Perhaps what led me to the medals was learning to not take myself too seriously and at the same time honing the skills to absolutely love myself. Former taught me to learn from others and the latter helped me see the capacity I had to learn, live and imbibe as I go. IITGN provided me with the environment that helped me both understand what I need to keep fighting and resisting and what I need to use as the tools to do so. Medals are positive reinforcements but as a woman in IIT they are also a marker of rarity: how rare it is for a woman to enter this space, how tough it is to fight the microaggressions and how easy it is to dilute our achievements and become generic. We aren't generic. Women, especially Dalit and Bahujan women in IIT need to multiply in numbers not only because there is strength in numbers, but because numbers provide strength to others when other women who see more people like them around get inspired to be in a class, in a field, on a stage and encouraged to take up space, claim their rightful space and tell us how it is done. It's time, it's their time. It's our time. We desperately need it.

Prerna Subramanian President Gold Medal, MSc and MA, 2018 Batch

While the intensity and rigour of the undergraduate programme was a bit taxing at first, I soon realized that things can be fun if I stay optimistic and put in my best efforts in whatever I do. The company of some very motivated people for the next four years, with the freedom to do anything right, made me realize that it is possible to accomplish anything if I commit myself to the objective. Such well-rounded experience would not have been possible without the efforts of multiple very dedicated individuals. The medals and awards in curricular as well as co-curricular fields aptly recognize and promote these efforts.

Rishab Anand President Gold Medalist, BTech, 2017 Batch

I feel delighted and fortunate to be a part of the IIT Gandhinagar family. From the day of entry up to the day of convocation, each day here has in essence taught me to live life. The foundation programme is a cherry on the cake. The life lessons I have learnt here and the friendships I have made, I believe, will be my lifelong treasure, guiding and supporting me through the future ups and downs. With each passing day I move a step closer to understanding the gist of the words we often heard, "IIT Gandhinagar prepares it's students not just for the first, but for the last job."

Radhika Patil President Gold Medalist, BTech, 2016 Batch

IITGN has since its inception strived to achieve its vision of building an institute creating not just fine engineers but great future leaders. It is no astonishment that the institute acknowledges efforts and achievements in academics, sports, contribution towards arts and culture, for leadership, social work, etc. It is really an honour to have been the recipient of few of these awards, medals and scholarships.

Preet Shah President Gold Medalist, BTech, 2015 Batch

The practice of recognition of talented students through awards and honors serve as a strong motivation for all to give their best which contributes greatly to personal and community development. The awards and scholarships I received give me confidence that there is nothing I cannot excel in if I am really passionate about it.

Dhwanil Shukla President Gold Medalist, BTech, 2014 Batch

With awards and scholarships for excellence in academics, innovation, leadership, sports and culture, IITGN encourages and rewards students for their all-round development and contribution to the institute. These awards acknowledge the efforts of its students who rise above academics and do something more. As a recipient of some of these awards, I feel honored and motivated to strive for excellence in life.

Shruti Jain President Gold Medalist, BTech, 2013 Batch

Academic Incentives awarded based on merit is a hallmark of great institutions and IIT Gandhinagar has believed in this philosophy since its inception. I feel fortunate that my hard work has been acknowledged and feel very honored to be the recipient of some of these awards, scholarships and medals.

Swetava Ganguli President Gold Medalist, BTech, 2012 Batch