Jaipur. The 24th Convocation Ceremony of ARCH College of Design & Business, Jaipur, was held at the college campus with great dignity and enthusiasm. The ceremony celebrated the achievements of undergraduate and postgraduate students from various design programmes, who were awarded degrees and certificates and felicitated for their accomplishments.
The event was graced by Vijay Golcha, Co-founder and Director, Golcha Jewels, who was the keynote speaker for the convocation. Dr. Rahul Mishra, State Director, KVIC, MSME, Government of India, and Rajat Verma, Assistant Director, DCH, Jaipur, were also present as distinguished guests.
The ceremony was attended by Binoy Thumpunkal, Director – International, ARCH, Siddharth Mohanty, Coordinator, ARCH, along with faculty members and staff. The ceremony was presided over by Archana Surana, Director, ARCH College of Design & Business.
The speakers shared their insights on emerging opportunities in the design sector, innovation, entrepreneurship and the importance of creative leadership. They encouraged students to embrace new opportunities in the rapidly changing global creative economy and contribute meaningfully to society.
Addressing the graduating students, ARCH Director Archana Surana said, “Design is not merely a skill; it is a way of thinking, seeing and bringing about change in society. Today, our students are moving forward with more than just a degree—they carry a vision, a responsibility and the ability to shape the future. ARCH has always been committed to nurturing creative and confident professionals who can make a meaningful impact in the world.”
More than 75 graduating students were awarded certificates during the convocation. Students were also honoured with awards in various categories for their outstanding achievements.
Awards Presented
Best Overall Performance: Shagun Gupta, B.Des. Interior Design
Innovative Student Award: Sukanya Sen, B.Des. Fashion Design
Academic Excellence Award: Sakshi Biyani, Rishi Mehta, Ishika Lohia, Devanshi Rander, Bhumika Srivastava and Pranjal Thadnani
Alumni Excellence Award: Sukriti Banthia, Narendra Saini, Rohit Paliwal and Pooja Vijayvergiya
ARCH College of Design & Business, which is celebrating 25 years of its journey and achievements as part of its Silver Jubilee, has made a significant contribution to the field of design education over the years.
The college offers B.Des programmes and internationally recognised Pearson BTEC programmes, along with industry-based projects, international collaborations and community-oriented initiatives. These programmes and initiatives provide students with practical exposure and real-world experience, preparing them to meet the evolving demands of the global design industry.