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Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan graces 16th Convocation Ceremony of JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysuru
Vice-President Highlights NEP 2020’s Role in Empowering Students Through Flexibility and Interdisciplinary Learning
Vice-President Calls Upon Graduates to Contribute to Viksit Bharat 2047 with Knowledge and Humility
Vice-President Lauds Karnataka’s Rich Heritage and Kannada’s Status as a Classical Language
Posted On: 09 NOV 2025 5:46PM by PIB Delhi
The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, graced the 16th Convocation Ceremony of JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER) held today at Sri Shivarathreeshwara Nagara, Mysuru.
Hon’ble Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan graced the 16th Convocation Ceremony of JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER) in Mysuru as the Chief Guest today.
Addressing the gathering, the Vice-President lauded Karnataka’s rich culture and heritage and… pic.twitter.com/gDsq9lllhh
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In his convocation address, the Vice-President underscored the importance of consistency as the key to success, urging each graduate to recognize their unique talents and set personal goals aligned with their own rhythm of achievement. Evoking the immortal words of Swami Vivekananda, he motivated the graduates to “Arise, Awake, and Stop Not Till the Goal is Reached,” emphasizing perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges.
Highlighting Karnataka’s rich cultural heritage and Kannada’s recognition as a Classical Language, he lauded the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) for its emphasis on interdisciplinary learning and flexibility, which empower hardworking students to adapt and excel.
The Vice-President also stressed the judicious use of social media, reminding young graduates to maintain self-discipline and balance their online presence with real-world responsibilities. He called upon them to show respect and attention to their parents and to adopt positive qualities from others rather than dwell on negatives.
In his concluding remarks, the Vice-President invoked the ancient wisdom that “Knowledge is the real wealth,” encouraging graduates to carry forth the light of wisdom, inspire future generations, and contribute humbly yet decisively to nation-building, in alignment with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
A total of 2,925 students were awarded Degrees, Diplomas, and Fellowships during the Convocation Ceremony. Sixteen Gold Medallists from different academic disciplines were also felicitated by the Vice-President.
The ceremony was graced by eminent dignitaries including the Governor of Karnataka, Shri Thaawar Chand Gehlot; Chancellor of JSS AHER, His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji; Former Supreme Court Judge, Justice Sri Shivaraj V. Patil; and other distinguished guests.
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