
943 degrees, 13 PhDs, 21 gold medals given at Mahindra University convocation
While learning for growth and making an impact, he encouraged the students to build communities and work places that break barriers and promote innovation.
The fourth convocation of Mahindra University saw degrees awarded to 943 students from engineering, management, law, and education disciplines, and 13 Ph.Ds. Besides, 21 students were awarded gold medals for meritorious academic performance. It was the first convocation for students of MBA, LLB, MA, and B. Tech nanotechnology programmes.
University Chancellor Anand Mahindra called upon students to not only embody the values of compassion, critical thinking, and ethics, but also take ownership as architects of a brighter future. He urged them to live by their values and shape a world rooted in sustainability, inclusivity, and justice.
CEO and MD of Tech Mahindra, and Board Member Mohit Joshi stressed on the need for professionals who can bridge disciplines, question the status quo, and innovate with purpose. He said the university will thrive on partnerships across industries.
Mr. Prasad, Mr. Mahindra, Mr. Joshi, and Vice-Chancellor Yajulu Medury inaugurated the new biotechnology labs. On Saturday, Mr. Mahindra inaugurated the centre for risk management.

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- Hans India
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The Hindu
03-08-2025
- The Hindu
943 degrees, 13 PhDs, 21 gold medals given at Mahindra University convocation
Build a mosaic of experiences, collaborate like flocking birds which learn together and thrive, and believe in the ability to overcome self-limiting beliefs, Co-Chairman and Managing Director of Dr Reddy's Laboratories G.V. Prasad told graduating students at Mahindra University here on Sunday. While learning for growth and making an impact, he encouraged the students to build communities and work places that break barriers and promote innovation. The fourth convocation of Mahindra University saw degrees awarded to 943 students from engineering, management, law, and education disciplines, and 13 Besides, 21 students were awarded gold medals for meritorious academic performance. It was the first convocation for students of MBA, LLB, MA, and B. Tech nanotechnology programmes. University Chancellor Anand Mahindra called upon students to not only embody the values of compassion, critical thinking, and ethics, but also take ownership as architects of a brighter future. He urged them to live by their values and shape a world rooted in sustainability, inclusivity, and justice. CEO and MD of Tech Mahindra, and Board Member Mohit Joshi stressed on the need for professionals who can bridge disciplines, question the status quo, and innovate with purpose. He said the university will thrive on partnerships across industries. Mr. Prasad, Mr. Mahindra, Mr. Joshi, and Vice-Chancellor Yajulu Medury inaugurated the new biotechnology labs. On Saturday, Mr. Mahindra inaugurated the centre for risk management.


Time of India
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