Karnavati University’s 6th Convocation Celebrates Academic Excellence and National Service The ceremony commenced with a traditional prayer and the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, setting a solemn and inspiring tone.
Shri Ritesh Hada, President, Karnavati University, formally declared the convocation open and welcomed the distinguished guests. The university hosted over 100 defence officials during the ceremony from Gujarat. Addressing the graduating students, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh congratulated them on their achievements and reminded them of their continuing journey ahead.
He said: “This journey does not end here — it is only the beginning. Life will grant you many milestones, and at each step, you must keep learning. Learning never stops, whether one is a student, a teacher, or a leader. Anyone, at any moment, can teach you something valuable. I, too, continue to learn every day. Wherever life takes you, stay grounded, stay humble, and remember to take pride in your roots. Be a good human being first — that is where true greatness begins. Anything that divides us is not good. Stay rooted to India — you are Indians first.”
Following this, Shri Ritesh Hada expressed deep respect for India’s Armed Forces and the university’s commitment to societal service through innovation. He said: “Serving Indian military services through our innovation and research is among the core and pure value along with teaching other streams of knowledge and education at the Karnavati University.” Guest of Honour Shri Saurabh Shukla delivered an inspiring address on the importance of intellectual courage and independent thinking in an era of rapid change, urging students to remain curious, compassionate, and original in their pursuits. In a special moment of recognition and gratitude, Shri Ritesh Hada conferred Honorary Doctorate Degrees upon Air Chief Marshal AP Singh for his distinguished service to national security, and Shri Saurabh Shukla for his influential contributions to cinema, storytelling, and public thought. Degrees and gold medals were then awarded to graduating students across the university’s schools of Design, Business, Liberal Arts and Mass Communication, Law, Technology, and Dentistry, celebrating their academic achievements and commitment to excellence.
The Registrar administered the Convocation Oath, affirming values of integrity, responsibility, and service to society. This year, 1,400 graduates stepped into new beginnings from the university’s six distinguished schools, all located within a vibrant 36-acre campus that is home to more than 8,000 students each year.
