Assessment work at Ahmednagar

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Early in the morning at 4:30 am, I embarked on my journey to Mangalore International Airport. After completing all the necessary formalities, I boarded my Indigo flight to Bangalore at 8:55 am. I had to arrive early to ensure a smooth travel experience, so I had some time to wait before my flight. The flight to Bangalore was comfortable and uneventful, and we arrived on time. From there, I caught another flight to Pune.

Upon arriving in Pune, I was warmly welcomed by the college authorities and the IQAC Coordinator, who were waiting for me. As the Chairman of the NAAC Peer Team was also scheduled to arrive, the college authorities kindly arranged for me to rest at a beautiful hotel called Ivy Studios. I enjoyed some delicious vegetarian food and the pleasant ambiance of the hotel.

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