to be released. His novels are his text-books and his text-books are the Institute library. He also considers playing Candy Crush Saga in the nearby playground as a physical exercise. He is one of the rarest people who has the privilege of using the privileged account for internet surfing inside the campus. “We watch it from Direct Connect while he streams it online in High definition.”…(NPTEL of course). This is the “Curious Case of Manaj Mohapatra”.
Nabin Banik Nabin Banik (a.k.a Nabin) has an exterior as hard as a coconut, he has the interior of well, a coconut. He does maintain a close knit group of friends who recognize him as the witty one. This fluent and destructive batsman is an Ardent Sachin Fan who cannot take a word against his ‘The God’, dare you start a debate with him on those lines, and you are sure to face defeat. Anecdotes from his childhoods have been a permanent entertainment for all of his friends during night outs. He literally shops like a girl; you’ll see him drool when he would pass through the stores. He is definitely the 'Angry Young Man' we know, but he knows how to forgive BUT won’t forget. He doesn't argue; he just explains why he is correct. Go to him when you are low on confidence and you will realise how lucky you are to have a friend like him. His usual idea of a good chit-chat most definitely includes trivia related to the game. He is a big time foodie and enjoys binge watching food shows. 'Recreating songs with a fun-filled grandeur are his forte'. Adding to this is his Obsession over Fishes. He has a galore of info on fishes and won't stop sharing it till you love fishes as well. "It's hard to be humble when you are as good as he is"…with such qualities compacted into this heavy built human being, he knows the art of ‘Being Human’.
Piyush Kumar Piyushva from Bihar ( a.k.a PK ) is a personification of 'Simplicity at its Best'. Well dressed at all times, oiled hair with 3mm thick glasses, gives an impression of compete GMAT at the first sight. But there is a lot more of him than that meets the eye. Need a trustworthy friend who is there at the time of need, he is your answer. With a very big acquaintance database, this guy has info about every happening in the college including the latest rumors and gossips. Known for his philosophical status updates in WhatsApp which by the way are legendary in their own sense and groupies with his other 'bihari dost'. His famous dialogue is " maar ke faariye denge”. According to him, he has 1035.33 sisters (don’t get confused, it is exact). He is one of a kind, ‘Jo nahate samay bhi chasma pehenta hain’. Bindas rehna iske khun me he, semester ke samay DC chalana, iska favourite job hai. He is a person who has pretty high aspirations of pursuing IES has his table is stacked with all kinds of IES and GATE books though he never admits to have read them. Our guide for any doubts regarding instrumentation and control systems. Getting friends like him in every step of life will make life easy to move on. A true blue friend.
Sahil Suhag Sahil Suhag (called as ‘Sahil’) is a person with a never letting go attitude with ‘No Tolerance to Shit’. He is one who comes off as Easily Aggravated and Intimidating (not really, just his psychological manoeuvre to scare off the opponent). For people who form their opinion of someone with 2 minutes’ worth of interaction, Sahil Suhag is someone whom everyone likes to dislike. He is the kind of guy who will pour water to the brim of the glass and then add a little more after that. All in all, a guy with an attitude problem. However, for those who get to know him a bit closely, he turns out to be the most awesome company to spend your time with. A well informed citizen who argues anything and everything with logic, reason and a genuine intellectual in all this superficiality surrounded amongst ourselves. An adventurer from inside, loves to travel and go places and follows every interests within himself. Being a well-known Swimming Champion, he has been the Captain of the Institute Swimming Team during his Graduation. He also seems to have a thing for firearms and knows about military history more than anyone on campus. This adventurer is full of energy and enthusiasm, and we wish him all the very best for his future endeavours..
Soumya Prakash Mishra Soumya (a.k.a ‘The Solder Guy’ & Batman) is one sophisticated yet feeble guy whose synonymy with confusion is well documented who is famous for tolerating his room-mate for two years. An Epitome of Hard Work and Sincerity, he remains in the backend team of any responsible work done for the good of others. A true workaholic, he mostly ends up as the supporting actor in major breakthroughs. In contrast to his techno-geek nature owing to his infatuation for diseased and deceased gadgets, he does have a “Slow processor”. That’s why next time whenever you try making him understand something, be ready to answer all the who, why, where, when, etc., type of questions. He is Dr. Brand in real-life as he always searches for scientific reasons even in illogical situations. Many don’t get his high-level logical jokes, but if you get they are quite funny, and after every joke if you don’t get it, he changes the topic by quoting some of his trademark dialogues like “oops sorry!! kichi nuhe” and “It’s Ok” (dialogue which you would find in every conversation of his) and guffaws. He loves watching English series and superhero movies like iron man and batman, and thinks one shouldn't live on this planet if he hasn't seen them. He is a friend who can be a support to anyone anywhere anytime, even to his drunkard friends. Very few lucky ones know this rare creature and will cherish throughout their lives. “It’s OK” unlucky ones!!
Sourav Satpathy Sourav Satpathy (a.k.a. ‘Daadu’ of PlaceComm and ‘Mickey’ for Friends) is one such personality who truly defines being Workaholic. To summarize his half decade stay: he entered NIT, he started working, he worked more and he kept on working till the very end. He believes that 'responsibility has to be taken and not given'. An erstwhile active contributor to Monday Morning, the ‘pseudo’ General Secretary of Hall 5, one of the most successful PCs (Jt. Secretary), CR of the Batch, you name it he does it. He is little hot-headed and once responded to an ill-humor directed at him with a stern "It's not funny" that startled the onlookers. He is hydrophobic, but female-philic. This penny-prudent resembles a pretty girl on a clean-shaven day because of his fair skin and pink lips whose physique can be deceiving as he has a hearty appetite at parties. His ‘Cleanest Room in Hall-5’ is surely a motivation to Modi government’s initiative of Swachha Bharat Aviyaan. He is so great at resource management that ‘Ghadi aur doston ka sampurn istemal koi inse sikhe’. He is also famous for surprising his dear ones with heart-warming gestures on their birthdays even when he is hospitalized. An opportunist at heart, he has left no stone unturned in achieving his Superdreams by receiving 2 PPI offers unlike any one else! This everyone’s go-to-man can aptly be summed up by the statement- “If you like him, then raise your hand. If you don’t, then raise your standard “.
Abhinav Prusty When it comes to posing for photos there’s no match to those unique and retarded expressions this guy comes up with. Abpsy, Prusty or Johnny as he is commonly known, is a crazy, lively, cartoonish and energetic personality in one explosive combo. His post drinking activities include amplifying the above characteristics. Looking for entertainment? Look no further. He is the total package and is the attraction of night outs with his makeup skills and horror stories. Whenever you feel stressed out, just go to him, you will get a long philosophical speech and lots of life lessons. Always clad in a towel in the hostel, even during freezing winters, he haunts the corridors like a ghost. Perpetually sleepy, you literally have to push him out of bed to attend classes or labs. His preparation for any exam includes sleeping till 3am. There is no matching him in Clash of Clans, and he has a penchant of completing a 3 hour movie in just 15 minutes. His carefree attitude towards academics coupled with a good CGPA demonstrate his competence. One needs time to know him, but once your frequency matches with him, he will be the closest confidant you can ever have. His favourite places are his own room, PMC, between two tankers near KMS hall.
Abhishek Panigrahi With a crooked smile and a heart of gold, Panigrahi is a delectable cocktail of seeming contradictions. He’s one of the most versatile guys of our batch. Brutally honest, yet affable and sociable, his company is highly valued for his keen insights on various topics as much as his sense of humour. Widely known for his talent in automobiles, he has an extensive knowledge in almost every field ranging from finance, business to fashion and wildlife. This Potterhead is a voracious reader and is usually spotted with a novel in classes. Quick witted and humorous, sarcasm is his second language and his snappy replies could silence anyone. A fierce debater, he allows no weak argument to go unchallenged. Perhaps that’s the reason for his long list of female friends! Armed with eloquent speaking skills and convincing prowess, he can wriggle out of any tough situation. Industrious and jugaadu, he has a natural ability to improvise. A survival junkie(he carries a swiss knife) with eccentric tastes in all things classy, he buys everything branded and is an encyclopedia on food and alcohol. One of the rare guys who is passionate about cooking, this budding chef can whip out some really mean dishes. This hyperactive creature can be found building FSAE racecars in workshop, playing tennis or lounging at backpost. “Sab moh-maya hai” is his mantra for any situation.
Akansha Priyadarshini Serenity, perseverance, optimism and sincerity - these are the traits that define ‘Aku’, ‘Aka’ or ‘Adarsh Bahu’ as she is popularly known. This charming, doe-eyed beauty is known for her shyness and intelligence. Yet her simplicity should not be misunderstood. The girl is capable of taking difficult decisions when required. Her favourite topic of discussion involves deep philosophies of life and beyond. She even has a collection of religious and inspirational books. The acquired knowledge is thus spent on motivating her friends. A great believer in God, her room has incense sticks casting a spiritual aura. An advocate of hard work and sheer dedication, she has been managing a successful startup along with her academics. Majority of students in our branch have passed their exams by studying from her brilliant notes and would dedicate their B.Tech degree to her. This lady has undergone a drastic transformation from a shy, timid girl in her first year to a confident, bold girl in her last year. With an appetite less than that of a squirrel, she’s a fast food freak and loves anything that is dipped in schezwan sauce. We have no doubts that this girl will see her dreams taking flight in the form of her start- up ‘Phoenix Robotics’.
Akash Singhal Akash Singhal is the chubby Marwari from the steel city itself. His bike has ferried almost everyone from the department building to their hostel rooms. He a laid back and easy going guy who’s never bothered with any problems, however big or small they are. He always sports a smile on his face and is easily approachable. His typical day starts at 6pm and ends at 6am. Though he resides in Rourkela, the attraction of having fun with friends has made him a hostel boarder like everyone else. Singhal believes in the philosophy of simple living and high thinking.
K Aravind Kumar Aka ‘Arvi’, ‘konda’, hailing from West Godavari, is fully loaded with sarcasm in any general conversation. He has undergone a Four-year trnasform from a naive, innocent kid in first year to XXX senior by final year! He is a die-hard fan of cricket and Jr NTR and always keeps his beard style updated with that of his idol’s. One of the coolest guys in EI, he starts preparation just before 3 to 4 hours before any exam. He is versatile, inquisitive, fun loving and wants to experience everything out there, so his company is never boring. He is extremely independent and can’t be pinned down by any rules. He is a master in analyzing things and dealing with financial matters to earn earn money online without a single penny in his hand. His conversation is always interesting and not just mindless babble. He values friendship very much and keeps his friends entertained with his antics. He probably has a masters degree in communication. And by communication we mean chatting with girls of any batch. Quite talented in flirting, this tall dark and handsome telugu guy hopes to marry his dream girl that he always talks about.
Asit Sahoo Closely resembling Uday Chopra, this guy is called ‘Udaya’, ‘UC’, ‘Chusa’ of EI department and no one actually uses his real name. He is that guy who changed his branch from CSE to EI in first year. He is the show stopper of the class in the sense that he is always the last one to enter the class and usually gets scolded by the teacher.There isn’t a single course in the 4 years of engineering in which he hasn’t slept in the class. His unique Hindi-Odia mix accent gives an impression of a GMAT, but he is a mixture of a little bit intellect and lots of nonsense. Being a localite of Rourkela, he’s still confused about the roads and gets his group lost frequently (ask him about his expert navigation skills during the Pitamahal dam trip). He is an expert in spamming on social media and has a weird swag-pose in every picture. You can find him in the insti swimming pool doing backflips and other acrobatic stunts; God knows who he’s trying to impress! Asit is the soft spoken, humble and sincere friend you can always count upon..
Ayush Kumar Ayush Kumar believes in simple living and high thinking. This soft spoken, forever beardedguy is one of the most knowledgeable persons when it comes to business and finance. Often tagged as the local ‘wikipedia’ among his friends, he is your go to guy when you have doubts related to money and finance. He is one person with whom you can talk for hours about TV series and movies. Apart from being grumpy movie critic, hardcore GoT fan and a vegetarian, he is a very sweet and soft spoken person. Actually his voice is like that of a little kid chirping for ice cream. He has reached the heights of laziness by calling his friends over phone to come to his room even though that friend lives two rooms apart! He is very honest with a very straightforward attitude and always provides constructive criticism to his friends.
Brajen Malakar Legend has it that this guy has actually spoken a few words in NITR! Brajen Malakar is the silent guy from Assam who has taught himself to play Guitar just by watching YouTube videos.He is shy by nature and talks with only a few. Though he sheds all his inhibitions when he is among his small circle of friends. This guy could save you from grade backs and troublesome lab teachers with his amazing proxy and record writing skills. No matter how irritable you are, you can never be annoyed at this decent, humble colleague. A very helpful friend who can always be counted upon to give you support, he never says no to anything you ask him for. He is one of those rare people who has maintained a bicycle since the first year and has continued to do so. During exam preparations, his notes often exceed the amount taught by the prof. His room is like a ‘Man Cave’ that is decked with designer carpets, curtains, speakers and other luxuries; and that is where he spends most of the time sleeping or watching TV series.His epic quote is “Whenever I feel the need to exercise, I lie down until it goes away.”
Chandraprakash Sahoo Chandraprakash Sahoo, also known as ‘CPC’, ‘Chandra’, ‘CP’ (not to be confused with the restaurant). There was a rumour that he’s been placed in Voltas with a super dream package even before the start of placement season! This simple guy is an introvert by nature but can be quite a badass among his close group friends. He is an ardent music lover and can be found serenading in his melodious voice. CPC is also a wonderful painter. He is a purely devotional and spiritual soul and loves to maintain a routine in his life.He is a very calm and composed guy who can advise you on every aspect of life. As a part time palmist, he canhelp you if you’re anxious about the future. His gentle and humble nature makes him liked by everyone.
Chinmay Kumar Lenka Chinmay Kumar Lenka is a name you may have rarely heard of. But ‘CKL’, ‘Chinu’, ‘CR Lenka’ is a name that is known to everyone(especially the ladies!). Tagged as ‘Sherlock’,the probability of fooling him is zero. He is an honest human being with a tender heart. Very emotionally attached to his friends, he has a heart of gold. If you want to party, go on an outing, or simply have some fun, he’s always up for it. This selfie freak has made memories with every one of us and also has pictures of each of them to cherish. Dancing comes naturally to him and he can woo many ladies with his amazing dance moves. The khela or game he plays is at a whole another level. And we’re not talking about him being an amazing Counter Strike player here! When he is not busy flirting, he can be seen shooting off enemies with his clan in CS. His tiny, girly little feet makes it impossible for him to wear slippers. Being an awesome listener, this guy is very caring and trustworthy upon whom you can count through any situation. His relaxed and chilled out attitude is what makes him an efficient procrastinator; always doing things at the last moment, be it project or studies. His famous quote is “Chodna! Kal karenge.”
Chittaranjan Baliarsingh Chitta, as we like to call him, is the lone 9 pointer from our EI batch and a regular attendee at the foundation day awards. Being a perfectionist, he is very organized, detail-oriented and poised in all his works as well as in his life. Definitely the most serious student during classes and labs, you’d be lucky to have him as your lab mate; but if you dare call him a GMAT, he would flip out. Multitasker that he is, he can complete his work, help you in your job and spend time with his ‘chosen one’ - all in sync. His laptop is connected 24x7 to Skype for important calls (pun intended). His short temper is something to watch out for, as he can show you a glimpse of hell on earth! He is mostly a private person having a small friend circle which he values a lot and is committed as well as faithful to them but is outgoing and approachable. Obsessed with selfies, this guy is always up for crazy adventures and rarely says no to late night walks with friends. Here’s wishing this topper more academic success in the years to come.
Deepak Patel YANNAA, Patela, Puchki are the nicknames for this guy popularly known by his surname “PATEL” and has a tendency to have crush mostly on other PATELs, be it junior or senior. Also tagged as the Laughing Buddha of the group. No matter what you say, how bad the PJ might be, he would be laughing like crazy. He owns a CD-Deluxe bike which is under “NATIONAL SECURITY” for the past 1 year and it would continue to do so until the world ends.He is as lazy as the word lazy gets; a person who would eat rice without dal if the dal is not nearby. Laziness and carelessness both go hand in hand to describe this guy’s attitude. His favorite pastime is sleeping.He performs Departmental Labs like eating snacks, which is exactly what he does during the lab hours in Rengcol. His preparation for exams start at 10pm the previous night, followed by a ‘nap’ from 10:30 pm to 6 am. That’s his level of nonchalance. This pure veg guy worships sleep like no one else. Curious as a cat, he’d constantly open up the electrical gadgets and carry out his (god knows what) experiments. Above all, he’s a great friend. He is that guy whom you can count upon while eloping with a girl (as per his past experiences)..
Deepanker Choubey Deepanker Choubey (aka Choubey Ji, DC, Despo King) is one of the most resourceful and carefree guy in the entire batch. This jugaadu can get any work done in minutes. This ultimate party animal can be seen zooming through the roads of NITR on his red Pulsar bike. If you want to know know how to keep a bike in the institute, to find out a loophole in the institute rules, to cherish Lord Shiva or Bob Marley, he is your guy. Anytime, anywhere you need someone, he is there for you. Studies/grades are low on his priority list which is quite evident from his active role in many positions- from being the Mess Secretary in the 1st year to ISM Convener in 3rd year. His epic quotes include “Samajhna Padega kisiko” and “karte hai koi jugaad”. A true friend who will always be there for you, he lives in the moment. Above all, he is very dependable. This guy loves his bike more than anything else in the world; and if he If he lets you ride on it, then you surely mean something to him.
G Vamsi krishna G. Vamsi Krishna is the GOD of robotics and automation. Probably one of the brightest minds in our country in this field. For someone who did not know the ABC of coding, the expertise that he has achieved in all fields of robotics and automation, speaks volumes about his dedication, hardwork and zeal to learn. If there is one thing that can surpass the length of his name, that is his list of projects. Having set-up the Satellite Lab in EC department as his permanent residence, with rare guest appearance at his hostel room. A big time tv series and movie buff, this hard core Marvel comics fan idolizes Tony Stark. Always seen in the same old casual dress, the one time he came dressed in “tucked-in shirt”, he was seen clearing doubts of a particular 1st year girl for a long time (wink). You can picturize him saying the lines from Rang de Basanti- “Ab electronics hi meri dulhan hai!” A really practical guy, he functions on logic and rationale and always complains of being unable to wrap his head around the whims and idiosyncrasies of people in general and girls in particular. But behind the stoic, seemingly impenetrable exterior is a dedicated, trustworthy friend whose friendship is to be treasured forever.
Irshad Ahmed There are just two words that can be used to describe this guy- ‘chill maar’. Irshad Ahmed is that chilled out guy who is unaffected by any events happening around him. His mantra is to enjoy and go with the flow. Hailing from the hilly regions of Ladakh, he is as very talented footballer and is rarely seen in classes or labs. Most of his resources are used in arranging proxies for classes. Friends say that he didn’t choose the high life, the high life chose him (quite literally). One unknown fact about this guy is that he had actually joined Voice club in his first year. The only lesson he got out of that was to go full organic and include ‘herbs’ in his diet!
Jyotsna Katiyar Jyotsna Katiyar (aka Jo, JK, JoJo) is the tall, demure girl from UP with a mysterious smile on her face. She is a reserved and calm person who usually keeps to herself, doesn’t interact much with everyone but only with a few good friends. But once this girl starts talking, there is no stopping her and she goes on and on with her chatter.You got to listen to her whole story even if you fall asleep in the process. The jokes that she cracks up with her UP wala accent will make you laugh so much that your cheeks would hurt. Forever punctual, she has a record of reaching classes and labs in time. She excels at drawing mesmerizing mehendi designs, frequently taking charge of mehendi drawing for the girls of the entire batch.As a person she is very cute and lovable, always helpful, caring & supportive to her friends. She is very much diet conscious. Mirrors attract her just like magnet attracts metal. This girl is very concerned about her looks and diet. So concerned that she would delete all her bad pics from your phone if you ever get a chance to click one of her bad pics. “How am I looking?”, “Is it ok?” are the most common questions asked by her.
Kumar Gaurav Nobody in the institute uses his actual name. KG, as he is known, is a humble, kind hearted person. A man with determination and principles, he is a living example of an ‘Adarsh Balak’. A very hard working student who actually studies for the ‘knowledge’ itself and not for the CGPA (he said it). He is very philosophical, suggesting everyone to find his inner talent, learning some skills while one can. One interesting fact about him is that he gets more beating and GPL than the birthday boy himself in any birthday. He actually believes that he's got a very deep knowledge of what life is and stuffs like that. He dances on the same song in his room for the last 4 years. Swimming is his passion. He aspires to become a ‘baba’, not like the usual illiterate ones; but ‘Engineer wale Baba’. As far as his crushes are concerned, he gets swayed by greenery anywhere!
MSS Varma Varma aka ‘Raju Garu’, ‘Pandhi’ is one of the most calm and humble person in our batch. He’s the classy geek who hardly misses any of his classes. Hailing from a small village near Rajahmundry in AP, this guy faces trouble almost every time explaining where he is from but overrides that with his excellent sense of humour. A dependable and witty person loved by all seniors and adored by his juniors. There’s no such topic where you’ve escaped ‘Viva’ Varma’s hail storm of questions. He may carry an innocent and stay miles away from girls here in NIT, but outside, this Prabhas fan has his ways with Bengali girls. From being illiterate in Hindi to becoming a shayar, he certainly has shown a great deal of commitment. When not bothered with academics, he is one of the coolest guys to hang out with. During stressful exam nights he always opts for his so called ‘power naps’ and his stress busting videos. A big foodie and one of the rare persons in NIT who takes breakfast regularly in the mess. He is very much fond of his own bicycle and other’s toothpaste. Highly superstitious and spiritual person, who still has hold of his orthodox values. Being tensed and scared of the future, he finally got his dream job and nothing expect immense success is wished in his future endeavours..
Muktiranjan Harichandan There are two ways to achieve anything - go hard or go smart. Mukti Ranjan Harichandan aka (Mendax, Hadi, hari) believes in the latter. This lazy ass with an amazingly high IQ has always found smart ways to get his job done. Unfailingly, he would always be the last person to submit the assignment or write the lab record. Facing grade backs in the first month itself is a feat very few could achieve (owing to the fact that he never sleeps at night). Active on DC++ with the nick mend@x, he has a vast collection of rock albums, blues and trippy music. Talk about Hollywood movies and he can discuss with you for hours. One of the most intelligent guys of the batch, he’s as intelligent as he’s lazy is. It has always been one night studies for him to manage decent grades. His motto is “ Go Green, Go Herbal ” (pun intended) with his idols being Bob Marley and the likes. He can give you a serious trippy session with his out of box ideas about universe and life after he is high. Trustworthy, kind and an honourable friend, you can be assured he’s got your back no matter how deep you’re screwed.
P Divya Rani Divya Rani (aka diva, Divy) is a brilliant anchor and a phenomenon on stage. One of the most dynamic and efficient multitasker of Electronics department, she is the ultimate lab mate one could ask for. All your lab work would be taken care of when she takes charge. Her innate curiosity and openness to new experiences make her quite a treat to be around. She is a gifted organizer, and with her idealism and naturally caring nature, is very suitable for leadership positions – she served as the General Secretary for CVR Hall of Residence, a responsibility she discharged with proficiency and élan. Ever trusting, she considers her friends to be one of her own, though she might appear reserved at first interaction. She is known for her rapid speech which might intimidate few people, and her unassuming demeanour hides an independent persona with a sharp wit. She is often detached from the real world and is lost in her own. Her brother is her idol, and she prioritises her family over everything else. Her patience and restraint make her indispensable in times of crises. Divya believes in the quote “A journey of thousand miles start with a single step.” Mobile phones have a nasty relationship with her - she has broken countless smartphones and a can be seen holding a brick phone as a replacement.
Paresh Sethi Paresh (aka Johnsons Baby, Paro) is the little kid with an innocent look on his face. On multiple occasions, he has been asked to show his identity cards on suspicion of him being a first-year guy. But this toddler can pack quite a punch as he happens to be a Karate champion. His loud, maniacal laughter at even the silliest of things can be identified from miles away. There would always be a Colgate smile plastered on his face even when there’s a serious situation with teachers glaring at him. He is the burning example of success in long-distance, long-time relationships. Also with his love lessons, he magically turns out to be a Genie for hopeless stags out here in the campus. You could confuse him for a skinny version of Govinda with his unkempt hairstyle. There is no matching him in watching movies and TV series as he can go on for 14 hours at a stretch. Having lived all over India because of his father’s job, this semi-Bihari, semi-Odia guy has a multi-faceted personality. His daily routine involves brushing thrice, bathing twice, worshipping, playing cards and practicing karate.
Pratik Kar There is always that one guy whose real name is never known. Baba (aka floater, babadri) is that guy. He has transformed himself the most in the four years at NITR.Shedding from a chubby fatso to a skeleton in a span of few months, his drastic slimming was a source of inspiration for the girls of the institute. His academic transformation is even more tremendous. Scoring a modest CGPA till 4th semester, something inside of him fired up and he ended up being the department topper in 3rd year with a SGPA of 9.7! One of the rare guys who study with full understanding of the topic, his dream is a plush and comfortable job in a PSU. Floater is a name tagged to him because he believes in everything he hears. Correspondingly, he has a notoriety for exaggerating even the most mundane stuffs and make people believe them. His skills in mimicry are unparalleled and he’s the official jester of department and truly the lifeline and entertainment provider of the class during free hours. His nonchalant and devil may care attitude is evident from his absence fromfests. You can find him lounging in his friends’ room. Football and table tennis are his second and third love respectively (no one has actually seen him and his first love together).
Rajendra Roul There are few people who have a keen interest as well as a deep understanding of the core subjects. RajendraRoul is one of them. Getting placed in LnT was just a natural conclusion. This enigmatic person is a chess addict. You could often find him playing online chess for hours. His hard work has positioned him among the toppers of the class. The doubts asked by him have often stumped the professors. He is obnoxiously forgetful. One might wonder whether he forgets things as per his convenience, but that is not the case. Sleeping as if he were dead, he is a perfect example of the forever sleepy engineer that we all have heard of.
Rajkishore Tudu A few people in this world are born with a golden heart. RajkishoreTudu (aka Tudu Chacha, Thornado, Trudu) is one of them. A guy with many talents, be it painting, sketching, dancing or CS1.6, his laziness is epic. This guy would miss labs just because it’s sunny outside. His famous quote “Disturb kareni… soichi” is well known.Looks can be deceiving and he isthe perfect example. With is stout, muscular build and sporting a French beard, he may look like a tough guy. But inside the tough exterior is a gentle, soft spoken, die-hard romantic person with a childlike innocence. One may need amplifiers to listen to his low voice. Famous all over the campus as a star Counter Strike player, his beautiful sketches are a feast to the eyes and attract quite a clientele. A witty, fun loving and jovial person who always sees the positive side of any situation. He is the wingman you want to have and he doubles up as a part time relationship counsellor. Usually reserved and shy, this guy has got some great moves as a dancer. There are few people on whom you can rely completely. Well, he is one of them..
Rituparna Adorable, affable, alluring and amusing are a few ‘a’ adjectives that come to mind while describing this dazzling diva of EI.Ritu is a potent mixture of beauty and determination.Always emanating an aura of happiness and self-confidence around her, this cute, bubbly girl is loved and cared by all due to her friendly and generous nature. Stationary shops would shy away after seeing her bag packed with stationaries. She is famous for her loud and hysterical laughter at even the silliest of things and is the female version of ‘Winnie the Pooh’. She seems utterly calm composed but when it comes to mischief she is the first one to come forward. Her first love is food and she can order the best dishes while eating out. A selfproclaimed chocoholic by nature, she is not chubby, just chocolate enriched. Known for her hardwork and perseverance, this girl is a terrific combination of beauty and brains. This ArrowFlash- GothamHIMYM fan is one of the rare girls who watches every TV series. She can be found roaming all over the institute with a special someone. A great companion to hangout with, reliable, trustworthy and a true friend, here is a girl who knows how to work hard and party harder. May her dream of living in a chocolate world be fulfilled!
Satya Ranjan Sahoo Satya Ranjan Sahoo (aka Tauter, SRS, Acceptor and Pikachu) is the Mundi from Cuttack who has made almost every event of our branch – be it picnics, parties or outings - possible with his managerial skills. Famous among his juniors as ‘Tech Dad’, he is the infamous GPL secretary with his presence inevery birthday celebration. His furious kicks and slipper slaps are legendary and make the birthday boys wish they were never born. He is a fun loving person who’s always with a gang laughing, shouting, teasing and living his life to the fullest. Though he is a bit short tempered and impulsive (almost everyone has seen his violent outbursts!), he values his friends more than his life and would do anything for them. When it comes to interactions with the fairer sex, he is an extremely shy guy and usually has this line to say “abe ta sahita setting kara be, taku pateibi”. His notoriety as a class prankster is unbeatable. Over the past 4 years he has made numerous teachers leave the class due to his mischief, especially in first year. He is the magnet which holds everyone in the department together. His social venture ‘Bless n Bliss’ is doing some real goo in the lives of unprivileged children.
Shital Nagsen Meshram Shital (aka Chheetal, Patli, Simran, Shitu, Shakuntala), contrary to what her name suggests is like a bright summer day.A fun-loving, highly energetic and cheerful little creature that she is, she can fill the atmosphere with merriness. It is a common practice among her friends to lead her into thinking that the party starts an hour before it actually does, in the hope that she will make it on time! This explosion in a little package can never stay still even for a minute and is a total chatter box. She loves dressing up for any and every occasion. Come fest time, this hyperactive toddler has to have matching earrings, heels and clutches to go with each of her huge collection of clothes. Her ‘A-Z’ list is well known among her close friends with a new alphabet making it to the list every other day. She holds her friends in high regard and trusts them with her soul. She can party hard and study hard (when she feels like it) as well. Outgoing, upright, bold and audacious is what she is. She isn’t scared to go against the norms and comes out with flying colours.
Simarpreet Singh Arora Simarpreet Singh Arora (aka Sardaar, Paaji, Simar) is that softcore Sardaar from Kolkata with Punjabi and Bengali heritage. His monstrous laugh with a wide, toothy ‘Hahhahaha’ can make even the toughest of teachers lose their temper on him. Being a pretty recognizable person, he fails miserably at getting proxies; but his jovial attitude keeps him in good books of Profs. You can always expect him to be late to classes and have gradebacks in all subjects. His sleeping pattern is weirdest with no sense of day or night and he can often be found in his room playing online chess or participating in various coding competitions. Undoubtedly the best coder from our batch, he has a record of getting two super dream placements- a PPO from Freecharge and an offer from Goldman Sachs. A black hole can be found in his room where everything gets lost. His carelessness has made him lose maximum number of keys and other people’s possessions. After that he would come up with “main teracheez hara diya...hahaha” (I lost your stuff… hahaha). Give him anything and expect never to get it back! Having a hair length longer than an average girl, he has often been confused for a girl in hostel.This fun loving guy is always cheerful, energetic and easygoing but can be quite manipulative at times.
Sumit Kumar Gupta His friends usually call him "kuch bhi" aur "akru" – for him becoming stubborn at times. Hardworking, dedicated and humble are his traits. Hailing from Champaran in Bihar, this guy has dedicated himself to the welfare of people through Aasra - the social service club of NITR and has contributed a lot for the betterment of sector 21. As a doting senior, he is like a brother to all his juniors (especially the girls). His unconventional fashion sense, if not quirky, is somewhat original. He is a very hard-working guy. He can dance to any song with his innovative steps (read Bhangra) which would put any good dancer to shame! He has a knack for clicking pics with his shades on. He has proclaimed that his PJs are not poor jokes but actually Powerful Jokes! This thin, lanky guy never seems to put on any weight no matter how much he eats. This fun-loving guy is spontaneous and can have fun anywhere despite the circumstances. We wish him all the best for his future.
Sumit Kumar Muduli ‘Module’ or ‘Mudu’ as he is popularly known is the father/brother figure of EI because of his holy, religious demeanor(he prays, lights agarbattis daily). Swag and style comes naturally to him. A man known for his code of conduct and honour, this classy gentleman has donned the formal wear effortlessly throughout his life. Every product used by him is from SONY. He’s very mature than his generation and can give you advice on any topic ranging from love, life and philosophy. Among the ladies of our department, he is a sweetheart (a friendzoned one though!) for being a patient listener. The phrase ‘friend, philosopher and guide’ is perfectly exemplified by this suave person. Mudu is officially tagged as the ‘Johnnie Walker’ of the institute for his lone walks to the remotest of places in the institute (he can be found on top of tanks, near deserted building etc. at night). He has a tremendous interrogation skills and his deep, sophisticated talks create a mysterious air around him. So much that he can easily read people’s mind, but he himself is like a closed book which no one can decipher. Very diplomatic, he’d always make sure that people listen to his explanation no matter how absurd they are. He finds solace in anime during exams. The shayaris and poems penned down by him in his beautiful handwriting are worth reading..
Surabhi Shatarupa This sleeping beauty (quite literally) of our branch is popularly called as ‘Mom’ for her caring and affectionate nature. She’s the friend, philosopher and guide that everyone needs. Come any time when you’re in dire hunger, Suru is the saviour with numerous packets of cookies and salties. The carefree giggle, the hazel eyes, the lenskart glasses, hands waiting to grab anything creative be it nail art or hair styling this trendsetter is like no one else. Tears are her best friends. She is too emotional and often bursts into tears. But she’s the most chilled out girl when it comes to academics and often prepares 2 hours prior to exam. The only girl in institute to use a fountain pen, this free-spirited girl never runs out of creative craftsmanship ideas and life hacks. A passionate activist of the AASRA club, she finds her way straight into the hearts of people she gets associated with. She is a jolly girl who has many friends and lives life to the fullest. She is a perfect combination of innocence draped inside a mature personality. Fun-loving, benevolent, warm-hearted and compassionate are a few traits that describe her. One of the best lab mates any student could ask for, she’s always there to help you in every walk of life and everyone would dearly miss her after graduation.
Vineesh Vijayraghavan The best way to describe this five feet eight inches of brain is that he is a combination of two opposite poles-brilliant yet confused. His friends have coined a nickname for him which I too ‘improper’ to mention here. The point here is he would invent a new superconductor and yet forget what color you get if you mix blue and yellow! And yes, no matter how bad a situation is, one can always find a serene mood on this guy's face-you would have no idea what's going through his head though. Give him a task and he'll either learn every nook and corner of it or screw it up completely right into an abyss like formatting your laptop instead of fixing a driver bug for example. He's an awesome friend and one of the very few 'actual' engineers in the neighborhood. Anyone who knows Vineesh would always have him in a special place in their hearts. Oh yeah, don't forget to turn the extension cord off next time before you sleep or it'll burn up your room again!
Vishal Arvind Rock Off and Rave On - This is Vishal Arvind, popularly known as Bisaaal Saar, Poomba, and Dawood Ibrahim. If you know this expressionless guy (our very own Kristen Stewart) he’ll entertain you with the best of the best electronic music tracks bursting through his heavy Sony XB headphones. Basically, he loves EDM more than he'd love any girl. This is one of the main reasons of him being the keyboardist, drummer and arranger of the music band HeartBeats.There are some people who are born with music in their head, he is one of them. Although he didn't study music much formally but he understands it better than any learned person. Through his journey at NITR, he also discovered a fantastic drummer in himself. No amount of academic pressure can make him study or work hard. His usual study routine includes multiple episodes of a show. His famous line during these situations is “I don’t give a damn.” He's also a workout fan and often disturbs his friends' mornings by waking them up early. But no matter how much he works out, he holds the capacity of doubling the size of his belly in just 3 days. While most people would be crying on their fate for making their lives so miserable, this guy would be chilling out and making electronic music with his shades on!
Akshay Joshi Akshay a.k.a. Mr.Sophisticated, Motwa, Chocolate boy is an ambitious and versatile person. He is the typical 'Sharma ji ka beta' that every self-respecting student is secretly afraid of. He has great love for literature and an insatiable thirst to achieve more. Apart from being a GMAT he is also an exquisite singer and a debater. He was selected in every interview he ever attended proving that he has great convincing skills. He spends most of his free time watching music videos and playing vintage games like Pokémon. Being a coffee addict, one thing he would never say no to is sharing a cup of chai/coffee with his friends often being the guy taking the initiative with 'Chalo Chai pene chalte hain'. He is seldom seen with his guy friends and easily mingles with girls, an ability for which he is teased even by professors. He generally stays diplomatic during arguments but when his close friends disappoint him he takes things seriously. He is also great at public speaking and takes up the responsibility of hosting during hall/club events. He has a gift of critical thinking and motivates anyone who goes to him for advice. He has many love stories starting right from his school age each one taking more dramatic turns than the last but nevertheless coming to the same drastic end. His mannerisms go from ‘Haa bolo’ to ‘haan ji boliye’ in the blink of an eye if he is at home. He is a valuable friend to many.
Anil Kumar Behera Anil a.k.a. Dhaun is the most benevolent and religious person you can meet. He has all the characteristics of a Himalayan sanyasi from carrying rosary in his hand to an air of worldly denunciation. Sluggishness is the word that best describes his ways. He prefers to be alone and is highly devoted to god. However, NIT has transformed him quite a bit. By the time fourth year came around he started his day with Agarbatti session but ended it inevitably with "Chai and Sutta". He has a really coy smile and is rumored to be quite the con man but fortunately never uses this skill on friends. He is spontaneous and can row you out of any bad situation in a jiff. He is a great prude when it comes to avoiding waste and encourages his friends to do the same. He is a hardworking guy with very bad luck in grades. He never stops trying though, even if it costs him several pre-exam and post-exam night outs. He is said to be very accommodating when it comes to crushes, having two to three at a time and giving all of them an equal preference. This accommodating nature also extends to other aspects likes treats as he always says "Bhai, mo bhagara paisa mate deide" whenever someone invites him for one. He is also a great cook when it comes to rice and egg. Though he is seldom seen outside his charming smile always makes the day of his friends.
Jyotirmaya Mohanty Jyotirmaya is one of the most mysterious and Hatke persons you can ever meet. He might be a ninja/ secret government agent becasue even after 5-years of lectures and labs, no one knows when he comes or goes, no one knows what he does in his free time and no one knows who his friends are. You can bet your money that super natural powers are at play here. He appears to be simple and kind but is known to have traveled to at least one foreign country. He remains very much updated with current affairs especially Defence News. You can ask him about the military strength of any country or quiz him about the range and speed of any missile and you will get the right answer in details. He is known to spend a lot of time researching about Defence, History and Archaeology. He loves to socialize but unfortunately sociology is not a subject taught in super hero training school. He neither complains of his shortcomings nor retaliates against his social connections but answers everything with a smile in every situation and puts in more effort to make the problems seem very small before his huge, un-shattered confidence. You know, just like any other friendly neighborhood superhero. Finally, great people are around us but we are too mediocre and inhumane to recognize them, Jyotirmaya Mohanty is one such person.
Milan Kumar Sahu Milan Kumar Sahu a.k.a. Milan Da is the most daring and chilled out person in our branch. He is often honored as Lord Milan by his Sambalpuri friends for introducing them to the world of adult brews. He is a huge video game fan and can easily narrate any scene from any TV-series. He has a great sense of humor even in the face of a crisis. He prefers to follow his interests rather than academics for a large amount of his time. He has mistakenly landed in the ECE department because his true love lies in IT and Software. He may look relaxed and easygoing but you will never find a more romantic and committed person in the world. He has sincerely followed the motto "stay calm and be single" for a long time and promoted it on Facebook by managing a group called "BAJRANG DAL". Ironically he found his lady love on Facebook itself and had to resign to his post as admin for this group. The nicknames given by his friends have soon faded away into oblivion due to names like "chanakya", "babu", "baby", "Sona" given by his significant other. People generally start talking to him in telugu mistaking him for a South-Indian but he never complains about it and instead tries to decode what they are saying. He is good at handling bad situations tactfully. He may give the first impression to most people as a serious person but you will never find a goofier friend.
Nandita Dalmia Nandita a.k.a. Nandy, ND, chunmun is bubbly, lovable and the most adorkable person you can ever meet. She likes to introduce herself as 'Marwadi, born in Kolkata, lives in Rourkela'. She is a rare combination with the intelligence of a fifty-year-old combined with the innocence of a five-year-old. She is a 'glass half empty' person and always prepares for the worst possible outcome. After every exam you can hear her complaining that it was the worst exam of her life but she always ends up getting the top marks. Her favorite hobby is chatting non-stop. This incessant habit keeps her so busy that she has no time for anything else. She is ambitious in her endeavors and does not like to settle for anything but the best. She is one of those people who has every luxury in the world but chooses to be humble and values people more than possessions. She is a picky eater and struggles to complete even a quarter of her meal. She is extremely thin and is teased by both her friends and teachers that a strong wind will knock her off her feet. She is very good at making decisions and sticking to them which would no doubt prove to be a remarkable quality in her future as an entrepreneur. In spite of being a GMAT you can easily find her dressed impeccably and enjoying a party or fest, proving that she has mastered the balance between academics and fun.
Pratyusha Addula Pratyusha a.k.a Praty, Trance, Potti Pratyu. Apart from being a great friend she turns out to be a great classical dancer, a mellifluous telephone singer, an affordable hairstylist, and an awesome artist who loves decorating her room. She is famous for photobombing her own pics with her weird expressions. Just like Phoebe Buffay of Friends, she is famous for being in trance, for her lightning fast replies and witty remarks. She is one of the most carefree persons in ECE, taking least stress for things when everybody else would be smashing their heads on the wall. She is a voracious reader and a diehard fan of Harry Potter. Her day doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ends until she listens the audio books of HP which gradually lulls her to sleep. She overcame her shy nature of first year and emerged as a confident and mature person in her senior years which made her wriggle her way into some of the prestigious clubs of NIT. She is also an ardent follower of TV series and movies, leaving almost no movie or series on DC++ unwatched. Even though she maintains a tight schedule with her club activities, series and books, she takes out time for her friends and stands by them whenever they need her, this makes her even more special. If you want to meet someone with a genuine caring heart brimming with innocence, someone who is unique in her own ways, someone who can give you a memory of a lifetime, you ought to meet Pratyusha..
Rathna Deexith His personality best defines his name which in Sanskrit means ‘provider of knowledge’. He is a born GMAT and a skilled techie who spends most of his time coding or catching up on the latest technologies emerging every day. He is well known for explaining any technical concept in a concise manner. He has the most adorable handwriting and well-kept notes in class. He is generally called 'Mr.Perfect' and ‘GOD’ for his ideals and achievements but never accepts those nicknames because of his humility. He is a Pro Telangana person with deep knowledge of the state's rich heritage. He will never miss reading the newspaper and is interested in pursuing politics to help change the system. He is also a film buff who likes to analyze every movie after watching it. He is the youngest student in our batch and a huge food lover. Owing to his introvert nature, he is mostly a listener during conversations. But before you pin him down as a passive observer you should know that he can win any argument by his unparalleled debating skills and sassy one-liners for which he is called 'the silent killer'. Sports are not his strong suit but he is willing to try everything until he finds the one he is good at and so is his willpower to sing Hindi songs. He has a knack for teasing people and making them smile at the same time. He would be the rarest ‘gem’ in your collection of friends.
Satyajit Sahoo Satyajit a.k.a. Satyajit prabhu is the most devout and sincere person you can meet. He is famous throughout his batch for making every other GMAT in the institute jealous of his whooping 9.78 CGPA after first year. Even in his final year he gives more importance to conceptual learning than blatant memorization and continues to rank among the toppers of his batch. As a passionate believer in Gita he knows that knowledge is a treasure best shared and so utilizes his free time by clearing the doubts of his juniors without ever showing off his superiority. He has a saintly view of the world and a life style that exemplifies his beliefs. His popular quote "Samay se pehle aur bhagya se adhik, na kabhi kisiko kuch mila hai, na mil raha hai, aur na kabhi milega" shows his deep understanding of spirituality. Qualities like punctuality, humility and peace of mind which we struggle to maintain come naturally to him. He served as the overall coordinator of Voice club and is a source of inspiration for many people due to his inspirational seminars about different aspects of Bhagavad-Gita and life. Despite having a trying personal life he maintains a calm, collected mind and works hard to fulfill his responsibilities. He always has a pleasant smile on his face and is much matured in his thoughts and actions. He is respected by his friends for the values he holds everyday which otherwise would have been witnessed only in great stories and fables.
Vikas Ramagiri Vikas a.k.a. vikky, RGV is the most patient and friendly person of the batch. He is passionate about movies and photography and aspires to become a film maker one day. He critically analyzes every movie and comes up with cool ideas which would make it better. He is extremely good at math and is one of the few people who got excellent in all four advanced engineering math courses. He puts this skill to good use by solving questions on Chegg and earning money online. He is also great at sports like cricket and tennis but unfortunately his lawn tennis class are strictly for girls/girl. He is not a fan of confrontation and if he ever gets in an argument he tricks the person by getting all emotional and leaving them guilt ridden for starting the argument in the first place. This technique is famously known as 'emotional atyachar'. He well-equipped with good jokes and comeback lines but ends up having to explain them as most people don't get his sense of humor. He is a little shy on the self-confidence scale owing to his language problems but makes up for it with optimistic attitude. Chicken, Pavan Kalyan and Hashtaging are the three things he loves the most. He cares deeply about his friends and helps them by lending money, giving proxy, looking after them in CWS etc. the list goes on. He is a person who is not afraid to follow his heart and can handle rejection with grace.
Vivek Singh Vivek is the most eccentric and experimental person of the batch. He likes to learn new theories and facts to satisfy his curiosity and never shies away from trying different looks. He might be the most friendzoned person you can find. All his crushes are either committed or have friend-zoned him long ago. He is a great friend though as you can still find him accompanying the girls if they need him. He has great mood swings which range from hyper active to clinically depressed. He is a born artist and tries composing shayries and painting with equal enthusiasm. His true interest lies in poetry though. He never misses a chance to take a picture from the rocky edge of the cliff. You will always find him complaining about his looks as he thinks he does not photograph well. Every time someone calls him a delhiite he will correct them that he is from Noida, but secretly he has all the qualities of a Delhi boy. Losing his mobile and engaging rescue mission to find it is a yearly ritual for him. He is known for trying scary stunts that grab the attention of everyone. He is the apt example for a 'tharki'. His true passion is to become a scientist one day. Forgive and forget is not his motto so you have to think twice before causing him any trouble. He is a lovable friend and great company as long as you promise to keep his secrets.
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Aakar Kapoor Captain Aakar is one of the most humble, laid back, genuine, selfless and soft-spoken people one could ever meet. A firm believer in taking things nice and easy, Mr. Perfectionist magically does what needs to be done without breaking a sweat. Having written content for various fests and magazines, he could aptly be called the ‘Content God’. Lucky are the ones who get to see and learn from Aakar’s managerial skills which include being the back bone of Innovision for three consecutive years and also the environmental secretary of his hall. A math genius, branch topper, articulate orator, fun loving foodie partner, over achieving enthusiast, Aakar is the jack of all trades and nothing less of a campus celebrity. ‘To dance’ is his secret priority on his to-do list. The happy-go-lucky guy is the ultimate picture spammer in whatsapp group driving one section of the group to tears and the other to insanity. Emoji’s are his trademark and lossless telepathy of thoughts his forte. He is extremely non-confrontational. In fact, the last time he fought was probably when he was a sperm. He is childlike, at his heart, whose acquaintance is fortunate to have had and friendship to be cherished. “Managing is too main stream, we just lead” Point taken sir.
Abhishek Nowduru This guy goes by many names- abhi, Nowduru boy, tension house, Nowduru bhai, the ideal son *wink* and bapan. Innocent and shy looking, this guy is very outspoken once he is done being reserved. Notorious for his numerous pranks and pro trolling abilities, he is a person one shouldn’t mess with, for he comes back with revenge in just 1.8ns. He has an awe-inspiring memory for movie dialogues (especially of Pawan Kalyan, considering that he is a fan, no wait, a huge fan of him) and absolutely no remembrance of what he studies in classes. He uses all those dialogues at times so apt in real life that his friends go wild with laughter. A big time series maniac, a software rating virtuoso, a proud vegan, the serial phone loser and the over reacting ding-a-ling, this guy is a chuckle bucket for his pals. He is also a classic dreamer, walking off paths and zoning out being his trade mark habits. A humble, sensitive and kind person, Abhi believes in being happy and making everyone around him happy.
Abhilash Patel Abhilash Patel, the skinny lad of the electronics department is also known as ‘Patel ji’ and ‘Lipun’. This guy is easy going and doesn’t give a damn to his grades. But don’t be fooled into believing that he doesn’t care about his academics. Despite what he does, he always manages to succeed in attaining good grades in all his semesters. This kidult of his gang is unbeatable at sleeping for long hours at a stretch. Challenge him and he would amaze you by how long he can manage to do that. Lipun is a very reserved, shy and quiet person. His fright of talking to girls holds him back many a times. He held a crush on a particular girl in the branch and idolized her for a long while and was courageous enough to move on when the realization dawned upon him. Lipun has a positive attitude about life and sets an example for his friends to follow.
Akshay Kumar A tall lanky boy with an aquiline nose, he cuts a solitary figure in our batch. He has a wide variety of interests, from ancient and modern history, alternative history (Man in the High Castle, A Case of Exploding Mangos being some of his favourites) to Hindi literature and poetry. Hailing from a small town in Bihar, he impresses people with the range of his knowledge and his map-drawing skills. He is widely perceived to be asocial but he is just shy and withdrawn. Akshay is a very hardworking and dedicated person. He is multi-talented, be it organizing a laptop or sketching, this guy is a pro at things he does. He has an innate urge to excel in life and that motivates him to achieve his goals. Akshay is one person who is self righteous and always does what is right rather than what is easy, whatever the situation and outcome be. He has a deep sense of respect towards his parents. He respects people’s privacy, makes intelligent conversations and is a loyal friend very few can be fortunate to have known. This proud Hindi-bhaasi is ever smiling and is always ready to help his friends with his valuable suggestions and thoughtful advices. Imaginative, sincere and smart, he is sure to achieve heights by his perseverance.
Amit Sahoo A killer smile, a happy-go-lucky personality, devotion to work, unending PJs, an aura of happiness and a bindaas attitude; and there is a person associated with all these traits, Amit. The selfless PC of EC & EI is a guy one can become friends with, within a few minutes and can never forget. He goes out of his way to help his friends. Be it the crash courses before exams or his ability to cancel classes or his affectionate and down to earth nature, Amit is a friend one can always count on. He has a gifted sense of PJs thought algorithmically which manage to crack you up anyway. His intelligent bluffs with his profs, his nibbling with his friends are one of the few things that he is famous for. Pick on him and he would respond with “ehehe chateni!” while flashing his confident smile known for helping him get away with literally anything. However busy he gets, amit always finds time for late night chats, quality time with friends, selfies, selfies and selfies (*wink*). He is the person who lives for today and celebrates even tiny victories that follow his “yeh ho gaya toh treat” dialogue. Despite all his achievements, this Cyborg member under estimates his own talent and gets afraid of the outcome.
Anshuman Nanda Anshuman (aka Genius, Nanda babu, Google and psycho) ) is a living encyclopedia cum dictionary. Brutally honest, undiplomatic, unpolished, ever smiling, and lost in his own world, Anshuman carries a level of intellect, that may range from soothing to vitriolic. A deeply motivated person, Anshuman has faced some crude realities of life with a sense of calmness, that is astounding to imagine. His most endearing trait is his innocence. Locked up mostly in the library, or his room, his reading list ranges from Nash Equilibrium to Indian Patriarchy guzzling down books at 500 words per minute. Inspire of clinching eye-popping super dreams and flash CAT numbers, Anshuman, true to his nature, has been humble as even. He is one of those rare people, whose souvenir can only be filled with good. Sometimes termed a chatu, Anshuman relishes good conversations and is known to throw out open invitation to treats for unknown reasons. He once requested his seniors to be ragged (he was made to run around the basketball court) just to ensure that everyone around had fun. Hardworking, eccentric, and surprisingly sensitive at times, Anshuman is like the Meursault from Albert Camus' Outsider. He doesn't blend in with the society. But the fact is, he doesn't care about it either. Armed with the knowledge and humility that he has, we have no doubt this Sheldon Cooper + Alan combo is going places!
Banhi Biswajeeta Banhi is rightfully called the loudspeaker and the drama queen. People friends with her know how energetic, moody, impulsive, outgoing, beautiful, fun loving, lively, superstitious, exciting and adventurous she is. A charming ‘friend magnet’,’ Bonhi’ makes every moment memorable. This big time cleanliness freak holds the record of visiting cws for the most number of times. It is needless to say that she is highly talented, dedicated and passionate. Her urge to be the best makes her stand out from the crowd. Banhi is a big time grammar nazi, a serious foodie, the girl with the twisted figure (ouch!), straightforward and a happy go lucky girl who doesn’t give two sh*ts to the world. Standing true to her name, she could be the fire providing warmth for those who care for her, burning those who mock her, and at the same time eccentric, paranoid and easily stressed, crying over the silliest of things. This crazy Messi fan could beat you in any argument about football.She is the coolest babe in her gang and is unbeatable in dumb charades and antakshari, being a skilled actor and a lovely singer. Banhi, we can go on and on, but nothing describes you better than calling you your Bou’s girl and you have definitely made her proud.
Deepak Kumar Nayak Deepak Kumar Nayak aka dipu,chotu, 121 and nayaka is a short, sweet and an innocent looking guy. Well known for his well built physique and excellent Kabaddi skills, he is the best leg catcher NITR has ever seen. His friends would be greeted with a huge smile whenever they see him. He has an amazingly long list of girlfriends and a crush on every good-looking girl. He pranks on unknown girls on FB and there is no wonder that his favorite movie is ’50 shades of grey’ (Oh yes!). This shy looking guy is sweet, bubbly, energetic and compassionate, who cares a lot for his friends. The only enemy this guy made is the letter ‘r’ for the fear of not being able to say it. He loves experimenting with his hair using a trimmer and that is probably the reason for his almost-bald-short hair. This back-post lover is a big time foodie with an astonishing appetite making you wonder where all the food goes, despite the tiny size of his stomach. He is an ardent fan of sambalpuri songs, a huge devotee of Lord Shiva and a disciple to Babaji. He is probably the only one who plays kabaddi even after getting wasted. In short, 121 is the calm before the storm.
Chaitanya Sai Ganne Chaitanya aka Ganne, Chaitu, Chai-thu, Chee-thu, Jungle, Missile man and Hill boy is one of the most innocent people one can ever meet. Hailing from Ananthapuram, he has his typical accent, looks, coarse voice and Hindi uttarardh praveen which earned him the name ‘Bokaro bhayya’. Friendly, down to earth, calm and gentle manly, he is one of the most loved people in his peer group. Play any number of jokes on him and he would smile his way out politely. Patient, kind, understanding, matured and confident are a few words that describe Ganne. A good manager of the multi ethnic fest, a great drama artist and a commendable organizer of all get-togethers, he gained everyone’s applause. He would glutton down colossal amounts of food in restaurants and would still be loyal to the mess in his visits. Attached to his mother, he shows respect to all his girl-friends and dreams about keeping his life partner happy, making them all jealous. This guy however decent in front of girls, has his share of adult jokes with his gang and some more explicit fun *wink* in his hidden folder (Got you, Bajrangi Bhajan!). Unbeatable in bargaining, dumb charades, singing, the Rourkela-restaurants- know-it-all, the skilled thievery (beware your phone chargers), debating, this guy did everything and is everything. Rock on mate!
Debmalya Mallick This guy goes by many names like Deb, Debu, Malliya, deb-honey and penguin. He was perhaps born with a microprocessor in his hand which is the source of his knowledge and understanding of electronics. A true gmat, you will find a teeka and am-gonna-freak-out-now tension on his face during exams. This 9-pointer intellectual is the only one from his batch to bag both the S.N. Bose and MITACS internships. But Deb is not all-study- and- no- party. He is a person who has his funny side up, always! This guy can come up with jokes wittier than the wittiest and escape with an innocent face. So beware, troll him at your own risk. This couch potato is an all time entertaining bollywood juke box. Challenge him for an Antakshari and you would be swamped with loads of classic Indian songs. Being a localite, he is popular as the ‘bike wala friend’ and the ‘chalta firta railway enquiry’. He is the fascinating shaayar, the lets-go-now traveler, and the bindaas guy you rarely come across. He gives no sh*t to log-kya-kahenge and has his own fun which can sometimes be as goofy as turning a fun party into a boring discussion at a graveyard. With the kryptic-bongness, the OCD, the dependability, shopping nazi-ness and his multi-talents, Deb definitely has it all.
Dillip Pati (Aka dil2, dillip ku maro, pyajo and pati) You see a guy walking with his manly chest protruding and his arms swinging on either side, then you have met Dillip, the Karate black belt and the Mr. Biceps of his department. He has an unforgettable shy faced drunken look on his face, with his red eyes and well built body. Contrary to his looks, the insti rank opener is truly altruistic, friendly, lively, modest and intelligent. Needless to say, this tough cookie is a genius of the back bench and a pure gmat before exams. A man of action, Dillip strives to achieve perfection in everything he does with strong ideologies and philosophies about life. But this guy is not all work and no fun. He is the life of parties, the real dabangg among his friends and the Deenthanath Chauhan of Agneepath. His resemblance to Anil Kapoor earned him the name ‘Bal Kalakar’(oops!). He is highly energetic and enjoys every moment of his life. This action movie buff loves playing CS and is quite famous by his nick. With an endless list of crushes that he never reveals, he could be the mystery no one ever could crack and the friend indeed everyone would treasure, at the same time. Pati is a bundle of joy who doesn’t have a nasty bone in his body.
Harshavardhan Reddy Jerrybanda Harsha aka Vatta, Mugambo and Jerry is a known face to all the people from his region. Hailing from Kurnool, he has the typical rayalaseema accent he prides upon. Never depressed, this guy comes up with comments wittier than the wittiest and cracks up people around him. His weird way of expressing love (biting and beating people) is quite a show, apart from his goofy competitions with his friends like video games and series binge watching. If he loses, he comes back for marathon rematches aided by his nightlong preparation from watching youtube videos. This FIFA legend (though self proclaimed) is a very logical thinker and a good rhymer (apparent from his PJs). Get him drunk and you will get to see his unbelievable English speaking skills which are never seen in his wake. Sentimental and short tempered, he loses friends, but says, “Sometimes a little bloodshed is good”. He is a crazy online shopper and is highly brand conscious which is apparent from his numerous packages he receives from his beloved ecommerce sites. This ‘Real Madrid’ fan has an upbeat philosophy about life and aims to be an IAS officer to change his country and loot as many people (read hearts) as possible. “I can and I will”..
Vamsi Krishna Kusmi Vamsi aka Kusmi, ‘Kiss Me’, ‘Soldier Kid’ and ‘Kilo’ Vamsi is a guy with the strength of a hulk, the dedication of Hercules and an appetite of the Marvel Universe’s ‘Galactus’. Shy at first, he would keep on talking once given the invitation through a mere hello and would become friends with anyone by the end of the first conversation. He is a fabulous artist, proved by his drawing book containing sketches of everything and everyone around him. He absolutely loves both the DC and Marvel Comics movie-verse and can talk about Iron Man, Wolverine and Avengers for hours on end. A happy-go-lucky guy, it is as if nothing can bring him a furrow on his forehead. He is ever-ready to get into pictures along with his friends, but with a beaten expression on his face (oops!). A strong believer in practical knowledge over theoretical, he is the presiding overlord of circuit design in Cyborg. Finding him outside his room without his own (assembled) headphones is as good a rarity as finding him in his room instead of in the Satellite lab. Moreover with a heart of gold, he is one guy who will always put his loved ones first before all his interests.
Murali Krishna Madhunala This guy goes by many names, probably more names than a person with the most number of names and they include Pottoda, Chitti, Hobbit, Middle boy and Man in red and black . He has a way with girls and beautiful girls fall in line with him naturally. Going bonkers with his cartoonish smile every time he sees a good looking girl, he has never withheld a comment resulting in her friends (bf, to be more precise) coming over and giving him a vocal rendition, earning him a long standing notoriety among his friends. One can surely say that he truly lives up to his name, for his non-existent (otherwise excellent) ability to say ‘no’ to any girl and his popularity among the ladies of the institute. This unassuming broad minded Hollywood movie buff is a pro at making adult jokes and at the same time doesn’t mind getting trolled (T & C apply). He is a true Hyderabadi with insatiable appetite and a unique style of cooking (which is very visually pleasing and absolutely not appetizing). He is an independent person and makes decisions on his own, boldly. His coding, web designing and photo editing skills are worth noting. Easy going, energetic, upbeat, opinionated and funny, this guy is an awesome friend and a wonderful company.
Nikhil Kumar There are people who call a spade a spade; Nikhil calls it a bloody shovel. Fondly called as Don by his friends, he is a man of less, but valuable words. Candid to the extent of being misunderstood as rude he is a very pragmatic and responsible person, who never thinks less of anyone. He is a person you can understand only when he becomes close to you and trust us, he is a friend who would never leave you when you are down. A government job aspirant, his dedication is known by his friends who ever entered his rum full of competition books. Perhaps he is the only person here who wakes up early ever day no matter it being a Monday or a Sunday. He stands up for what he feels is right and doesn’t under estimate himself ever. The only thing that Nikhil ever complains is, “chalo bahar khaane chalte hain, aaj mess ka khaana bahut bekaar hai”.
Himanshu Sekhar Behera Himanshu aka Himo, hemu, peta, peta pervez, himoleena, potta, inzy and hippo is the cute chocolate bear of the department. A quintessential Berhampuria, an enthusiastic sportsman, a helpful and loyal friend, this guy is all things to all people. People, who are lucky to have known him, know that he is a vivacious guy though he is presumed to be shy by many. The ‘Nana Patekar’ of his gang, he is always found yelling “nayaka nayaka” with his alter ego. Don’t you dare insult tulsi kumar’s songs unless you wish to unleash the aggressive and short tempered peta. A diehard fan of CSK and Dhoni, Himo is generally found watching cricket on youtube during free hours. This inzy batsman of the dept. team is very loyal and a big time jugaad for his friends. Loved by all, he had whopping successes in sac and hall elections. He is a back-post lover and a puri-upma fan, making him the perfect foodie companion. The ex- cultural secretary didn’t let go of a single opportunity to woo the secretaries of LH. Cute, lively, dimple faced and a stellar comedian with an emotional core, potta is a treat to be around with.
Khushboo Agrawal To fill Saint Teresa’s shoes, The Almighty sent a girl named Khushboo Agrawal, who is synonymous to ‘selflessness’. She is a tough and independent girl, who would leave no stone unturned to help her friends in times of need. Her slapstick humor and intimidating vocal chords can take down an entire missile. Perseverant and prudent, she believes in ‘Sedhi baat, no backwas’. This Marwari thrives on vegetarian food and is cognizant of every gali-nukkad comprising of myriad of food stalls. (This thing is also evident physically *wink*). She definitely, definitely hates getting involved photo-shoots and remains aloof when it comes to ‘girly’ stuff. “Dimaag ka dahi mat kar!” and “Bheja mat kha!” are her favorite punch-lines. Unlike most Marwaris, she is a spend-thrift specimen and loves to treat her friends anywhere and everywhere. But hey, horror movies and dark places do take a toll on her! The first encounter with her can be very rude or even scary, but hanging out with her can relieve your worries and anxieties instantly. She is that type of a person who would be ever-ready to teach the night before the examination and wipe your tears off by hiding hers under a guised visage of happiness. This teddy’s (self proclaimed *sigh*) creativity and jugaadu organizational skills are extremely popular in the institute. In a nutshell, if you have problems with KHUSHBOO KOOL then you seriously lost your mind.
Pradip Kunwar (Aka chicken,chotu, musa, kunwar and kalu) Guitarist at heart beats, co founder of hostelcart, the gmat during exams and the fun loving friend, this guy has ‘been there, done that’ for everything possible in college. Known for his innovative ideas, perseverance, dedication and transparency in work, he is NITR’s very own Steve Jobs. Pradip knows and understands enjoying freedom, without letting go of his responsibilities. He is one of those rare people who want to experience each and every color of life and enjoy each moment to the fullest. He is the funniest prankster and at the same time, a philosopher with deep thoughts. Humble, optimistic and a loyal friend that he is, he leaves no stone unturned to stand by his friends. He never sees anyone below him and appreciates everyone for their hard work and always sees the good in people, however difficult times maybe. But don’t mistake him to be your average good guy. This guy's pranks range from anything to anything including things like making you eat surf in disguise of Amul and escaping everything with one cute smile *wink*. For his kind attitude, he is a friend loved by seniors, juniors and batchmates alike..
Narendra Dehury There exists a rare species of human beings that loves electronics. In fact this species understands it. Narendra aka Naga or Nari or nagendra belongs to that species. A prominent figure in his branch for being the CR, he is helpful, funny, forgiving and supportive. Walk into his room and you will find his innovative electronic art of LEDs flashing everywhere, the result of the hard work he puts in for robotics. He is an expert embedded programmer and a very talented person, apparent from his becoming the COO of a promising start up. Adventurous, with a clear motive in life, he is the perfect balance of this combination. Unlike most people, narendra is an early-to-bed-and-early-to-rise person and never misses classes. He does yoga and plays TT everyday to keep himself fit (who knows who this is all for *wink*). A pro stalker in fb and other social media sites, nari comes off as a shocker. Needless to say, this chess lover is intelligent, confident and is bound to go places in his life.
Naveen Kumar Bora Naveen aka Bora, Naveen-cool, bakkodu and samosa bora is the perfect example to say that appearances are deceptive. A lean and underweight figure, he could surprise anyone with his strength and unbelievable stamina. Hailing from Srikakulam, he has the trademark accent of his native place. He has amazingly deep understanding and knowledge of his core subjects making him the stitch in time for his friends before exams. His room is filled with electronic gadgets and this geek is an expert at performing surgeries on them, bringing them back to life. He is a good sketch artist and a calligrapher which made sure that he was the most sought after junior by his seniors.He is a great imitator of many tollywood heroes and is an unflinching fan of PK who can make complete arguments with his dialogues alone. He loves watching anime and watched all the 750 episodes of One piece and Naruto twice. Yes, twice. Bora is an excellent swimmer and a great asphalt player who never got a gpl for his skinny body. His never deterring respect for his crush has earned him deep respect from his friends. Altruistic, understanding, loyal and caring, Bora is a friend who would be treasured for life.
Kiranmayi Bhamidimarri S. Imagine a fortress, with beautiful carvings of elephants and lions symbolizing strength, on its thick and strong walls. However, if granted entry, all you see is a garden, where little kittens are running around, playing joyfully. Such is the personality of Kiranmayi. To the outside world, she is reserved, serious, bold and ambitious- one who is passionate about her work, be it small or big, someone with an excellent grasp on the English language, in the spoken as well as the written form, complementing her great debating skills. However, once the gates are opened, you see a little innocent girl who doesn’t understand ‘non vegetarian’ jokes, a poetess who writes with imageries far too deep for an average engineer to comprehend, a clean freak who cannot bear a speckle of dirt in her room, and a kind- hearted soul who reaches out as a helping hand for others too often for her own good. You know you have angered her when you hear her say ‘Chuck it’. Stay away for a while and bide your time. Keep a safe distance from this girl if you are a close friend, as her playful punching and strangling may not be ‘playful’ or ‘sweet’ for the bearer.
Dibya Prakash Samal Dibya aka Dabua, Pawanputra and Samal jr., is the most bindaas guy one can ever meet in not just nit Rourkela, but also in their life. This guy creates his own rules and lives life according to his ideals. This future con artist has his way with words and can trick anyone into believing him and he uses this talent fully in getting medical leaves from the institute dispensary. Fortunate are the ones who see him in class, for he prefers getting a leave and bunking classes to enduring lectures. This guy has the academic rule book at the tip of his tongue and is brilliant at finding loopholes in it to abstain from lectures. However lazy people might judge him to be, Dibya is very passionate about things he loves. He is the one guy who doesn’t even know where the box is, when you ask him for ideas, which makes him the start-up stud among his friends. The only things he sacrifices his sleep for are cricket and movies. His super-long movie bucket-list leaves out no movie from any language or time or the IMDB rating. A caring person to his friends, the star of all parties, Dibya is one person whom everyone should have in their life.
Pratikshya Panigrahi If you have heard a sweet shrill voice calling out your name it is Pratikshya, in her always cheerful disposition. Pratikshya aka Somy or PP is a prominent figure in the institute who needs no introduction. She finds happiness in even the smallest of things and captivates everyone around her with her charm. The only person from her branch to bag a core job, this lady is very hardworking, determined and highly ambitious. A gmat in the classroom and Ms. Party pants out there, she has it all. Being the graceful dancer she is, she leaves her audience spellbound, be it an on-stage performance or her off stage pagalpanti. Calling her beautiful or gorgeous is an understatement, for this girl can give anybody a run for their money. Undoubtedly, she is the hottest chic of the batch (though self proclaimed) with a huge fan following. She is adorable in all her weirdness, of wanting to set you up with every girl she knows and wanting you all for herself, at the same time. Be it her dirty mind or her fights over crushes, this girl never fails to amaze everyone. In all her wonderful self, she is a shy, innocent and self conscious girl who is unaware of her own light.
Dharmashish Sahoo Dharmasish is one person who gets bro-zoned by girls with absolutely no effort from his side, kyunki naam mein Dharu, ‘BHAI’ rakha hai. He is a guy who can become friends with you in a few minutes with his humility, simplicity, serenity and an infectious smile. DB is the friend who comes to his buddies’ rescue, through his hour-long lectures before the exams. DB is however, an introvert by nature and likes to keep that mystery around him alive. He is our undisputed problem solver and saves us from perils all the time. His cunning behavior, childish acts and impulsive gossip is an atom bomb to all depressions and sorrow. He is a great artist who can unleash his creativity given a small paper and a pen. Despite being so accomplished this guy does not have a tinge of false pride in him. Dharu is the best batsman we have ever seen and a very talented student. Be it his programming prowess landing him a job at SAP or his multiple pranks on his friends or the false rumors he spreads for fun, Dharu is a friend to be treasured..
Sujit Patra Sujit Patra aka Patra and Tenali Raman is a vehement hard worker and a dedicated student. A true gmat, this guy leaves no stone unturned to achieve what he wants. He puts his 100 percent into whatever he does and stands to be the most deserving gate aspirant till date. He is that guy who amazes people with his knowledge of electronics and the understanding of subjects being taught in class; his unquenchable thirst and rigorous effort to achieve success are quite inspirational. He has a lot to learn from and be inspired by, for all his friends and acquaintances. He has a hidden talent of singing that only his close friends know about and is also a good dancer. He is an example to be followed when it comes to hard work. An easy-going person with a kind heart and helping nature is what that makes him adorable.
Ratnakar Vijay Mangalam Ratnakar aka ratna, mangalam and haddi (considering that that is the only thing in his body) is the undisputed underweight proxy king of his branch. This unbuttoned shirt guy is the most impulsive and proactive person of his department. The weird combination of his birth place and name is very fascinating and could fool anyone. Ratna has his own kind of charm around him. Always smiling and funny, this guy can put a smile on your face however depressed you are. The ultimate jugaad that can make anything out of anything, this guy is highly resourceful. He is a talented stalker and a pro flirt. He is the genius who can sleep in any bench in the class room. A great lover of computer video games, he watches videos of his favorite game, DOTA. He is very knowledgeable about electronics and goes out of his way to help his friends during labs. He is selfless and is one of those few friends who you can turn to when your chips are down. He is a great person to spend time with.
Proneet Nibedit Proneet is a silent guy with a face that speaks a million words. Orthodox and immature at times, he changes any situation, however serious be it, to a laughing factory with his obtuse arguments and mind blowing one liners. The least intimidating senior to his juniors, a reliable buddy to his friends and a person with a pure heart, he is someone his pals can always fall back on. Be it jobs or women, our ‘Hero’ will try to catch ‘em all. He was quite successful in the former case, but well, not so lucky in the latter. He memorized the entire holiday list so as to not miss a single chance to wish people from the opposite gender. He has always been the ‘butt’ of jokes, be it sexist or racist, but never has he shown any kind of hatred or anger for any person. His friends affectionately call him ‘Pondy’ *wink*’. His mere presence ensures loads of bullying followed by uncontrollable laughter. This ardent cricket fan respects his family and tries to fulfill their wishes whatever and however. Jokes apart, he is a very hardworking person apparent from his coding notes and his job at Samsung. With his life mantra ‘forgive and forget’, our black diamond is an example to be followed.
Anshuman Patnaik Anshuman Patnaik! A person so good and a person hard to be described. Best known for being the most matured and sensible among his friends, he is a self assured person with balanced opinions on life even in the worst of times. Apart from his anchoring skills, he also prides upon the single hair strand that he calls a beard (gotcha!). Jokes apart, Tupun bhai is a friend trustworthy, patient and a good listener one can always count on. Though he might come off as insensitive with his excruciating honesty, he holds warmth inside him that cheers you up. The ‘ladla boy’ and the ‘jigar da tukda’ for his doting mother, he is but a kid at heart. He is a very pragmatic and articulated writer, and the CC of ‘Monday Morning’ with a distinctive knack of giving alliterative titles. His love for cricket is surpassed only by his love for his self proclaimed “good looks”. ‘Tiwari ji’ is particularly popular for his legendary RDBMS (relationship database management of students). Anshu can be extremely lazy to get out of bed, the renowned pen collector with hardly any pens in his bag when needed and the super human who can check out girls from light years long distances (Yes, that escalated quickly). Be it his numerous trysts with cupid’s pokes, the pink carbon dioxide outfit, the phenomenal leadership in MM, this guy is a hundred kinds of joy.
Sai Kiran Bejugam Sai Kiran aka Bejju, Bejugam and Rock Star is the 9-pointer someone who never listens to classes and emerges as the pride of the back benchers. He is an amazingly quick learner with good analytical and puzzle solving skills. He manages to have a serene disposition at all times, despite the volcanoes of thoughts erupting inside his head with the speed of light. This lanky lad never loses his cool whatever the situation be it. He is the pani-puri lover who loves hanging out at eateries and near WiFi routers(we know right?!).A great artist that he is, he shows his expertise in sketching, graffiti and clay modeling. His dedication and hard work can move mountains. He is a mythological books lover and entertains all his friends with stories from the same. Also, he loves reading biographies of entrepreneurs and ancient history. He loves watching Indian epics and numerous English series, which is a recent upgradation *wink*. However shy and silent this guy might appear to be, he is one hell of a company, making you smile incessantly with his child-like behavior. He never gives up on any debate without beating down his opposition with his never ending arguments and counter-arguments. This all-rounder is the calm before the storm, so beware!
Tapopadma Tripathy Tapo, the coding genius of NITR needs no introduction. With the best job in the campus and having been ranked 4th in ACM ICPC and 200th in Google APAC, the ‘Mad-coder’ became synonymous with ‘overachiever’. From being a simple boy from a middle class family in Nabarangpur to becoming the programming god of NITR, this guy underwent a phenomenal change that no one could ever dream of. This Singapore ‘chele’ might appear to be a geeky introvert, which is quite opposite to the actuality. The cool, down to earth and sensitive ‘Kasia’ is creative, clever, industrious, curious, sharp, self motivated, honest and confident. He is one of those rare people who love the food in their mess and Tapo showed complete loyalty to his mess by never visiting any restaurant in the city, let alone the back post. Perhaps the only thing that Tapo didn’t achieve is a relationship with a ‘cute little white girl’, the dame of his dreams. Keep going buddy!
Srinija Batna Srinija! This girl goes by many names- Duffy, Duffer, Amma Duffeshwari, Srinu, Bhattu, Batna, Santa Banta and ‘hype seeker’. If you are wondering what this is all about, then you assuredly have to see her legendary ‘dufferpanti’. Be it a comment backfiring on her or the totally incomprehensible self manufactured jokes she makes and keeps laughing about, this girl is a bundle of joy. Asking her for directions to a particular address is like locking yourself up in bhool bhulaiya. Her never ending list of crushes includes seniors, juniors and batch mates alike. She is noticeably famous for having a crush on a certain professor of the department. (oops!) Never punctual and exceptionally dumb at getting jokes. Srinu says, “Once a duffer, always a duffer!” when picked on. This SUITS fan is the perfect example of Olaf’s pencil-thin limbs. Love it or hate it, but you cannot ignore her curly wavy hair which makes sure that half the world is blocked. A mature and smart lady to the outside world, she is a sweet and cute little girl on the inside. This intelligent blunderbuss is a philosopher putting you at ease, a superbly talented person who aims to light the lamp in the lives of poor, an understanding companion and a compassionate friend who would stand by you through thick and thin. Inkem, hype jurresko!
Pragnya Paramita Biswas Pragnya aka praggy, pro and drama queen lives up to her name; wait, all her names! She is talented in many things, but tell her that and she would debate with you saying that she is quite the opposite. Ms. Drama queen adds spice to all moments you spend with her, with her own style of enacting exaggerated dialogues and singing god knows what songs with each and every word you speak. It is needless to say that she is a great actor with her own shtick of making jokes. The tom boy of our batch and a pro singer, she is envied by many. The mischievous girl she is, once she kick starts her dirty mind, there is no stopping to it and she would leave guys astonished. She is a good coder and a hard working person who stands up for her friends at all times. She is one person who fights with God for making her what she is. She could be quite the doubting Thomas with information she gets and the over-reacting lolo at times. The one thing that Pragnya never is, is being profane and her company is fun and interesting to be with.
Jaswanth Reddy Jashwanth, fondly called 'KASI' by almost all of his friends, lives up to his pet name which translates to extreme zeal. His infectious inquisitiveness in every single event across the world is one quality that everyone around him admires. He is always seen watching a lot of movies or TV series or his favorite show WWE which are his favorite pass time. Though he is playful among his friends, he is very reserved and shy with strangers. A staunch follower of every sport be it cricket, soccer, tennis or even F1 racing, he has a great memory of every game he watches but plays none. He is a guy who always yearns to learn more every day.
Ramavathu Sakru Naik Sakru aka Fakru, Tiwari, Sono man, Macho man, Baji Rao and he also goes by the name ‘Chin Chang Chu’ for his unique Chinese looking beard. The first thing anyone would remember about Sakru is his knowledge and understanding of semi conductors and device physics. He is a very hard working and dedicated person, which is quite apparent from his three publications. This hard core electronics geek is fun loving, humorous, an amazing chef, an innocent person and an ideal friend. Being the hopeless romantic he is, Sakru has five proposals in his account. He is particularly famous among his friends for his signature dialogue, “proxy vesei mama” every morning. He would go on and on arguing contradicting himself, would go about doing things mis-informed and landing up at chaotic positions and is very thoughtful as well, when it comes to serious decisions. His perseverance never gets deterred by any force. Sensible, modest and determined, Sakru is destined to achieve great things in life.
Priyanka Bhavaraju Priyanka goes by many names, perhaps more names than any Indian goddess, like babbu, bakki, prinku, papayi, Priya and pri. A soft spoken traditional girl from ‘Eluru’, she goes to any lengths to defend her place. She responds to people with an energetic and a hearty smile, which is probably one of the reasons she has a fan base among the guys. Showing phenomenal change in her four years, she has become a hall secretary and a co- convener at the sports society in sac. A good listener and a well wisher, she would always be there for you, monitoring your moves and waiting till you succeed. She multi tasks and stays efficient at the same time. She is a big time gmat and a selfie fanatic who would never be tired of getting into pictures whenever and wherever. Call her short and you would see her aggressive side (now don’t tell us that we didn’t warn you!) which cannot be cooled off without a chocolate. A dog lover, a fun person and someone who believes to keep moving forward in life, she says,” Don’t judge me by my past, I don’t live there anymore. Your future begins with your next thought.”
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Dhyanchand Jani Vertically challenged, master of disastrous hairdos and highly ambitious, Dhyanchand Jani aka Jani, DC, Chandu, Dhyan, Janu, has two purposes in life - helping people and eating voraciously – his legendary gluttony makes sure the Hall-7 day canteen Mausi remains adequately wealthy. A dedicated AASRAite, he takes pleasure in spending time with the kids of his workplace - OSAP Colony. This Patni-vrata-Pati borderline Joru-ka-Ghulam got hitched to his Architect of Love early in his fourth year and has been living the “happily married” life ever since. Having said that, his “relationship” with his ex-roommate Sidhant is still a mystery to be solved. He is one of the few guys to have fully exploited the potential of the Biju Patnaik Central Library, both for academic and non-academic purposes. Being a highly innovative guy, one can find his room filled with DIY stuff like hologram generator, projector, gupchup machine, among other prototypes. A skilled workshop “mundi”, Chandu has proved his mettle by being a worthy member of the SAE Ecokart team. Being the selfless guy that he is, DC makes sure his friends clear their project evaluations without any glitches first, before sweating about his own. Honest, dedicated and a child at heart, Dhyanchand is one friend whom you can genuinely rely upon without a second thought. Here’s wishing this smiling epitome of calmness good fortune for his future.
Sidhant Sethi If ever there was an award for the student who religiously followed all the rules of the institute because “uska phat jaata hai”, it surely has to be this guy. Sidhant Sethi or simply Sethi is more popularly known as “Amnerock Alpha” or “Fallen” among the DOTA and CS playing circles of NITR. Give Sethi a movie name and he'll devour every shard of information about it, and present you with a post-mortem analysis. Particularly insane about superheroes and anime, he wishes to possess the iron man exosuit someday. Vedic mathematics is hardwired into this guy’s brain, making him super-speedy at complex arithmetic calculations. From being a meek snoozy boy, sleeping with books under his head, to being a talented instantaneous cuss-maker-cum-PJ cracker, this closet romantic has come a long way. His artistry in sketching and creativity in poetry is matched only by his profound love for gaming. The ATM of the batch, DariyaDil Sidhant spends on his friends without ever caring for reimbursements. His tryst with his project guide is legendary, with him ending up spending 12 hours everyday in his cabin. Sethi is the kind of person who makes sure that he draws the diagrams for all his friends before his own and is always last in submitting his record. Good Guy Sethi is a real diamond of the batch and will badly be missed.
Perna VMN Roy Perna Vamsidhara Mohana Narendra Roy, aka Toy, Toy boy, Royraa or simply Roy, is probably the guy with the longest name in his batch. Hailing from Khammam district, Roy was a typical studious guy who truly believed that studying was everything, but after experiencing NITR, his perspective towards life took a sharp turn. He is a mechie with dreams of becoming a pilot. A loyal backpost customer and a fluid dancer, he is by far one of the most entertaining guys to be around. A sentimental at heart, Roy holds his friends and family in the highest esteem. A huge movie buff, Roy has probably watched every Telugu movie there is to watch. He is also a sports lover with countless trivia of both football and cricket at the tip of his tongue - for him, Sachin and Messi are Gods. He is also an avid gamer with CS, FIFA and FarCry being his top choices and is hugely popular among the NITR-CS Junta as “AsS@s$!n”. He has an eidetic memory and can explain any past event in his life, or his friends’, with pinpoint accuracy, making him the nightout guru. This guy never fails to abandon his “Chill bey” attitude, whether it be on the verge of debars or the Apocalypse itself. Here’s wishing this all-rounder the very best of luck; we hope he touches the skies someday.
Sarthak Rout Sarthak Rout is nothing less than a force to be afraid of on the NITR campus. Rout cracks the most horrible PJs imaginable. And the worst part about his PJs: they are catchy and trendsetting. Try asking a random batchmate what the word “S*KS” means and you’ll know exactly what I’m hinting at. Everything about him is eccentric: his receding hairline, his shabby beard, his borderline homosexual overtures, and his idiosyncratic hobbies, including cracking the fingers of anyone – stranger or friend, and binging on Crime Patrol episodes. This Chai-holic chat-o-phile loves his FB account more than Mother Mary loved Jesus – may the Lord be with you if you mess with his timeline. A HERITAGE scholar to Ecole Central De Nantes, France, President of SAE-NITR chapter, member of the most legendary RoadRunner and Green Knights teams till date, karta-dharta of the Mechanical Dual Degrees and an avid quizzer, Rout still manages to score above 8 with a single night’s effort. A first-rate cook and a magnificent photographer, Rout has a weakness for committed chicks and has been friendzoned more number of times than he cares to keep track of. A true friend, Rout is much taken for a casual attitude, but inside is a fiercely ambitious man who strives to be the best and hopefully we are to see one heck of a prospering Cuttacki down the line.
Sourav Panda The eye candy and the migraine flagbearer of this city, Sourav Panda is the local tadka in the curry of Mech Dual Degree batch. Popularly known as Panda or Rabbit, but never Sourav, puppy-faced Panda is the rare immigrant from CSE to ME, and surprisingly, holds no regret concerning this changeover. A rockstar among the female circles, with a ridiculous number of suitors, puppy-faced Panda has been able to maintain his ‘brahmachari’ deportment all throughout his stay at NITR. He has come a long way from being an angry young kid to a charming suave man, a quality which has earned him a lot of friends in NITR, whom he always loves to take on trips around Rourkela on his renowned Hero Honda Glamour. A football enthusiast with a fandom for the classic combo of Real Madrid & Liverpool, he can bring even the most legendary FIFA players to their knees. A true friend, philosopher and confidant, this self-diagnosed dyslexic has a soft spot for Gulti girls. A balanced combination of class notes and WhatsApp chats, Panda is also a force to reckon with in the technical circuits of NITR, having been an integral part of the Blue Streak and Rapido teams. A man of principles, Panda yearns to don the bureaucratic suit as an inimitable IAS officer someday. Here’s wishing puppy-faced Panda all the luck he can get.
Rajdeep Pal The mishmash of tall build, lean body, free-spirited gait, rabbit teeth and nerdy specs, Rajdeep a.k.a Pal or Pela is the lone 3-digit ranker in NITR history. With the halo of AIR 592 around him, he is a Mechie at heart and a Dual Degree by choice. This Bong from Bhubaneswar is a true series junkie and has watched over 50 of them, but his heart beats for HIMYM. A Mama's Boy to the core, Rajdeep is quite the emotional romantic chum. Extremely hilarious, he can turn any scenario into a laugh riot with his quirky punchlines and real-life examples. His simple yet thorough notes have saved many asses over the years. An ardent Conventee and a genuine Grammar Nazi, Pal has an unparalleled, uncensored vocabulary. His academic brilliance and friendly demeanour, coupled with outspoken extroversion make him a brand in himself. Rajdeep is an object of envy for guys, when it comes to the fairer sex, making his Instagram & FB profiles a vacation spot for many. Extremely social and hugely pompous, this undisputed selfie (read Nexfie) king, is known for his hashtags, funny TShirt quotes, and legendary lingos, spread nationwide. Always part of the talk-of-the-town parties, his affection for herbs and spirits is supreme. A proper 4-o'clock friend, he is the go-to-guy for uninhibited opinions. Love him or hate him, but you can never ignore him. #TrueStory
Adarsh Ranjan Padhy A proud Berhampuriya at heart, Adarsh Ranjan Padhy or Sir Adarsh Ranjan Padhy, as his friends call him, bears the true characteristics of an “Adarsh Balak”. Highly reserved with a no-nonsense attitude, he thoroughly believes in the saying “Actions speak louder than words”. Extremely disciplined and organised in nature, this chap dreams of becoming an IAS officer someday, for which he works tirelessly day and night. He is one of those guys who does not believe in the glamour of Facebook, although he highly exploits the benefits of Skype and WhatsApp to spend quality time with his special one. One of the most loyal backpost foodies we have, he never misses the first batch of savouries of the “Bara Mausi”. His YouTube subscriptions and his Music folder show just how big an aficionado of acoustics he is. One of the most legendary guitarists in this institute, Adarsh is one of those rare diamonds the bands here failed to tap. An atypical GMAT, Adarsh manages to fetch a 3-digit GATE rank with just a week’s preparation but does not brag about it. Simple in appearance, with sophisticated and noble thoughts, Adarsh is a gem of a person. His demeanour oozes a rare combination of humility and confidence. People like him are unstoppable, and are destined to reach heights. We wish this starry-eyed Berhampuri future Collector Saheb loads of success.
Manas Ranjan Naik Manas Ranjan Naik aka Rabindra Kumar Behera Patra from ISM Dhanbad (MechDuals would know), is a quintessential motormouth and a proud Bolangir boy. Known for his wild adventures in Nandankanan, this Maandu Man is a true embodiment of a committed boyfriend, evident from the fact that you would always get a busy tone on his mobile when you call him. Despite being a complete Skype junkie when it comes to his special one, his infamous cycle rides with his ex-roomie still raise a lot of question marks. A typical cricket fanatic, he has won many laurels on behalf of his Hall Cricket Team. He absolutely adores Kohli, Tendulkar & Messi, and dreams of shaking their hands someday. Famous for his legendary English and of-the-charts emailing etiquettes, Manas is a fully devoted Mechie, and has always been one of the first to submit assignments. One of the quiet ones of the batch, he can pass off any problem by wearing a smile on his face. From hardly-working to hard-working, Manas has come a long way in these five years. This guy can reach places through his mettle and intelligence.
Abhijit Paikaray Commonly known as ‘Paiky’, ‘Mundi’ or ‘Mr. Heat’; Abhijit is a person who, in his 4 years of B.Tech life, has got into a scuffle with most of his college-mates. The reason being pretty obvious, he prefers to be pessimistic and to point out the truth at faces, regardless of his friends, faculty or even parents. Politeness is something which rarely occurs to this short-tempered Kendrapadia. But very few know that this haughty exterior hides a soft heart. He would lend out his life to you if you’re in his good books. Ask him a loan and you never have to bother about returning it. A diligent placement coordinator, he didn’t even let his failing health hamper the overwhelming series of companies he ushered in for his branch-mates. Abhijit often likes being an advisor and having a say in every matter that falls within his hearing range. He is often seen in the company of a tall and lanky Mechie, who acts as a sentimental counsellor and a pacifier of the intense environments that may arise in Abhijit’s presence. “CGPAs do not matter”, one can often hear this quote from this “cardio-conceptual” person. A person who never says no to a party or a game of FIFA, we certainly wish Abhijit a very bright future.
Abhijit Pusty Well, appreciations and accolades for the topper would actually fall short! Hailing from an average scholastic background, Abhijit (or ‘Pussy’) has always maintained his stand in any aspect he chooses. A hard worker who is never satisfied with his own efforts, Abhijit is also gifted with a hand that could print books! Studies and FIFA being the topmost priorities, he finds solace in good food and company. The only one quality that he has fallen short of in the four years of B.Tech is the nerve to talk to a member of the fairer sex community. It might be impossible to believe, but our topper has got a romantic side, which actually got a nitro boost after he was complimented as a ‘stalwart’. Alas, being a mechanical engineer takes its toll even on romantics, and crawl in the pervert spirits of desperation! A gigantic dropbox folder and many other tales would prove this side of Abhijit to you. Apart from this, his other shortcomings include his poor English skills and a wannabe fanaticism for English songs and movies. But given an overall appraisal, Abhijit is a friend to friends, and possesses a very gentle heart with a very helpful and caring attitude to his near and dear ones. We are definitely sure of his capabilities paving him a delightful career path ahead.
Abhilash Sahoo Popularly known as ‘GENDA’, Abhilash entered the institute as a skinny guy but shall depart like the next son of Ambani. Legend has it that he was once a Playboy at school who now turned into a 95 Kg LOVEGURU giving relationship advices to everyone. Yes, he pays a lot of interest in his friends’ love life, so much that he would secretly read their private messages and would eavesdrop to their conversations behind closed doors. Though committed, Genda never misses a chance of flirting with anyone in social networking sites, regardless of the lady’s age. Genda is famous for being available for help at any time of the day as he never goes to class. Lazy as a toad, Genda often leaves his clothes in bucket for even 15 days, takes a bath once in 10 days, brushes his teeth once or twice a week and cleans his room once in a month no matter how dirty it is. A Die-hard Sachin Tendulkar Fan, this cricket lover can be seen playing cricket even in the corridors and badminton courts. Such is his cricket-fanaticsm that some even call him "Cricko-pedia" owing to his vast knowledge. A hard core non-vegetarian who can gulp a lot of Paanipuris, Genda is a real Foodie. Overall, Abhilash is someone you can rely on during your bad times and trust with your secrets.
Abhisek Pattanaik Abhisek Pattanaik popularly known as ‘Pattu’ refers to a very calm and gentle personality at NITR. A true cricket lover and a die-hard Dhoni Fan, Pattu is always updated with cricket scores and other fine details. A pro in EA Sports Cricket, so much that once he even scored a whopping 200 in 6 overs. A very reserved person, Pattu is difficult to be acquainted with. Half of his classmates were not even aware of his presence in class till 6th semester. But one you get to know him he is a very kind-hearted and funny person who will help you even if he doesn't knows you well and will make you crazy with his PJs. Talking of Academics, Pattanaik is a highly studious person and is aware of every intricate concept of mechanical engineering. Be it MOS or Thermodynamics, Pattanaik has mastered everything. Very Few people know that he was even a Topper in the 12th board exams. In short, Pattanaik is a great Friend to have, one whose company you will appreciate and whose deeds you will admire. Abhisek truly stands out as a silent sea bed that gives rise to vast waves of eternal knowledge and mastery. May success be always at your feet!
Abhishek Dash A proud Cuttackia at heart, ‘Dashe’ is one of the most amusing guys you would certainly like to place in your friend circle! A very intriguing fact about this person is that his entire life revolves around chicken! Take him to a place that offers excellent chicken dishes, and he would be indebted to you for a lifetime. Often found at backpost for his feathery desires, Abhishek is a total foodie, and would kill for chicken! An UPSC aspirant, he is the most informed and knowledgeable person in the branch when it comes to current affairs and ancient history. He is one of the rarest guy who could put all his concentration into achieving his goal without any distractions. A session with him would be enough to bust out the daily stresses. One inadequacy of this person is that he is a bit too sensitive, therefore everyone bears great caution while pointing a finger at him. His journey for a healthy physique starts with a very balanced breakfast but ends with an overwhelming non-veg platter! Hence, chubbiness prefers to retain its imprints on him. He’s really homesick, and always looks for an opportunity to dash to home and be pampered! He never forgets to put a comforting smile on his lips, and we definitely wish him a delightful life ahead!
Abhishek Jha Jha (2) or ‘Captain Jha’ refers to a personality that comes with the tag of “Master of Jugaad”. He can manage anything and everything, and takes great pride in doing so. Witty, outrageous and proud wielder of the superpower called “Sarcasm”. An adventurous soul in and out. One thing you would remember about this guy aside from his wit and (sometimes) practical jokes would be his ability to make you laugh in such a simple way. A true blue Nepalese at heart (His notebooks say it all), he is the man to be relied upon when you make a trip to Nepal. Responsibility bearing is another quality of his which he proved with the successful organization of ISM 2k15 or leading a team for the BAJA SAE! He is always ready to help you anywhere and anytime as a friend, and his advices and creative epithets would never dull you out. A very important reason why you need Jha in your life is that he serves greatly to your “needs”, and knows the best spots in the city to procure the materials. He is the life of a party, and the people whom he has treated with many afternoon sessions in the room would never deny his hospitality. Tharkipanti came natural to Jha, but it was overshadowed when he found a lovely damsel in the final year. Way to go, brother!
Abhishek Mishra Mishraji is one of those sporadic creatures who has no problem with time and tide not waiting for him. Yes, there isn’t a single class for which he is late, even if the toughest faculty on campus is in charge! Socializing rarely with college mates, Mishra finds solace in sleeping and gaming, not to mention the exotic love tales he carries out online! He is very concerned about his physique and looks, and spends a lot of time in the gym and his room tending to himself. His masculinity can even put Anil Kapoor to shame! Seldom found studying, this boy is well versed in all concepts and manages to grab splendid grades, even after playing before the examination night. Integrity, confidence, temperance and humility are the four pillars that support such a majestic character! He often becomes the subject of mockery and affront, especially during the lab hours, but he seldom takes things to heart and takes no time in flashing a smile to display his agreement. He is often regarded as the Thor of the branch for his cycle is so strong that once it managed to jolt a man off his motorbike and break his bones. We sincerely wish this late comer to grab all laurels of life at early stages, and a very pleasant road ahead!
Abhishek Tiwary Abhishek Tiwary goes by various names such as Brijmohan Dude, Chammach Chor (CC) and the most famous Tiwaryji owing to his specific traits. A very religious brahmin in 1st year whose day used to start with a chandan tilak and formals, TiwaryJi has transformed into a cool dude with a great taste in Jeans is an ardent listener to English songs, especially from female artists. Tale is that once he stole a spoon from the mess and was reprimanded as a ‘chammach chor’ so much that he was filled with guilt which consequently made him read the confession letter of Mahatma Gandhi and return it the next day. Talking of girls, Tiwary always wanted a brahmin mate and luckily found one, though from another department. Such was his passion that just to have a glimpse of her, he used to attend her classes and finally proposed her by dedicating an English song through her roommate. But the idea sadly didn’t work and rejection was the solution. Jokes Apart, TJ is a real genius who will never show off, a true friend who will understand your point of view when no one else will and is an innovative engineer (He actually uses his Umbrella to avoid light during sleeping). His smile is so comforting that it can make a bad day look beautiful.
Alok Kumar Naik Of course it wouldn’t have been fair enough to call someone by any other nick when already share your first name with one of the most sanskari persons of India, the ALOK NATH. But Alok is also known by another nick that is Tony Jaa. He is someone who is quite fond of watching chinese movies over Bollywood or Hollywood ones and would keep searching for them in DC until he finally finds one which soothes his taste buds. A religious visitor to the Institute gym, Alok is a fitness freak who yearns for a chiseled body. He loves action so much so that he has even watched each and every video of Bruce Lee in youtube. But when it comes to eating, Alok is a reckless foodie who would eat till his stomach begs him to acknowledge his capacity. Jokes Apart, Alok is a great friend to have, for he is one who has in his defense some of the most amazing times and the fondest of memories with his near and dear ones. He is one friend, to whom it becomes too painful to bid a Goodbye. A great person at heart with an impeccable sense of humor, there are so many great and prosperous years ahead for you, Alok and we certainly pray you to live them all to the fullest.
Aman Bharti Aman, popularly known as ‘Mota Aman’ who hails from the so called ‘metropolitan’ City Jamui, is always the gossip due to his controversial love affairs in the class. The interesting part of his one-sided love stories is that his crushes love dogs but he is afraid of them and hence kept away. He is great fan of sad songs and also sings them, much to the suffering of his friends. He is so ‘not a despo’ who can make fun of his friends just to make girls laugh and possesses the unique ability to actually laugh at their PJs. One of the extensive users of fairness creams in our branch, Mota tries to look very smart in some particular labs. Famous among girls for his ‘cute’ smile, this antakshari player even tried to learn Guitar but his desires shattered as the instrument broke. He also tried hard to become slim but vomited every time he went for jogging. At parties, Mota eats so much that he always is forced to loosen his Belt. Whenever a group of people satirize him; he uses his phone ringtone as his escape plan saying that “Ghar se phone aaya hai”. On a Serious Note, Mota is a very good actor and has good convincing power who can manipulate people easily. All the best for your future, brother!
Anshuman Swain One of the most logical, smart and humble persons you will ever come across in your life, Anshuman is a good team player, team leader and one of the few who actually know what they do. As a remembrance of his greatness, he has a dog named after him; popularly called ‘Swain’, which actually responds to the call. Being a talented and hard working person, it’s not surprising that sarcasm eludes him. He has this weird obsession with numerology and thinks everything is connected with numbers. An ardent food fanatic, especially the egg chicken roll, he eats it so much that he goes to the night canteen and orders “the regular one”, even though he has to suffer its repercussions. When it comes to the automobile societies at the college, Swain’s enthusiasm matches none. A successful representative of the BAJA SAE and the Gokart team, Swain’s in-depth knowledge is well appreciated by seniors and juniors alike! A true gentleman at heart, politeness evolves from each and every corner of his personality. But he is seldom clean, and so is his room, except that he likes to maintain all his books in a very decent order. He claims to have no crush and being single, but was caught many times talking in the phone at 1 in the morning and escapes by saying it’s his “best friend”. We wish you all the very best for your future!
Anuj Kumar Maurya Anuj is one of the rare persons who can think like a philosopher and at the same time act like a child. Hailing from Azamgarh, he is known for reading during the exam hours and coming to exam hall after revising all the stuffs whether it is 20 or 30 minutes late. On asking about this, he would say "Abhi to bahut time hai padhne ke liye”. Anuj did his schooling from Navodaya Vidyalaya and often keeps on entertaining people with his stories of JNV. During his early years in NITR, Anuj was known for hunting girls college by college, city by city for which he was even blocked many a times and was really scared of becoming a brother to some lady during Rakshabandhan. He also attended many workshops in college so that somehow he can participate with his crush but sadly he could not go a step further. He is such a movie buff that he would see a movie at least 10 times and that too on Youtube. On a personal front, Anuj is a Nature lover who loves sight-seeing and trekking. He is a very lovable person and a really good friend who will never deny you a favour in times of need. We hope you always put on that cheerful smile and grab numerous laurels in life!
Arbind Baraik Arbind Baraik, popularly Mota (being the most decent of his nicks) is a man rare to find with a Ph.D. in pakau jokes. Mota is a complete desperate, who keeps talking about girls and his friends keeps on telling him “Tumse naa ho paayega Beta” but he never quits. He is a hardcore one sided lover, so much that the girl in the corresponding transaction hardly knows him. A religious follower of cricket, this Dhoni fan would defend his idol at losses by quoting “Pathar usi ko maara jaata hai jo upar hote hai”. A video game maniac in the first year who required a hell lot of practice before each dual match of Tekken, this GATE aspirant is known for getting acquainted with the virtual calculator a month before GATE Exam. Transforming from a95 kilo in the first year to the 50 kg slender guy in fourth year, this Hall-7 Mess Secretary is popular among his friends from other halls for supplying food coupons during hall days. Nevertheless, Arabind is one of the most honest guys at NITR with an impeccable sense of humor. He is one who holds a positive perspective towards life and will make you smile in darkest of times. All in all, he wants ‘a sarkari naukri and a sundar chokri’. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.
Arnab Saha Also known as ‘Bapa’ or ‘Bapee’ or ‘Apee’ who is often seen around moving in the vicinity of Bong chicks, especially 'the one'. Bapee has some legendary leg pulling skills, both on the Kabbadi pitch and also while giving treats. An Insti level Kabbadi player, Arnab is also known as “THE WALL” by some of his teammates and if you need more proof of his strength then you should perhaps watch him hitting those flawless boundaries in cricket. Even though he is a very nice guy with a big heart and a fat wallet, Arnab keeps track of every single penny by keeping his own "Baki khata" which strengthens your belief about relation between Bongs and Money. He eats a hell lot (which is pretty evident from his physique) and since God was extra compassionate towards him, Arnab ended up badging a beautiful girlfriend who cooks wonderfully. Many of his friends, also call Arnab “45 ml out” because his drinking potential is way below 45 ml, and his preparation for GRE has been in the first gear since the last 3 years with him saying "Abey GRE ka preparation karna he bey!" (God knows when it is actually going to start). But at heart, Arnab is an honest person and a helpful friend whose motivation will push you through difficult times.
Arunima Karmakar Hailed as ‘Didimuni’ by her juniors, this Bong chick is famous in her batch for her style statement. A selfproclaimed Fashionista, Arunima just needs an opportunity to get dressed in her branded wardrobes and walk around clicking selfies with different expressions. So fond of black color, her wardrobe has a large collection of black dresses and her room is full of cosmetics. Rumored to have a London based boyfriend, this bangladeshi keeps on bragging about the gifts her boyfriend sends her (Be it her TITAN RAGA or her favourite selfie phone). Highly phobic towards studies, Arunima is known for asking her classmates for private tuitions in library so as to scrape off decent grades. A great foodie who can eat a complete cake on her own, this ‘chicken lover’ always keeps on persuading her bong friends to give her a treat, but seldom treats anyone. Asserting different kinds of emotions in a single day, this drama queen will leave behind even quintessential ‘bahus’ and ‘vamps’ of TV with her childish behavior. Cheerful at heart, playful by nature and a very good friend to hangout, Arunima always has a bag full of Gossips to entertain you. Overall, she is a very honest person who lives by her word and walks her talk. We certainly pray for your glorious path ahead!
Ashish Kumar Pradhan Probably the best vocalist NITR has ever witnessed, who can reach to our hearts with his soulful performance, Ashish is a complete package with the looks of Vijay and the larynx of Arijit Singh. Seeing his dedication to music one would think that he is a guy who does things by the books but he is just the opposite, be it experimenting by ordering foods with peculiar names from the menu or going for a walk around 3 in the morning or be it watching back to back TV series the night before exam and yet managing a good score. He is also good at playing piano and guitar, painting and playing badminton. He is also a guy who can play with words nicely. Once asked in an interview “why you don’t pursue a full time career in music “, to which he replied “It’s just one out of the other 146 ways to make my career”. He often is reprimanded for saying the wrong stuff at the wrong time. The thing that not many know about him is that he is a Chocoholic and can also do a great mimicry of Hrithik Roshan. We would definitely be enthralled at his first music album release. All the best, brother!
Ashutosh Das Ashutosh who? Oh Pana, you mean! Such would be an exclamation from someone who knows this guy in the campus. For of course, Ashutosh is a name best kept for formal purposes. Otherwise, it’s just our dear Pana! A Real Madrid Fan at heart, Pana talks football, and is so addicted to FIFA that he can spell out the individual attributes of each player. He’s a real gem at heart, for he doesn’t rebuke to whatever comments or taunts you push at him, and would always be there to help you out! Talk to him about anything you want, and you do not have to worry about the beans getting spilled! Another intriguing aspect of Pana is the numerous sisters he houses in the campus, surprisingly none tying him a ‘Rakhi’! Get him in elevated spirits (IYKWIM) and his fluency in English jumps to a pro level and he would totally bash you black and blue verbally. Jokes apart, Pana is a friend you’d rarely find in your college life. For he would never say a ‘no’ if you turn to him for help. He’d cut down on his personal time for helping you out. As introvert he may look like, he manages to be the president of the institute’s most prestigious and biggest clubs, SAE. We wish you a long life of laurels and triumphs!
Asish Parida Undisputedly the most knowledgeable person in the batch, Asish Parida possesses a penchant for grasping every molecule of concept in the ambience surrounding him. His popularity can be well measured by the number of chappals outside his room the night before examinations. He is a person who will never turn you down when it comes to teaching, even if it involves cutting down in his personal sleep or study hours. Do not take him for a GMAT though, because this person houses one of the best collection of English songs that would even put your tastes to shame! In his free time, Asish normally lazes away or is engrossed in chit-chats with his mates. He is a brotherly figure to anyone who comes to him to share his personal problems, and any secret you entrust him with is made sure to be taken to the grave. A very disheartening feature of this person is that he can sleep anytime, and that often results in him landing on the brink of gradebacks. Another intriguing characteristic of Asish is that he loves cartoons way too much, and watches too many episodes in his free time. It would never be wrong to admit that Asish can really play an influential part in anyone’s life and inspire anyone with his down to earth lifestyle. Keep on the great job, brother!
Bhabani Shankar Naik Bhabani Shankar Naik aka MJ is the most down to earth guy that anyone could come across. At the first sight of him, people may get an impression that he is tough and a hard headed guy but only when you get to know him, you will know how kind and gentle he is. He is a child at heart and has the purest smile in the whole institute. A hard core Michael Jackson Fan, he can be often found in his room listening and humming to MJ’s songs. Not only this, he has a huge network of people around the world who are equally devoted to Michael Jackson (His Facebook Wall says it all). Not many people know that he is a great dancer (He can perform an excellent Moon Walk), and a really good Guitar and mouth organ player because he never comes out to perform owing to his reserved nature. He is always there to help a friend. Even if a strangers come to him and ask for help, he would never say no and if he couldn’t help, he will find someone who can do it for you. His fine qualities and talents will undoubtedly make him successful in his future. Here is to wish, NITR's MJ a happy and prosperous life.
Bhagabati Panda The only similarity he shares with Hrithik Roshan is the extra thumb on his hands. Bhagabati is one of the most sober and decent persons anyone could ever come across. He always welcomes your opinions on every matter and is really a humble guy who appreciate every single effort that you put for him. He always likes to stay on the safe side and therefore gets jumpy at the slightest irregularity in his schedule. During exams, his anxiety levels reach a feverish pitch and he raises the profits of telecoms by constantly buzzing his buddies. He will never say no when you ask him for help or to accompany you to someplace. He likes keeping a track of the well-being of all his buddies at all times. A die-hard fan of the Liverpool Football Club, he strictly believes in never walking alone. For of course, he’s the only person in his final year to be blessed with a roommate. Do a job for him and he wouldn’t hesitate a bit for treating you at places of your choice. Keeping an old school name in the 21st century takes its toll on the boy, and his name is mashed up to ‘Bhagi’, ‘Bhagulia’ etc. We wish his precautionary measures and anxiety levels grab him way too many glories in life!
Brabim Sahoo Brabim, known by nicknames like ‘Handi’, ‘Bracha’ (owing to his serious uncle type looks) is a Hardcore GMAT who generally eats his breakfast to fullest so that he can skip lunch and thus save some time to study (Heights, you see!). Mostly clad in his Track-pants, Handi flirts with girls whom no one knows except those who get a chance to sneak at his messages. A serious Cricket player (so Serious that he practices even before a Practice match), this Rohit sharma and Ishant Sharma fan observes shots very keenly and later practices them but unfortunately fails to deliver during a match . Also famous for his infinite likeness for sattu, he leaves his trail of sattu so brilliantly on every page of the book that anyone can easily sniff off and predict from the smell which exact pages of the book he has read. A happy go lucky person from inside, Brabim just needs a PSU job to fulfill his life goals. He is that one friend in group who lands himself in a place where he can be the butt of all the jokes and thus will make you laugh. The greatest part is that he knows to take all the jokes on him, and laugh to the heart’s fullest. We certainly wish you to go a long way in life, brother!
Chandan Pothal Chandan, popularly known as "Pothu" is one of the most talented persons at NITR. A very few people know that he even had an AIR of 5399 in IIT-JEE, but forsake it to get Mechanical engineering at NITR. With a very calm and humble demeanor, "Pothu" is so gentle that he even comes out of his room when his roommate is having a video call with his girlfriend so that they can enjoy privacy. Normally a reserved person Chandan loves to do his work quietly. Highly focussed towards his studies, he is famous for clearing doubts during exams and his batch-mates hail his knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts. And If you are lucky enough to be in the same practical group as his, then you can chill for whole semester as "Pothu" will always be there for completing the practical. "Pothu" is quite active in Facebook and can be seen scrolling messages all day round. When everyone in room is busy talking about movies, profs and TV Series, Pothu can be seen chatting in Whatsapp unaware of what is going around. Very democratic in his approach, you don't have to ask him what he will eat in a treat because he will go with the majority. As a Person, Chandan is very positive and friendly. We wish him the best of luck in his future goals.
Chiranjeet Sahoo The cute and loving ‘Chira’ for everyone, this localite lives with a simple philosophy that “one should do things that makes them happy at the end of the day”. A full too dramebaaz with a prankster mind of an 8 year old, Chiranjeet can become an award winning PJ king at times. A boy who loves his mother way too much, Chira likes to adorn himself in all classic brands from head to toe. He is also notable for exchanging his old mobile phones with his brother’s new ones! A great friend and advisor who is always ready to help his friends whenever they are in need and can make them smile even on their worst days. The proxies in the class for his friends prove his helpfulness to such an extent as he could make himself absent for friend’s attendance. He loves playing football but isn’t that good as he is in other sports! For of course, compliments of him being a wonderful lover come from one of the prettiest ladies on campus. He loves playing FIFA so much that in his 1st year, his roommate had to wake up at 4 am to study in order to not get disturbed. Chiranjeet loves to enjoy life to the fullest and seldom studies! We hope you stay cheerful lifelong!
Dharmana Rajesh Sadly the ‘incognito’ of the mechanical branch, Rajesh is one of those hideous creatures whose existence you would question every time you meet him. Rajesh proudly owns a grade card which shows the diversity in the grades, ranging from an Ex to even a F. People say that the reason might be accounted for the fact that Rajesh tries to understand subjects so deeply that even his Professors fail to clear his questions. But he’s someone who’s extremely smart and can often come up with ideas out of the box. A big Allu Arjun fan, Rajesh watches a lot of movies. He believes in conserving water for his future offspring and hence resolves not to take a bath for months. Very few know it but Rajesh is also a very good dancer, but responsibility seldom comes to him. Plus Rajesh is way too lazy. The laziness of Rajesh can be known from an incident in which a senior most professor rang him and asked him to submit the copy which he denied without hesitation. Such audacity, much wow. Deep within, Rajesh is a total inspiration. Considering the amount of hardship and sufferings he has been put through, Rajesh never forgets to smile. He is one true fighter who can teach us a lot of life lessons. We certainly hope your dreams get fulfilled, brother!
Dinesh Chandra "Waking up, going religiously to class, coming back, going for taking tutions, having random arguments with mess people over food". This pretty much sums up a usual day of Dinesh. Insanely famous among professors owing to his extrovert nature, few among his peers know Dinesh, all for the way he tries to assert himself. But if someone gets to know him, there is nothing but respect and admiration for his hard work and determination to surge ahead. For many would know him for his unusual sense of English language, only a few know that he was a sensation in his area owing to his stupendous performance in 12th board exams. Coming from a distant village of Eta district in UP with literally no background in education, this guy not only managed to get into NITR but proved himself academically by journeying through some 5+ pointer in first year to 8 point something in his final year. Apart from all that he endures, he is always laughing. Whether it's making fun of professors or hitting on a girl, he has learned to do everything in his 4 years of NITR.Considering the Hard work he puts and determination he has, Dinesh is sure to soar high in his career and make his dreams come true. Keep smiling Dinesh!
Dinesh Sahoo Dinesh aka ‘Danny’ or the AUV man, this boy from Dhenkanal is one of the most hardworking and dedicated Mechies of the era. His perseverance can be often noted from the sleepless nights that he spends at the workshop for the team Tiburon. Always tries to make fun of others and eventually ends up being trolled big time. Not only that, after the joke is on him he finds a way to come up with some lame excuses (as if he is never at the receiving end). Despite being skinny, Dinesh has his own stupid wrestle moves, one being the ‘Superman Punch’ which he executes like a cripple. A deep insight into Dinesh’s love life would prove how big a playboy this small town guy is. This Chocolate boy is rumored to have a girlfriend in Facebook, another one with whom he talks on phone and yet another with whom he chats on Skype. Dinesh is also a true patriot, one who has strong opinions about everything going on inside the country. Talking of his lighter side, his fondness for Bhojpuri Songs amazes everyone and his desires to pursue PhD abroad and join the National School of Drama, will leave you baffled. May your enriched sagas continue amazing us lifelong and may your dedication let you scale higher echelons of success!
Francis Xeviar Famously known as Pranji or Telugu Hero. Too tall for his own good. Proud of himself but at the same time down-to-earth. Loves styling his hair and beard. Whether it’s the “Bin Laden” beard or the “Mesut” hairdo, this guy experiments with it all. Enjoys occasional gossip but always runs to the defence of people he most cares about. Pampered and loved by his family and friends. Once someone joked about keeping him in NIT till his marriage. Poor chap cried. If he had all the money in the world, he would go travelling and never return. His actions are more subtle than his expressions. A trained dancer at the hands of Suraj, his best mate. Whether it’s his charm, his stories about Bubu, or his analogy of “curd and the smell of dirty socks”, this is the guy you go to when there’s a downpour. Has a fetish for tall people, brands, and clothes that are black or grey. Loves the Upma served at Rengcol and believes to be one of the finest dish he has ever tasted. Most likely to be the friend sitting beside you behind bars. However, he is one to talk to when you want to up your mood. An amazing friend and a comic. This is the trademark of this five-feetawesomeness.
Gautam Kumar The name that is seldom used, Gautam Kumar often goes by the nick of ‘GOTI’. His funniest aspect is that whenever he laughs, one can’t make out whether he’s laughing or crying, for there are tears rolling down his cheeks behind that mysterious giggle. A gadget freak who changes his phone every year and earpieces almost every semester. Often known as the ‘Kindle wale bhaiya’, Gautam possesses a genuine taste in reading. He is a great one sided lover who gives treats on the birthday of his crush but sadly gets ignored by her. His love life offers a great diversity in terms of nationality. During exam hours, you can find the walls of his room fully covered with notes. He is also the official photographer of the group. A hardcore fitness lover who tried very hard to get 6-packs but never succeeded. Gautam likes adventure trips, photo-shoots and parties. A great friend whom you could never afford to lose, for he is always ready to help and has a heart of gold. Gautam finds solace in his company and loves to debate about any matter you thrust on him. Gautam is so self-dependent that he managed to handle even the admission formalities at NITR all by himself! May you go a long way in life, and always find happiness at your feet!
Guddu Lal Meena Famous for his non-stop lectures and gossips, Guddu popularly hailed as ‘Guddu Baba’ is one of the known faces of NITR. Be it professors, juniors, seniors, batchmates, caterers, warden, backpost shopkeepers, almost everybody knows "Guddu" owing to his extra concern about everything going on NITR. A walking database of NITR, the way he mimics professors will burst your stomach out of laughter. A very carefree guy in his initial years, Guddu transformed into a first bencher GMAT after his very famous heart break which proves ki ‘Har kamyab aadmi ke piche ek aurat ka haath hota hai’. Always Fearful during Viva, this rajasthani chhora makes the most boring lectures interesting through his pranks and jokes. A true politician, this Hall 7 mess secretary won hall elections by the highest margin in history and later supplied food coupons to his hungry friends in almost every hall day. One who swears to speak "Shuddh Hindi”, Guddu Baba surprised everyone when he cleared GD round of eveready after speaking completely in Hindi. A fun loving and Jolly person at heart, Guddu is one of the most helpful friends who would go to any extent to help you in times of need. He is one person every branch must have to make even the dullest of environment look funny. We wish Guddu, all luck and happiness in future.
Harsha Vardhan The guy with probably the longest name of the batch, Harsha is popularly known as ‘Mutta’ among his friends. He is a strict vegetarian who used to bring his own plate to mess during his first year as he feared of being served in a plate where non-veg was served before. The best thing about him is that he is updated in all fields like movies, games, technology etc. He loves wearing new branded clothes all the time with the latest running fashion. He is passionate in automobiles and a dedicated member of the BAJA team. Amicable and genial not only with his friends but to others too, Harsha never wishes ill for anyone, He has a weird habit of getting up in the middle of the night to eat and using a rug all summer without his fan switched on despite the scorching Rourkela heat. . A good blend of a wicket-keeper and a batsman Harsha is a big fan of Rahul Dravid but is probably the lone guy in Mechanical Engineering who defends his favorite actor Ram Charan. With the determination this guy has, no force is big enough to stop him from achieving what he aspired. The most memorable incident of Harsha scaring away a faculty by fainting is enough to welcome laughter waves from everywhere. We sincerely pray you to make long strides of success in life!
Homagni Saha Homagni AKA Dada AKA Homa is one of the biggest GMATs the Mechanical 2016 batch has ever seen. This highly studious kid who is a programming geek used to regret his decision of taking Mechanical branch inspite of Computer Science during his freshmen years. Thankfully, he has now made peace by working on Robotics. Dada entered NITR, with only aim of landing up with a "Highly Paid" Mechanical Job, though destiny had other plans and he ended up doing research in area of Robotics under Parhi Sir. During Exams, Dada can be seen surrounding with books and Notes, frequently uttering his famous dialogues "Chaap Lagchhe" and "Aur kya...Main toh Haar gaya!" and yet ends up a 9+ pointer every semester. But Wait! Homa is just not about studies! He is a strategic gamer (DOTA being his faviourate game), a skillful swimmer and above all a really good Harmonica Player (Few people know, he is a trained classical singer as well). Talking of girls, he aspires to get settled with a Blonde American (Well! Dream on Big Boy). With an offer of Phd in Iowa State University (USA), an offer of MS in TU Delft and a Job in Eveready, this AUV captain is sure to rise great heights in his Career through his Hard work and Perseverance.
Jeff Wellesly If Jeff Wellesley could be described in mere words, there would have been books written after him already. This is the guy who is moulded in the crucible that is NIT, suffered in just as much heartbreak, CGPA and Interviews as the next guy but always going forward, fists unclenched. If sarcasm grew limbs, that would be Jeff. If Stephen Fry and Amartya Sen had a love-child, he would be Jeff. At least he would like us to think so. With a pitcher of nice cold beer in one hand, and Kejriwal’s jhaadu on the other, draped in a muffler to keep all the ‘Air’ in, Jeff projects the image and pardon the quip, the ‘Air’ of a new-world Hip-Hop Anarchist, but not without his touch of awesome. Hard working, with a heart of gold, a gem of a friend and studious. Sadly, when he leaves, NIT will be left with just a little less ‘Air’.The only guy to be a ‘gymman’ without going to the gym. A runner, swimming club member, athlete and a very efficient share trader- he’s a rare combination of subtle abilities. Who knows maybe someday he’ll be multiplying the savings account for his buddies. Fingers crossed! You can always judge a man with the company he keeps, and that will tell you more about Jeff Bro than any Souvenir will.
Jyoti Ranjan Mohapatra JRM for short, Jyoti is one of the most versatile people you’d find around. A sweet, cheerful and energetic guy, Jyoti is a full on entertainer and never fails to provide a delightful company. An active member of the Chicken lovers’ club, Jyoti can gobble up to his heart’s contentment at restaurants. But at an adverse side, he is lazy, and has a tummy that is never in control. He is homesick, always eager to go back whenever feasible. Even in weekends he usually prefers idling away at his aunt’s house. He loves PC games, especially FIFA and he is really good at those. You will hardly find him angry and it is even harder to demoralize him. He is intelligent and smart but can be irresponsible sometimes. But he is good at heart and will never betray you if you’re his brother. He is reliable and will be available for you whenever you need him. His tales of desperation in concern with the fairer sex are something better left untold, and he never learns from his mistakes. That is one of the reasons he’s unpopular with the ladies around the campus. Jyoti resembles the rapper Badshah in looks and is coincidentally a rapper himself. A big fan of Eminem, we wish him all the best for his future!
Kallul Hazarika A master of fickleness, a wizard at quizzing, an avowed defender of government subsidies in the daytime, an Ayn Rand Objectivist in the night, a writer, a relentless day-dreamer, the President of Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Heart Club Band Rourkela chapter, there must have been a gazillion of chaotic elements that the universe conspired to put together for the making of Kallul Hazarika. CAT in 2nd year, Civil service and Thermal Engineering in 3rd year, obsession for analytics and coding during placement season, he just doesn’t seem to be able to be decisive. This millennial child belongs to the era that witnessed the charm of “The Great Gatsby”. If his words can serenade they can disarm you as well. Most likely to be spotted in a red beret reciting poetry to strangers or trying to come up with new ways to look cool, he’s otherwise engaged in space-traveling with Pink Floyd. Never one to take aesthetics lightly he’s known to heave disapproving sighs for those who fail to appreciate a mere Macbook. His romantic quests & sudden infatuations led him to conduct the infamous musical soiree, “The Roundabout.” For the people who know him closely, he would, above anything, qualify as an amazing friend, a friend that you never want to let go of.
Kandukuri Rama Krishna Prasad “CGPA is a just a reflection of how much you believe in the system” goes on this powerful saying by the Ramakrishna Prasad a.k.a Ramu. The very first image everyone gets of him is that he is arrogant, full of attitude but once you get to know him, you will know how friendly and loving he is. Undoubtedly the weirdest guy in his circle of friends, he should be given titled as the ‘Night Crawler’ as he works all the night and sleeps in the day time. He knocks the doors of his friends’ room at 3 ‘o’ clock in the night just to ask for some water. Blessed with a great grasping power, he starts preparing just a few hours before the exams and easily manages to get a B or C, even after grade-backs. A great fan of ‘Naruto’ and ‘Flash’, he identifies himself with Sasuke in ‘Naruto’ and argues with people to prove ‘Flash’ is the most powerful superhuman. A foodie who claims chicken is vegetarian and likes to taste different recipes, he can finish a family pack biryani all by himself. A really good Badminton player, this Innovative engineer has big dreams and sooner or later he will achieve them. We sincerely do anticipate happiness and success waiting eagerly at your doorstep.
Mahindra Bhoi Popularly known as ‘Bhoi’, this Bargarh native slided into mechanical engineering from electrical engineering after 1st year and is thus always referred as a ¾ th Mechanical engineer and 1/4th electrical engineer. In his initial period at NITR, Bhoi was recognised as a “Seedha sadha sharif ladka” till one of his friends who writing an assignment with him during 2nd year managed to steal a glance of a message popping out from nowhere stating “Sorry Baby”. More information could have been extricated had Bhoi not jumped and intervened at the scene. As of Now, he is rumoured to have two girlfriends “Chhutki” and “Badki”, and people are still in dilemma who is the real one. Mind you, ‘Sorry Baby’ is his favourite quote and he stills tries to flirt with many beautiful girls, especially during fests. Bhoi is a cricket fan, who plays from Odia Cricket Team but supports Bihar Cricket Team during the gali Cricket (Yeah. You heard it right!). Personally, Bhoi is one of the most positive persons who is always in a jubilant mood in spite of Hurdles of life. Being with him, you will experience positivity and goodwill. He is a kindhearted and understanding friend who will help you, no matter what. Life has a lot in store for you Bhoi, and we do pray that you achieve all that you aspire for!
Manabendra Rout Aka Manab, this boy from Bhubaneswar is one of the biggest automobile enthusiasts you’ll ever find in the campus! An active member of the FSAE team, Manab is an all-rounder at the workshop-be it extracting the maximum power from the engine, improving the air intake or even running to SAC for pending bills. The sound of a revving engine could cheer up Manab even at the end of a bad day. A gourmand at heart, you can always find him with a bunch of friends in Mokshaa, CP or Posh every other weekend. He is also a gadget geek. Coming to his personal life, wait, he doesn’t have one. While other guys are busy in PMCs (Pia Milan Chowks), you can find him slogging away in the workshop for the Road Runner team. He is a very friendly guy who has a crush on every girl of the institute whose surname is ‘NAIK’. Unfortunately, the grease of the racecar is what Manab always chooses over the wine of love. Another very disturbing fact about Manab is that he seldom keeps clean, yes this FSAE jewel prefers bathing rarely, and thus generates a skunk-like stench in the very ambience surrounding him. But little does it matter, since Manab is a friend of friends, and his heart of gold would never turn you down. All the best for your future, brother!
Mithun Babu Nallana Hail the God, for he is the one who has uplifted the definition of being a Mechie at campus! Mithun Babu is a one man army, for he can combine mechanical systems with electronic circuits and play with them through powerful coding as if it were a child’s play! His relentless devotion towards the FSAE team matches none, for he can spend years without taking a bath or brushing his teeth if it involves cutting down on time that he would spend tending to the vehicle. His cloths are seldom tidy, and he uses lubricants and greases as perfumes, and he can bunk as many classes as needed if his racecar or his team needs his help. One of the reasons why he doesn’t fall in the good books of many professors, Mithun is otherwise held at deep respect by those who have seen him toiling away tirelessly in the workshop. One of the greatest minds to be gifted with a prestigious internship from Volkswagen, Mithun is an excellent team leader, and humility and poise are some of his best virtues. He is a friend at need, who would help you and take any amount of risks for you. Nothing makes him smile as much as the buzz of his revving engine. We are heartily grateful to have studied in the same batch as you, Mithun! Way to go, brother!
Mohammad Dawood Dawood, fondly known as “David Saifi” or “habibi” is notorious for taking selfie, because out of thousand pictures in his camera roll, 90% would be his own. Be it NU, ISM, Spring fest or even hall activities, Dawood would be ready with his iPhone and his selfie stick. Apart from this craze, this guy has taken an oath of not dating a single girl from NITR but keeps a database of girls and flirts with everyone. A die-hard fan of Messi and Barcelona. This Insti football player would make you laugh through his hilarious Hindi accent. A religious visitor to back post, this drunk Devdas can either be found sleeping in class or yelling “time-up” when a professor exceeds the time while teaching. Very few people know that this “Happy-golucky” guy cooks really well and eats a lot without getting fat. Taking a tour of his generous self, Dawood is a very dependable and delightful guy who will always help you in need, stick by your side, copy your wardrobe if it looks good on you, and will never lose his patience with your annoying talks. Always keep rocking, brother!
Murathoty Paul Rohit Popularly known as Paul, this south boy can be recognised as a tall, lean guy walking with his head down and lifting it occasionally to say ‘Hii’ to someone. You will fall short of adjectives to describe this humble earthling of NITR. Need assignments? Need help with understanding something? Need inspiration to start something? The one thing that flashes to your mind is ‘Better Call Paul’. He is that one guy who says “Abe shuru bhi nahi kiya…” but ends up becoming one of the toppers when results come. Try asking him to explain something a night before the exam and his reaction will make sure that you will never ask someone else to explain. During exams Paul sneaks into everyone’s room to find out “Is there anyone who is studying that I haven’t studied?” Quite opposite to his famous saying “picha light (take it easy)” this Guy is often in tension due to exams and assignments. From being sad for no reason at all to being extremely happy, Paul experiences all shades of emotions in a single day. An introvert by nature, Paul is an excellent dancer and a very good Volley ball player. Being kind hearted and sensitive, he never draws into an argument deep enough to hurt others. May you go long on your path of successes, brother!
Nallabale Venkata Ramana Nallaballe Venkata Ramana (Popularly known as ‘Venkat’) with his tongue twisting name is undoubtedly the coolest and the most genuine guy that anyone could come across in the whole of the NITR. Slided into Mechanical from Civil with his best buddy Paul Rohit, this Guy was a very calm and punctual person in his Initial years but has transformed a lot in these four years. If he says ‘no’ to something, one should understand it is not to a good thing to do for him or for anyone. If you are feeling down, spend some time in his company, your spirits shall be lifted again. Such is the aura he carries around him. His grasping power surprises everyone as he pulls off 8 pointer easily just by studying before the exam night. The funny thing about him is his Telugu, even his state-mates won’t understand it sometimes. An excellent cricket player, it is must for him to play a cricket match every Saturday and Sunday. Everything being said, Venkat is a very modest and Kind person who loves spending time with his friends and is a friend whom you can turn to in any kind of situation. Strike your bat of potentials forward brother, and sweep them towards the boundaries of laurels! We wish you all the very best in life.
Neha ChoudhAry Big eyes, wavy brown hair, infectious laughter, high-spirited, ambitious, bold, courageous (except in the vicinity of a lizard), down-to-earth. Her ambience reflects warmth and delight. One of the most vivacious and happy-go-lucky girls. This dusky beauty flaunts her long tresses and was rightly called a Sunsilk model once. A perfect blend of maturity and naive-ness. A strict vegetarian and an amazing cook. She could cook and eat all day long. If you know her, you’re sure to feel smitten by how wonderful she is! Be it all of the aforementioned characteristics or her skilful massaging techniques, she is good at it all. Something that sets her apart from the rest is her willingness to help anyone and everyone regardless of how difficult the circumstances are. While she Alohomoras her love for Harry Potter every now and then, she will undoubtedly Avada Kedavra you with judgement if you’ve not read the books. A rom-com fanatic and is so driven by it that she employs the role of a mushy, fuss-ball boyfriend, flattering our flaws. She is immensely attached to her family, a perfect example of an ideal daughter and a loving sister. She certainly lights up the lives of those she touches. Her favourite junior calls her the “perfectly blended cocktail”. May her kind and cheerful temperament let her scale higher echelon of glories!
Nirveek Kumar Sahoo Popularly known as ‘Lakhan’ owing to his hairy body, this guy breathes sports which is evident from him being in 3 different teams (Football, Volleyball and Kabaddi) in 3 different years. One of the biggest misers who has never given a treat in 4 years, this Guy never misses breakfast, lunch or dinner in mess because he has “paid” for it. A devoted satsangi, this religious guy does his prayers thrice a day in hostel and will also try to persuade you to join Satsang (His frequently used word being “Agyan Jai Guru”). Known for his extraordinary skyping abilities, Nirveek’s Hindi will make you burst out of laughter. Talking of his embarrassing moments, Once he got such call from an unknown person who pretended to be the bank manager of some bank. And he told him that his ATM would be terminated if he won’t say his ATM number to him. At first he didn’t give, but he got so frustrated with his 30 mins of talk over the phone that he gave him the number without any further thought (*Such Innocence, much wow*). A dependable friend, a down to earth and fun loving person, Nirveek is dedicated to what he does. May your Guru lead you to all happiness in the world, and you continue smiling as you do!
Omprakash Das Om Prakash Das, fondly known as ‘Makhija’, is a die-hard KKR Fan. Such is his fanaticism that he is the self-proclaimed Umesh Yadav (Yes! Such is his loyalty to KKR). The first time you come across him, he would appear to be a very naive but once you get to know him, you would see his mischievous side. Always up for strange adventures, OPD is a movie buff. He has a huge collection of movies of any genre and if you are looking to download something in DC, OPD is the man. A gambler in Card games, people find it really difficult to win a game with him. And the way he brags about smallest of things, Om would go on and on with his framed stories and will annoy you till you just let your hand place that amazing punch right on his face. Although still single, OPD is known for his numerous crushes in NITR, some of them being Female HRs of companies during placements. Corporate tastes, we must admit! But on a serious note, Om is a very calm guy with whom you will find it difficult to pick up a fight. He is a great friend whom you will want by your side at tough times. May you traverse long in life, brother!
Ojaswi Sahoo Popularly known as ‘Aja’, Ojaswi is one of the unusual GMATs of the mechanical engineering department. Unusual because he is one of those GMATs from whom you can't expect a help during labs as he will be the one asking for help to others. Reason being, Aja prefers to devote his time only to studying books rather spending time in doing assignments or writing lab records. Normally Ojaswi prefers to stay in his room but if you get to see him during exams, you will find him running all across the corridor to clear his smallest of doubts. Quite introvert by nature, Ojaswi hardly indulges in discussion with anyone but if he does, he will irritate that person to death. A hardcore Sambalpuriya by Heart, Ojaswi is so miser that he can even give Uncle Scrooge a run for his money. Such misery he has never given a treat to anyone during the four years (even after getting placed). Another interesting aspect about Ojaswi is his mysterious market visits. He can be seen riding his bicycle hanging his bag around his shoulders every alternate evening and on asking he would politely say “Abe marketing karne jaa rha hun”. Nevertheless, Ojaswi is one of the most down to earth persons one can come across. We certainly wish him to overcome his misery and achieve greater glories in life.
Pallavi Bal We would really feel sorry for you if you’ve never sighted this stimulating diva around the campus! A blessing to the Mechanical Engineers across the globe, Pallavi defines beauty and grace, and has a mental stronghold of a virtuous and independent lady. For all her extra-curricular activities and attention-grabbing attributes, she’s one of the few who, by the dint of their hard work in academics has been successful in making a steep upwards curve to their CGPA over the successive semesters. Vanity seldom comes to Pallavi, for she knows to demarcate a line between her true friends and the fancy creeps. If you’re in her good books, she’d be a darling for you, and would come to your rescue even at the darkest hours! She’s lively, and always excited to tread on newer territories of life! An extremely dedicated woman, she respects her parents and has always striven to keep them happy and contended. At a personal front, she is a beautiful person, both inside and outside. She fantasies about holidaying in the Bahamas while sipping on cocktails. She is impulsive and never lets you down when it comes to doing something crazy. Sleep deprivation leads her to take decisions which turns her into a “Whiskey Girl’’ at 8 in the morning. We pray your determination takes you to places and fetches you happiness, girl!
Partho Pratim Biswas ‘Partho’ or ‘Parth’ is a shy and reserved Bangladeshi who is one of the most helpful persons you can find in the NIT Campus. He is very caring about his low pointer friends and very often warns them with “Porasuna kor nahole Institute out hoejabi” with a damn serious tone. Partho is known for a lot of things, be it his strange to and fro walk in corridor or his unique way of washing hands. Ardent follower of the Bangla literature, he has all sorts of Bengali classics to read. An extensive user of Patanjali Products, and a singer at heart, the way Partho speaks hindi and pronounces names will make your stomach hurt with laughter. A lazy creature, Partho often skips classes to lay on his bed and stare towards his roof for hours. During his prefinal year, he was worried about not being in any club and thus this foodie ended up joining the “Chef Club” of NITR. But here also his laziness took toll on him and he just attended few meetings when he had to eat some kind of food. Shyness has been his worst enemy as it has always held him back from approaching the members of the other community. Gentle at heart and always eager to help, Partho has a long way to go and we wish him luck for his future.
Prashant Sinha If you ever find a skinny dark guy with shabby clothes, greasy hands and a characteristic sweaty smell, wandering like a doomed spirit in Central Workshop, you just met Sinha! Being one of the most talented engineers of the mechanical 2016 batch, Sinha believes in applying engineering concepts in real life rather than cramming for semester exams. Being a very crucial member of Cyborg's Ecokart team and Institute's BAJA Team, Sinha is well acquainted with all itsy-bitsy stuffs related to automobile engineering. But what he is not is a usual technical nerd, because he will amaze you with his coolness. Talk of Food, Sinha is a vegeterian who proudly enjoys the leftover gravy of Chicken butter masala. A moodie at times, he easily gets bored with regular stuffs and is always eager to explore new things (like always searching for a new Venue to eat out). Also he has the most amazing taste when it comes to girls (Taylor Swift being a huge crush), but he is still single and hopes to mingle with someone of his standard . Sinha can be everything from a movie buff to a famished foodie, but above all he is the most trustworthy friend to have. A friend who will inspire you to think bigger and do better. We hereby acknowledge that Sinha, with all his valor is destined to have a successful life.
Preetam Subudhi The chota pack with the bada dhamaka, Preetam aka ‘Chingudi’, ‘Chotu’ or ‘Pyare’ is perhaps the little heartthrob of the entire branch. Hailing from Rayagada, Preetam is a movie buff, and an insane Kajal Agrawal fan. Enter his room at any hour of the day, and you’ll find him engrossed in a south movie, or a cricket highlight! A jolly spirit, Preetam can make you laugh with his instantaneous remarks in his rough Rayagadia accent. For reasons unknown to most, Preetam finds more solace in browsing the internet and reading notes in his small mobile rather than his laptop. Preetam loves outing, and anything new that strikes his eye is enough to get him excited. Well versed in all concepts, he’s still jumpy at learning new things, and leaves no stone unturned in his semester preparations. Preetam shares a keen inclination towards the egg biriyani, though he is never able to complete one on his own accord. His short height makes him an obvious target to all the jokes and leg pulling within the campus, but he will strike back as the “Chota Don” with his comebacks and would ultimately result in getting trolled to further levels. Despite of his short height, he became successful in serving volleyball to the other side of the net finally after playing for a semester. May you scale more heights of success, brother!
Prithvi Yalamarti If you’re blinded by a thousand watt smile then it’s Yalamarti Subramanyam Krishna Kanaka Prithvi Raj! Conveniently known as ‘Prithvi’ this guy just brands himself as a busy person but does nothing except socializing. For him a typical walk from hostel to department involves meeting with at least 10 different people. Though brought up in Sharjah, he’s a typical Andhraite. Don’t be fooled when he calls himself a ‘foodie’, when what he actually means is that he desires food in generous amounts, and by food it means biryani, that too vegetarian. Though he trumpets aloud that he’s a badass, what he truly is, all mushy, innocent and happy-go-lucky from the inside. Being the zealous person that he is, when he hits the dance floor, he doesn’t holds back and dances like no one’s watching. Naïve, artless and a living embodiment of the south park character ‘Butters Stotch’, his ability to roll with the punches will always leave you astounded. People are drawn towards ‘Prudhvi’ because he’s very accommodating while also being a patient listener. Despite being sensitive, he’s just as forgiving and it’s probably because he is still a child at heart. Initially he might come as being shy, but he changes your notion once you know him. He has only good to speak of everyone, making him a rare gem of a friend.
Rahul Kumar We’d pity you in case you haven’t heard the name of one of the prominent individuals of the branch! Rahul Kumar is an actual story of inspiration, for he is a brilliant cricketer, the president of the UDAAN club, a dancer with some of the most exotic moves, and to cover it all up, one of the toppers with a whopping nine pointer! Rahul is a true loyalist, to his near and dear ones, and would leave no stone unturned in helping them out even in the simplest of issues. His prowess in the cricketing field yet remains unmatched, for his agile physique and acute reflexes make it way difficult for the opponents to crawl for victory. He remains calm and composed even in the most adverse situations, and is noted for solving complex issues with a gentle touch of patience. He is thoroughly humble, and helps out everyone alike, and has no enemies around the campus! He’s unable to contain himself at cultural functions and gatherings and you can find his feet performing magic on the dance floor! Attitude comes natural to such a star, and Rahul can be often caught stroking his hair in public. He is way too sentimental, and can cry like a child upon intoxication. Rahul misses Chennai, the sour food and the sour stuff! We certainly wish our hero a very bright future!
Raj Babbar Raj Babbar is perhaps one of the most popular guys in the campus, or so he likes to feel about himself! Yes, this babu always prefers staying in the limelight, for reasons best known to him. He is probably the lone superstar in the college to have been honored with seven disciplinary hearings, but has survived each of them with swag. Babbar often gets panicky, especially during the exam hours, and one can find him making those numerous strolls from room to room, getting his doubts cleared. For grades, marks and even attendances, he can approach any professor at any hour, even when the faculty is busy offering his prayers at the temple. Many people have heard about his so called delightful love stories around the campus, but one fact that comes as a shock to the many is the wonder that how he has still managed to remain single. He is one true referral during the exam hours, for juniors approach him for previous years question papers as well as the last minute preparation tips. Babbar never denies them help, for he has minutely studied the mannerisms and mindsets of each and every professor in his department. Summing it up, Raj Babbar is a kind and friendly guy, who would never shy away from offering you help. We wish you all the best for your future!
Rajarshi Mondal Rajarshi also known as ‘Rajjo’ (he will kill you if you call him by this nick), has a name which has been murdered by every other person in the institute. Very punctual in his approach, he wakes up at 6:45 in morning and religiously attends everything on time be it breakfast, lunch, classes or even club meetings. A Cool GMAT, everyone in the class survives on his notes and assignments. God forbid, if he doesn’t attend one class, every “notes-writer” in the class will get a call from him. He is also deeply traumatized when it comes to mass bunks, say the word in front of him and expect his wrath. But above all, Rajarshi owns the Social network be it facebook, Whatsapp, Google+ or even webmail. He might not pick up your call but there is no chance in hell that he will not reply to an online message. Rajarshi is also known for bragging, who once said that “3 girls proposed him within 2 days” and everyone was stunned. Jokes Apart, Rajarshi is a very hardworking and a fun loving person who has entertained us in all these four years via his “nerdy jokes”, “Unisex hindi” and “Facebook activities”. With the kind of dedication he puts in his work, this “Babu Moshai” is sure to reach exceptional heights in his career.
Rajesh Ranjan Rajesh AKA ‘Chintu’ is notorious for using some of the very far-fetched dialogues in the history of engineering, one of them being “mujhe kuch nahin aata, mera summer lag raha hai.” Surprisingly, the result of all this nautanki is a nine pointer! That’s Rajesh Ranjan for you. Of course, Raju is always prepared for the semesters, and is very well adept in all the concepts of mechanical engineering. He always takes pride in being the only one from Jahanabad to have qualified for a NIT (Don’t believe us, ask the HRs from the companies he has sat for). Apart from the studies, Raju is a self-proclaimed fast pacer who is the star of the corridor cricket. Unfortunately, his innings end in a very tragic manner, for he’s noted for being hit in the stumps with occasional disfiguring of the balls (pun intended). Raju is very insecure when it comes to his private activities, so much that once he even set a password on his dialer to prevent his friends from knowing who he has been in talking terms with. Raju is a player, and very famous for regularly getting blocked on Facebook. Cheesy lines come natural to Raju, but he is a friend to friends, and is one of the most sensible guys in our department with an unmatched amicable nature who is never ever distressed.
Rajooru Satish Reddy Satish a.k.a ‘Sattipandu’ or ‘Mamu’ is one of the most hardworking person of NITR. The unmatched dedication he holds for his AUV (Autonomous Underwater Vehicle) is hailed by everyone in his batch who knows him. Satish has spent half of his B.Tech life in workshop to work for his AUV team. When others in his team gave up in the middle, this guy stood like a wall and worked tirelessly day and night, till his AUV got ready. From being into Cyborg to the Gokart Team of ASME, this reserved and shy Techie has donned many hats in his 4 years of engineering life. A passionate coder, this Mechanical Undergrad aims to pursue MS in computer science. If someone says something bad about computer science, he'll the first to react with his arguments against it and if someone says something bad about Mechanical, he'll add to it (No, Seriously he does that!). Phobic towards the fairer sex, this guy has had a one sided love story since class 8th and his conversations with his crush are a huge gossip material his friends. All being said, Satish is a very decent, calm and helpful person. If you ever get a chance to peek inside his large glasses, you will cherish knowing a true human being for life.
Ramakrishnamraju Bhupathiraju Ramakrishnam Raju a.k.a Rakhi, Juvva & Raju is a die-hard Prabhas fan (even to the extent of marrying him for life) and a hardcore foodie. In his 1st year, he used to give a hateful glare to those who didn’t bath for 2 days and now Raju, himself bathes once a week (Such is the Four year transformation). An ardent customer of Jack & Jones, stylish and good-looking Raju can be found wearing the same attire for days (even though he has a large wardrobe). Although he has placed a pair of luggage each in Hall 7 and Hall 5, he ends up sleeping in his friend’s room. Damn lazy to charge even his own phone, Raju gets trolled when he complains that organic stuff makes him high for 2 days (Yes!). Always seen shouting “Juvva lepu” & “Aripinchavga”, this cordial guy mingles very easily with the people he cares about. A really good Chess player, this future “EXL Service” employee will make you go nuts when it comes to solving puzzles. Above everything, Raju is a really nice guy who has an amazing sense of humour. Always cool and calm, Raju looks at brighter aspects of life and enjoys it to the fullest. He is one friend you will crave for and one person who will leave an impression for a lifetime.
Ratikanta Behera Ratikanta, popularly hailed as ‘Rati Bhai’ is one of the most sociable beings at NITR. If there is an accolade for maintaining the highest number of friends, Rati Bhai definitely deserves it. This staunch Odia pila is adored by one and all for his teddy looks and cute smile. Famous for his bargaining skills and his amicable nature, Rati Bhai is your go to guy for organising a party or an event. An ardent Sallu fan and a hardcore cricket lover, Rati turns up anywhere and everywhere to get a glimpse of scores. This Yuvraj Singh Fan even tried a lot to look like Yuvi but ended up having a pot shaped belly. One of the laziest creatures ever made, Rati Bhai is a rarely seen celebrity notable to make guest appearances in some selected classes. Having said that, Rati Bhai is a great friend to accompany you to parties, movies and trips. Always ready to lend you money, this money bank will be missed a lot by his devoted borrowers. His endless tales and a comforting smile ever constant on his lips will make you smile even when life hits you hard. We wish our Rati Bhai always remains the same charming person that he is and achieve everything that he has dreamt of. Way to go, brother!
Rishabh Gautam Rishabh, popularly known as ‘RG’, ‘Bulbul’ or ‘Mota’ is one guy who slided from the Civils to the Mechies after his first year. An indispensable member of the ‘AASRA’ and ‘KARATE’ club he is really passionate about his work. From helping small children in their studies to kicking his opponents’ butt in karate, this chubby guy does it all. Normally, with a calm and composed demeanour RG never misses to hit on girls. Accompany him during evening walk, this gentleman will talk about stuffs like “which girl is single?” “How to approach a particular girl?” etc. Once he bragged about coming 4th in swimming competition, but when asked “how many participants were there?” he replied ‘four’ and people laughed out hysterically. A very cheerful guy, he takes things on his stride. When rejected by some company he will come out saying “Sali Agli company kaunsi hai?” A person who has been pivotal in keeping the North-East zone intact, this kind Assamese always encourages his juniors to do well. Though annoying at times when he pulls your leg, this guy is great company to hangout in CP or COC. He will be always be remembered as someone who enjoys living life positively, a friend of both good and bad times and most importantly a human being truly pure and genuine by heart.
Rudra Narayan Das Rudra aka ‘Rama’ is one of those rare chocolate boys Kendrapada houses with full pride and valour. He’s one of the sweetest persons you’ll ever meet, with charms analogous to a Hollywood superstar and timidity well comparable to a three year old. Rudra fears darkness, and all the entities that come with the package. For of course he still requires a roommate in his final year in spite of the sweet fruits a single room brings along! Rudra pays close attention to his looks and hair, and can be often noted checking himself wherever he finds a mirror. A true Virat Kohli fan, he would fight with you till eternity in case you do not favor his idol. He’s himself a very good spin bowler as well as a football player, but one rarely sees him playing. Dedication and strong will being his primary attributes, Rudra seldom likes to work hard. He might come as a calm person at first but once you get to know him, he’s a hell of a company! Rudra has maintained his own personal army who set out to taste at any food outlet within Rourkela in their free time! Yep, his wallet is never empty. Overall, Rudra is humble, helping and trustworthy and definitely not someone you can miss out in your friend list. Traverse a delightful road in life, brother!
Sandeep Kumar Sahoo Sandeep aka Sandy is the player of the branch. Yes, we’re talking about cricket as well as the nocturnal sports, that he carries out with so much efficiency and enthusiasm, Sandeep is an atheist who religiously believes that hard work is the only key to success. He studies hard for his subjects and is a wonderful teacher too, for he can clear out your doubts in the best possible manner. A soft personality, with a good sense of humor and innocence, adorned with a child-like smile and big ears; "Bhasi gala" is what he says for matters he needs to worry about the most. Another important aspect of being friends with Sandeep is that he would try to cover up for you from people who would try to annoy or ask for undesirable help. But consequently, he would end up in helping them all the same, much to his disappointment. Sandeep gets terrified if anyone asks him for a proxy, and is always concerned about keeping a decent attendance status in the class. Another exciting reason to be his friend is that his mother prepares the best chicken curry in the entire city, which perhaps explains the amount of people flocking to be in his circle. Sandeep has dreams of touching the sky, but never forgets to stay rooted to his ideals and principles. Way to go, brother!
Sankha Sai Sandeep A plethora of knowledge, charisma, sentimental, dedicated, intelligent and a flawless speaker. This Chanakya Neeti fan is what best describes the perfect avatar a man must claim. You can recognize this Malkangiri hero from his melodious & raspy voice With in-depth knowledge in economics, politics and Indian history, he was the Chief coordinator of Cognizen. He is one guy who celebrates your victories as if they are his. He is one friend who will encourage you when you are down and is always ready to lend ears to your problems. You could dearly call him, “Man of Steel.” Loved by seniors, preferred by batch-mates and idealized by juniors, this glorious boy fulfils the rules of friendship. On return from hometown he serenades his friends with lots of toffees and cakes. A die-hard fan of south-Indian movies. His predilection for spiritualism made him attend Voice club. A firm believer of a simple & sober life but a true wanderlust. Despite his late night chats, this “Maa ka Ladla” knows he is destined for an arranged wedlock. A vivid follower, reader and writer of Quora and finds it more entertaining than Facebook. If it weren’t for his late night classes before exams, his friends would be having multiple backlogs. He is the ideal son who every Indian parent wishes to have (Sharmaji ka Beta) and a friend everybody cherishes.
Saurav Kumar Definitely one of the humblest and nicest guys in NITR, Saurav Kumar a.k.a “chuchu” is a friend to all. Saurav refers to that ideal school kid who tries to lead a disciplined life but tends to forget that he lives in a hostel full of friends ready to take him to hell and back. This creature gets tensed by the smallest of problems and you can simply imagine from the fact that if the position of his items is swapped he gets furious. He makes such an expression when he is tensed that one is forced to give him a helping hand. He is a mama’s boy, tells everything to her and follows whatever she says. Saurav is one Raju Rastogi, who gets a full transformation in his four years of B.Tech career and finally molds into a jolly and mischievous prick. One look at him, and he can pass on as a shy, baby-faced nerd, but once you get to know him, he’s the life of the party. He does the best impressions of certain people commonly disliked by the group and recounts some of the most humorous tales. Apart from these Saurav is a very kind hearted person. He is detail-oriented, career focused professional, and most important of all, a modest caring guy who will be always there at the time of need. (Except when lending his bicycle.)
Setty Rama Krishna Popularly known as Setty by everyone, people also call him by his initials SRK and GM after his placement in General Motors. With charming looks and a cool demeanor, Setty is the calmest and most reasonable guy you shall meet in your life. In his four years of college, he never picked up a fight with anyone. Even if you argue with him, he will disagree with you with a smile, sometimes even with a laugh. An avid reader, a cricket lover, a story writer, Very few people know that Setty is such a pack of talent. Very persuasive in his approach, Setty can gather people to attend a show or go out to a restaurant even if it means dragging the person out of his bed. Always confident in tough situations be it studying for GRE, placements or research Project, for Setty everything is a piece of cake. And please don’t judge him by his slim physique, because he is a big foodie who has a permanent relationship with chicken (especially Biryani) and mocks vegetarians for not tasting the ‘real food’. Nowadays, Setty is even rumored to be in love with a junior girl and we hope his love story ends well. Overall Setty is a very reliable and motivating friend who will always care for you and will listen to you when no one else will.
Somya Ranjan Bag Popular by his surname ‘Bag’, he is one of the humblest persons in the branch. With a childish smile on his face, Bag is often mistaken as a school going kid by many. But appearances can be deceptive, as Bag can crack you up with his silly actions and raw innocence. If somehow he happens to be in your lab group he will keep you entertained through his serious PJs and matured talks. As someone who hardly does any assignments or experiments himself, Bag safely manages to get good grades sometimes due to his smartness or the innocence he puts up. Hardly known to people outside his friend circle, Bag loves to live in his own little world. Always desperate to go his home, this localite from Jharsuguda doesn't leave a single chance to spend his holidays with his family. A Cricket lover by heart, Bag can be often seen discussing trivial facts of game and at times come across as a roaring tiger when he doesn't agree with you in a cricket discussion. Jokes apart, he is one of the nicest human beings you’d meet. He is one of the most innocent persons of our batch who is himself unaware of his immaculate sense of humour. We hope for your prosperityy on the path to your goals!
Soumya Ranjan Behera Popularly known as ‘Somo’ (Read ‘Sumo’) is a well-known “Rowdy” of the odia group as no one in the group dares to go against him. Former Captain of Hall-3 baseball team who never fielded owing to his laziness, he now holds even bigger responsibility of being the captain of 'HALL 8 D Block ODIA GALI Cricket team'. An ardent fan of Chennai Super Kings and Manchester United, SRB gets sentimental and can go to the extent of harming a person physically when any harsh comment against either of the two teams is made. Such is his fondness for ManU that he owns a Manchester United T-shirt of worth Rs. 4000/- and also gives an ‘ANDA PARTY’ to his friends whenever Manchester United wins a match. In first year, Somo used to get furious whenever a person passing by greets him using slang. But little did he know, that the disease would grope him eventually. Apart from being known for his sad love stories, Somo is one of the most helpful, logical and decent friends to have. With his excellent managerial skills and leadership qualities, Somo can get anything done and dusted for you if you need his help or say in any matter. May you go on to carve out that wondrous path for yourself in the near future, brother!
Soumya Saswat Panda Better acknowledged by his initials, SSP spells out an enchanting fable. May it be academics, oratory, or even an extracurricular activity, one can’t find a competitor more dedicated than this guy. The ultimate setting master, he has a contact in every department of the institute and can arrange a vehicle for you at any time of the day. Wit and sarcasm come naturally to him, for he’s widely famed for his outstanding comebacks and sly remarks. But he is blessed with a heart of gold, for he would help you out in any way possible or run even the silliest of errands for you, if you’re in his good books. One of the most talented minds at NIT, SSP earns a wholesome scholarship throughout the year but spends it very miserly. Catch him at Polaris during the weekends, and his desolate tales would ache your heart with laughter. SSP has only failed at two fronts during his B.Tech career – losing weight and approaching girls. He’s scared of darkness and ghosts and has a grotesque collection of odd Punjabi beats and EDM tracks. This sentimental fellow is a staunch devotee of Salman Khan. Ambitions define SSP, for he’s the one who can ignore a call from IIM-I for better opportunities! Overall, SSP is a perfect partner in crime, modest and jolly, and a brother like figure to everyone alike.
Sourav De Popularly known as ‘De’ this bengali is a true personification of the term “GMAT”. He is the only fellow in entire department who meticulously maintains a separate notebook for every subject, and also listens to the most boring lectures with rapt attention. Always fearful about exams, assignments and placements, Sourav writes literally everything the Prof is telling or even murmuring. Staying in a single room since 2nd yr, this Fan of ‘Pasha Bhai’ has used his privacy with perfection. Initially a shy and introvert type of person who was quite allergic to the fairer sex, De has shown a remarkable transformation since his 2nd semester. Talking of embarrassing moments, De is someone who gets trolled again and again. During his Internship in TATA Steel, someone told him that he might get a PPO so he started wearing formals and sincerely doing his project till his guide told him out of frustration that he won't get a PPO no matter what. A great fan of Russian technology and Sukhoi fighter jets, he even plans to get settled in Russia some day. As a typical Bengali, his favorite food is “maacher jhol” which he would gobble up in an instant if he lays his eyes. All these things apart, he is a guy with a great heart and an all-day cheerful face. We pray for your longevity in the success trade-offs!
Sowmya Peri Belonging to the rare breed of “ME” girls, Sowmya is one of the high pointers in her class and breaking most stereotypes as a staunch feminist and a ferocious debater. Her sensitivity towards her name is a point worth mentioning. It is Sowmya with a “w” and not even the professors who make this mistake are spared. A self proclaimed introvert and even branded as a “GMAT”. She is a person who would greet you with a “Hi” every time she meets you. She perfectly knows how to balance between curricular and extracurricular activities while everyone else is trying hard enough to attend morning classes. She is full of contradictions. She can be the most silent person in the room or yell at the top her voice when angered. Another quality of hers is the sheer boldness by virtue which has thrusted her into trouble as well. Never judge a book by its cover, and never judge Sowmya by her appearance. A give-away South Indian with an extremely thin physique, she can give the person paying the bill a heart attack, by the amount of food she eats. All her friends know that she has a heart of gold and can spread smiles and joys easily. Her elegance and agility would carve out a very glorious path in life and lead her to all the glories she rightfully deserves!
Suraj Karra The one person you see in crowd showing those sexy dance moves, we give you ‘The Suraj Karra’. Popular by his surname ‘Karra’ among his friends, life of this Mavericks’ President can be described in three words: Girls, Dance and Phone (Not in an order of priority). With the kind of flamboyant and easygoing personality he embodies, many people can't imagine the hard-work, dedication and creativity he puts in for his club. He is cool as a cucumber even on his roughest day. A last bencher to core who starts preparing for exams in very last minute, Suraj amazed everyone when he qualified for almost written exam during placements till he finally managed to get a Super-dream job in Futures First. A self-proclaimed lover of biryani, so much so that in every restaurant he visits, biryani is the only thing that he orders. There are only a few people who stand up to everyone's expectations and Suraj is definitely one of them. He amazes people beyond their imagination with his unique theories about life and his talks will make you long for his companionship. He totally satisfies the quote 'A friend in need is a friend indeed'. His practical nature, totally unique thoughts and skills to handle any situation will surely fulfill his dream of opening a school. We wish you all the best for your future endeavors!
Swapnil Kashyap Behold the Bihari babu of our branch, for he truly is a smart-ass! Swapnil is witty, humorous and jolly to a large extent, and would definitely become an inextricable part of your lives if you spend a lot of time with him. He’s deeply sensitive to remarks from strangers and wouldn’t hesitate to retort back. But be his friend and your pass for insulting him on a daily basis would be given a lifelong validity. His first year tales of seclusion are something best kept secret, but Swapnil loves to party, and can totally enthrall you with his desi steps. Swapnil is a perpetual thinker, who is always engrossed in thoughts about various segments of life and more, and anything in the world bereft of the ideality of his thoughts is going to leave him scarred for life. Whenever he is not thinking or sulking, Swapnil is busy in his sketches. Though he claims to be an amateur, his sketches sometimes can reveal very deep thoughts and can play strongly with your mind. Swapnil loves to please his professors, and thereby maintains a very low profile in the classroom’s decibel levels. But he would never deny to a mass bunk or a hangout. Swapnil is a rare possession as a friend, for he can listen to you for hours, and would always come to your rescue.
Swarup Kumar Subudhi Do not get intimidated by those eyes, for they house in a complete ecosystem of panache, art and intellect. Swarup aka SKS is a true cool dude, for he has a penchant to be calm, composed and in complete fashion, even when life gives him lemons. Yes, Swarup has had a very sorry experience in his encounter with the fairer sex, for there goes an axiom stating that whenever he likes a girl she is bound to have a boyfriend, or a dark past or both. But Swarup never gives up, and his perseverance is impressive when it comes to pursuing ladies. Swarup is kind of a freeloader, who manages to get his meals sponsored, for he occasionally goes broke due to his investments in unyielding territories. Jokes apart, Swarup is one of the most talented mechanical engineers around the campus, with a passion for design that matches none. He’s responsible for establishing a reputed designers’ society within the campus. Swarup is highly intellectual, who dwells on concepts but seldom studies. Blessed with a very affectionate roommate, SKS cares for his buddies and would never hesitate to help if it’s within his bounds. Still carefree as a child, Swarup seldom worries about life. We do hope life to be fair to his talents, and shower numerous glories upon him!
Tanmoy Rakshit A passionate swimmer and an incessant fitness freak when he is not high which is like every fortnight; this is Tanmoy, popularly known a Tannu, Tommy, or The Rocky. Tanmoy with his receding hairline is one of the most overenthusiastic guy in NITR. Someone who has got this short lived fascination for almost anything cool that he comes across. At times he gets so excited that he does not hesitate to hit the pavement while riding his scooter when he sees a beautiful girl passing by. His sheer determination and hard work has enabled him to achieve great heights. An ardent fan of Pink Floyd and a wonderful guitarist, he often ends up asking a girl out after his performance, though with no positive reply. Apart from everything mentioned before, his love for discussion and meditation takes him places from campus to friends’ rooms where he dozes off and eventually wakes up next day finding multiple missed calls from his guide. He does whatever he wishes to do, and this attitude has indeed enabled him to excel in nearly all fields that he has been involved in, whether it is extra-curricular activities or academics. He's the guy who values friendship above everything and someone whose laugh is funnier than the joke per se.
Tushar Disankit We are totally sure that you wouldn’t have heard of this person in the very four years of your life! Not your fault though, Baba Tushar loves to grace only the fortunate. And those who are fortunate enough to be graced by his presence and aura would tell you how great an individual this person actually is. Hailing from Berhampur, Tushar is a true gem. He would never deny if you ask him for help in studies, personal issues or even a loan. Tushar is actually depicted as a sage because he is totally quarantined from the hustle or bustle of the B.Tech life. He wakes, attends classes, studies and sleeps according to the will of his own heart. Even God isn’t allowed to intervene in his schedule, Tushar makes sure of that! A true gentleman, Tushar lives a very healthy life for he sleeps and wakes up at regular hours, and carries his work without bearing a woe. Of course the circumstances that have led to such a transformation are truly noteworthy, for they took a deep turn in this boy’s life and made him what he is today. Funny to note, Tushar is a pro at making sarcastic comebacks, or making up the most brilliant satires on his buddies. We wish you a healthy life and a successful career!
Utkarsh Kannaujia Popularly Known as UK, this guy from Uttarakhand adorns a healthy body build and can be often seen flaunting his Wolverine type beard. At times a super angry psycho, UK can beat the shit out of you if you ever try to push his tolerant boundaries. UK loves the gym and is fond of WWE. His favourite quote from WWE is “What’s your name, huh it does not matter what your name is” which he never shies away from stating. Highly concerned about his academics, UK uninstalls DC++ so that he can study but later comes up with a movie request to download a movie for him. Hopelessly romantic, UK is known among his friends for discussing crushes and planning tactics to lure them (Although none of them ever bore a fruit). Rumour has it that UK and his friend once fell in love with the same girl at campus. Then this hopeless romantic tried all ways to demotivate his friend to pave the path clear for him. Alas, UK did not get the very same chick for himself either. Jokes apart, this humble and jolly guy holds a huge respect towards his family and loves his friends a lot. We heartily pray you to travel a long way on the path of successes and glories!
Vamsi Kanakam Kanakam Vamsi is popularly known by his Surname ‘Kanakam’ than his actual name. The first thought that comes to his friends when they see him is the mess food; he not only eats that crap in large amounts but also explains to his every friend about his preference to the said action. He is so possessive about his belongings that once you take anything from him he will fall right behind you to take it back. He cares for his body all the time and keeps on asking what all things he must do to lose his weight. Very competitive in nature, he strives to his full potential to win in any computer game you play with him. An Automobile nerd, he keeps on reading stuffs related to automobiles during his free time. Also Kanakam is a big GMAT who takes a lot of tension and is always bothered about his marks. A tale of his honesty depicts him being caught up by a traffic police once in recent times. Kanakam very innocently went upto him and told him that he has his Driving licence in his hometown (Jeypore) and paid the fine for same. Overall, Kanakam is a very entertaining person who will make you laugh through his words and his silly actions. May you find yourself getting imprinted on the golden pages of glories!
Vikash Singh Vikash, popularly known by his very famous nick ‘Boombat’ (from the ooh la la song) is notoriously acclaimed for his endless debates and lectures on almost every single issue around the globe. It wouldn’t be wrong for him to be analogous to the Arnab Goswami, for Vikash never listens to anybody else when he speaks, nor does he give them a chance. With fats bulging all around the corners, Vikash still feels he’s fit and smart, and wouldn’t take your opinion otherwise. A fond foodie, Vikash loves the egg roll from Jo’z and can even sacrifice dinner for panipuri at the Hexagon. Rumour has it that once Vikash mistook the fingerbowl at a certain restaurant for ‘a digestive drink’ and gulped it. Vikash also claims to be as straight as a stick, but we shall keep that for later debates (just kidding bro!). Vikash is very particular about his routine, and wakes up early even on holidays. Moreover, he seeks pleasure in knocking at the doors of his nocturnal buddies. Highly patriotic, Vikash prides on his army background. Lost in his own tune, Vikash is one of those ever cheerful persons who can do anything for his friends and batchmates. The Mechies are glad to share a classroom with you brother! We certainly hope his dreams of opening an NGO and settling in the Himalayas come true!
Vivek Kulhar The CR of the branch, Kulhar is a Marwari from Rajasthan, with the sporty French beard and the delightful accent. Hailing from an all-boys school, Kulhar found heaven at NIT, and after a series of attempts managed to get into the elite club of romance. He uses the library as his command centre for carrying out his daily affairs, but gets all serious about studies when anyone points a finger at his activities. Of course he seldom studies, but is an excellent swimmer, yoga enthusiast and an ardent reader. Kulhar is never seen without earphones. And can be often found humming lyrics of English songs, particularly Coldplay. His works as a class representative are highly praiseworthy for he has relieved his branch-mates of many classes, particularly those from the 3Ms. Kulhar loves pulling legs and irritating people, and never minds getting trolled when his jokes fire back at him. He can never sacrifice his siesta, which he has after gulping a litre of coffee at 12 in the night, even though he is close to a grade back in his subject. A movie buff, he has his daily dose of at least one Hollywood film, and he just loves animes. He loves adventures, and never misses out on the opportunity to help his friends out. We are way too sure of him grabbing a ton of laurels on his path of life!
Vivek Kumar Singh This guy is basically layers of honesty and good will that covers his golden heart. A friend who will always be there for you. His sense of spontaneity is unmatched, so is his multitasking skills. He would be watching a movie while studying for a tough paper that he would have the following day. Loves to sleep but the beds in NITR are too small for him so he has to squeeze in. In short, this guy is a friend everyone would want but few are lucky to have him. Even the manager of The Taj should take tips from this guy on how to keep a room clean and organized. Too honest to manipulate anything while doing experiments. Give this man a coupon for unlimited food, a handful of movies and series and you won’t find this guy outside his room ever again. His ever-so-daring dialogue is “beta mein mere baap ke alawa kisi ke samne nahi jhuknewala hun.” A very good designer keeping aesthetics in mind, perfectionist, a foodie which is clearly visible from his body and a perfect Mechanical engineer. You just name a movie available in dc he would have seen. His pastime is editing photos in his phone which is as big as him. Anybody would be lucky to have made an acquaintance with this big bundle of joy.
Waseem Abdullahi Neatly groomed, well-dressed, handsome and a heartthrob. This guy not only exuberates charm but also the tact to handle complex situations. Blatant and sly replies are his forte. Loves studying and loves to teach his friends even. Over a cumulative period of four years his lab mates have only passed due to the work of this dedicated chap. If you want a way to his heart then flowers and chocolates should do the deed. A die-hard fan of Apple products and tags every other phone as “dabbas.” Loves teasing his friends but at the same time very gentle. Some of his friends lovingly call him a vampire. There have been instances where junior girls indirectly ask him out and being a diplomat that he is, this bloke would reject the offer smoothly in his own manner. His friends are astounded by his neat presentation and his skill when it comes to aesthetics. Although gym helps, this chap could still gobble up the meal for three people and remain as fit as ever. Cheering his friends during difficult times is his full time job as one of the gentlest beings at NIT. Aeronautics is his passion and may this passion reach heights beyond the horizon. A good student, an amazing friend, a son his parents are proud to have and a loving brother to his siblings.
Zameer Alam Zameer Alam AKA Tabrej, Tau, Alum, Bush, Jhadi, Zamjar, Sameera, Taubau –well the list would go on. Although his nicknames keep changing every semester, the one thing that hasn’t changed over the years is his characterstic Tere naam hairstyle and carefree attitude. Reason being, he still believes that this peculiar hair cut will get him a girlfriend. His list of crushes in NITR is very long but unfortunately “Zamirwa” is still single. From mimicking someone to making fictional stories about friends, Zameer will make you go mad with laughter. Be it playing Volleyball, Cards or Carrom overnight, this fast bowler is always in search of something new to entertain him. It was during his 3rd year that he got a troublesome roommate, and friends would ask him whether he was a victim of domestic violence or not. Afraid of getting GPL and escaping from it every year, it was in 3rd year that Zameer finally got caught and was totally scarred for life, literally. Throughout his B.Tech life, he is still the same simple, understanding, entertaining and happy-go-lucky guy. Classes were and would never be a priority for Zameer, and he can go on bunking as many as his friends would ask him to. May you seek your desires and happiness at a very early stage of life!
vipul vaibhav Vipul proudly calls himself “Ambitious Vipul Vaibhav” is THE BIGGEST GMAT of Our batch who is popularly known as “CHATUR”. A very Serious IAS Aspirant, Vipul expends big amount every other month to purchase video subscriptions and books of different Coaching Institutes of country. A known face among professors, this Teachers pet maintains notes religiously and purchases every book recommended by professors. Highly Active in Social network, this Guy has friends from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and also has around 3 to 4 Facebook accounts which he manages as per requirement (Like sending Friend request to same girl from different accounts).Quite famous among girls for not so good reasons, this Tharki tries to Flirt with every other girl in and outside NIT and ends up getting blocked by many. A Hard Core Nonvegetarian, Vipul loves Chicken more than his girlfriends and is always ready to dine at different Venues. Living a King Size life, he is Fond of purchasing branded clothes and would later brag about high prices of his belongings. Be it his TITAN watch, Adidas T-Shirts and Reebok Shoes, this Guy’s clothes are worth more than himself. Jokes apart, Vipul is a very hardworking and determined person. He is one friend whose company you will enjoy and memories with him you will cherish for a lifetime. We wish Vipul all luck in his IAS Endeavours.
SAKILA HANSDAH “Sakila” the name itself contains a mysterious character. Sakila Hansdah aka “sakku” or “chota sakil” short heighted guy having cherish smile in his face always. This small package can sing, dance, paint and plays musical instrument very well. He is a Loverboy and a huge cricket fan. A valued member of AASRA club this guy hearts always goes to the people in need and he loves to play with sector 21 kids. Above all he is a family person. Every time any type of work his family needs to be done, he is the only son to solve that and keep motivating all his younger brother and sisters to study well and take care of parents. Any time you just have a conversation with him, it won’t take you much time to realise his amazing personality with down to earth nature. He is an ardent fan of cricket, Odia movies and songs. This multitalented guy lives his life -pura kacchh ke means doing something perfectly.
Sambit Kumar Sambit Kumar who is popularly known as “SAMBA” is a fun-loving guy. He believes in enjoying life the fullest without any worry. He is the most chivalrous guy you would come across and is very friendly. Name a game which he doesn’t play? Be it cricket, football, badminton, table tennis, pool, swimming, volley ball, basketball this athlete has not tried or play but has learnt all the tactics and has tried to master these games. He is the “Jugaadu” of our branch and you will never regret being his lab partner as all the experiments will be completed way before time due to his jugaadu skills. He has great talent in escaping problem easily and completing important things just before time or making an awesome excuse. Without much effort he is one of the Profs’ and also PhD pets because of his soft spoken skills. At the first interaction he becomes the girls’ fav, all because of his charm and play boyish nature. He likes to travel, eat all types of Biryani there is, take pictures but not post them on social media. This golden heart guy not just loves to spend handsome money on his Supra shoes or Tommy Hilfiger shirts, but also loves spend likewise for his friends! What word can be used for a friend who gets ready to party with his friends even at the most crisis of times!
PRAMOD KUMAR MEENA Hailing from the land of royalty and sand, Meena is one of the most desi guy in NIT. He is a proud Rajasthani and always cherishes the simple life of village. He is famous for his aggressive mood and suttta. Every semester he makes a resolution to quit smoking and follow the strict policy for consecutive 10 days. But in the end breaks down under the pressure of classes and lab. During his final year project his performance was out of ordinary and everyone was amazed see our beloved Meena work. But thanks to the awesome mentality of department, no matter how much you work you will be judged on the basic of CGPA, he got C grade making him lose all interest. His talking style as well as expressions can make anyone laugh. He can laugh without any joke. No dialogue of Meena is complete without his tag line: “Hain jiji ke”. He is a simple guy with big heart (Dilwale) and true “yaaro ka yaar”.
Sradhanjalli Patra Sradhanjalli Patra (aka Sha, tomboy): The one and only girl (wannabe boy) of our entire dual degree, wannabe doctor accidentally becoming engineer is Sradhanjalli Patra. Always with a helping hand, she was the artist for us during our lab days as she used to complete all the diagrams for us irrespective of the time. And always remind us of doing these favours. Straight forward (had serious fight with 11 NIT batch mates), carefree (doesn’t give a damn about what the world think) and is someone, who just follows her conscience/heart. A Korean freak who has watched the maximum no. of Korean series. Her bindass attitude and the over talkativeness may have earned her the title of Tomboy but she is pretty much a girl who is just like a coconut, hard from outside but soft and emotional from inside. A freindiaphobic (fear of losing friends), still she changed her friends every year, and got a new set of friends each year. She is obsessed with Jon Snow and a big diehard fan of GOT series. A coolest friend to hang out with, she is helping, caring and above all, very honest in her relations. Her logical perceptive for all situations will definitely leave you amazed.
Sachin Sagoo Sachin Sagoo aka horror aka Haryanvi is a short-tempered cool guy with a good Haryanvi sense of humour. An ardent lover of anime and Hollywood movie. His mobile is filled up with pictures of him in Shahrukh Khan’s pose. His gaming expertise is unmatched and seems very obvious in CS, where he is also known as The Horror, can easily wreak havoc and frustrate the opposition thanks to his immaculate hand-eye coordination. Although possessing a petite frame, this guy can take on the biggest of guys by virtue of his confidence and strong will, and is quite famous among the ladies for his easy go attitude. He is a kind hearted guy who has always believed friendship is more important than anything else. He has always lived by his choice and never regretted on that. With a special ability of always falling for the committed girls, this guy is still searching for girlfriend. Always found providing software consultancy (solving lappy software problems) to girls and in return demanding chocolates.
T Sai RaviTeja Sai Ravi Teja aka 'Mabbu', 'SRT' is hardly known by his actual name. He is known for his juvenile and 'out of the box' sense of humour. He can make anyone around him laugh not for the joke he made but his adorable facial expressions and body language. He is showered with love equally from both the genders. In the boy’s hostel, he is often cuddled (seriously!!). A big follower of NaMo and MSD. With his amazingly good looks, kind heart and awesome sense of humour he can easily be touted as the most eligible bachelor of our institute. He is found with his chum and classmate so much that people mistake them for a couple. He is a food lover who never says that he is full and always ready to try new exciting dishes. Only the person in whole NITR who wakes up at 8 in the morning just to have breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays. You will never see him angry in any situation except when you take his food. He is known for his amazing CS skill as he is killed with in first 30 sec of game. He is always the silent spectator when it comes to arguments. He is a must have friend who is very innocent at heart. Nothing is complete without his stupid jokes or his dumb activities, be it a party, watching movie or even going to mess. .
Ajay Singh Ajay aka lambu, motu, manu is a U.P. guy from the core of his heart. A lively, confident and amazing person who holds the dictionary of life where the word “JUGAD” is omnipresent. It doesn’t matter what the weather is when you are with him as his philosophy “ki kuch na kuch to dhang ka jarur kar hi lenge” keeps the lively spirit awake within you. He is the sole reason why night canteen and tea stalls get profit in NIT. Popular for his “Casanova” role in the institute, is found day long roaming with girls. But wait a minute, it is not his persona that attract girls, rather his easy availability to accompany them which makes him so popular. The Mitacs guy, a lover of America be it job, internship or crazy fantasies. He is a true fan of Pasha Bhai’s work and is updated with the latest happenings in that domain. With the attitude he has, this guy is simply loved by his close friends. A comrade to trust upon. We just hope that his dream of doing PhD with a hot chick by his side comes true.
sidhartha mohapatra Siddharth Mohapatra (aka siddy) is one of the most well-known students of electrical department, every professor who taught him comes to remember him because of his attitude. He is an ardent sports lover who plays almost every game at NITR. It is one of the unsolved mysteries of NIT Rourkela how he gets to score the highest in exams, even though he sleeps in the class. We will forever remember the incident when siddy just walked out of the class, when the professor asked the uninterested students to leave from the class. He is much superstitious when it comes about Indian cricket team (doesn’t eat non veg during important tournaments). He is so lazy that he even skipped to collect his gold medal, for toppers in the department, consecutively thrice. He is one such guy who tries to do anything for the rescue of his friend. We wish him all the best for his future.
Vineeth Kashyap Vineeth a.k.a kashyap is crazy, fun-loving, ambitious and a borderline pervert. When you spend enough time with him you get a feeling that his brain stopped developing after teenage. This immature behaviour may annoy most people but he more than compensates for it with his 'no questions asked' friendship. He is one of those people who has all riches in his hand but is very down to earth and gives importance to people over money. He is very popular among his batch mates and juniors for his vintage and lethal ‘APACHE’. Whenever he is asked to pose for a picture, he comes up with a ‘Chandler Bing’ smile. One would never get a straight decent answer without sarcasm from him for any question. His hyderabadi slang and adaption of Pawan Kalyan (hero) mannerism and, his satiric attitude makes popular among his friends batch, he never misses any of his film. . He comes in the elite group of loyal downloaders of Pashabhai files. You can never find a person who is more patient, true and non-judgmental. He loves his friends to the core and is always ready to help them. He is one friend who you can always depend on!
Vaishnav Gangavarapu Vaishnav aka Baba, Kaki is a fun-loving, highly social tech geek. A cheerful confident easy go guy with tenacious attitude and optimism – Vaishnav is one of a kind who always stays cool and handles any situation with a super cool attitude. This Whiz Kid from Hyderabad is a real life Marshal, and has never been single in his entire life. This bon viveur, and his deep philosophical quotes and gyaan, can wake the dead up and kill the living. He would scare the hell out of people with his speed in riding a bike. His favorite hobbies include watching Youtube videos on latest technology, Gaming and watching TV series. He spends so much time on his laptop that it will qualify as his girlfriend. Probably the most important person in Team Green Knight, the driver of this revered EcoKart team, is also one of the most prolific members of Axiom-The Maths Club. This CS HeadShot Ace, although being the study-at-the-last-hour kind of person, has presented his research at an International Conference, which shows just how talented he is. When you really get to know him, you will know he is much more awesome than he appears to be. One would be lucky to have friend like him.
Akash Behera Akash Behera is Handsome, is Angry, is Pablo and most importantly, is Chocolate. He is that playboy who wouldn’t leave out any social media platform to just ping Hi to his innumerable crushes. An ugly debater, who holds honest opinions about every issue, is a nightmare for anyone in GD rounds. This ‘self-racist’ is so health conscious that he has always refrained from consuming the non-oily mess food in the past half-a-decade but has never missed an opportunity of pouncing upon his Chicken Lollipop at Hex. Akash is a chalta-firta brand factory. You cannot find a non-branded product in his room. Even his bathroom slippers are of NIKE. He took his engineering discipline so seriously that he actually became the unofficial Mistry who could solve all your room wiring problems in a jiffy. He is an active member of BAJA SAE team and team Eco-KART. Also, he has got a patent to his name for developing a very cheap yet effective hand brake for the cars. So don’t get amazed when you see future cars with AHB (Akash’s Hand Brake) system as a standard. To his friends he is like the air that we breathe, not noticeable when it is present but we can’t survive when it is absent.
Arpit Mishra The self-proclaimed batman of NITR, Arpit is one of those few crusaders who dared to join a Dual Degree course despite having a decent score in AIEEE. He is often called "Balcony" because of his protruding lower jaw or "Harpic" because of his pungent body odour. This guy scares the shit out of all the caterers during the hall day celebration or during the grand dinner. A sea change came over this shy boy after his B.Tech friends left. He was so dejected and depressed that he started exhaustively stalking girls over Facebook and Instagram to the point that he is now the most cited and venerated database of all NITR girls. Well versed in all the concepts and technicalities, he is a leader everyone would look on to. A dedicated member of the Ecokart Team of SAE, his leadership has led the team to glories. He is the guy who can walk with you from the station to the NIT campus if u urge him to, you can play antakshri with him all night and he won’t complain. He is a bro every boy (and girl) not only needs but also deserves!!!".
Satya Narayan Patel Satyanarayan Patel aka le-porn, kukuda. Lipan Patel is known to everyone, but when you call him by the name ‘Satyanarayan Patel’ no one has a clue. He is guy who can sleep for 18 out of 24 hours in a day. While at the time of the exam he can escalate his unread portion of his syllabus without moving his ass of the bed until completion. Any girl appears him to be as 'chalba' meaning Average. He literally doesn’t have any kind of emotions or sentiments towards a girl. He has a special love and craze for fantasy movies; in fact he has this impracticable desire to escape into one. From living to non-living, he can animate anything, and the results will be frigging hilarious. Despite his leanness, he takes great pride in his V-shaped, ass-deprived body. He is immensely talented on one hand, but lazy on the other, crazy for girls on one hand irritant to the relationship stuffs on the other. Apart from that he is very friendly, caring, loving person and perhaps the only guy in this world who talks with his father more than with his mother.
Anshuman Pradhan Anshuman aka bamfo, a self-confessed budha (old man), this prick specialises in hilarious self-parody, but can make you a victim in the act before you realise. An avid movie watcher, he knows about a lot of them thanks to “SHIFT+FW” and Wikipedia. He always tries to maintain a neat persona, and smokes off all his worries. He has a fascination for smartphones, and is well informed about them. He always lends a helping hand but not before reminding you of your inability, and thus belittling you. Shopclues.com is his pass time. Beware of his smooch attacks when he’s super happy. Good thing about him is that he always do things in front of people, not behind them; kind of straight forward guy and that is also the reasons for girls to hating him. He describes himself as chilled, but we know how ass-drilled he sometimes is. He is one of the most genuine, true hearted persons you can ever come across. ‘Happiness for his dear ones’ is his life’s motto. Last but not the least, love him or hate him, you can’t ignore him! Because what is friendship w/o kaminapan!
BANGLAKADI SUMAN Banglakadi Suman aka chinna,chin@2la is a very interesting guy despite having a dull and boring personality.You can generally find him on NITR hub's main chat (chinn@2la). He takes up download requests for Hindi serials, Soft P and pretty much anything that gets him the hype he desires and he doesn’t even care if he fails an exam in this pursuance. He has a huge monetary hunger but mind you: he is not money minded. He is keen devotee of site chegg.com where his hard work earned him gift vouchers of worth nearly 50 thousand. He is a very good CS player and he keeps challenging people but, good for us, he ends up being killed. Be it any day of the year you will have a blast playing UNO with him and be wary as he is apparently the best UNO player (according to him). ). He is constantly worried if he was being trolled. Despite these lacklustre qualities he is down a down to earth person and one of those rare friends who don't leave you alone irrespective of how pissed one is from him.
Vikash Kumar Vikash aka Kaala Bihari is a typical BIHARI guy whom you can recognize from his BIHARI ACCENT. Often criticized over his dark complexation and future bridal issues this Bihari replies with just one line: ”in the end ghar wale gori ladki layenge”. His sense of maturity is incredible especially among the ladies which has bagged him the title of being the most “safe” guy in the institute. Though he treats all his friends with equal love and affection, his bias towards girls is completely palpable. Only God knows how his ‘damaged’ rear tyre suddenly revives when a girl asks him for a lift. He is an ardent chicken lover that if given a chance he would rather chose to marry a CHICKEN rather than a GIRL. As mess food couldn’t provide the required supplement, he created kitchen in his room. Managing nearly 20 TV series per week (ranging from naagin to flash), academic excellence and project, this guy can be looked up to learn about time management and multitasking. Apart from being a jovial person, he is equally good in his academics and his hard work and determination has no rival. He is undisputedly a very loving and kind man but most importantly a humble person and a true friend.
Shobhit sharma Shobhit is well known for the proverb `empty vessel sound much' in a sarcastic sense. He is always excited about his girlfriends and a self-proclaimed dude who has the ability to make girls much more than friends in just an hour. We have seen this guy reaching heights as in the first year he was not aware of the term “Girlfriend”, and then he worked hard enough to make not just friends but more than that in most of the states. But despite his self-boastings people not just love him but respect him because he is a forgiving, kind and a true hardworking guy. Due to his hard work and determination only now NIT Rourkela is blessed with one hell of a serious technical club named SPARK. When one spends time with him the topic is fully concerned about him and he also changes the topic by focusing on him rather than moving on. He is mostly seen stuck with social media websites talking to random people. Despite all these factors he is a good friend. He mingles easily with new mates.
Mohammad Haji Basha Mohammad Haji Basha aka aka Potti, Chotul, CE of EE, Shorty is so short that he can’t even reach the upper lock on his door. He desperately tries to look like a Don where in reality he looks like Tyrion Lannister. He is an easy going and happy person and petrified to talk with girls except one girl (a friend from child hood), whom he loves and adores more than himself. A die heart fan of Sharukh Khan, will not leave a single movie without watching it three or four times (how much terrible may be it is). If he gets a chance to meet to Sharukh, he would even bet all his property for that. Where ever he sees a reflecting piece of something (like mirror ) ,automatically his hand goes to hair. The name "COBALI" does sound a bell to even the top most players in counter strike. This left handed all-rounder is the best player in cricket. At the end of the day he is a cool friend to hang out with and a nice person. Haji-Raji will be hailed as a legend like Laila-Majnu and Salim-Anarkali..
Saswat Ranjan Mishra SRM is one of the most academically amazing fellows in the whole batch. Having maintained an inconceivable cgpa of 9.52, never getting below A grade and never tasting below 9. This talented GURUJI can challenge anyone provided we are talking about core subjects only. You prove him wrong-you are dead or he becomes red (in anger). Being the typical GMAT, SRM has probably done all assignments before time and ended up being every teacher's favourite. His vision of getting into PGCIL is perhaps the only dream he lives for. There is one thing that exceeds his love for studies and that is his love for food. This chickenoholic brahamin never hesitates to fill his stomach till it’s about to burst. An ardent fan of WWE and a devotee of THE ROCK, he never misses any episode of the WWE, be it Raw, Smackdown or any other PPV. He is also crazy about movies, having exhausted almost every possible movie from Hollywood, Bollywood and Tollywood. Overall, he is a friend at serious times and can give you tips just like your grandpa.
Chandrabhanu kumar Chandrabhanu aka ‘Bhanu’,’Buddha’,’Daddu’,’Senior Citizen’ is a guy with most slow way of living life. He is always calm and unreactive to the situation that people get bored of him. But his humbleness and knowledge make them stick around him. Being one of the biggest NEWS freaks, he would prefer to check out ‘Times of India’ rather than a hot sizzling girl. He never stops his Bakchodi stuff to fool the people around him and packing his bag before going somewhere is like the world most difficult work for him, standing straight and thinking what and what not to pack took him ages. He thinks everything in this world should run according to his timing and needs. He might be the only person in this world to advice his own brother to take Dual Degree in engineering. But apart from all this, being a friend. I always found him by my side.
NITISH KUSHWAHA Nitish Kushwaha urf Nitu is a pure ‘Hindi-Hai-Hum’ kind of a person. Hailing from the holy land of Banaras, this babu is a principle following, obedient individual which every mother wants her son to be! He may be the slowest creature in his civil attire but challenge him in the water or on the ground and you sure will bite the bullet for his dexterity in both is unrivalled. He weighs down every word before uttering it and the same goes with every penny that he spends (to be read invests). He has a quality of being a unique sleepyhead. Once he dozed off while sitting and studying during exam times. He is a great batsman, swimmer and real die-hard fan of SACHIN. He is the leader of Vegans, always ready to be in the battle between veg and non veg. Being a guru to aspiring body builders and numerous swimmers is a testimony of his teaching skills which were perceived well not only by Resonance but also by his guide who promoted him to become a TA.
Vishal Minz Vishal aka minz, Po.If there is anyone who could compete with MS Dhoni in terms of calmness, there is only 1 guy- Po. His physical attributes and characteristics are so similar to that of Kung Fu Panda that he could win a lawsuit against its makers for not giving him the credit for their inspiration! He doesn't like to work hard but likes to party very hard. He draws really well which is the reason he used to make the drawings of most students in Engineering Drawing. He is a professional player of various mobile games and has the highest score of Flappy Bird perhaps in the entire institute. Being a Tech Geek, he keeps himself updated with every product launch just to criticize its very existence. There is hardly any movie or series or gadget or anything which has ever received thumbs up from this perfectionist. His love for Alu Paratha is unparalleled and is evident from the fact that he has ordered it from almost every restaurant of Rourkela. Above all, Vishal is one of the most humble guys one would ever come across who could go to any lengths to help someone in need.
Swayan Jeet Mishra Swayan Jeet aka Munu, the local lad who has never voyaged beyond Chhend in his entire lifetime, is the true definition of a workaholic who joined NIT and then kept on working and working till the very end. Swayanjeet is a person of curious contradictions. He can buy a car, but cannot afford to have breakfast at RengCol, fluent in curse-ese among friends but extremely shy around girls. When it comes to coding and development, he went on to co-found two start-ups, nearthy.com, a restaurant location and feedback service site, and hostelcart.com, an e-commerce website that delivers various necessary and luxury amenities for hostel students of NITR. He is a daredevil who once tried to hack into Google to make it look like he hadn’t missed a submission deadline. His guide, when he heard this story reportedly said “This is ridiculous”. Apart from being a wonderful Drama artist and a coder, he is a philanthropist at heart who has selflessly provided Aasraa to the many deprived people of Rourkela. He is notoriously fatalistic about what life throws at him, and his mantra for problems doesn’t always help: “If we are going to get screwed, let’s get screwed in the best possible way.”
Anurag Shah Anurag Shah Aka “Phoda” or “Gujju” is a true Gandhian at core, abstaining from all worldly pleasures. He is among the most creative minds at NITR, he easily “Sherlock”s through toughest of situations. A strict no-no for non-veg food, spirits and herbs, this Highly Modi-vated individual cannot tolerate a word against Gujarat. Thanks to him, you will always get value for money and know the best and most cost effective places to buy anything. His dance moves are crazy, and in the end you will end up getting a dance lesson on how to customize the garba to any occasion. Greatly inspired by Francis Underwood and Harvey Specter, he too wishes to live such life in a distant future. This guy has a habit of returning the exact change, which is prominent from the fact that once he returned a friend Rs 11 and 20 Paise of his Auto Bhaada. A true karta-dharta for the Super-29 Electrical Dual Degree batch, Shah is one of the most successful PCs NITR has seen. One of the best leaders Axiom – The Maths Club, has seen, Shah is a magnificent mentor for juniors. You cannot ask for a more free-spirited, true-at-heart, honest friend to be by your side during times of duress..
Sampad Bhusan Mohanty Sampad is Einstein of our very own campus, the confused soul who wanders around the campus with absurd doubts, and the person who falls in love with every other girl. Always the first one to protest on any issue, or in search of truth, he is frequently seen in the Director’s chamber seeking answers. If you are in a room with him, better not engage with him in an argument, because you either lose or leave the room, there is no middle ground. This guy has proved over and over again that nothing can beat plain hard work. He is an authentic fan of Richard Feynman. Apart from being the geeky 'Sheldon' that he is, Sampy is a fitness freak and can be seen jogging round the campus with his jail-broken mp3 player in the evenings. He has the peculiar habit of watching prank videos. He changed the face of dance in NIT by introducing the new LED technology in dance. He has also been a part of many more projects and has made all of them successful. It will be very trivial to say that NIT is lucky to have a chance to nurture such a brilliant mind.
KHERWAL SOREN Kherwal, aka mottu and pseudo-Bihari, a hopeless romantic, is one of those few people who just want to get married. He has two types of female friend, the first one is a potential wife and the other is imaginary. He is spontaneous, carefree and a big time foodie, in short a perfect social extrovert with whom you can have a hearty time. He is a guy who would bunk classes and wouldn’t listen to the professors in class but still manage to rock the exams. Despite the physical limitations (read- being a fatso) he never shows reluctance to outdoor games and is quite good at it, testimony to it is his winning of NITR Roadies and yes you read it correctly. There is an uncanny resemblance between him and the supreme leader of North Korea, the Kim Jong-un thanks to his pulpy cheeks, impotent eyebrows and to some extent his big forehead. He has a knack for inviting trouble, be it missing important trains or destroying his own laptop. He is one friend who you can always depend on.
Pratyush Dwivedi Pratyush aka Prat (which means bums in Australian English). Full of desi PJs and cheap pickup lines, he can irritate any peaceful soul. Digital suicide of 2.5 years is one among other major stunts he has pulled though, while his stay in college. His reason for not keeping a smartphone is "Between me and my phone only I can stay smart“, owing to his fear of cyber apocalypse in future. Pratyush looks very conservative and unsharring at first glance but when he gives you some space in his mind it won’t take much time to know about his uncanny unorthodox desires which makes cooler and much more than just his handsome face. Once he is all loosen up you can see him dance and celebrate like a wild hog. The things which make him interesting are his attraction towards anomalies like his choice of psycho murderer movies and obviously Shobhit. He can cheer anyone with his cheap pickup lines and deliberate dehati statements. We wish this Lucknowi nawab to have a grandeur and splendour of a life and may God bestow him with luck and possibly the girl of his dreams.
Abhishek Garg Abhishek aka gargi is a simple person with higher intellect though his cgpa is the exception. Gargi is a foodie, teetotaller, and a compulsive travel plans maker. He is the living example of taking it to the next level; a simple lunch at Joz materializes into a quick Ranchi trip if Gargi decides so. While Garg is well versed in public speaking, he fumbles a lot at times, eating up words and sentences altogether, especially during romantic or flirtatious conversations with the fairer sex. He has a strict no-no towards consuming alcohol but he will mostly be found in polaris carrying his drunk friends and juniors back to the hostel. He is a hard-core TV series lover (specially “FRIENDS”, using the dialogues very often in different scenarios). Person who truly defines what friendship is but often disappointed by the level of expectations he keeps from his friends. But Despite all his nagging, his periodic mood swings and his strictness for hygiene, Garg is one guy you want by your side when you are headed for battle. He will be there for you through thick and thin, and always have some relevant piece of advice ready.
Kamlesh Kumar Gahir Kamlesh Aka “kammo” is quite famous guy in gym community of NITR. This man of high intellectual can easily point out any issues of the country with his strong logical and philosophical mind. He is shy until you know him after that he will be all over you. He is obsessed with serious relationships to an extent that he can’t even stand people who have a thought of fooling around. He is not just blessed with good physique but with a creative mind as he has a knack for writing insightful poems. He believes that you can only lose those things which you are attached to, so he rarely gets along with people deeply as he does fear to lose. You can’t see him sad as he knows how to enjoy life no matter what the circumstances are, which one can observe by his careless and casual yet successful routine life at NIT. As much he is good in Outdoor sports, known as ‘invincible’ in counter strike, he literally made pro’s bite the dust. A blogger and coder by passion and a fashionista by heart. He is a true gem of electrical dept.
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Aayush Kumar Aayush Kumar goes by several names. ‘Aashu’ for the ones close to him; ‘Chomu’ for the PlaceComm and ‘CPC’ for the rest of the institute. For someone so young, his maturity and ability to soak up the pressure and perform exceptionally is something that has earned him the respect he deserves. Extremely dedicated towards his duties, he is guilty of surfing LinkedIn rather than Facebook even on his birthday! By being the Chief Coordinator (read Nerd) of Axiom, he always kept his love for mathematics and club alive! An avid Quoran, an ardent InShorter and his quintessential urge for knowledge takes his charismatic personality to the seventh heaven. All that said, you could probably end up losing everything you have if you get into a chicken eating feast against this beast! Although he maintains a calm composed demeanor most of the time, yet his anger is something one doesn't want to see. A never say never attitude towards work, has helped him make a mark of his own. A favorite junior to every senior, he appears to be very reserved in the first meeting but makes sure one gets mesmerized by the time he is given a farewell. His has charmed his way deep into the hearts of his friends and will remain their forever. We hope this soon to be BOA finally gets a Bae!
Abanish Das Electrical engineers and eccentricity go hand in hand. Abanish Das is perhaps the finest example for this statement. With a great sense of humour and a unique talent of creating weird sounds with funny expressions, he never fails to lighten up the mood of people around him. Leading a very simple life, he finds joy in the smallest of things. He has a strong spiritual side which compels one to listen to his reasoning when he is involved in cultural and spiritual discussions. One of the rare breeds of engineers at NIT who wouldn’t installed DC++ on their laptops and yet raid others' laptops for the "products". As simple as he may seem, he also has a completely different side to him that only a select few know about. He is well-known for spreading ridiculous rumours and enjoys occasional gossips. Once a prolific writer of 'exotic' poems with explicit vocabulary, his poetic skills have now been replaced by his innate ability to perform even more explicit mimicry of his branch-mates and others. His all-time favourite books include 'The Bhagavad Gita' and 'GATE for Electrical Engineers', and this guy certainly knows how to find the perfect balance between Lord Krishna and Kayden Kross. Jokes aside, he is one of the most diligent, talented-yet-humble and hard-working guys that one can find, and his friendship is a thing to cherish for a lifetime.
Abhilash Majhi Samanta "Easy situations are for all, but tough ones are for me" is what Abhilash believes in. Living his life on one question, "Why can’t I do it?", he has excelled in everything he attempted in his college life. Academically sound and physically fit, he is a born leader. Logically accessing the pros and cons and keeping himself calm and composed under pressure situations is the reason he stays ahead of the crowd. Always curious about automobile technologies, modern military weapons and warfare tactics is, he spends most of his time reading about them online. His love for middle eastern countries is not just limited to their sociopolitical histories, but to the middle-eastern beauties as well. A vibrant personality, a charming smile and impeccable sense of comic timing makes his company intellectual and entertaining simultaneously. His brotherly persona and mature advices come in handy when his friends need a confidant making him "Majhi bhai", the name he goes by in the institute. An aspiring social entrepreneur, he has taken all the right steps so far. We hope he makes it to one of the top B-schools in the country and achieve great things in life. A friend, a guide, a confidant and a brother for life, his memories will live forever in the hearts of all the people whose lives, he has touched.
Abhisek Sethi Abhisek sethi aka sethi, h*r*mi sethi, tikili is a well-known face in the electrical engineering department. Popular for his PJs and unnecessary talks, he is surprisingly a cult figure in the branch. He is a sort of guy who hates studying as well as sports, but enjoys places which has power and responsibility attached to it. Aspiring to be a leader in each and every post that NIT had to offer, he finally could fulfill his dream by becoming the Convenor of ISM. Sethi can be aptly categorized as a Facebook addict, who puts every single thing about his life out on the social media. In the first year of college, he used to send friend requests in order to convince others to like his profile picture. An ardent Congress supporter, he gets infuriated when someone calls Rahul Gandhi "Pappu". He thinks he is a good photographer because he possesses a DSLR camera but reality is he only possesses a DSLR camera. Keeping all that aside, he is actually a very helping person who sends programs, assignments and reports almost to the whole class whenever required. Aspiring to be like his on-screen idol, Harvey Spectre from suits, we wish him the very best for his future endeavors.
Agnivesh Satapathy The know-it-all in every group he hangs out in, accuse him of that and he would give a thorough explanation on why he is not. Agnivesh is known as Baba, because he can deliver sermons on a wide range of topics ranging from companies to films and TV series to real-life situations to love life. A budding analyst whose analysis is often wrong, but his confident face and assured body language exudes so much confidence that he can even convince an astronaut that the earth is flat. One can find him usually in a canteen stuffing his ‘pregnant’ belly with junk, or at a friend’s room entering with a "Kya karr rha hai?" He is a die-hard Manchester United fan who never misses a game, however pathetic his team performs. A movie and TV series buff, there is hardly anything he has missed, at least that is what he claims. Science says that a human forgets almost everything he dreams about immediately after waking up, but this guy ‘seems’ to remember everything in excruciating detail. He is a very perseverant man who never takes rejection to heart and keeps going forward, smashing past his targets. A good listener of a friend, he will always be there for support.
Akash Kalidas Kamble Akash, also known as Chuha, is fun loving guy. For someone whose first year passed being homesick every other day, he surely has learnt to live his life away from home in his time at college. This cute and cuddly lad from Akola is a very proud Marathi, flaunting his zone T-shirt and hanging out with all the Marathi girls who, he claims are "just friends". Very few are aware of his amazing dancing skills which he showcases only during Multi -Ethnic Fest. This soft spoken Marathi guy often goes wild under the influence of spirits or beautiful ladies. A die-hard Genelia fan until she was married, his facebook wall is flooded with the lamest shaayaris captioning uploaded pictures of Genelia D’Souza. One of the cleanest rooms in the hostel, he has devoted his room to FIFA. "Play hard, party harder" is his mantra. Ready to go on trips at a moment’s notice, his spontaneity surprises many. He falls for girls very frequently and is a self-proclaimed stud. One who never receives calls and would blatantly blame the network for bad signals or give the excuse of silent mode. His favourite pass time also includes cussing the department. Everything said, he is a great listener, a great friend to share one’s heart with..
Aman Sabat Aman, popularly known as Saabun and Skeleton, is one of the finest basketball player of the institute. He stepped up his passion for basketball after coming to the institute and became the captain of institute basketball team by final year. He is dedication, interest, hard work and passion defined in true Sense. He is not only a good player but an amazing coach who perfectly inculcates discipline in everyone, especially girls. Sometimes maybe found neglecting his friends for his better half, otherwise perfectly balancing his studies, game and social life surely is something. This stud of NITR is so handsome that even eunuchs can't keep their hands off him. He has the capability to tackle any kind of Problem. He loves praising himself and is a big KANJOOS. His convincing skills are "Gawd" level. He can easily convince for treats from everyone but when it comes to him giving treats, it rarely happens. He is a big foodie, Chocoholic and basketball shoe fanatic. A total package of talents, we surely hope he makes it big in whatever he does in future and makes a lot of friends.
Anamitra Chakraborty With a slender body and loose pack of hairs (facing serious population crisis) on his head, Anamitra Chakaraborty loves to roam around the campus in borrowed apparels. His size zero figure and fair complexion is "intriguing". He is famous for being a pinchpenny, so much so that he never keeps any money in his purse instead puts all of it in secret hidden places spread across his room. The doors of his room are always open, but when they are locked from inside, one can be sure that he is enjoying some of his "me-time" and the doors won't open even if someone dies outside . A music lover and a good guitar player, he dreams of playing some day at Hard Rock CafĂŠ. This lanky fellow can outsmart anyone with his coruscating wit; he is a true genius considering the fact that he manages decent CGPA even after last minute preparation. Jovial and fun loving, he is always ready for fun and party except when he does not have money where he gives his infamous dialogue "Taka nei bhai". But if he is irked then get ready for an earful. His favourite dish is "Murgh Sultana" which he relishes while listening to "Moh Moh ke dhaage". Truly ambitious, he dreams to take on all competitive exams (CAT, IAS, MBA, GATE, GMAT, GRE). All jokes apart, he is very good at heart and values friendship. He is always there for his pals whenever needed.
Anupam Samantaray Hard working, talented, punctual, focused to his work, creative, encouraging, faithful, highly motivated are the qualities that one would typically associate with Anupam Samantaray. It is true that Anupam Samantaray or Tiku, has spent most of his time watching NPTEL lectures and at times spent whole night watching them and sleeping on his chair. But he has more sides than these. If you are fortunate enough, you can find him playing games like NFS and Assassinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creed on his laptop. He also likes to spend time with friends. He hates the mess food, referring non-veg as "kukura" and veg as "ghasa". He loves to watch cartoons. At one time, Ben 10 was his favorite. He also watches movies, and believe it or not, he liked "Saw". He is a very deterministic person. A dynamic guy who always has a strategy of his own and works very hard to achieve his goals.
Arunava Saha The guy with teddy bear physique and flaky hairs, Arunava saha (aka baggins) has a unique style of narrating anecdotes often embellishing it with his hysterical laughs. He is a kind of guy you don’t want to be around when you’re having an argument because he sure knows how to heat up situations, hence he was aptly attributed the title "ghee". Waking up to odiya songs in his first year is the one thing he hated the most. He owns a guitar just to lend it to friends who can actually play it unlike himself. Although he has never been on the field, he tries to follow each and every sport. Claiming to be in a long distance relationship, he barely spends anytime glued to his phone, which is mysterious to even the closest of his friends. He is a mixed bag of emotions when under the influence of spirits. He was such a proud and active member of the robotics club that he didn’t know that his name was struck off from the members’ list in his final year. He is a savior to many during exams, coaching his fellow mates, day and night. He is kind and good hearted and he keeps his friendship above everything. He is an adorable and loveable guy and is well known for his "Noddy" like smile.
Ashish Pandey Ashish Pandey is famously known as Pandeyjii and chaatu. He is one of the most humble and muffled guys of NITR. This Bihar boy is completely opposite to Chulbul Pandey as seen in Dabang. He is a very silent and polite guy. This guy has a habbit of joining conversations in between and start talking beyond the topic of conversation and thus has the name chaatu. His room is near the main gate of hall, so he keeps on asking "kaha jarahe ho" whomever he sees going out of hall. He studies a lot in his room but unfortunately his grades does not come as expected. He loves teaching kids. A member of AASRA, he goes to teach under privileged kids every Saturday. This guy is very inquisitive about almost everything and can keep asking you questions till death parts you from him. Jokes apart, a very down to earth person this guy has a heart of gold who will always help out his friends in need.
Avinish Kumar Verma Avinish also known as Buddha and Daddu, who proudly flaunts "Avi" as his faviourate nick name, is believed to be an old guy disguised in a young body. Hailing from a small Village from Gaya, this DAVian takes pride in making it to NITR and really tranformed himself from an introvert kid to a confident (old) man. Daddu is a gadget freak, who owns a zenfone, Sennhieser headphones and aspires to own everything ranging from google glass to Tesla's electric Car. In hostel, he can be seen either watching some geeky stuff on youtube or reading Quora on his zenfone. Outside the hostel, he can be seen wearing a mischeivous smile with his even more mischievous friends who are taking a jibe at his half bald head. Talking of Girls, Daddu has got a very selective taste and works really hard on his looks to get some one "special" through an arranged marriage. Jokes Apart, Avinish is a really helpful friend and an amazing human being. He has a heart of a child who can crack you up with his sillyness and a brain of a "Senior Citizen" who will understand you deeply..
Bibek Prusty This short guy with funny accent is popularly known as "Kita", "Prusty", "Pocket" among his friends. Bibek, always the butt of the jokes for his height, is a big Real Madrid fan and will give up everything he is doing just to watch a Madrid match. He is a genuine football freak and loves to play FIFA. He also has a great appetite for anime. One will always find him saying, "Anime is no cartoon and certainly not for kids. It’s an art". He is probably the biggest hater of Bollywood movies (or to say South Indian movies) for the fact that it showcases the hero as the most powerful figure. He is a woman repellent. Although his fantasies include Spanish girls but the only girl he has ever been close to is probably ‘Amul Aunty’. Although he regrets for his short height, he is blessed with witty one liners. Fun fact about Bibek is the way he articulates things in an animated manner when he talks something serious. He is a penny prudent person who knows exactly where to spend and how much. He never shares his pictures in social media, the reason of which is still a secret. Apart from all this, he is reliable and trustworthy to the friends around him and a guy with great nature and loveable attitude.
Bidhan Chandra Mohanty Popularly known as Bidhan ‘Da’ or Boudi’s boyfriend, his college life is broadly two years of desperation followed by two years of satisfaction. He’s a kind-hearted, innocent and loving person, the guy that every girl wants emotionally and the friend every other guy expects. Over the years, his favorite element changed from Lead (Pb) to Silver (Ag), and his language changed from Odia to Bengali. The few things that stay unchanged are his characteristic exam-time cramming march and anxiety, betting on scoring less in exams, his head-down texting habit, his common phrases, ‘Are sunilu, mu kan kahuthili ki…’ and his lack of facial hair. His drunken episodes used to be spicier than Indian daily soaps. He is usually found intensively on his phone. Known for his colourful notes and heavily highlighted pages in all of his books, he is someone who never takes his academics for granted. Characterised by his "Mu kali fail heijibi..." quotes before exam, this guy always secures good marks & a decent GPA. No wonder he has bagged great research projects in IITs and aims at completing his MS in US. One who’ll give you anecdotes of his many fiascos in the most notorious department of this institute with an infectious grin on his face, he is known to be a man who can rise to the occasion and get what he wants, when he wants it. He’s leaving behind a legacy and gaping holes in the hearts that he touched.
Bikash Prasad Gamers never go by their real names, neither does Hunter. The D.O.T.A fever is such that when he wins, he shouts his lungs out. A binge watcher of anime series, he has watched every episode of all the anime series available on DC++. Although he claims to be very smooth with girls and boasts of being in a relationship, yet nobody can recall a single instance in four years when Bikash talked to any girl except for his project-partner. A happy-go-lucky person, he uses the word "Seriously" in almost every line he speaks. A non-violent person at heart, Bikini aka Bikash has a typical way of saying, "Do thaap maarenge, to mar jaega" in a typical Bihari accent. He hardly ever leaves his room and rarely shows up in the fests as he visits his family on those weekends. Even though, he is obsessed with chicken yet his room reflects his gaming personality- wrappers and junk food packets everywhere which he munches down during his D.O.T.A. battles. Keeping all this aside, he is very loyal to his friends, always ready to help anyone who needs it. He is someone who will stand beside his friends in all the highs and lows of life.
Bisesh Sahoo "The CAT guy" is what he is notably known among his branch mates but he is certainly much more than that. Given the fact that he is very social and outgoing in nature, he is loved by all his friends. He is one of the nicest guys one can ever find. This guy is very decisive in nature and chases for what he wants in life no matter what. This "SplitsVilla" fan is very lively in NITR fest activities as he loves to do them. It doesn’t matter which company is visiting NIT Rourkela, one will always find him roaming around in formals, not because of his thirst for getting job but to get leave from classes. He stares at women, but hardly has the courage to go and approach them. It’s hard to believe that with such good looks and personality, he is still single and always will be. He is pathetic when it comes to girls. One unique thing about this sambalpur guy is that he is immune to all the stresses and worries in the world. No matter what the situation is, he always wears a smile and says," "Sunn Kichi Hebani Bey". A rare teetotaller of the campus, all this guy wants is "Sector 5 ka dhaba and wahan ka Tandoori Chicken" and nothing more.
Biswajit Panda Biswajit Panda aka ‘BP’ considers himself to be an asset to the nation and thus toils 24/7 to become an IAS officer. He rarely shows up for classes but whenever he does, the last benches provide the perfect sanctuary for his peaceful naps and yet he manages to acquire a decent CGPA with last minute preparations all thanks to his eidetic memory. It is true, Love heals all (at least in his case). After numerous unanswered friend requests and many lost battles in the pursuit of true love, he finally found the all healing charismatic lady luck which not only got him a job but also cured him of an anxiety disorder (true story). The dominant trait of his personality is his egotistical attitude (borderline narcissistic) which knows no bounds when he talks about conserving his precious gene pool. A staunch believer of the phrase "My way or the highway", he never concedes in any discussion for he always has to be right and his line of thought universally accepted. These "perfect imperfections" along with his frivolous, devil-may-care attitude make him the adorable guy he is. He values friendship a lot and will always have your back no matter what. Blessed they are who have this Pandora’s Box of fun and delight as a friend.
Buridi Sravya Sravya is a fiercely independent soul with a gentle heart. Her love for electronics is no secret as the satellite lab is like a second home to her, so much that it is common in her peer group to refer to it as Sravya’s lab. She is kind of a collector- mind you she does not collect stamps or coins but electronics equipements. Her room is a sacred lair for all electronics worshippers. Name any skill and she has it allpainting, solving Rubik’s cube, robotics, sewing clothes, crafts, coding, repairing stuff and an endless list of other talents. She has an overflowing bucket list of wishes that include travelling to all the dream places, eating the exotic delicacies and trying some real whacky stuff. She is a shopping freak who can be spotted either in Ambagan market or Udit nagar at least once in two weeks. A new breed of electrical engineer who can outsmart more than half of electrical department’s professors, she can build an entire power grid single handedly given the right amount of resources and time. An absent minded genius, once she unknowingly brushed her teeth with Johnson’s baby moisturiser mistaking it for Colgate. Dressed always in a simple salwar kurta, she is a power house of energy. Her sweet nature, loving and caring attitude coupled with her temperament can be imagined as all the three powerpuff girls rolled into one..
Gaurab Panda Commonly known as Panda, Chaatu, the guy is an "all-rounder". Don't go by his charming face and smile, he can bore you to death. His field of interest varies from Indian politics to cosmos. Being a staunch supporter of the Indian National Congress and Nehru being his icon, one might find many socialist quotes on his room walls. "Stop Smoking" has been a common writing on his wall for two years, but he hasn’t stopped smoking yet. He thinks he is real good with women, but that isn’t however true. Thanks to his deeds, Indo-Bangladesh relations are very tensed. And his favorite dialogue "Chal peeba bey!", even if he spends lesser than everybody else in the group. Many times irritating and nagging, his ability to work in a team is questionable. Nevertheless, he is one of the most helping and cool guys one will find in NITR. And he finally realized his dream of starting "Society for History and Philosophy" to bring peace to his intellectual and philosophic bent of mind.
Jogeswar Marandi Jogeswar, later christened as "Jagga" or "Jogi" is a simple and a very good hearted person. Having said that he might have been the author of all the bizarre rumors you have ever heard at NITR. Whether it be the establishment of the letters NIT on the hilltop (like Hollywood in LA) or the shooting of Spiderman fight sequel using the very crane used in the construction of the Golden Jubilee building, you heard it first from him. He is someone who has great appreciation for all things natural (no pun intended). His idea of ideal vacations and picnics are mostly related to exploring forests, hilltops and waterfalls, cooking and camping. Always ready to go on such an expedition he usually keeps planning such trips with his friends. Need proxy attendance? He’s your guy. In fact, his attendance in OE class was so great that the professor bestowed him with the title, "Marandi-the Rebel". A true lover of dual audio movies, he has seen more english movies in hindi than anyone. One of his biggest complaints is the lack of beautiful girls in NIT. Only those who know him well can appreciate the subtle qualities. All being said he is a very trustworthy and sincere person and a hell of a friend.
Junaid Ahemad Khan "Jack of all trades is master of none "- which idiot said that? Junaid’s unique talent of mastering everything he attempts has earned him, his nicknames. Lochte, Sushil Kumar, Johnny S. are few of the many nicknames that aptly reflect his passion for swimming and a good physique. If anyone needs to know how to swim across the *unbelievably deep* NITR’s swimming pool or crack the toughest of exams without breaking a sweat, then he is the guy to consult because he apparently bagged a seat without even studying. One of the rare teetotalers in the institute, he is a fitness freak and an ardent lover of sufiana music. When he is not busy in gymming, one can find him in his room, watching a series or a movie in his signature 'Vishnu' position. Being a binge watcher who has watched most of the series available, he can give a genuine review about any new TV series or movie serving as one’s personal movie –Google. Starting from cast to the dialogues, Johnny has everything at the tip of his tongue. He, who not only celebrates your success but also points out the areas to improve yourselves when you don’t, is a gem of a friend. A selfless guy who would go to great lengths to help his friends in times of need, he is one of the best friends you can ever have.
K Bishnu Prasad Bishnu (AKA "Bi*ch"nu) is one of the funniest persons at NITR. A free advice to him would be to open a page posting his rajnikanth jokes that he usually frames on others. He is perhaps the thinnest person at NITR, with backpost being his "second home". An excellent left-handed batsman would be the best way he can be described in the game of cricket. His bed would be the place one would find him anytime with the youtube tab always opened. Moreover, breaking records in subway surfers is his hobby. After getting placed at Linde and getting free from the ppts and personal interviews of companies, he is currently working on expertising himself in more mobile games. Nevertheless, he is a cheerful guy who makes everyone around him filled with laughter by his jokes. At the end of the day he is great friend to have around in this college. And definitely he is one of the finest students this institute will ever see.
Kalwa Abhilash Popularly known as Abhi and Po*dy, this Hyderabadi guy is famous for his love for football. A Manchester United and Real Madrid fan, one can always find him in TV Room whenever there is a match of these two teams. And when match is not going on, he can be found in his room playinf FIFA on his laptop. Loved son of his parents and most loved younger brother to his sister, when most of the guys in the hostel are found glued to their mobile phones chatting with their girl friends, this guy can be found chatting and skyping all night with his beloved sister. Usually not a talker, but when under the influence of spirits, can speak incessantly for hours on topics varying from personal life to world politics. Watches TV-series and movies all the time and sleeps whenever he gets free time away from classes. Looks like a small innocent child with clean shave but that is his masquerade. People canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand him to the extent he is into things such as knowledge, understanding others, helping others. This guy wishes to make it big in the corporate world and live with his family forever in Hyderabad. A gem of a friend, he will always be there when his friends need him.
Kartik Sharma Karthik Sharma is the guy who loves to enter into debates about everything and annoyingly enough wins them most of the time. He once manged to convince others that Tantriks are important for the society. One will always find him smiling and on asking upon why, he would always say,"Hum toh hamesha haste rehte hai", and this smiling gets really creepy when he is high. A great Clash of Clans tactician, he is currently the leader of some elite international clan who can be often spotted sitting in the balcony tending to his troops. He is known for bringing the best laddoos from home. He is an enthusisatic traveller who loves natural beauties, especially mountains and hilly areas. The funniest thing about him is his handwriting, which appears to be scribbled by a child, but then some people who are bad at handwriting are brilliant at mind. Even though he talks a lot, he always gets ridiculously shy in front of girls. Despite being one of the more knowledgeable people amongst his friends, he is as confused as an engineering student can be in term of his goals. A gem of a friend who never backs out on his promises and follows his heart even when the tide of life is against him..
K S S Vamsy Vaddi Popularly known as Banda among gultis and Mota Vamsi among others, probably because of presence of so many Vamsis in the class, Vamsi Vaddi is the most "heavy weight" gulti of the campus. This guy can be compared to PO from Kung Fu Panda in almost every aspect. His belly is so soft and squashy that his friends use it as a cushion.This sentimental, easy going person is often called cute and handsome by girls but unfortunately he still remains SINGLE. The laziest person in the class, one will seldom find him in the class and when he comes to the class, he comes with a long list of names for proxies. A party lover, he can spend thousands of bucks until he is totally broke just to have good time with friends. The sweetest thing about him is that he is very sensitive and emotional and he sometimes cries like a baby boy after getting intoxicated. Banda dreams of getting a masters degree from a reputed university in USA and come back to India to serve his nation. A gem of a friend, every moment spent with him will be cherished.
K S N V Vamsi Aditya Kuntamukkula Sai Naga Venkata Vamsi Aditya is one of the people from Gulti gang who has a name that’s longer than the name field of any competitive examination. Aka Hill boy (means the heights of stupidity), Hype kid, HD bhajan bhai, this guy is famous for his smile that greets everyone and laughter that keeps everyone laughing around him. He is the Handsome Hunk and a heart throb to many girls. He can create a hype story out of nothing and makes everyone to believe his story. He craves for hype in whatever he does. He has a craving desire to be with a girl, but he barely manages to say hey and bye. He still has his unfulfilled wish to take a picture with a girl but he doesn’t have the courage to ask anyone. This guy has a girly style in everything he does. Inspite ofbeing a very talented Electrical engineer, he wants to work in software in the sole purpose to maintain his handsomeness. He is afraid to go out in the darkness or to a new place. He is famous for his dubsmash and thuglife videos. Apart from this, he is very kind and humble person. He can give a great companionship with all his jokes and hype stories. He is great friend a person can get in his life and a great human being who values everyone.
Manas Ranjan Behera Ever smiling and stress free, Manas leads a rather simple life. A very private person, he is rarely seen talking to anyone outside his friend circle. His cameo in an advertisement of a JEE coaching center, has helped him share a lot of laughs among his friends. A light hearted person, he enjoys pulling off pranks and cracking jokes. He is a devoted cricket follower and enthusiast and likes to spend his time watching movies and TV series. Trustworthy, pragmatic and benevolent, he is a good person to share one's moments with.
Mandadi Vamshider Reddy Also known as "solid" for his solid personality, this guy is famous for his laziness as it is even hard for him to reply with his mouth and says it will waste his energy. He always wants to be relaxed, and his relaxation has no upper bound. He seems to be a reticent guy but if one digs deeper, the voluble vamsi comes out. Arguably the biggest fan of Indian Cricket Team, he never misses any match (be it in any format) and remembers the statistics of every player and every record the team holds. He even gives weather report, pitch report and predicts the results of the match. Apart from this, he is quite interested in local and national politics and analyses the reasons and motives behind the moves of any leader much before Arnab Goswami does. He is quite well organised and he is ‘early to bed & early to rise, ‘eat on time’ kind of person. He takes at least three naps a day. He considers his room as his Shangri la and has imposed room arrest upon himself. You knock at his door, he will first ask ‘who is it?’ then asks ‘what do you want?’ and then decides if he wants to open the door or not. Jokes apart, he is a person with high moral values who believes in ‘simple living & high thinking’.
Meghashree Das Meghashree goes by several names such as Meghuluu, Lady Don, Mother Megha and each name reflects a different side of her character. Defying the orthodox definition of a girl, this lively and bold Sambalpuri girl, challenges the boys at things that boys are good at- Late arrivals and class bunks. Having laziness and unpunctuality as her forte, she turns up for labs late with blank records every time, which is miraculously completed and submitted on time. She manages to pull off highly skilled maneuvers during the viva and passes with the best grades in the group thanks to her charming smile, ornamental writing and an uncanny ability to reply every question with answers which are very convincing and yet don’t make any sense. Starting from coordinating fests to Institute women’s volley ball team, she has excelled in all. Despite having a very good voice, she opted to stay out of all the music bands for she believes in singing for herself. Her caring and loving nature and a desire to help all has made her the mother-figure amongst the juniors at the hostel. Academics, sports, love, boyfriend, girlfriend, patch-up, break-up, getting high, getting low, she will have something for you in store making her the Agony aunt among her friends. Loved by many and adored by all, she is the best person to confide one’s secrets in.
Mihir Kumar Das "I was getting bored, so I started studying", said no one except Mihir Kumar Das aka Mirudon. He is the kind of person who seeks not just knowledge but wisdom. Aspiring to get a double degree (not dual), he opted EE despite his passion for CS. Usually maintaining a calm and cheerful profile he goes in to full berserker mode within a split-second whenever his loyalty or his extent of knowledge is questioned. This ticking time bomb is ever-ready to go off if anyone messes with him. In spite of his anger-management issues, he is often revered by all for his coding skills and his depth of knowledge in Electronics. His motto of being the best in everything makes him lose his mind on the slightest criticism from any professor. There is not a single video tutorial that he would have missed. This hopeless romantic swipes through his crushes like tinder, spends hours on Whatsapp and falls in love with just one hangout. Some may call him desperate, but his friends understand his dire need of a girlfriend. He has an array of lame jokes and uncanny doubts which makes him adorable. His desire to please everyone makes him a great friend and an even better person..
Mukesh Chand Meena Mukesh chand meena kumar, affectionately known as MUKKI, is a lanky lad who dresses up smartly to class and always sits in the safest of the seats, middle benches with a high pointer. This rajasthani chhorah, although seems reticent at first, his conversations are never ending, when with his friends. One who motivates others to become a better person, he never steps back from responsibilities. Lending a hand to anyone in trouble, is the mark of his kind and generous heart. Challenging the impossible on every occasion he certainly knows how to move past rejections and march forward. An ardent cricket follower, he has failed to miss a single match featuring India in the last four years. Soft spoken and quite most of the time, he loves to pull off practical jokes on his friends. Only a chosen few, know the real Mukesh for the delightful person he is. A friend for life, time spent with him will be cherished by all.
Nilanshu Kumar Mandal Nilanshu aka Mr. Rapper, Bhaijaan belongs to the ROWDIES community of NITR. A huge fan of Honey Singh & Sallu Bhai, anyone meeting him will surely be greeted with a "Jai shree Ram". He knows each and every dialogue of Gangs of Wasseypur and entertains everybody with his terrific dialogue delivery. He is a great dancer too. He is the one who "Shubh arambh" every dance function. Because of this he is known among his relatives as the team of D-Generation X. A great sportsman too, one day he can be found in the Badminton Court and the next day in the Table Tennis. To the utmost surprise because of his lean figure, he can also be found playing arm wrestling with his friends. His friends cherish the early morning bike rides to railway station during winter mornings and enjoying cholay bhature and tea. He is not only a friend but also a brotherly figure to his mates. A brother who will always help people out no matter what the situation is.
Partha Sarathi Gouda This proud 'Berhampuriya' takes pride in his ability to smell and tell if the salt’s right in the food. A passion for music and poetry is a reflection of his soulful side of his character. Considering his accolades in academics and co-curricular activities, he surprisingly has way too much time to watch every single movies and series on DC. An ardent chicken lover, he claims that "One does not need alcohol to have fun" and walks his words by finishing up all the ‘chakna’. This sensitive, emotional guy with a minor anger management issue, has in store some of the killer PJs. An engineer by profession, a poet by heart, a singer by passion, he does not believe in mediocrity and thrives to achieve excellence in whatever he does. While in Canada for internships, Partha has scored a chance to attend a live concert of his favourite band, ‘The Imagine Dragons’. A convivial, amicable, hard-working guy, he is adored by many. A true romantic, he is very possessive and secretive about his personal life. Keeping to his close knit group of friends, he is someone who can not only share a good laugh with but also confide in with one’s personal secrets. For a guy who dreams to have his own robot someday, we wish him all the luck in the world.
Prasenjit Sethi Prasenjit Sethi aka "odiya pua" is the crazy joker of the classroom. A proud Hindu, he has the record of being a constant spammer of Sangh ideologies in different Whatsapp groups. Prassan is so enthusiastic about right wing political ideologies that he can come back from dead just for the sake of arguing against other political ideologies. A great enthusiast of all possible sports, he watches them with the same vigour as women watch daily soaps. He would act like a score keeper on the cricket field and loves doing cricket commentary. One would find him in Hall 4 TV room on any cricket match day dancing endlessly when Dhoni hits a boundary or India takes a wicket. This guy, wearing the same towel for the last four years and rarely studying always passes with his favorite grade "P". But jokes apart, Prassan is always up there to help people, be it with submitting assignment or putting proxies or even teaching Artificial Intelligence.
Prashant Kumar Even the most industrious bookworms of the class call him “GMAT” for Prashant’s GMATism is next to none. Although his home state is matter of confusion, he is a true "Bihari" in all aspects. Spending 20 hours a day with his new found love- D.O.T.A., he prepares for the dota battles beforehand, watching the videos online, implementing the tactics in the game and analyzing the entire game for hours after the game concludes. Some of the lamest jokes followed by fits of hysterical laughs is his trademark. In fact, his laugh is so loud and unique, it is audible even from a different block. His room temporarily transforms into a tutorial classroom before exams where one can find him doing a better job than some of the professors and helping his friends get through their semesters. Aspiring to be an IAS officer, Prashant surely knows how to get back up and fight harder. To a question in one of his job interviews, "Why do you want to join our company?", he replied, "Sir, Desh ke liye kuchh karna hai." One still wonders how the answer was relevant yet it earned him the job. We wish him the very best for his future endeavors.
Rajeev Kumar Fondly known as ‘Raju’ or ‘Biwi’, Rajeev has left everyone behind in keeping a reticent demeanor. One should consider oneself privileged if he has talked to the person in four years. A very private person, nobody has any idea of what, he does in his room. The only time one can see Rajeev outside is during classes or during his daily visits to sector 2, reason for which is still unknown to humanity. One might wonder, such a silent person might be a good listener making him good with the ladies. But Raju has his fair share of misfortunes when it comes to relationships. But like every engineer, failure has never discouraged him. Even though there is a constant tussle between him and his best friends, yet he sorts it out as fast as it began in the first place. Sympathetic and nurturing at heart, Rajeev never backs down from his responsibilities and goes all the way to help his friends. A very simple, yet elegant person, the time shared with him will be dear to everyone who made his acquaintance..
R V S N Manikanta Manikanta Rekapally (a.k.a. Mani, Mabbu) is one of the cool guys of the batch. A true Hyderabadi at heart, he cannot tolerate a word against the city and any further discussions on that topic is pointless. Obsessed with his looks, he checks his hair in front of any reflecting surface, even the rear view mirrors while riding. A quick logical approach to a given problem and his ability to convince others will go a long way in his pursuit to be a successful stock broker. Striking up a conversation with complete strangers and leaving with a memory is something that is unique to Manikanta. As lively as he is, he never likes to compromise on his comforts and can spend days arguing even if he knows, he is on the wrong side of the argument. His confidence knows no boundaries and he is one of very few who are absolutely sure of their future plans. Although he claims to be a teetotaler, he is the one who introduced his friends to these earthly pleasures. A voracious appetite for continental food, he can gulf down almost half his body weight in one sitting. This party animal is hard to tame once he is on the dance floor. Everything said, he is a soft hearted, trust worthy and as loyal a friend as one can wish to have.
Rohit Kumar In one word, Rohit can be described as a true Bihari. Whatever he does and speaks has a typical Bihari signature in it. He is popularly known as Angrezi because of his vast knowledge of English vocabulary. He spent first three years of his college wearing braces on his teeth which gave him another popular name, "Iron Teeth". This Bihari guy is believed to be super rich owing to his father working in Coal India. Whenever he buys something, Coal Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s profits come down by a little margin. Few times he tried his luck on girls using pick-up lines like "are you made of Copper and Terillium because you are CuTe" but after his repeated failure he resorts to just ogling girls on facebook. But he is optimistic that one day he will have a beautiful girl friend and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why he wants to take admission in a MBA college where he can find most number of girls. He is a kind of guy who can be described as "Doston ka dost, dushmano ka dushman". This guy can easily make friends and can easily offend people. So being friends with him is not for light hearted people. But whoever has come close enough to him, will know what a gem of a friend he is.
Sagar Kumar Sagar Kumar is a name known to every professor and student of the department. This chubby local boy is not called Google for no reason as there are a handful of topics in the world about which Sagar has no idea. A span of knowledge so broad that he has left his recruiters with raised eye brows. A grade card that can give goosebumps, his academic excellence extends well beyond mere grades. Like every other student, he too gets bored in class but unlike others, his reason of boredom is the mediocrity of the professors. One can always hear this first bencher uttering his famous line, "kitna bore kar raha hai be", "kya chaat rahi hai be", "mukka marunga". After a tough exam, others leave the hall cussing the professor, while Sagar would be smiling and would say, "kya cheap questions dala tha!!". Even though he completes all his assignments on time, he graciously shares it with others too. Ever ready to help, be it lending his class notes or bike during events, he is very humble and down-to-earth. There is a completely different side to his character, which is very intolerant to injustice and makes him violent when he sees something wrong happening. Unparalleled intelligence, modesty and elegance makes him a gem of a human being and an honour for others to make his acquaintance.
Sarthak Behera Owing to his Facebook profile, almost everyone can associate the word "Dexterous" with Sarthak which is an apt description of what this person is really about. His ability to crack up the entire group with a single witty sarcastic one-liner is what he is known for. One who lives to party, his capacity as a non-teetotaler, Baba Bhakt and dance maniac is only matched by his extraordinary ‘treat fetching’ skills. This ruler of the back benches can be seen engaged in the Bingo Wars with his friends, that is, when he shows up in the class. He is one of the very few people who actually don’t study when they say so and yet, he pulls out good grades at the end of the semesters. A total friend, Sarthak gels easily with everyone, and is often seen with his devoted gang. While this does build his clout, yet it has virtually reduced him to being a single man forever. A huge fan of Indian cricket, this tall fast bowler is always the first name on the branch cricket team. A great tactician on the field, his quick witted cricketing brain has earned him his unique place in the institute’s sporting fraternity. A masterful coder with a I-don’t-give-a-damn attitude is in itself a success story in the making.
Satya Sundar Sahoo "Do not let your hearts be troubled, trust in God" or as the EE batch would say, "Trust in Satya(Gawd)". Single-handedly responsible for enabling half of the department to pass the semester by providing his class notes, he is an epitome of knowledge and hard-work. His unconditional love for Kreyszig and an unending thirst for excellence resulted in him being the deity he is. Fondly known as "Sir", his sincerity in the labs and classes is only matched by his leadership and interpersonal skills which come in handy during mass bunks and class cancellations. Although ‘Divine Comedy’ is a masterpiece, Satya’s jokes aren’t. They are some of the lamest jokes you would ever hear. He is such a nice, humble and down-to-earth guy that he never treats anyone badly, even those who are unfair to him. This God has had his fair share of earthly pleasures, from romancing three girls at a time during fests to basking in the glory of ‘Somras’. However, this Nerd-God “Waits” for the “Full Moon” to transform into a predator and goes on a kill-spree with the ‘ladies’. His ‘never-say-never’ attitude towards life and the passion for his friends is what makes him such a lovable character. God made Satya in his image, and the rest of us are but his shadow. All hail Satya Sir.
Shailesh Tripathy Shailesh Tripathy, known as power electronics MUNDI, is the only guy in NITR who can challenge Prof. J.K. Satpathy (HOD Electrical Engineering Department) in terms of knowledge in Power Electronics. This "BHANJA" has helped relax the infamous electrical department schedule on many occasions. His policy for food- "If you have food in your room, I will find it and eat it". He is also known as Sammy/ Khiladi/ Dalal/ Tripathy n Tripathy/ MS etc. Convincing a girl for a date with his husky voice, masculine figure and charismatic nature is a piece of cake for him. He is the face which girls fight for. Oblivious of himself, he has since beginning stirred chaos in the girls‘hostel. He is called by his admirers as the "Ranbeer Kapoor" of NIT Rourkela. His favorite festival is "DEEPAWALI". There is more to him than just being a play boy. He is a good writer and has won many accolades in this field. He is a pleasing romantic filmy creature who has a movie dialogue ready for every situation. A great person who helps out his friends, seniors and juniors not out of compulsion but because of a big heart. This guy’s tough and serious external temperament fails to hide his boyish charm and sensitive nature from those who manage to come near him..
Shripragnya Swain Shripragnya swain aka Shree, sheepagga is one true friend you will come across in the department of electrical engineering. She has the appeal as splendid as bright morning. She is as charming as a teddy with a lovable smile and one cannot say no if she requests something. One of the very few people who is good at both Core Electrical and Coding this girl manages to get 9 SGPA every semester. Attending classes with utmost punctuality and studying for exams sincerely has been something where she excels at. She is an extraordinary music lover and an inside singer with tunes always playing in her brain. She doesn't have any acquaintance with her actual ability and one must make her understand her talents. A great person who backs up her friends in every case, be it lending notes or giving proxies during attendance. She desires to explore the whole world and get face to face with her heartthrobs. She believes in being independent and living life on her own terms. She is the kind of person who cares like a mother, entertains like a friend, helps like a sister and lastly teases like a brother.
Sibjit Sahoo Sibjit Sahoo is a much laid back guy who speaks very less but when he does, nobody would ever want missing that. Nobody can beat his conversational skills when he is high on ethanol. One of the best batsman in his freshman year, he was so good that the Institute cricket captain had said Sibjit was the only batsman from the first year that he was afraid of. Unfortunately he stopped playing so that he could prepare for MBA which just goes to show how dedicated he is about things. He is probably the biggest dark horse one can think of when it comes to girls, who takes good advantage of the good looks he posses. His relationship with his roommate has been a trend setter in the campus. He is a night owl and when he sees someone online at 2 in the morning, his only words would be "Abe sounu bey m****". This tutti fruitty lover is always up for anything, be it a movie when you have the bike or subah ka nasta at station. He is the guy who would always work in the background and still get what he wants. He is an exceptional friend and is very good at heart.
Singh Apoorva Affectionately known as ‘Appu’ or ‘apoo Voda’, as she has a usual sim and a Vodafone sim from which she places her calls, this girl is an embodiment of the phrase "beauty in simplicity". Thanks to every Ramdev hair products known to mankind, her silky long hair can make any girl envy her. Her reserved, introvert character overshadows her immense intellect. A trained classical dancer, she insists on performing only during the cultural fests. Very sensitive and at times loud-mouthed, she can go on nagging about the same thing over and over again. Following the ideologies of Kumbhakarna, she spends most of her days hibernating. But her unique ability to turn on her GMAT mode at her will and go up to three days without sleep before exams, is how she manages to keep her grades high. Her seriousness towards her examinations are evident from her occasional freak outs. Extremely hard working and sincere towards her goals and ever ready to clear doubts, her span of knowledge stretch well beyond academics to politics, business and economics. She spends a lot of time reading or watching offbeat propaganda. Being an ardent lover of anime, her bucket list includes a trip to Japan just to see the Sakura (Cherry blossom) with her own eyes. Her calm demeanor, crazy freak outs and a blink-and-you-miss character make her such a friend for life.
Soumya Ranjan Kanhar He is the kind of guy who still believes in the saying, "Early to bed early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise." He is fast asleep by 11 pm, so that he can go to the gym the next morning where he has sculpted his beastly body. He appears rugged and tough on the exterior, on the inside though he is a warm, squishy guy with a very humble attitude. This warmth and care extends beyond his friends to the love of his life- the girl next door, back home. He takes great care of his room, be it the daily cleaning or weekly rearranging the furniture in the room. A religious guy, he has a complete shelf dedicated to a small make-shift temple. Giving a proxy in classes is something he absolutely dreads but invents futuristic methods of drawing inspiration in the exam hall. A soft-spoken, loyal, caring person, he is someone to count on in times of adversary.
Subham Das Frequently called as Chaklu, CR, Synergy President, Subham is one of the most talented guys in the campus. A person who has made his passion for dancing as the signature of his personality, Subham is one of the most envied guys on the campus. Be it the Fresher’s Welcome party, or some random Multi-Ethnic Fest, he performs unabashedly and dedicatedly, irking conventional final years who find it demeaning to engage in merry making in the senior years, especially with juniors. His matkas and jhatkas, while enacting Katrina’s Chikni Chameli, invited many jeers, which he answered back by his blatant public courtship of an EC branch topper, a love affair so flashy that till today is the talk of the institute. In between his stints of running from professors to professors to shift classes, he goes from fests to fests, each time leading his contingent to victory. One of his most powerful virtues is his enormous mental strength that allows him to be immune to all criticisms. Always smiling and soft-spoken, he is one of the good boys in the branch and a solid friend when time demands. An example of the fact that engineers make good dancers, we hope for him to make it to the Shiamak Davar Dance Academy someday.
Subhasish Behera Fondly known as Chu Chu, Dahara, Endua, Subhasish dons his geeky glasses and loose oversize shirts to class, that is, when he shows up. Even though he never gets tired appreciating his own looks, yet one can always find him weeping over his receding hairline. The four years has seen way too many "spirited" episodes and every time it involves more drama than the last one. Although he prefers branded ‘videsi’ beverages, yet he prefers ‘Desi’ during his other leisure activities. One of his unique talents that he never fails to exhibit is to translate all Hindi songs and sing them in Odia. "Baby doll Mu sunaa ra…" is one of his favourite. Although he is a dedicated FIFA player, very few are aware of his masterful skills as a coder. Library is the only place where he can talk to girls. His laptop and phone are off-limits and accompany him even to the washroom. His funny one-liners can crack up humour in the dullest of the group. Honest and down-to earth, he is an exceptional friend to have..
Swadhin Kumar Swadhin Kumar is a deadly combination of passion, dedication, hard work and fun. This puri guy will always greet you with "Jai Jagannnath". Swadhin kumar, aka Motu, Muktidata has an excellent way of communication which includes MC or M***ya at the beginning and end of every sentence. He tries a lot to cut down his weight but finally ends up eating more calories than he burnt. He can be found designing logos and posters for many clubs in return for "processed ethanol". This guy has a hidden folder for Studies and all the unhidden ones in his laptop are sorted according to his mood most of which are contents from Pasha Bhai, Naga Bhai and Sariya Bhai. An Excellent coder and web designer, this guy is the saviour of his branch mates in simulation and coding labs. Music, social service, dance, art, sports, poetry, photography, mimicry, story-telling, singing, cooking, graphology, card tricks- he has been there and done that. A humorous and jolly guy who turns into an angry lion, if someone tries to mess with his loved ones. Driven by ambition and fuelled by love, Swadhin aims at building a better world for all. His heart melts at the smile of an underprivileged child. His eyes cry at the sight of a disabled beggar. Swadhin is a man of his words, but all he ever says is "Amara jaha chalichi na....".
Swastik Sovan Panda Swastik Sovan Panda, as the name goes, has a mantra for life- "Be like PANDA". His favorite place in NITR is his own room where he is mostly found sleeping, playing CS or passionately watching movies and TV series. His close ones describe him as one of the most unappologetically shameless person of the world, he is the truest believer of the saying, "This is who I am, take it or leave it". His hatred for anything pretentious is almost as large as his monstrous appetite. He has an eternal relationship with chicken claiming that chickens sacrifice their life for him. In spite of such a gigantic appetite, he still manages to keep a lean body. One of the finest carom players of the institute, he seldom misses his target. Also an ardent follower of cricket, he never misses any chance to watch a cricket match and there is absolutely no fact about the game that he does not know. He has the crowning achievement of being one of the few people who, instead of giving treats on birthday, receives them instead. On his 18th birthday, he was gifted a small "protective rubber raincoat" by his hall mates. Though his catchline is "I don’t give a sh*t", this guy is a great human being and there is not a single moment where he has not put his friends before himself.
Swostik Rout Swostik Rout (A.K.A. dude) is the most confused person on this planet. The cool dude of electrical engineering branch, who is so cool that he doesn’t care about his career. Engulfed in between start-up, CAT, GATE, GRE, GMAT, AFCAT, IAS preparation, he doesn’t have any idea in which path he should proceed so as to look for a stable career in future. He is the smartest guy on facebook having around 50100 girls to chat with at night. But it is quite contrary to his real life where he is even shy to pass through the Nescafe Coffee Shop because he has to pass through some girls in that area. Still, he is the karate kid of NITR. A national level karate player having as many awards as the number of his fb girlfriends. He is popularly known for his love for Karate and scolding the ones who don’t attend his training. He is such kind of a person who talks less in the class and sits on the front bench as if he grasps all the things the professor speaks. A person with a very simple approach towards all the work in his life, this karate guy is so innocent that he believes everything said to him by people around. But jokes apart, a true friend this guy will give up everything just to help a friend in need.
Syed Abrar Ahmed Quadri Syed Abrar aka Abu is one of the few friends whom one would never tend to forget by. For this guy, life is all about enjoying every moment and cherishing it. An adventurous fellow who has a great liking for nature, this guy enjoys to travel to the outskirts and roam about in the midst. A vivid reader that he is, loves to yield to some of the best novels, which he often flaunts by the infinite collection that he keeps. A very religious person, he can be spotted every Friday in white kurta for namaaz. Nonetheless being a picky eater, this man has a great taste for food and never backs from adding his homemade â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Hyderabadiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; pickles to his lunch. Never missing an opportunity to use his wit and his friendly attitude is a well know trait of his. A unique combination of mind and soul, is what makes this guy one of the rarest of his kind and to miss by.
T Nilakanta Singh This short guy from Manipur is the most polite and soft spoken guy one can ever find. Being from Manipur, as anyone expects, he is a great sportsman. His football skills are unparalleled. Popularly known as Nil, he came into the institute with only one dream, "GETTING JOB IN A PSU". And his dream came true when he got placed in Coal India. A very hard working and sincere person, one would always find Neel in the class with pens of atleast three colours. His multi coloured notes are easy to read and always in demand. Unknown to many, this young stud has many fans in CVR but his childhood sweetheart lives in Manipur and they are about to tie knot very soon. Rare teetotaller of the department, this footballer loves eating. A person who values friendship more than anything, he is sure to be there when his friends are in need.
Udit Nayak There is only one word that can define this guy-DOTA. His passion for DOTA is unparalleled. There might be world war3 going on outside but this gamer is sure to be found playing DOTA on his laptop or passionately discussing the just wrapped up DOTA game with his DOTA play mates. Not particularly known for his cleanliness, Udit is believed to take bath only once or twice in a month. His room is known as "the dustbin" as one can find all types of waste products in his room. Besides playing dota and having dustbin like room he has many qualities in his pocket. He has never been on time to any class in his history of 4 years at NITR. He always wakes up just 10 minutes before going to class, pours a lot of water on his hair and sets his unique plain stylish hair style. He has never used deodrant in his whole life despite the fact that he never takes bath. He uses his hands a lot for satisfying his needs. He claims to have given 7 shots in a row and that is something for which reality TV shows should give him a break. He gets nervous when it comes to girls. He has never chatted or talked with any of them although he is great admirer of figurative structure. Jokes apart, he is very kind at heart.He knows a lot but just lacks the way to express them..
Vedanshu Dash This cool, handsome stud is famous in the institute for his versatility. Carrying himself with an attitude, Vedanshu is famous for his Facebook posts while in Vancouver, Canada for his internship. Always ready to pose in the signature Tony Stark pose, he is very particular and at times obsessed about his looks. An impeccable haircut, neat French beard and a good fashion sense serves him well with the ladies. Genuinely interested in Brahmin girls, he doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fall back while flirt with other girls as well thereby by justifying his other nickname, "KHILADI". He is known for his frankness of speech, short temper and has the ability to speak up about your mistake in front you. He is one of those few who do not just maintain a balance between academics and extra-curricular, but excel in both. One of the toppers in the branch, he not only has an illustrated academic career, but also is the institute hockey teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s captain. This tech-savvy can be found in his room browsing through the specifications of upcoming smart phones in the market. He aspires to make it to one of the leading B-Schools and most certainly possess all that takes to be in one. Although he keeps himself to an exclusive friend circle, his friendly face and charming persona is something that will stay with everyone who made acquaintance with him.
Vinit Meena A head full of grey hairs and frequent doses of his words of wisdom has earned him the name "CHACHA". Leading a simple life, one can always hear him say "Hum to dal-roti khaane wale aadmi hai." Greeting everyone with a gentle smile, he is known to be reserved and quite. Even though he takes time to make acquaintances yet when he does, his friendship stays for life. Being a philosophical and spiritual individual, he can make long conversations and even bore people around to sleep. A self-proclaimed playback singer, he is probably the only person who enjoys when he sings. Even though his academics are not his strong forte, he compensates it well with his intellect. Always ready to help at the first chance he gets, he is someone to count on in times of needs. The "Gyaani Baba" of his group, his composed demeanor and loyalty to his friends make him the truest of friends one can have in life.
Vishruti Ranjan Be it either a bad day, or a rejection from someone; this girl's smile can actually make the rest of your day. Lovingly called as VISHU, this bubbly little cheerful girl is still in her childhood, little "muniya", who still relies only on Johnson baby products and even her pitch is of as high frequency as of babies. Her selfless nature of helping anybody and everybody is phenomenal. Not only is she adept in her core subjects, but also has a vivid idea about innovative craft and origami. She takes time to choose her friends but she makes sure that she remains the dearest thing to her "chosen ones". She is the gel that glues her group together. Known for her obsession for cleanliness and her ability for good cooking she is the "Monica" of her group. Ever enthusiastic to travel, she is the first one onboard any tour plans. One needs to be careful not to get on the wrong side of this girl else they will have to face the wrath of her short temper. Fun loving, extremely kind, reliable, helpful, talented, hard-working and a little short tempered, the girl literally fits the phrase "chotta packet bada damaakha".
Yashaswee Vijay Krishna Popularly called "IPS Vijay Krishna", "Dookudu", "Mahesh Babu" by his friends, this handsome hot minded cool guy possesses a very unique and captivating personality. Practically a genius in core electrical, he has got Electrical machines at his fingertips. His understanding of traction motors and locomotive engines can only be matched by his passion for cars. A binge watcher of "Top Gear", he can be found browsing through all the latest technologies in the automotive world. This Tirupati Brahmin is a pure vegetarian and in spite of his voracious appetite for ‘Garlic Paneer’ and ‘Pizza Margherita’, he maintains a perfect physique. With a long list of female fan followers, Yash has a huge weakness for South Indian chubbiness. His passion for cricket extends well beyond following and analyzing Indian cricket, to playing the sport himself. His composed batting performances under pressure has earned him a permanent place in his hall’s cricket team. Although he has a few interests, he is the kind of person who perform exceptionally when determined. Aspiring to be an IPS officer, this tall, well-built guy has the perfect balance of intelligence, physical strength, courage and determination needed for the job. His allegiance to his friends is unquestionable. A man of principles, a true friend and a great confidant, his companionship is something that many will cherish.
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ronak das If you remember coming across a guy whose laughter could echo through empty classrooms and through your hearts, who could always be found looking for lost keys or hearts, whose pants hung precariously low giving away glimpses of the unwatchable, then Ronak Das would have touched your lives for sure. Careless to the core, incorrigibly clumsy and nonchalantly forgetful, Ronak was someone whom you could always count upon to mess things up. However, this flawed facade held within it a chalice that brimmed with talent, goodness and compassion. For all that was wrong, Ronak, aka Ronny, Almond, had a heart of gold, whose presence spread smiles everywhere. An avid sports enthusiast, who had a soft spot for Lawn Tennis, Ronak never missed a chance to try out his hand at different sports. An enthusiastic member of the photography teams of both Third Eye and Monday Morning, Ronak captured the world as he saw it through his peculiar mind. His Activa, famous for being a life saver for late-comers, was also infamous amongst security guards. Always found inquiring about the syllabus hours before the paper, Ronak still managed to wade through the troubled waters which others found difficult to float on. One can go on and on about his eccentricities exhausting all reams of parchments, but you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get enough of him. He shall forever remain in the hearts of his friends and family.