Involved in the creation of a team of individuals, with varying talents, to enhance teaching at both first degree and higher degree levels and strongly emphasize and implement a research focus in the Group. The basic caveat followed was that creative, target oriented research is a natural basic requirement for creative teaching, and would enhance quality of the overall educational experience. Involved in providing the leadership required to attempt excellence in the Department, which encompassed various aspects, ranging from facility design, fund arrangement, supply chain management and all types of maintenance related issues. It was an exhilarating experience to attempt to create a hygienic work environment for the benefit of students, faculty colleagues and the BITS system, which has strong links with various National and International Systems.