Sanjay Mehrotra receiving his honorary PhD from BITS Pilaani
The US-headquartered Micron Technology has a strong Indian connection. The country has not only been a major market for its memory modules and flash storage products, but has also acted as a great destination for carrying out serious R&D activities. Now, the company has gone a step further in terms of making use of the great Indian promise by setting up a semiconductor assembly and testing unit in Sanand, Gujarat.
In the evolving relationship between India and Micron, Sanjay Mehrotra, the President & CEO of the company, has been playing a key role. Under his stewardship Micron further strengthened its association with India. Huge investments have been earmarked for running the Indian operations of the company.
So, as a mark of respect and appreciation, BITS (Birla Institute of Technology and Science) Pilani, a premier technical college of the country, has conferred an honorary PhD degree on Mehrotra. His significant contribution to the advancement of semiconductor technology is reflected in this recognition, demonstrating the institute’s dedication to identifying leaders who are meaningful changemakers.
Receiving the PhD degree, Mehrotra expressed his gratitude for the strong foundation that BITS Pilani provided during his initial two years of undergraduate studies, which paved the way for his successful transition to UC Berkeley. He then shared inspiring remarks with the graduates, stating how honoured he felt to receive this recognition from an institution renowned for nurturing talent, driving innovation and excellence.
Prof Ramgopal Rao, Vice Chancellor, BITS Pilani, viewed, “It is a great privilege for BITS Pilani to confer an honorary PhD on Sanjay Mehrotra, whose work has had profound impact on technology and society. His journey is inspirational for our students, exemplifying the spirit of innovation, resilience, and commitment that we seek to instil in our community.”
At Micron, Mehrotra leads a global team of more than 48,000 employees, with whom he is committed to creating an inclusive environment that encourages innovation that enriches life for all.
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