Board for Student Publications, IIT Delhi

IIT Delhi has just concluded its inaugural Diversity and Inclusion Deanship. It is the first deanship of its kind among Indian government institutes. For this interview, we sat down with Professor Angelie Multani, former Dean of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Here is the insider view. Q1. You wrote a really beautiful farewell email, and in that, you told us that you were operating without any precedent when you set up this office. Which frameworks did you look for wh

Past Work Experience 1. PhD Portfolio a. Analysed survey data from PhD students revealing significant technical barriers and low awareness of IIT Delhi's web resources. b. Collaborated with DevClub, IIT Delhi to develop a no-code interface enabling PhD students to independently create and manage personal academic webpages, hosted on the institute's official web.iitd.ac.in domain. c. Engaged with the Associate Dean (PG Research) and CSC to drive institutional adoption, with se

Past Work Experience & Contributions to SAC 1. Printing Service Initiative • Designed and implemented a fully automated 24×7 printing kiosk using Raspberry Pi with complete backend integration. • Managed procurement, installation, and configuration of hardware including printers and digital payment systems. • Optimized payment workflows and resolved operational challenges to ensure seamless and reliable usage. 2. Infrastructure & Campus Development Initiatives • Proposed an i

Past Work Experience Printing Service • Developed a fully automated 24×7 printing kiosk using Raspberry Pi, including complete backend integration. • Managed procurement and setup of hardware components, including printers and payment interface systems. • Worked on resolving operational and payment flow challenges for seamless student usage. Hostel Affairs Council (HAC) • Drafted a comprehensive Student Insurance Policy SOP to streamline coverage and claims. • Contributed to

OPERATIONS - Preparation of a calendar for the tenure along with strict timeline establishment for each project - Project tracker for Chief Editors: a Google Sheet for each project with weekly updates for checking progress - Much stronger co-lead involvement: recruitment in 3 phases, and similar stature as Chief Editors with involvement in Ed-Board meets and board decisions - Sticking to 1 CE/project for most projects to avoid slack. Explicit work division if multiple CEs are

TEAM STRUCTURE, ORGANISATION AND WORKING • Recruit a Chief Editor for vernacular publications to expand BSP's outreach across diverse linguistic communities on campus. • Establish a PG/PhD Co-Lead position to lead projects addressing PG concerns and improve research scholar representation within BSP publications. • Organize internal workshops on design, journalism, and creative writing, conducted by experienced professionals and alumni. • Implement structured project timeline

Past Contributions Over the past year, I have worked closely within BSW to strengthen both its systems and its outreach. My experience is rooted in execution, collaboration, and understanding student needs on the ground. • Mental Health Portal: Structured the entire portal to streamline access to support. • BSW Website Revamp: Collaborated across teams to redesign and improve usability and accessibility. • Mental Health Day Stall: Organized and executed an interactive awarene

Motivation Within the first 15 days of stepping onto campus, the board had me completely in love. It made me feel at home. The warmth of the team I felt then has never let me feel alone, even across the years. From the very beginning, I knew the scope of the board and the impact it could make on the lives of the students on campus. Vision In my gsec tenure, I want to give back the love and support I have received throughout my college life. I wish to facilitate an impact on t

MOTIVATION My transition from an introverted student to a confident leader was catalyzed by BRCA. Finding a home in the Fine Arts and Crafts Club (FACC) and the marketing community allowed me to develop my personality beyond academics. Engaging in cross-club activities provided profound solace during stressful periods. I am contesting for General Secretary to ensure BRCA remains a transformative, approachable, and inclusive platform for every student. Having dedicated three y

Motivation For the last 3 years, BRCA has always played a role in shaping my overall IIT Delhi journey. Being part of various club activities has allowed me to work with so many amazing and talented people. Working in Rendezvous and during Inter-IIT tirelessly has shaped me in a way that I could've never imagined. All these experiences have led me to give back to the board and contribute on a larger scale by taking up the role of deputy general secretary. Vision Encourage a w

Motivation My involvement with hostel life began through active participation in cultural events, where I developed a strong connection with the house and its community. Over time, I took initiative to address issues within the hostel, which led me to serve as Maintenance Secretary in my third year. In this role, I worked closely with residents, staff, and the administration, and saw how structured effort and accountability can bring tangible improvements. Having worked at th

CONTRIBUTION TO BSA As a Player • Part of the Aquatics Team since 1st year, playing a key role in the team's victory in the Swimming Men's General Championship — the first time ever achieved by the Aquatics contingent. • Won back-to-back Gold medals at the Inter-IIT Sports Meet held at Gandhinagar and Indore and a Silver medal at the Inter-IIT Sports Meet held at Madras. • Conferred the Best Player Award in Swimming and Water Polo at the Inter-IIT Aquatics Meets held at Gandh

CONTRIBUTION TO BSA As a Player • Represented IIT Delhi in 8 inter-college tournaments with 4 podium finishes, consistently contributing as a core member of the Volleyball team. • Gold Medal at Udghosh '24, securing a podium against top national-level college teams in one of the most competitive inter-college fest circuits. • Gold Medal & Best Player Award at Sportech '24, recognised as the standout performer reflecting individual excellence and match-winning contributions. •

PAST CONTRIBUTIONS Mess & Hostel Operations • Actively coordinated with mess staff and administration to ensure smooth day-to-day functioning of hostel mess services. • Assisted in overseeing mess attendance tracking, meal scheduling, and maintenance of quality standards in food service. • Collaborated with hostel representatives to address resident complaints and escalate unresolved issues to concerned authorities. • Supported the procurement and inventory management of mess

Past Contributions to the Board As BHM Representative: Worked towards ensuring uniformity in Juice outlet pricing by surveying nearby market areas and comparing prices with campus outlets to identify discrepancies. Prepared a comprehensive BHM report covering key institutional discussions such as QR expansion, mess transparency, inspections, and digitization initiatives. Designed and conducted a campus-wide survey to gather student feedback on food quality, hygiene, and prici

Event Report by BSP & STEMtheGap Introduction On 10 March 2026, the STEMtheGap team at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi organised the Festival of Gender & STEM, a vibrant series of events designed to celebrate International Women’s Day. Hosted primarily in the bustling lobby of IIT Delhi’s Lecture Hall Complex (LHC), the festival’s central location attracted hundreds of B.Tech , PG, and PhD students. The team curated a host of interactive events for students that bala

In the second episode of the series Research at IITD, we bring to you Professor Vikram Singh from the Chemical Engineering Department. In this episode, we explore his work in CO2 capture and utilisation, particle suspensions, colloids and aerosols, and discuss how his studies mitigate air pollution. We also talk about his research journey and what motivates him to pursue these problems. Professor Vikram Singh traced his research interests back to his undergraduate years, when

Does the hostel experience at IIT Delhi vary for male and female students? The rule-making process affects this considerably, given that these rules are what define the boundaries that residents must live their lives within. Upon receiving complaints from girls' hostel residents about the nature of these regulations, the behaviour of guards and the movement of mail staff, we took this project up. In the first part of this 3-part series, we explore rule-making and enforcement

IIT Delhi's past is, by most measures, a success story. Established in 1961 with international collaboration and strong state backing, it was conceived as a capacity-building institution. For decades, its impact was visible in alums who staffed public-sector undertakings, built private manufacturing, shaped India's IT services boom, and later founded domestically relevant startups. Since its foundation, it has functioned as a talent funnel, producing over 60,000 graduates an

As we head deeper into the digital era, the various mediums of information transfer are continuously evolving, with some finding creative ways to wrap that piece of information around your head. Yes, we are talking about memes, reels, WhatsApp DMs, and all such digital entertainment instruments. In addition to their typical objective of keeping people amused, the creators couldn’t help but find utility in these instruments in one of the most essential aspects of modern societ