Archive · 20 Jul 2026
UP Governor Stresses Innovation and Service to Farmers
The Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Anandiben Patel, spoke at a university event about the importance of using education to help farmers and rural areas.
She said that young people should use their knowledge to make a difference in society, not just for their own careers.
The university gives degrees in farming, animal care, and other subjects.
The Governor praised the university for teaching modern farming methods to farmers.
She also talked about how women can succeed in business even without formal education.
The state government is creating opportunities in farming research and technology.
The university is building new infrastructure and has partnered with a research institute for collaboration in agriculture and Ayurveda.
Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel emphasized the need for innovation and service to farmers to achieve Viksit Bharat by 2047.
The 19th convocation of SVPUAT awarded degrees to 450 students, with Ashutosh Sharma receiving the Chancellor’s Gold Medal.
Patel urged students to use their education for societal welfare, particularly in agriculture and rural development.
The university is a major center for agricultural education, animal husbandry, and rural entrepreneurship in western Uttar Pradesh.
The state government is creating opportunities in agricultural research, biotechnology, and agri-startups.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, students, faculty, and dignitaries
- What
- 19th convocation of SVPUAT
- When
- July 20
- Where
- Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To emphasize the importance of innovation and service to farmers for achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047
Focus on Agricultural Development
Emphasis on Personal Advancement
Role of Education
Focus on Agricultural Development
Education should be used for societal and national welfare, particularly in agriculture and rural development.
Emphasis on Personal Advancement
Education is primarily for personal advancement and career growth.
Innovation and Technology
Focus on Agricultural Development
Promote agricultural diversification, modern technologies, and collaborative research to benefit farmers.
Emphasis on Personal Advancement
Focus on technological advancements that can lead to personal and economic success.
- Event
- 19th convocation of SVPUAT
- Location
- Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
- Date
- July 20
- Degrees Awarded
- 450
- Chancellor's Gold Medal
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Infrastructure Development
- Rs 133 crore
- MOU Signed With
- Patanjali Bhartiya Ayurvigyan Evam Anusandhan Sansthan, Haridwar