Galgotias University Holds 10th Convocation Ceremony; Leaders Emphasise Resilience, Discipline, and Lifelong Learning
Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], March 30: Galgotias University successfully organised its 10th Convocation Ceremony, bringing together distinguished dignitaries, eminent guests, faculty members, parents, and graduating students in a celebration of academic achievement and future aspirations. The ceremony was graced by Padma Shri Dr. A. S. Kiran Kumar, former Chairman of ISRO, as the Chief Guest. [...]
Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], March 30: Galgotias University successfully organised its 10th Convocation Ceremony, bringing together distinguished dignitaries, eminent guests, faculty members, parents, and graduating students in a celebration of academic achievement and future aspirations.
The ceremony was graced by Padma Shri Dr. A. S. Kiran Kumar, former Chairman of ISRO, as the Chief Guest. Other notable dignitaries included Padma Shri Uma Shankar Pandey, renowned social activist and water conservationist; Dr. R. G. Agarwal, Chairman Emeritus, Dhanuka Agritech Limited; along with special guests Shri Nagendra Goyal, Joint Commissioner, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, Government of India, and Mr. Vinit Goenka, Secretary, Centre for Knowledge Sovereignty.
The convocation celebrated the academic achievements of 6,656 graduates across diverse disciplines. Degrees were conferred upon 73 Ph.D. scholars, 3,953 undergraduate students, 2,250 postgraduate students, 199 diploma holders, and 181 students from integrated programs, marking a significant milestone in their academic journey.
Addressing the graduating students, Chief Guest Dr. A. S. Kiran Kumar emphasised the importance of continuous learning in a rapidly evolving technological world. He noted that while students graduate today, the process of learning must remain lifelong. Highlighting the rapid pace of technological advancement, he urged students to stay adaptable, curious, and future-ready. He also cautioned against the growing influence of smartphones, noting that technology is increasingly shaping human behaviour, and advised students to remain aware and in control of their digital lives.