‘Missile Woman of India’ Tessy Thomas appointed NICHE University vice-chancellor

NEW DELHI: NICHE University, Kanyakumari has appointed Tessy Thomas, known as the "Missile Woman of India", as its new vice-chancellor. Tessy Thomas, renowned for her contributions to defence research and technology, brings her extensive experience and leadership to guide NICHE Kanyakumari toward unparalleled academic excellence, the university said.

As per the official press release, “Tessy Thomas had a distinguished career spanning decades within India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Her leadership and contributions have been instrumental in shaping the nation's missile programme, particularly the successful Agni-4 and Agni-5 projects. Her commitment and accomplishments have led to widespread recognition and numerous accolades.”

Tessy Thomas's appointment as vice chancellor signifies a pivotal moment in NICHE's pursuit of academic excellence. With her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to quality, NICHE University is positioned to redefine the parameters of engineering education and research both in India and beyond, the institute said.

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Expressing her enthusiasm for her new role, Tessy Thomas, said: "I am honoured to join NICHE University, an institution committed to academic excellence and innovation. My mission is to foster a culture of research, innovation, and academic rigour, empowering students to become leaders in their respective fields."

Speaking at the event, pro-chancellor of NICHE University, Faizal Khan, said: "NICHE University has long been a bastion of engineering and technology, with state-of-the-art facilities, a focus on emerging technologies, and robust industry collaborations. Tessy Thomas's appointment as vice chancellor signifies a new era of academic excellence. Her leadership will undoubtedly elevate NICHE to unprecedented levels of success."