Adani University celebrated its inaugural convocation ceremony today at its Shantigram campus, marking a significant milestone in the institution's journey toward academic excellence. Padma Shri Kartikeya Vikram Sarabhai, a prominent environmental educator and Founder & Director of the Centre for Environment Education (CEE), delivered the convocation address, while Dr. Priti Adani, President of Adani University, presided over the event.
A total of 69 Post Graduate students from the MBA (Infrastructure Management), MBA (Energy Management), and MTech (Construction Engineering and Management) programs received their degrees, with four students honored with Gold Medals for their exemplary performance, signifying the start of their journey as proud ambassadors of Adani University.
In his address, Mr. Sarabhai encouraged graduates to reflect on the challenges ahead and the skills needed to navigate them effectively. He emphasized the importance of inclusivity in development, urging future leaders to engage with communities and collaborate with various stakeholders. He also highlighted the impact of technological disruption, asserting that technology should empower, not exclude.
Dr. Priti Adani congratulated the university's leadership, faculty, and administrative staff for their relentless efforts in establishing the institution, which received formal approval in 2022. She underscored the transformative power of education, stating, "Education has an incalculable luminosity," and reiterated the university's commitment to research and innovation in life sciences, aligning with the Prime Minister's vision of "Atma Nirbhar Bharat."
Encouraging graduates to view failures as growth opportunities, Dr. Adani expressed her aspiration for Adani University to achieve global recognition and urged them to apply their knowledge for societal betterment. She emphasized that excellence—rooted in knowledge, tenacity, rationality, and intelligence—will set them apart in the professional world.
Prof. Ravi P. Singh, Provost of Adani University, presented a report on the academic milestones achieved since its foundation. He noted, “Our partnership with professionals from the Adani Group enriches the learning experience by bringing real-world insights into the classroom.”
The convocation ceremony was attended by members of the Governing Body, Board of Management, Academic Council, Board of Studies, and several distinguished guests from corporate and academic partnerships, alongside the graduating students and their families.
About Adani University:
Envisioned to focus on transdisciplinary research and knowledge creation, Adani University specializes in Infrastructure, Energy, Technology, and Digital Healthcare. It adopts an ecosystem approach to higher education, encompassing skill development, teacher training, entrepreneurship, and collaborative research with global partners. The university currently offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Engineering, Technology, and Business Management, with over 1,500 students enrolled. Adani University is the first in Gujarat to receive ISO 21001:2018 certification, recognized as the gold standard for management systems in higher education.