Vice-President Addresses Convocation of Lal Bahadur Shastri Sanskrit University

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan today addressed the Second Convocation of Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University at Qutub Institutional Area, New Delhi. He congratulated the graduating students, their parents, faculty members and the University community on the occasion. He also led the gathering in taking the “No to Drugs” pledge and presented gold medals to meritorious graduating students.

Highlighting the University’s journey from a Sanskrit Vidyapeetha to a Central University, Shri Radhakrishnan said that it was now time for the institution to establish itself as a leading international centre of excellence for Sanskrit studies, fulfilling the vision of its founder, former Prime Minister Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri. Paying tribute to Shri Shastri, he said that his immortal call of “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” was not merely a slogan but reflected India’s resolve to protect its borders and ensure food security.

The ceremony was attended by Sukanta Majumdar, Union Minister of State for Education and DoNER; Prof. Murli Manohar Pathak, Vice-Chancellor of Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University; distinguished scholars, Acharyas, officers, faculty members, staff, students, parents and Sanskrit enthusiasts.UPDATED ON 6TH OCT 2026)