The runway to success isn’t just stitched with fabric or built with blueprints—it’s shaped by vision, perseverance, and the courage to dream beyond boundaries.
For the graduating batch of 2024 at JD Institute of Fashion Technology, January 19th was more than just a date; it was a defining moment. A day when aspirations transformed into achievements, and years of creativity, learning, and hard work culminated in the pride of holding a degree. Students from Fashion and Interior Design across Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and One-Year Diploma programs received their degrees, marking the culmination of their academic journey with heartfelt emotions and a deep sense of accomplishment.
The ceremony was graced by two esteemed Guests of Honor, each a stalwart in their respective fields.
Mr. Rishu Anand, a highly respected name in the interior design industry, attended as the Guest of Honor. Serving as the Chairperson of the Institute of Indian Interior Designers (IIID) – Delhi Regional Chapter, and the Founder & Creative Director of Twenty North, Mr. Anand is known for his visionary approach to design. He had the honor of conferring degrees upon the Interior Design graduates, inspiring them with his insights and industry experience. Another distinguished Guest of Honor, Ms. Leena Singh, Co-founder of the iconic brand Ashima-Leena, presented degrees to the Fashion Design graduates alongside Ms. Rupal Dalal, Managing Director of JD Institute. With over 33 years of groundbreaking contributions to the fashion industry, Ms. Singh has left an indelible mark, including designing for the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 Commonwealth Games, a recognition bestowed upon her by the Government of India.
The event commenced on an auspicious note with Saraswati Vandana, followed by a spellbinding dance performance by Anjali, setting a vibrant and celebratory tone for the evening.
One of the most insightful sessions of the convocation was the panel discussion, skillfully moderated by the dynamic Director, Ms. Akshra Dalal. The panel featured distinguished alumni who have made remarkable strides in the industry:
The discussion delved into critical topics shaping the future of design:
Following the panel discussion, the Cultural Society took center stage, presenting a captivating dance performance dedicated to the graduating batch. It was an emotional moment as current students bid a heartfelt farewell to their seniors, sending them off with warm wishes for their future endeavors. The convocation ceremony concluded with memorable photo sessions, warm exchanges, and bittersweet emotions. As the graduates stepped into the professional world, the event served as a reminder of the knowledge, creativity, and values instilled in them at JD Institute. Not only this, in a symbolic and joyous moment, the graduates threw their graduate caps into the air, bidding a final farewell to their institute and marking the beginning of their professional journeys.
The convocation ceremony concluded with memorable photo sessions, warm exchanges, and bittersweet emotions. As the graduates stepped into the professional world, the event served as a reminder of the knowledge, creativity, and values instilled in them at JD Institute. Not only this, in a symbolic and joyous moment, the graduates threw their graduate caps into the air, bidding a final farewell to their institute and marking the beginning of their professional journeys.