Nirmaan Hosts Leadership Summit 2025–26 for 50+ Student Leaders from BITS & Badruka
July 22, 2025
Nirmaan hosted the two-day student Leadership Summit 2025–26 on July 21st and 22nd for student chapters of BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani - Goa Campus, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, and Badruka College Of Commerce and Arts. These chapters are part of Nirmaan's college-based collectives, where students engage in experiential learning to develop social leadership and a strong sense of community responsibility.
The summit had over 50 student leaders participating. The first day began with engaging field visits where students personally interacted with persons with disabilities at PWD skill centre Vidyanagar, listened to inspiring stories at the Cancer Survivor Center in Panjagutta, and visited the Vocational Training Center for women in Fathenagar. At Hope in a Cup, Kothaguda, Deepthi Sirla, our LGBTQIA+ Project Manager, shared the inspiring story behind the LGBTQIA+ led café and students also had a chance to interact with Nirmaan’s internal leaders.
The second day focused on leadership development, with participants attending organizational and departmental presentations, engaging in interactive team-building workshops, and listening to inspiring leadership stories that enriched their understanding of leadership.
We were graced by the presence of Prof. V S Rao, former Acting Vice-Chancellor of BITS Pilani, and Director of the BITS Hyderabad Campus, whose inspiring words truly energized the cohort. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our academic partners, BITS Pilani, BITS Goa & Hyderabad, and Badruka College. The summit concluded with a heartfelt ceremony, celebrating contributions and leadership spirit of every participant.
