Report on

DEEKSHARAMBH-2026

Date of Event: 24^th August to 31^st August, 2026

Organised by: Maharishi School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Maharishi University, Lucknow Campus) in association with IQAC

Objective: The Maharishi School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Maharishi University of Information Technology, Lucknow Campus, organized “Deeksharambh-2026” from 24^th to 31^st August, 2026 to warmly welcome newly admitted students and help them become familiar with the university’s academic environment, values, support systems, career opportunities, and the scope of pharmaceutical sciences.

Participating Students: All teaching, non-teaching staff & B. Pharm, D. Pharm, M. Pharm and MPH first year students.

Event Details: Maharishi School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MSOPS), Maharishi University of Information Technology, Lucknow Campus, organized Deekshaarambh 2026 beginning on 24th August 2026 as an orientation and induction programme for newly admitted students. The programme began with registration and document verification, followed by the auspicious Guru Pujan by TM teachers, and Saraswati Vandana presented by the students. The formal session proceeded further with warm welcome address by Mr. Nilesh Pandey (Assistant Professor, MSOPS) and an overview of the university, its academic environment, institutional framework, values, and opportunities available to students presented by Mrs. Saumya Srivastava (Assistant Professor, MSOPS). The programme was enriched by inspiring messages from the Hon’ble Chancellor, Shri Ajay Prakash Shrivastava; Hon’ble Director General, Prof. (Group Captain) O. P. Sharma; Hon’ble BOG Member, Shri Rahul Bhardwaj; Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Bhanu Pratap Singh; and Hon’ble Registrar, Dr. Girish Chhimwal. who encouraged them to approach their academic journey with dedication, confidence, and a positive attitude.

A major highlight of the programme was the motivational interaction with distinguished alumni, including Mr. Gaurav Shukla from Macleod Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Abhishek Mishra from PERCOS India Pvt. Ltd., and Mr. Arpit Prajapati from DPC Limited. The alumni shared their academic and professional experiences and provided valuable insights into career opportunities, professional growth, and the expectations of the pharmaceutical industry. An important session on Anti-Ragging Committee and Student Support & Guidance was conducted by Dr. Rupam Singh, who sensitized students about maintaining a safe, respectful, inclusive, and supportive campus environment. The programme was further brightened by a cultural performance by students, followed by a Training and Placement Overview by Coordinator, Mr. Kaustubh Misra, which introduced students to career development, placement support, skill-building initiatives, and professional opportunities.

The programme also included a dedicated Introduction to Maharishi School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, familiarizing students with the school’s academic programmes, faculty members, laboratories, infrastructure, and learning environment. The Dean Academics and Dean, MSOPS guided the students and emphasized academic discipline, professional ethics, continuous learning, and holistic development. The formal session concluded with a Vote of Thanks by the Dy. Dean, MSOPS, followed by the National Anthem.

After lunch and refreshments, students participated in a departmental visit, where they interacted with faculty members and became familiar with their respective departments, laboratories, and facilities.

Following the successful completion of Deekshaarambh 2026 on 24th August 2026, the one-week induction programme continued from 25th to 31st August 2026 with a series of structured activities aimed at providing newly admitted students with broader exposure to the university’s academic, professional, extracurricular, and support systems. On 25th August, an Industry Interaction Session and an Alumni Interaction Session were organized under the guidance of the Training and Placement Cell, involving faculty coordinators- Mr. Vipin Kesharwani, Dr. Dharmendra Kumar, Mrs. Vandana Yadav, and Mr. Manoj Kumar Singh. These sessions provided students with valuable insights into industry expectations, career opportunities, professional skills, and the practical relevance of their academic education. On 27th August, students participated in an Incubation and Innovation Session, facilitated by Mr. Puneet Pandey (Manager, MIRC/MIIF). The session was followed by an ERP Overview, conducted by Mr Aman Agrahari, along with the Exam Cell team, including Dr Prakash Deep, who familiarised students with the university's essential academic and administrative systems. On 29th August, a Sports Session was conducted under the guidance of Mr. Akash Singh and Mr. Pawan Upadhyay, followed by a Mentor-Mentee Meeting coordinated by Dr. Ravi Kant Kushwaha and Mr. Akash Singh, which emphasized student engagement, mentoring, academic guidance, and overall well-being. The induction programme concluded on 31st August with a Library Session and an interaction with the DSW and Proctorial Team involving Dr. Mridula Singh, Dr. Shikhar Verma, Dr. Pawan Dixit, and Mrs. Pranki Shukla. These sessions helped students become familiar with library resources, student welfare services, institutional discipline, and the various support mechanisms available to them. Thus, the activities conducted during the subsequent week complemented the Deekshaarambh 2026 orientation programme and provided students with a comprehensive introduction to the academic, professional, institutional, extracurricular, and student-support ecosystem of Maharishi University of Information Technology, enabling them to begin their academic journey with greater awareness, confidence, and responsibility.

Overall, Deekshaarambh 2026 provided the newly admitted students with a warm and meaningful introduction to university life and helped them begin their academic journey at MSOPS with enthusiasm, confidence, and a clear sense of responsibility.

Students’ Feedback: The newly admitted students appreciated Deekshaarambh 2026 as a warm and informative introduction to university life. They particularly enjoyed interacting with university authorities, faculty members, and alumni, and found the sessions on career opportunities, anti-ragging, student support, and academics helpful. The cultural performance and departmental visit further made the programme engaging and helped students feel comfortable in their new environment. Overall, the programme boosted their confidence and motivated them to begin their academic journey with enthusiasm and a positive outlook.

Acknowledgements:

The Maharishi School of Pharmaceutical Sciences sincerely expresses its gratitude to the University Management and all distinguished dignitaries for their valuable presence, guidance, and encouragement during Deekshaarambh 2026. The school also appreciates the dedicated efforts and active support of all faculty members, staff, and students involved in organizing and conducting the programme. Their collective contribution and cooperation ensured the smooth and successful execution of the event. Deekshaarambh 2026 marked a meaningful and memorable beginning to the academic journey of the newly admitted students, fostering a sense of belonging, motivation, and enthusiasm for their future at the school. Special appreciation is extended to the invited alumni viz. Mr. Gaurav Shukla, Mr. Abhishek Mishra, and Mr. Arpit Prajapati for taking the time to interact with the newly admitted students and sharing their valuable professional experiences and insights.