The Mechanical Engineering Department and the CST ASHRAE Student Branch proudly celebrated a significant moment as Dr. Cheki Dorji, President of the College of Science and Technology, was conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Mrs. Shashikanta Memorial Foundation, India. The award recognizes his decades of distinguished service and transformative contributions to education, research, community development, and youth empowerment.
The award was formally presented on behalf of the foundation by Dean Prof. Agarwal, who highlighted Dr. Dorji’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, ethical leadership, and nation-building. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Dorji has been admired for his vision, clarity of purpose, and ability to inspire students and faculty alike.
During the felicitation ceremony, Dr. Dorji delivered a powerful and inspiring message to young engineers, urging them to use their skills, creativity, and technical knowledge in service of Bhutan’s development. He emphasized the importance of innovation, public duty, and sustainable progress—values that align closely with Bhutan’s aspirations for a knowledge-driven society.
Dr. Dorji’s leadership continues to serve as a guiding force for students, faculty, and the wider CST community. His humility, integrity, and dedication have shaped countless lives and set high standards for professionalism within Bhutan’s engineering education ecosystem.
The Mechanical Engineering Department joins the entire CST family in congratulating Dr. Dorji on this well-deserved honour and expresses deep gratitude for his enduring contributions to advancing education and society.
