I am proud of you all: PM Modi to students during IIT Delhi convocation
New Delhi, Aug 8
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday attended the Convocation Ceremony of the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi as the Chief Guest, and congratulated the students, wishing them all the best for their futures, adding that they aren't just taking degrees but taking forward a dream of doing something for the country.
A total of 3,000-plus students, including 587 PhD scholars, were conferred their degrees during the ceremony.
Addressing the gathering, PM Modi expressed his joy in attending the convocation ceremony and said, "The way your families are feeling proud today, I am also proud of you all. You are not just taking a degree, but taking forward the dream of doing something for the country."
The Prime Minister also presented IIT Delhi's prestigious academic honours to meritorious students in recognition of their outstanding performance. The awards include the President's Gold Medal, Director's Gold Medal, Shankar Dayal Sharma Gold Medal and Perfect Ten Gold Medal.
On a lighter note, PM Modi said, "If some daughters were meritorious students, then it would have been much better. Sorry, not just some but many."
"All of you are gathered here today, but there must be something going on in your hearts. Now, I am not Baba Bageshwar, but there must be something going on. Some must be thinking of their future, some about their salaries, some must be preparing for a new start in a new city, some must be thinking of start-ups... Everyone has a different path and dreams, but one feeling must be mutual -- recalling the first day in IIT Delhi and today. You must be feeling satisfied by your journey from orientation to convocation... You all should cherish this moment," the Prime Minister said.
"Whenever life gives you a reason to look back, then this campus life, your friends, teachers and support staff -- the ones who have become your families and home -- you will remember all this and be thankful for everyone," he added.
PM Modi also virtually inaugurated 'Param Pragya' -- an AI-powered high-performance supercomputing facility at the institute's Sonipat campus.
The facility is expected to strengthen the institute's capabilities in Artificial Intelligence, data science, advanced computing and interdisciplinary research.
— IANS
Reader Comments
The comment about daughters being meritorious was a bit unnecessary. Sure, it was meant as a joke, but in 2024, we should be celebrating women's achievements without such caveats. Still, congratulations to all the graduates! 👏
As an IITian myself, this hits home. The journey from orientation to convocation is truly special. PM Modi's words about remembering campus life and support staff are spot on - those relationships last a lifetime. All the best to the class of 2024!
587 PhD scholars - that's incredible! India is truly becoming a hub for research and innovation. The Param Pragya facility will help our students compete with the best in the world. So proud of our institutions! 🎓
Watching India's investment in education and technology from abroad makes me wish I could be part of this transformation. The future of global innovation is increasingly looking east. Congratulations to all the graduates!
The Baba Bageshwar reference was unexpected and funny! 😄 But on a serious note, PM Modi connecting with students on their dreams and anxieties shows a leader who understands the youth. Whether you agree with his politics or not, this was a heartfelt address.
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