Heritage Institute of Technology (HITK), Kolkata, conducted COMPASS 2026, a four-day student induction programme for newly admitted B.Tech and MBA students from August 5 to 8.

The programme aimed to support students’ transition to campus life while introducing them to academic processes, institutional values, industry expectations, wellbeing and career opportunities.

The programme was inaugurated on August 5 with a Vedic invocation and ceremonial lighting of the lamp. The inaugural session featured addresses by Padma Shri Sajjan Bhajanka, Secretary and Founder Trustee, Kalyan Bharti Trust and Chairman, Century Plyboards (I) Ltd.; Vineeta Bajoria, Chairperson, Nicco Cables Pvt. Ltd.; Debraj Kundu, Retail Delivery & Sales Head, Tata Consultancy Services; and Prof. Nirmalya Narayan Chakraborty, Vice Chancellor, Presidency University, Kolkata.

Prof. (Dr.) Basab Chaudhuri, Principal, HITK, welcomed the gathering, while Prof. (Dr.) Pradipta Banerji, Director – Research & Innovation, spoke about innovation and research.

Sessions during the programme covered Indian heritage and values, cybersecurity, de-addiction, health and wellness, fitness, entrepreneurship, industry trends and student development. Swami Vedatitanandaji Maharaj, Correspondent, Ramakrishna Mission Shilpamandira, Belur Math, addressed students on “Indian Heritage, Culture & Values,” while Sourav Chakraborty, Technology Head, TCS Cyber Security, discussed cybersecurity threats, digital responsibility and emerging opportunities.

As part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, Dr Sachin Parab, De-addiction Counsellor and National Coordinator, Brahma Kumaris Medical Wing, spoke about the physical, psychological and social consequences of substance abuse and the importance of resisting peer pressure.

Mr Jaydeep Chitlangia, Founder Trustee, Heritage Group of Institutions and Chief Mentor, Duroply Industries Ltd., interacted with newly admitted B.Tech students on the transition from school to college. He encouraged students to embrace success with humility and failure with courage.

He also discussed manifestation, responsible use of Artificial Intelligence, independent thinking and digital wellbeing, and encouraged students to spend at least ten minutes each day in solitude, away from screens and distractions.

Departmental orientations, student clubs, academic processes, alumni interactions and cultural activities were also part of the programme.

“COMPASS 2026 is more than an orientation programme; it is the beginning of a transformative journey. We want our students to experience the values, culture and academic ethos of Heritage while developing the confidence, curiosity and resilience to navigate a rapidly changing world. Our endeavour is to inspire them to pursue excellence with integrity, purpose and a strong sense of responsibility.”

— Mr. Pradip Agarwal, Chief Executive Officer, Heritage Group of Institutions, Kolkata.

The programme concluded on August 8 with student engagement activities, club sessions and cultural performances.

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