**Executive Summary**
On May 29, 2026, Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the Platinum Jubilee Celebrations of University B.D.T. College of Engineering in Davangere, Karnataka. He emphasized that India’s goal of becoming a developed nation ("Viksit Bharat") by 2047 relies on the contributions of engineers and youth toward technological self-reliance. The Vice President called for ethical innovation and the active participation of students in national development initiatives.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **National Vision and Development**
* India aims to achieve the status of a developed nation, "Viksit Bharat," by the year 2047.
* Technological self-reliance and innovation are the primary drivers of this transformation.
* National initiatives such as Digital India, Make in India, Startup India, and Atmanirbhar Bharat are creating significant opportunities in sectors like semiconductor manufacturing and green energy.
* **Role of Engineering Institutions**
* Institutions are responsible for nurturing ethical leaders, problem-solvers, and nation-builders.
* Academic excellence is built through the collective contributions of visionary founders, teachers, administrators, and alumni.
* University B.D.T. College of Engineering was commended for its research infrastructure, including the AICTE IDEA Lab and Drone Technology Laboratory.
* **Ethics and Human-Centric Innovation**
* The Vice President stated that "Technology must serve humanity" and scientific advancement must be guided by human values and public good.
* Students are urged to apply their knowledge with humility, integrity, and compassion.
* **Social Responsibility**
* A strong message was issued against substance abuse, urging students and society to say "No to Drugs."
* The Vice President emphasized that individuals must maintain control over their minds and lives, rejecting harmful substances.
**Impact Analysis**
**Engineering Students and Youth**
**Impact**
They are positioned as the primary architects of "Viksit Bharat @2047" and the leaders of India’s journey toward technological self-reliance.
**Action Required**
Students must actively contribute to innovation, lead technological advancements, practice ethical innovation, and strictly avoid substance abuse.
**Engineering Institutions**
**Impact**
These institutions are identified as vital centers for global knowledge leadership and national development.
**Action Required**
Institutions must continue to strengthen research infrastructure, nurture ethical innovators, and maintain a commitment to academic excellence and service to society.
**Researchers and Entrepreneurs**
**Impact**
They are the beneficiaries of an era characterized by unprecedented opportunities in emerging technologies and government-led industrial initiatives.
**Action Required**
They must leverage available research facilities and national platforms to drive innovation in fields such as green energy and semiconductor manufacturing.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President Graces Platinum Jubilee
Celebrations of University B.D.T. College of
Engineering in Davangere
“Technology Must Serve Humanity”: Vice President at
Platinum Jubilee of UBDT Engineering College
Vice President Calls Upon Youth to Lead India’s Journey
Towards Technological Self-Reliance
Engineering Institutions Must Nurture Ethical Innovators and
Nation-Builders: Vice President
India’s Engineers Will Shape Viksit Bharat @2047: Vice
President
Posted On: 29 MAY 2026 4:13PM by PIB Delhi
The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, today graced the Platinum Jubilee Celebrations of
University B.D.T. College of Engineering in Davangere, Karnataka, and called upon the youth to actively
contribute towards India’s journey of becoming a technologically self-reliant and developed nation.
Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan graced the Platinum Jubilee Celebrations
of University B.D.T. College of Engineering in Davangere, Karnataka today.
The Vice-President noted that India’s aspiration to become a developed nation by
2047 would depend significantly on the… pic.twitter.com/YvS4kDzuIf
— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) May 29, 2026
Addressing the gathering, the Vice-President said that engineering institutions carry a vital responsibility
in nurturing problem-solvers, innovators, ethical leaders and nation-builders capable of leading India
towards technological advancement and global knowledge leadership.
He observed that India is witnessing a transformative era driven by technology, innovation and the
immense strength of its youth. Referring to the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi, the Vice-President said that initiatives such as Digital India, Make in India, Startup India, Skill
India, semiconductor manufacturing, green energy and Atmanirbhar Bharat are creating unprecedentedopportunities for young engineers, researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs.
The Vice-President noted that India’s aspiration to become a developed nation by 2047 would depend
significantly on the contributions of engineers, scientists, researchers and entrepreneurs. Appreciating the
institution’s efforts in strengthening research and innovation, he lauded initiatives such as the AICTE
IDEA Lab, Drone Technology Laboratory and advanced research infrastructure developed by the college.
Describing the Platinum Jubilee as a celebration of both legacy and future aspirations, the Vice-President
said that seventy-five years of the institution reflected vision, perseverance, academic excellence and
service to society. He remarked that institutions of excellence are built over generations through the
contributions of visionary founders, committed teachers, dedicated administrators, hardworking students
and distinguished alumni.
Paying tribute to the visionary philanthropy of Sri Brahmappa Devendrappa Tavanappanavar and the
blessings of His Highness Sri Jayachamarajendra Wodeyar in laying the foundation of the institution, the
Vice-President said that such institutions continue to inspire generations through their enduring
commitment to education and nation-building.
Addressing the students, the Vice-President urged them to use knowledge with humility, integrity and
compassion. Emphasizing the ethical dimensions of innovation, he said, “Technology must serve
humanity,” and stressed that scientific advancement should always be guided by public good and human
values.
The Vice-President also gave a strong message against substance abuse and urged students and society at
large to say “No to Drugs.” He emphasized that individuals must remain in control of their minds and
should never allow harmful substances to take control of their lives.
Expressing confidence in the future of the institution, the Vice-President said that University B.D.T.
College of Engineering would continue to emerge as a centre of excellence and contribute meaningfully to
India’s journey towards innovation, technological advancement and national development.
The Governor of Karnataka, Shri Thaawar Chand Gehlot; Shri Nirmalanandanatha Swamiji; Former
Karnataka Minister for Higher Education, Dr. M.C. Sudhakar; Member of Parliament Shri Yaduveer
Wadiyar; Member of Parliament Dr. Prabha Mallikarjun; Former Karnataka Minister and District In-
charge Shri S.S. Mallikarjun; Chairman, Board of Governors, NIFTEM, Dr. T.G. Sitharam; Vice-
Chancellor of VTU, Dr. S. Vidyashankar; senior officials, faculty members, students and distinguished
alumni were also present on the occasion.
****
PR/ASM/VMJ
(Release ID: 2266608) Visitor Counter : 625
Read this release in: Tamil , Urdu , ही , Kannada , Malayalam