PM Modi attends 38th convocation of Bharathidasan University in Tamil Nadu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the 38th convocation ceremony of Bharathidasan University in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Alongside PM Modi, the convocation ceremony was also attended by Chief Minister MK Stalin and Governor RN Ravi.

While addressing the convocation, PM Modi congratulated and extended his best wishes to the graduating students.

Bringing up ancient centres of learning such as Nalanda and Takshashila universities, PM Modi said, "Our nation and civilisation have always been centred around knowledge. Some of our ancient universities such as Nalanda and Takshashila are well known and regarded for their grandeur and



excellence even today," as reported by ANI.

He further added,"There have also been references in our celebrated ancient texts to places such as Kanchipuram housing great universities and centres of learning. Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Madurai were also great seats of learning in the ancient times."

"You are stepping out into the world at a time when everyone, across sectors that contribute to being our growth engines, is looking at you with new hope. Youth represents energy. They stand out for their speed, skill, and scale. In the last few years, we have worked to match your speed and scale so that we could bring you more benefits," PM Modi added.