Posted by SRIHER on 19 July 2024 in news
19th July, 2024.
The 37th convocation of Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research was held here today at which 780 graduates got Ph.D, PG and UG degrees. 38 gold medals were awarded.
Delivering the convocation address Dr. W. Selvamurthy, President, Amity Science, Technology and Innovation Foundation and Chancellor, Amity University, Chattisgarh asked the graduates to unleash their youth power to make India a developed nation.
“India’s demographic profile, constituting 60 per cent of our 1.4 billion population can make this
change. Our youth are not just the future leaders of India, but represent a critical component of the global workforce for the next thirty years. The demand for skilled labour and innovative minds is growing across the globe and India is uniquely positioned to meet this need. As young professionals you have
opportunities to further the advancements by engaging in research, embracing new technologies and
fostering a culture of innovation. Whether it is through pioneering research in biomedical sciences,
improving healthcare delivery systems or developing new medical technologies, your efforts can enhance
the quality of life for millions. As future leaders your engagement in global collaborations, research
partnerships and international forums will enhance India’s stature worldwide. Embracing the philosophy
of ‘vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’, you can drive inclusive development, transcending regional and cultural
boundaries. By fostering unity, empathy and collaboration, the youth can address global challenges like
climate change, poverty and social inequality. In your pursuit of excellence, let integrity and ethical
values by your guiding principles. The world needs leaders who are not only competent but also
compassionate, responsible and visionary, Dr. Selvamurthy added. He gave away 38 gold medals to
meritorious students.
The Chancellor Mr. V. R. Venkataachalam conferred the degrees on 780 Ph.D., D.Sc. UG and PG
graduates in medical, engineering and management disciplines.
Earlier in her report the Vice Chancellor Dr. Uma Sekar said the university proposes to start MD
courses in laboratory and geriatric Medicine. In alignment with NEP 2020 PG courses have been started
in counselling psychology, social work and physician associate, graduate programmes in medical
biotechnology, health information management and endoscopy technology and two fellowship
programmes in oncology and neuro-motor rehabilitation during the current academic year. The SRIHER
incubation center set up with funding support by Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council is
now incubating 24 start-ups in digital health, point of care diagnostics, medical technologies, clean energy and waste management, she added.
Pro-Chancellor Mr. R.V. Sengutuvan, Pro-Vice Chancellor Dr. Mahesh Vakamudi, Dean, Medical
College Dr. K. Balaji Singh, Dean, Dental College Dr. H. Thamizhchelvan, Dean Research Dr. Kalpana
Balakrishnan, Dean Students Dr. Leena Dennis Joseph, Registrar Prof. Roopa Nagarajan, Controller of
Examinations Dr. R. Jothimalar, Director, Finance & Accounts Mr. J. Ravisankar and other Heads of
Departments were among those who participated in the event.
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Issued by Mr. T.G. Nallamuthu, Consultant, Media Relations, SRIHER 9444265578, 9940399346.
Mr. D. Sivagnanavel, Head-Media & Corporate Relations, SRIHER, 9444 448616.
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