Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Padma Subrahmanyam Urges IIT-H Graduates to Blend Science and Ancient Wisdom
At the 15th convocation of IIT-Hyderabad, a famous dancer named Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam told the graduates that science and arts are like the two eyes of India.
She encouraged them to mix modern technology with India's old wisdom.
The ceremony had 1,398 students graduating, which is the biggest class ever.
The institute also announced new courses in important areas like defence technology and artificial intelligence.
The director said the school is doing well in global rankings and has many startups.
Everyone was told to use their knowledge to solve real-world problems and make the world better.
Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam urged IIT-Hyderabad graduates to combine scientific excellence with India's intellectual and cultural heritage.
The convocation saw 1,398 students graduate, the largest class in the institute's history.
New academic programmes were announced in critical minerals, defence technology, photonics, and AI in chemical engineering.
IIT Hyderabad climbed 76 places to 588th in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
The institute's startup ecosystem has grown to nearly 300 startups.
- Who
- Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam, IIT-Hyderabad graduates, faculty, and Board of Governors
- What
- 15th convocation of IIT-Hyderabad with speeches and announcements of new academic programmes
- When
- Saturday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Indian Institute of Technology-Hyderabad (IIT-H)
- Why
- To celebrate graduates, announce new academic initiatives, and inspire students to blend modern science with ancient wisdom
- Event
- IIT-Hyderabad 15th convocation
- Graduates
- 1,398
- New Programmes
- Critical minerals, defence technology, photonics, AI in chemical engineering
- Ranking
- 588th in QS World University Rankings 2027
- Startup Ecosystem
- Nearly 300 startups
- Sanskrit Motto
- Navonmeshena Desha Nirmanam (Nation Building through Innovation)