Dumka Engineering College, a part of Techno India Group, hosted a highly engaging and insightful Industry–Institute Interaction (I–I–I) Session on 25 November 2025. Conducted by the JIO Center, Dumka, the session was exclusively designed for first-year B.Tech students, offering them an early window into employability skills, real-world job opportunities, and the rapidly evolving landscape of telecommunication technologies.
Led by Mr. Rajat Srivastava, Senior Manager, JIO Center Dumka, and Mr. Vivek Kumar, Assistant Manager, the programme provided students with a clear understanding of the dynamic telecom sector. The speakers highlighted the increasing demand for engineering graduates in areas such as 5G deployment, optical fiber technology, network security, cloud services, digital infrastructure, IoT applications, and AI-driven communication systems. They reinforced that telecom remains one of India’s largest recruiters of skilled engineers, making it a promising career domain for young technologists.
A key highlight of the session was JIO’s discussion on its collaboration with Google Gemini, which includes the Google Gemini Pro Plan (18-month validity) for all JIO Unlimited 5G users. Students gained valuable insights into how AI-integrated telecom services are transforming customer experiences, industrial applications, and future job roles.
The session saw enthusiastic student participation, with many engaging in thoughtful discussions on emerging technologies and the skill sets required to thrive in this fast-paced sector. JIO representatives appreciated the students’ curiosity and technical interest.
College authorities lauded the initiative:
Dr. Ganesh Shankar, Principal of Dumka Engineering College, shared that such programmes significantly broaden the horizons of first-year students and help them align academics with industry expectations.
Dr. Ratan Kumar Bose, Vice-Principal, emphasized that partnerships with leading industry players like JIO strengthen the academic ecosystem and open doors to advanced career opportunities.
Prof. Pankaj Sarkar, President of the Institution Innovation Council (IIC), noted that Industry–Institute Interaction is vital not only for employability but also for cultivating a robust startup and innovation culture. He also mentioned that the college has formally approached JIO to enhance network connectivity on campus, a move that will benefit teaching, research, and innovation activities.
The event concluded with JIO expressing its commitment to supporting future training programmes, internships, and skill-development initiatives.