Over 74,000 Students Receive Degrees at VTU Convocation
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Visvesvaraya Technological University awarded degrees to over 74,000 students at its 26th annual convocation.
The Hindu
The brief
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- Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Karnataka's state technological university, held its 26th annual convocation and awarded degrees to more than 74,000 students, making it one of the larger single convocations in India.
- The scale matters because VTU affiliates hundreds of engineering and technology colleges across the state, so this cohort represents a substantial annual replenishment of Karnataka's technology and engineering workforce.
- Coverage in The Hindu was straightforward and positive: one report handled the event itself, while another focused on Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's address, in which he encouraged graduates to pursue entrepreneurship and innovation rather than seeking only conventional employment.
- There is no controversy or competing framing in the available coverage — both articles present the event as an institutional achievement.
- What remains unreported in these accounts are details such as medal winners, placement statistics, and specific policy announcements.
- The key question going forward is whether the graduates' push toward startups translates into measurable entrepreneurial activity in Karnataka's ecosystem.
What to watch next
- Watch for VTU placement and employment statistics for this graduating cohort
- Track Karnataka startup funding data for graduate-founded ventures in coming quarters
- Check whether state universities announce new entrepreneurship or incubation programs
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Thaawarchand Gehlot
Governor and Chancellor
3 quotes · 1 outlet
“Remain humble when you achieve success, be patient when you face difficulties, and when you encounter failure, make another attempt and move forward”
In the article
…called upon students to dream big, set ambitious goals and work continuously towards achieving them. He said graduates would encounter numerous opportunities and challenges as they embarked on a new chapter in life. “ Remain humble when you achieve success, be patient when you face difficulties, and when you encounter failure, make another attempt and move forward ,” he advised. Emphasising on the importance of research and innovation, the Governor urged universities to focus on developing solutions to real-world challenges rather than limiting their efforts to research…
“Research publications are important, but the real-world impact of research is even more important. Priority should be given to research that provides solutions to societal challenges and brings positive changes to people’s lives”
In the article
…publications. He called for research in areas such as water conservation, clean energy, sustainable agriculture, rural technology, healthcare, smart mobility, cybersecurity, climate change and the circular economy. “ Research publications are important, but the real-world impact of research is even more important. Priority should be given to research that provides solutions to societal challenges and brings positive changes to people’s lives ,” he said. Referring to Karnataka’s emergence as a major centre for innovation and technology, Mr. Gehlot said Bengaluru had given India a distinctive identity on the global technology map. He urged students to…
G. Parameshwara
Deputy Chief Minister
3 quotes · 1 outlet
“Among those graduating today may be the person who will build India’s next great Artificial Intelligence company, achieve breakthroughs in renewable energy, transform agriculture, or solve social problems. We must never underestimate anyone’s strength or capability,”
In the article
…guest at the 26th annual convocation of Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) at its Jnana Sangama campus in Belagavi, he said graduates would have greater responsibilities as they entered professional life. “ Among those graduating today may be the person who will build India’s next great Artificial Intelligence company, achieve breakthroughs in renewable energy, transform agriculture, or solve social problems. We must never underestimate anyone’s strength or capability, ” he said. Dr. Parameshwara said emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, biotechnology and satellite development were transforming industries and creating new opportunities.…
“AI is no longer optional — it is essential. Engineering students must learn AI. Learning is lifelong,”
In the article
…intelligence (AI), quantum computing, biotechnology and satellite development were transforming industries and creating new opportunities. Engineers, he said, must continuously update their skills to remain relevant. “ AI is no longer optional — it is essential. Engineering students must learn AI. Learning is lifelong, ” he said, adding that technology developed by graduates should contribute to India’s progress. He cautioned students against taking shortcuts to achieve their goals, stressing that sustained hard work was essential for…
Basavaraj Rayareddi
Higher Education Minister
1 quote · 1 outlet
“VTU would introduce courses in aviation and railway engineering to improve employment opportunities for graduates.”
In the article
…and innovation. “Universities are not factories producing graduates; they are ecosystems that nurture ideas, innovation and research,” he said. New courses planned Higher Education Minister Basavaraj Rayareddi said VTU would introduce courses in aviation and railway engineering to improve employment opportunities for graduates. He said a special expert committee would be constituted to design job-oriented programmes and help the university secure a place among the top 10 universities in the country. Congratulating the graduates, VTU…
S. Vidyashankar
Vice-Chancellor
1 quote · 1 outlet
“Use your knowledge. The decisions you make will brighten your careers. May success come to all of you,”
In the article
…secure a place among the top 10 universities in the country. Congratulating the graduates, VTU Vice-Chancellor S. Vidyashankar urged them to shoulder the responsibilities that came with professional freedom. “ Use your knowledge. The decisions you make will brighten your careers. May success come to all of you, ” he said. Medals Thirty-eight students received VTU gold medals, while 49 students received endowment gold medals with cash prizes and seven received endowment gold medals without cash prizes. In all, 45 students were…
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- 74,000+ VTU graduatesdegrees awardedimmediate
- Karnataka tech workforcetalent pipeline replenishedlonger
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NamedIndia · M.P. Shyam · Sabitha Ramamurthy · T.G. Sitharam · All India Council for Technical Education · Basavaraj Rayareddi · CMR Jnanadhara Trust · G. Parameshwara · Karnataka · Prasad B. Rampure · RV Education Committee Trust · S. Vidyashankar · Thawar Chand Gehlot
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