CUHP convocation blends academic glory with cultural pride
In a vibrant celebration of knowledge, culture and achievement, the Central University of Himachal Pradesh (CUHP) held its 8th convocation at the Government College auditorium, conferring degrees upon graduates from the 2020 and 2021 batches. A total of 462 students from undergraduate, postgraduate and PG diploma programmes received their degrees in a ceremony that was both grand and deeply rooted in Himachali tradition.
The event began with the auspicious lighting of the ceremonial lamp, followed by a warm welcome address by Vice-Chancellor Prof Sat Prakash Bansal, who honoured the chief dignitaries with the traditional Himachali caps and the iconic Chamba thaal, symbolising the region’s rich heritage. Registrar Prof Suman Sharma conducted the proceedings of the convocation with grace and solemnity.
The convocation’s chief guest, Prof Vinay Kumar Pathak, Vice-Chancellor of Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur and president of the Association of Indian Universities, delivered a stirring keynote address. Speaking on the deeper purpose of education, he remarked, “Education (Shiksha) imparts knowledge, but initiation (Deeksha) teaches us how to live.” Drawing from ancient Sanskrit wisdom, he encouraged students to stay dynamic, adaptable, and ever in motion in their pursuit of success.
In his address, Prof Bansal shared CUHP’s recent milestones, proudly announcing that the university had received an A+ grade and had leapt to the 8th position among all government universities in India, according to the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) 2025 — a remarkable rise from its previous 49th rank. He attributed this success to the university’s robust implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) and its emphasis on holistic learning rooted in Indian knowledge systems.
As part of its ongoing contributions to regional development and cultural preservation, CUHP has been entrusted with developing 50 textbooks in the Dogri language. “The world is turning to Indian knowledge systems,” Prof Bansal noted. “And we must lead this shift with pride in our heritage.”
The ceremony was attended by an array of distinguished guests, including Chancellor Padmashree Acharya Dr Harmohinder Singh Bedi, along with vice chancellors from reputed institutions across India. The event concluded on a joyous and hopeful note, with heartfelt congratulations extended to the graduating students and best wishes for their future endeavours.
Himachal Tribune