3rd Dec, 2024 – Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani is pleased to announce a generous contribution from alumnus Lalit Ahuja, Founder, and CEO of ANSR (Global Capability Centres). Lalit’s donation is directed towards BITS Pilani’s $100 Million Endowment Fund, which aims to drive educational access, purposive research, innovations, and infrastructure development for a new generation of innovators.
Lalit Ahuja, is the Founder & CEO of ANSR and a notable leader and industry veteran, is widely recognized for his pioneering work in building global capabilities centers for Fortune 500 companies. ANSR has established over 130 centers employing over 150,000 people supporting R&D, innovation, and technology transformation. Prior to founding ANSR, Lalit held key leadership roles as CEO at prominent companies such as Datamatics, LG Electronics, and News Corporation (Star TV). He also served as Chairman and President of Target India. His journey began in the Indian Navy, where he retired as a lieutenant commander, having led the Naval Computer Applications Centre and served as Senior Engineer Officer on multiple warships. Lalit through the ANSR foundation is also supporting BITS, Pilani with scholarships to the needy and meritorious students and fellowship for research in emerging areas.
Prof. V. Ramgopal Rao, Vice-Chancellor, BITS Pilani, expressed his gratitude, saying, “Mr. Lalit Ahuja’s commitment to BITS Pilani reflects the extraordinary impact our alumni continue to have on our mission. His generous support underscores the importance of empowering the next generation of leaders through research excellence and education for all, especially those from economically challenged backgrounds.”
Lalit Ahuja, Founder and CEO of ANSR, shared his vision behind the contribution: “BITS Pilani shaped my formative years and instilled a lifelong commitment to innovation, service and giving. I am eternally grateful to my alma mater for the education and upbringing that has shaped my career journey from the very outset. My contribution to the BITS Pilani’s $100 Million Endowment Fund is a tribute to that legacy, and I am excited to support initiatives that empower young minds and create an enduring impact in education, research, and beyond.”
Prof. Arya Kumar, Dean Alumni Relations, BITS Pilani stated that, “this gift from Mr. Ahuja is a testimony to the love and concern that alumni have for the alma mater. The endowment would enhance our capacity to deliver world-class education and take strategic initiatives for the growth of the institution through focus on sustainability, technology, and accessibility.”
BITS Pilani’s Endowment Fund and Diamond Jubilee
The $100 Million Endowment Fund, which was formally launched at BITS Pilani’s convocation coincided with the institute’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. This fund represented a significant milestone in BITS Pilani’s mission to drive educational access, research excellence, and innovation.
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