Archive · 11 Nov 2025
Rajasthan Governor Urges Holistic Education at MIT-ADT Convocation
Imagine a big graduation party for students at a special university in Pune!
The Governor of Rajasthan, a very important guest, told the students that learning is like a superpower.
He said it's not just about memorizing books, but about being kind, thinking about others, and staying healthy in your mind and body.
He encouraged them to use what they learned to help make India a great country.
Other smart people also shared their ideas, talking about how to be happy from within and how important it is to invent new things and do research.
One successful businessman even shared that he wasn't the best student, but he worked very hard and built a big company.
They gave special awards to people who did amazing things in science and business.
In the end, many students received their diplomas, and everyone celebrated their hard work and future.
Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagade urged students at MIT-ADT University's convocation to pursue education beyond textbooks for holistic development and societal contribution.
Governor Bagade emphasized that the aim of education is to apply knowledge for societal betterment and national progress, encouraging students to turn failures into stepping stones.
Distinguished guests including IIT Mandi Director Prof. (Dr.) Laxmidhar Behera and Ramanan Ramanathan, Chairperson of National Expert Advisory Council, also addressed the ceremony.
Honorary degrees were conferred upon Ramanan Ramanathan (D.Sc.) and Subhash Tyagi (D.Litt.) for their contributions to science, technology, and industry.
A total of 3,334 students received degrees, including 21 PhDs, with 21 students awarded gold medals and 195 recognized as rank holders.
- Who
- Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagade, MIT-ADT University, faculty, graduating students, and distinguished guests
- What
- 8th Convocation Ceremony where degrees were awarded and speeches emphasizing holistic education and national progress were delivered.
- When
- During the 8th Convocation Ceremony
- Where
- MIT Art, Design and Technology (MIT-ADT) University, Pune
- Why
- To confer degrees upon graduating students and inspire them to contribute to societal betterment and national development.
Governor Bagade's Perspective
Guest Speakers' Emphasis
Core Purpose of Education
Governor Bagade's Perspective
Education should go beyond textbooks to nurture holistic development, societal sensitivity, and positive outlook, while ensuring mental and physical well-being. The ultimate goal is applying knowledge for societal betterment and national progress.
Guest Speakers' Emphasis
Emphasis on self-reliance through experiential learning, research, and innovation. True happiness is internal, and success comes from determination and hard work, even without academic brilliance.
Student Role in Nation Building
Governor Bagade's Perspective
Students are the backbone of a self-reliant and developed India, urged to transform failures into success and contribute to making India a global superpower through knowledge, competence, and compassion.
Guest Speakers' Emphasis
Students should engage deeply in research and innovation to bolster India's growing global presence in science and technology and contribute to national development goals.
- University
- MIT Art, Design and Technology (MIT-ADT) University, Pune
- Event
- 8th Convocation Ceremony
- Chief Guest
- Haribhau Bagade, Governor of Rajasthan
- Total Degrees Awarded
- 3,334
- PhD Degrees Awarded
- 21
- Gold Medals Awarded
- 21
- Rank Holders Honored
- 195
- Honorary D.Sc. Recipient
- Ramanan Ramanathan
- Honorary D.Litt. Recipient
- Subhash Tyagi