Farewell to Brig. SK Sharma (Retd), Pro Vice-Chancellor

A farewell function was organized on 11 August 2017 to bid farewell to Brig. SK Sharma (Retd) who superannuated from the post of Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University at the age of 70 years on 15 August 2017. He served the University in various capacities for eight years - Registrar from June 2009 to August 2014, Professor and Advisor to the Governing Body till May 2015 and thereafter as the Pro Vice-Chancellor & Officiating Vice-Chancellor of The NorthCap University. Brig SK Sharma (Retd) was instrumental in establishing systems and procedures in the University ever since it attained the status of a University in 2009. He oversaw the successful completion of all actions pertaining to the rebranding of the University from ITM University, Gurgaon to The NorthCap University, Gurgaon. Today, that the University is on a sound footing, much credit goes to his hard work and toil. 

Speaking at the occasion the Registrar eulogized the achievements of Brig. Sharma and his methodical and un-relentless drive for excellence in every sphere and activity at NCU. Prof. Ojha, Director, SOET; Prof. Swaran Ahuja, Head, Dept of EECE & Dean Academics; Mr BK Gupta, Director, SPA; Ms Deepika Deswal, Dy Manager, HR and Prof. Kalika Srivastava, Dept of APS spoke about Brig. Sharma’s way of functioning and as a person who was easily approachable at any time. 

Mr V Daulet Singh, Hon’ble Chancellor, recalled that in 2009 he had come to know of Brig. Sharma through one of his colleagues. He appreciated Brig. Sharma’s immense contribution to the University and invited him to visit NCU whenever possible and continue his association with the University. 

Thanking everyone Brig. Sharma said,

These eight years have been very eventful for the University and we all played our part in its consolidation. I thank each one of you for the unstinting support given to me during this period. Brig. SK Sharma

He advised everyone to put in their best and strive towards excellence in all that they do. 

Hon’ble GB members, Mr Avdhesh Mishra and Mr Shiv Saran Mehra presented a memento to Brig Sharma as a token of remembrance. The meeting was followed by high tea for all.