Archive · 27 Jul 2025
IIT-Ropar Director Goes Viral with Gen Z Poses at Convocation
The Director of IIT-Ropar, Professor Rajeev Ahuja, went viral online because he did fun poses with students at their graduation ceremony!
People are calling him the "Pookie" Director.
He made hearts with his hands, did the dab, and even tried Lionel Messi's slow-mo walk, making the students happy.
This was a change from the usual serious graduation events.
Professor Ahuja previously worked at a university in Sweden and was also in charge of another IIT.
IIT-Ropar Director Rajeev Ahuja went viral for participating in Gen Z poses at the convocation ceremony.
Videos of Ahuja with graduating students have gained traction on various social media platforms.
Ahuja, known as the 'Pookie' Director, engaged in poses such as Korean hearts and dabs.
The convocation deviated from traditional formality, promoting a more joyful atmosphere.
Ahuja previously held positions at Uppsala University and IIT Guwahati.
- Who
- Professor Rajeev Ahuja and graduating students of IIT-Ropar.
- What
- Professor Rajeev Ahuja, the director of IIT-Ropar, participated in Gen Z poses during the convocation ceremony.
- When
- During the IIT-Ropar convocation.
- Where
- Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar.
- Why
- To celebrate the students' achievements and create a more joyful, inclusive atmosphere.
Traditional Convocation
Modern Convocation
Ceremony Atmosphere
Traditional Convocation
Focuses on serious and formal events
Modern Convocation
Promotes a more joyful and interactive environment
- Professor's Name
- Rajeev Ahuja
- Position
- Director, IIT-Ropar
- Nickname
- 'Pookie' Director
- Event
- IIT-Ropar convocation ceremony
- Social Media Popularity
- Viral videos across multiple platforms
- Previous Position
- Professor at Uppsala University, Sweden
