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REVA University Celebrates Founder’s Day with Awards
REVA University celebrated Founder’s Day on January 6, 2026, to honor the birthday of its Chancellor, Dr. P. Shyama Raju.
The event recognized three distinguished individuals with the REVA Lifetime Achievement Award: Air Chief Marshal Fali H. Major, former Chief of the Air Staff; Nirupama Menon Rao, a former diplomat; and Jayasudha, an actress.
Dr. Raju shared his journey from a small village to founding the university, emphasizing values like ethics, discipline, and hard work.
The awardees spoke about their careers, highlighting principles such as leadership, integrity, and the importance of making a positive difference.
The university also unveiled RIA, an AI-powered humanoid assistant developed by students and faculty, marking a significant innovation.
The event was attended by university leaders, faculty, students, and guests.
REVA University celebrated Founder’s Day on January 6, 2026, to honor Chancellor Dr. P. Shyama Raju's birthday.
Air Chief Marshal Fali H. Major, Nirupama Menon Rao, and Jayasudha received the REVA Lifetime Achievement Award.
Dr. Raju emphasized values like ethics, discipline, and hard work as essential for education.
Awardees shared insights on leadership, integrity, and the importance of making a positive impact.
REVA University unveiled RIA, an AI-powered humanoid assistant developed by students and faculty.
- Who
- REVA University, Dr. P. Shyama Raju, Air Chief Marshal Fali H. Major, Nirupama Menon Rao, Jayasudha
- What
- Founder’s Day celebrations and award ceremony
- Where
- REVA University Campus, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
- When
- January 6, 2026
- Why
- To celebrate the birthday of Dr. P. Shyama Raju and honor eminent personalities for their contributions
Key facts
- Event
- Founder’s Day Celebrations
- Date
- January 6, 2026
- Location
- REVA University Campus, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
- Award Recipients
- Air Chief Marshal Fali H. Major, Nirupama Menon Rao, Jayasudha
- Award Name
- REVA Lifetime Achievement Award
- Key Speaker
- Dr. P. Shyama Raju, Chancellor, REVA University
- Innovation Unveiled
- RIA – REVA Intelligent Assistant, an AI-powered humanoid
Quotes
Dr. P. Shyama Raju
Chancellor, REVA University
“Founder’s Day at REVA University is a cherished occasion for the entire REVA family. Each year, we honour eminent personalities from diverse fields, recognising their outstanding contributions to society. The REVA Lifetime Achievement Award is our way of expressing gratitude to individuals whose lives and work continue to inspire generations.”
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“Ethics, discipline, hard work, respect for elders, and the courage to face challenges are what truly sustain me. These are the qualities students must imbibe, and to me, this is the true essence of education.”
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Nirupama Menon Rao
Former Indian Diplomat and Foreign Secretary
“I have learnt that leadership is quieter than we imagine. It is far more demanding. Leadership is not about dominating a room, but about holding it – listening carefully, reading context, understanding complexities, and knowing when restraint is wiser than action.”
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“For most women, the path is linear and involves constant negotiation with expectations and invisible rules – often even before entering the space. Yet women persist not because we seek exception or indulgence, but because society cannot afford to waste talent.”
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Air Chief Marshal Fali Homi Major
Former Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air Force
“Innovate, strive for excellence, stay grounded, and always give back to the nation.”
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Jayasudha
Indian Actress
“True excellence is rooted in integrity, perseverance, and unwavering commitment.”
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