Based on an invitation, I, Mohammed Ifteqaruddin, Badge #140948, Technical Advisor Mechanical Services, Ras Tanura Refinery Maintenance Department attended the “Learning and Development Awards 2024” (L & D Awards 2024) Event.
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_01.jpg)
This wonderful and informative event took place at “t-Hub” Hyderabad (A community space for startups, investors, incubators, and accelerators in India).
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_02.jpg)
The t-Hub is surrounded by huge beautiful buildings:
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_03.jpg)
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_04.jpg)
This event took place under the umbrella of the “Indian Society for Training and Development” (ISTD) Hyderabad Chapter. I have been a life member of ISTD since the year 2018. Following is the schedule of the event:
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_05.jpg)
The Flexi-Stand was welcoming the guest and participants:
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_06.jpg)
The event started with Registration and Networking over Hi-Tea
The following actions took place:
- Panel Discussions
- Award Presentations
- Vote of Thanks
- Networking Dinner
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_07.jpg)
In the above picture, Amar Chegu addresses the audience.
The following is the organizers' and committee members' group picture.
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_08.jpg)
While I was in Aramco, I was trained as a Group-Classroom and Craftsman Trainer in the years 1997 and 1982 respectively:
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_09.jpg)
![New Waves - Learning and Development Hyderabad](https://imgsrv2.aramcoexpats.com/community/pakistan/ar_NW-LDH_10.jpg)
Based on my Aramco background, I have joined ISTD to share my experience with young people.
With this report, I invite the Global Aramco Expats community to visit the Hi-Tech City Hyderabad, whenever you visit India, it is known as the Information Technology hub.
“Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow.” - Anthony J. D’Angelo