President Releases ₹100 Coin at HBTU Kanpur Centenary Celebrations

The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, released the ₹100 commemorative coin and postage stamps during the centenary celebrations of Harcourt Butler Technical University in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, on November 25, 2021. The Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Smt. Anandiben Patel, and other dignitaries were also present.

The President highlighted that HBTU has gained recognition for its significant contributions in the fields of oil, paint, plastic, and food technologies. The illustrious history of the institution is intricately linked to India's industrial development from the early 20th century. The technology and human resources provided by HBTU have played a pivotal role in establishing Kanpur's reputation as the 'Manchester of the East,' the 'Leather City of the World,' and an 'Industrial Hub.'

Addressing the centenary celebrations of HBTU, the President drew attention to the concurrent celebration of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, commemorating 75 years of independence. Anticipating the university's 125th anniversary coinciding with the nation's centenary of independence in 2047, the President expressed the collective responsibility to elevate HBTU's current National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) position of 166th. He emphasized that all stakeholders must strive for the university to be ranked among the top 25 institutes in the country by 2047. The President underscored the need for determined efforts, expressing confidence that the collaborative endeavors of all stakeholders would propel HBTU and the nation to unprecedented heights.

This release marks the third commemorative coin for the year 2021, signifying the fourth release featuring a University theme.

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