Dhanbad, Jan. 12 -- Fast Forward India, an NGO functioning under the aegis of the Centre for Societal Mission (CSM), IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, organised its flagship outreach programme "UMEED 2026" on Sunday on the institute campus. The event, dedicated to empowering underprivileged students through education and skill development, witnessed participation from over 1,000 students representing 80 plus schools, providing them a platform to showcase talent, learn from peers and gain wider exposure.

The programme was graced by chief guest Prabhat Kumar, SSP Dhanbad, along with institute leadership including Sukumar Mishra, director, IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, Dheeraj Kumar, deputy director, Sunil Kumar Gupta, dean (student welfare) and Sanjeev Anand Sahu, h...