**Summary:**
On September 3, 2025, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, attended the 10th convocation ceremony of the Central University of Tamil Nadu in Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu. During her address, the President commended the university for its academic standards and its efforts to cultivate intellectual curiosity and critical thinking among students. She acknowledged the university's commitment to extending educational opportunities to a broader segment of society through extension programs and its active role in the comprehensive development of marginalized communities via initiatives like the Community College and the Dr. Ambedkar Centre for Excellence. The President emphasized the importance of aligning individual growth with societal progress and urged university stakeholders to collaborate with industry to leverage science and technology for the benefit of humanity and environmental sustainability. She highlighted the value of lifelong learning, encouraging students to maintain curiosity and adapt to the evolving professional landscape shaped by technological advancements like Artificial Intelligence and Industrial Revolution 4.0. Furthermore, the President expressed confidence that the university's emphasis on character development and ethical work practices would instill in students a sense of social responsibility and sensitivity.
Key Entities Referenced
President of India: The head of state of the Republic of India, currently Smt Droupadi Murmu.
Smt Droupadi Murmu: The current President of India.
Central University of Tamil Nadu: A central university located in Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu.
Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu: The location of the 10th convocation ceremony of the Central University of Tamil Nadu.
Community College: An initiative of the Central University of Tamil Nadu for the development of marginalised sections.
Dr. Ambedkar Centre for Excellence: An initiative of the Central University of Tamil Nadu for the development of marginalised sections.
Mahatma Gandhi: A prominent leader of the Indian independence movement, whose lifelong learning was highlighted.
Industrial Revolution 4.0: A technological revolution that will further change the work culture.
President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES CONVOCATION
CEREMONY OF THE CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF
TAMIL NADU
Posted On: 03 SEP 2025 4:30PM by PIB Delhi
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The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, graced the 10 convocation ceremony of the Central
University of Tamil Nadu at Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu today (September 3, 2025).
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the Central University of Tamil Nadu deserve special
appreciation for maintaining high standards of academics and creating a stimulating environment that fosters
intellectual curiosity and critical thinking. She was happy to note that this University is extending the benefits
of learning to a wider segment of society through extension education.
The President was happy to note that the Central University of Tamil Nadu is actively contributing to the
comprehensive development of the marginalised sections through initiatives like the Community College and
the Dr. Ambedkar Centre for Excellence. She said that education must aim to link individual development
with social development. She emphasised that the education must be oriented towards the benefit of the
society. She urged all stakeholders of the University to collaborate with the industry to make use of science
and technology for the larger good of humanity, particularly enriching nature and ecology.
Highlighting the importance of lifelong learning, the President said that it is worth remembering that being a
student is a lifelong affair. Mahatma Gandhi, for example, remained a student all his life, learning languages
like Tamil and Bangla, scriptures like the Gita, and skills like making sandals and spinning of Charkha, and so
on. The list is practically endless in his case. Gandhiji remained exceptionally alert and active till his very last
day. She advised students to keep the sense of wonder alive and remain curious. She said that this will
promote continuous learning and the continuous learning will keep their skills always in demand.The President said that in the last couple of decades, the internet revolution has transformed our world in such
a way that many new professions which we had never imagined have come up. Artificial Intelligence and
Industrial Revolution 4.0, will further change the work culture. In such a dynamic environment, those who
can adapt and learn new skills will become leaders of change. She noted that the University’s stated mission is
to build “a strong character and nurture a value-based transparent work ethics”. She expressed confidence that
the students of this University will extend that ethical aspect from work to the rest of life. That will develop in
them the sensitivity, which is what we need today, she added.
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