President graces convocationof the Maharaja Sayajirao University
The President Smt Droupadi Murmu graced the 75th annual convocation ceremony of the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda at Vadodara, Gujarat today.
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that from the past 75 years, the university has been advancing by integrating diverse streams of knowledge.
The President underlined that in today’s world, the solution to any problem is not confined to a single discipline. She emphasised that a multidisciplinary approach is necessary to address the critical challenges. We need the curiosity of a scientist, the sensitivity of an artist, the perspective of a historian, the insight of an economist, and the consciousness of a sociologist. She stated that higher education institutions like Maharaja Sayajirao University are expected to remain constantly alert and dynamic in this direction.
The President said that we are moving forward with the national goal of building Viksit Bharat by the year 2047 – a country where quality education and healthcare facilities reach everyone; where science and technology are utilized for human welfare; where there is equality of opportunity; where the full potential of women and the youth is harnessed; and a Bharat where every citizen has the opportunity to live a life of dignity. She said that universities and youth have to play an important role in achieving these goals.. (UPDATED ON 23RD SEPTEMBER 2026)
