Kollam, Kerala — Bishop Jerome Institute (BJI), School of Engineering, Architecture & Management, is set to celebrate its 17th Initiation Day on July 29, 2026, welcoming the new batch of students across its B.Tech, MBA, and B.Arch programmes. The event will take place at the Bharatha Rajni Auditorium within the campus premises.
The grand ceremony will be graced by distinguished dignitaries, academic leaders, and administrative heads, marking an inspiring beginning for the incoming batch of professional students.
Dignitaries and Key Guests
Presidential Address: His Excellency Rt. Rev. Dr. Paul Antony Mullassery, Bishop of Quilon and Chairman of the Bishop Jerome Group of Institutions.
Chief Guest: Smt. Anie Jula Thomas, IAS, District Collector, Kollam, who will deliver the Inaugural Address.
Guest of Honour: Dr. M. Abdul Rahiman, Director of C-DIT, Thiruvananthapuram, presenting the Keynote Address.
Programme Schedule
| Time | Event / Activity | Speaker / Person in Charge |
| 08:30 AM | Holy Mass | Rev. Fr. Arun J. Aradan (Bursar, BJI) |
| 09:30 AM | Break | — |
| 10:00 AM | Prayer Song | College Choir |
| 10:05 AM | Welcome Address | Dr. Anil A.R. (Principal, BJI) |
| 10:10 AM | Presidential Address | Rt. Rev. Dr. Paul Antony Mullassery |
| 10:25 AM | Lighting of the Lamp | Dignitaries |
| 10:35 AM | Inaugural Address | Smt. Anie Jula Thomas, IAS |
| 10:50 AM | Keynote Address | Dr. M. Abdul Rahiman |
| 11:05 AM | Felicitations | • Rev. Fr. Benjamine Palliyadiyil (Manager, BJI) • Rev. Fr. Arun J. Aradan (Bursar, BJI) • Prof. Roy S. (Dean of Academics) • Prof. Anil G. S. (HoD, School of Management) • Ar. Athul V.S. (Dean & HoD, School of Architecture) • Dr. Misha V. (PTA Vice-President) |
| 11:35 AM | Distribution of Academic Excellence Awards 2026 | — |
| 11:50 AM | Operation Toofan (Pledge & Campaign) | Dr. Kim J. Seelan (Vice Principal, BJI) |
| 11:55 AM | Vote of Thanks | Ms. Sandhya I. (HoD, B.S. Department & First Year Coordinator) |
| 12:00 PM | National Anthem | All |
About Bishop Jerome Institute
Established in 2010, Bishop Jerome Institute is a Center of Excellence in Professional Education under the Roman Catholic Diocese of Quilon, offering premier programs in Engineering, Architecture, and Management.
📍 Address: Fatima College Road, Kollam - 691001
🌐 Website:
www.bji.ac.in