Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Governor R. N. Ravi Speaks on Democracy at SRMIST Conclave
The SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) in Chennai celebrated 75 years of the Indian Republic with a special event.
The Governor of Tamil Nadu, R. N. Ravi, was the chief guest and spoke about how democracy has been a part of India's culture for thousands of years.
He also talked about how important it is for young people to work hard and contribute to the country's growth.
The event also included the opening of a new part of the Vendhar Museum, which teaches people about the Indian Constitution.
The Chancellor of SRMIST, Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar, talked about how universities are important for teaching students to be good citizens and for keeping the country's democracy strong.
Both speakers agreed that education is key to building a better future for India.
SRMIST commemorated 75 years of the Indian Republic with a conclave and the inauguration of Vendhar Museum – Phase II.
Governor R. N. Ravi emphasized that democracy has been in India's DNA for thousands of years and highlighted the role of youth in nation-building.
The Governor urged students to recognize the opportunities before them and contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat.
Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar, Founder Chancellor, SRMIST, spoke on the importance of strong academic institutions in sustaining democracy and national progress.
The Chancellor underscored that universities must be empowered to pursue excellence without compromise and play a critical role in shaping informed, responsible citizens.
- Who
- R. N. Ravi, Governor of Tamil Nadu, and Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar, Founder Chancellor, SRMIST
- What
- Conclave on Indian Republic @ 75 and inauguration of Vendhar Museum – Phase II
- When
- Date not specified
- Where
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Chennai
- Why
- To commemorate 75 years of the Indian Republic and reflect on constitutional values, democratic institutions, and the role of youth in nation-building
- Event
- Conclave on Indian Republic @ 75 and inauguration of Vendhar Museum – Phase II
- Location
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Chennai
- Chief Guest
- R. N. Ravi, Governor of Tamil Nadu
- Presiding Over
- Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar, Founder Chancellor, SRMIST
- Key Themes
- Constitutional values, democratic institutions, and the role of youth in nation-building
- Museum Focus
- Constitution of India, its evolution, principles, and democratic institutions
- Governor's Message
- Democracy has been in India's DNA for thousands of years and institutions like SRMIST play a vital role in nation-building
- Chancellor's Message
- Universities must be empowered to pursue excellence without compromise and play a critical role in shaping informed, responsible citizens
