The Regional Institute of Printing Technology (RIPT), Jadavpur, Kolkata, was established by the Government of India in 1956 during the 1st Five-Year Plan. This esteemed institution was tasked with disseminating printing and photography education in the Eastern region along with the other three institution in the country. This dynamic seat of learning satiated the growing demand of professional with expertise in different branches of Printing and allied industries including Photography. The Multimedia Department added later.
In order to the cater to the interest of the RIPT pass outs, Regional Institute of Printing Technology Alumni Association (RIPTAA), was formed in 1986. The broad aim being : –
RIPT being a regional college, RIPTAA comprises of Alumni from all states in the East and North East, who are spread across the country and even abroad. At present there are about 500 odd active members who attend our programmes regularly and another about 2000 floating members. They hold responsible positions in photography, printing, packaging, ink, paper, newspaper & multimedia companies and contribute to the development of the country.
The working of the Alumni association is governed by its constitution which mandates an Executive Body, consisting of sixteen working members, elected for two years. The election is held in the AGM held every year on 15 th August in Kolkata. The members of the EB and it’s President is elected from the regular members of RIPTAA. They conduct all the activities of RIPTAA throughout the two-year period along with publishing a quarterly mouthpiece ‘PrintOut’. It is a technical journal brought out highlighting technological updates, industry news, achievement, products of important brands and briefings of RIPTAA activities. All the activities of RIPTAA are well publicized through its Facebook Account, WhatsApp and website.
The executive body of RIPTAA comprises of the President, Vice President, the Secretary, Asst. Secretary, the Treasurer and 11 other members. Additionally, a member can also be co-opted if situation demands. For 2023-24 and 2024-25, the office bearers are Mr. Surendra B Dhote, President; Mr. Hillol Sinha, Vice-President; Mr. Apratim Mukherji, Secretary, Mr. Biplab Ghosh, Asst. Secretary and Mr. Tapas Roy, Treasurer. These official of RIPTAA along with other EB members constantly meet on regular basis at the present official address at Bharat Lithographing Company, Kolkata.
RIPTAA is also invited to mega printing and allied exhibitions held in various parts of the country. Some recent participations were in PAMEX at Mumbai, SCREENTEX India at Kolkata, Eastern PrintPack at Kolkata and PrintPack India at Noida. These involvements have made RIPTAA a household name among the forerunners in the industry and helped pursue the cause of its members. Visit of student groups from RIPT in these fares are also sponsored by RIPTAA to help them understand the latest trend in Printing and allied industry.
All details of the events organized and participated by RIPTAA may be found under the Events held section in RIPTAA website www.riptaa.in or at facebook.com/riptaa.
Last, but not the least, we are glad to announce that various benevolent activities of RIPTAA have been recognized by Government agencies and any donations made by any organization willing to support the activities of RIPTAA will henceforth attract tax exemption.
The name of the Association:
Regional Institute of Printing Technology Alumni Association (RIPTAA), Kolkata (formerly the School of Printing Technology, Calcutta).
Address: The registered office address is 98/4 S. N. Banerjee Road, Kolkata 700014, West Bengal.
The Objects of RIPTAA:
The association is established for the following purposes:
1. To foster cooperation and mutual help among ex-students of RIPT Kolkata and current students pursuing studies at RIPT.
2. To promote unity, healthy fellow feeling, and common interests among members.
3. To maintain contact with RIPT Kolkata and provide cooperation in education, technology upgradation, vocational training, etc.
4. To organize and develop activities related to economic, educational, social, and philanthropic matters.
5. To promote the moral, material, and industrial progress of Printing and Graphic Art industries in India, particularly in Eastern India.
6. To protect the interests of RIPTAA members.
7. To represent RIPTAA members.
8. To cooperate with other institutions or movements related to Printing and Graphic Art education.
9. To raise funds through subscriptions, donations, aids, and gifts for the association’s purposes.
10. To borrow money with or without security and manage financial instruments.
11. To invest the association’s money in securities for its benefit.
12. To contribute to charitable, benevolent, or public causes that align with the association’s objectives.
13. To amalgamate with other institutions or associations with similar objectives.
14. To perform acts necessary for achieving the association’s objectives.
“RIPTAA has played an important role in keeping alumni connected with the institute and the evolving printing industry. Its events create meaningful opportunities for interaction and learning.”
– Sandeep Ghosh
“Through its seminars and annual programs, RIPTAA provides a valuable platform for knowledge sharing between students, alumni, and industry professionals.”
-Soumitra Banerjee
“RIPTAA’s publications document both academic and industry perspectives, making them a useful reference for students and professionals alike.”
-Rituparna Das
RIPTAA brings together alumni, students, and industry professionals to encourage knowledge sharing, professional interaction, and long-term engagement with the printing and graphic technology community.
The Regional Institute of Printing Technology Alumni Association was formed in the year 1986. Since then every student who graduates from this esteemed institution becomes an associate member of the association.
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