{"id":44489,"date":"2026-01-23T12:17:22","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T06:47:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gwaliorbuzz.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/23\/gd-goenka-university-hosts-its-11th-convocation-former-president-shri-ram-nath-kovind-graces-the-ceremony-as-chief-guest\/"},"modified":"2026-01-23T12:17:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T06:47:22","slug":"gd-goenka-university-hosts-its-11th-convocation-former-president-shri-ram-nath-kovind-graces-the-ceremony-as-chief-guest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gwaliorbuzz.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/23\/gd-goenka-university-hosts-its-11th-convocation-former-president-shri-ram-nath-kovind-graces-the-ceremony-as-chief-guest\/","title":{"rendered":"GD Goenka University Hosts Its 11th Convocation: Former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind Graces the Ceremony as Chief Guest"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><em><b>Hon\u2019ble Shri Ram Nath Kovind graces GD Goenka University\u2019s 11th Convocation Ceremony as Chief Guest in Gurugram.<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Gurugram (Haryana) [India], January 23:<\/strong>\u00a0GD Goenka University successfully hosted its <strong>11th Convocation Ceremony\u00a0<\/strong>on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at its\u00a0<strong>Sohna Road campus<\/strong>\u00a0in Gurugram, marking a significant milestone in its academic journey. The prestigious occasion was graced by\u00a0<strong>Hon\u2019ble Shri Ram Nath Kovind<\/strong>, Former President of India, as the Chief Guest, along with Guests of Honour\u00a0<strong>Maj. Gen. (Retd.) G D Bakshi\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0<strong>Dr. Raj Nehru<\/strong>, Officer on Special Duty to the Chief Minister of Haryana.<\/p>\n<p>The ceremony witnessed the formal conferment of doctoral, postgraduate, undergraduate and diploma degrees to graduating students across disciplines, celebrating their academic achievements and transition into professional life. The event was attended by senior leadership including\u00a0<strong>Mrs. Renu Goenka, Hon\u2019ble Chancellor, GD Goenka University and Vice Chairperson, GD Goenka Group; Mr. Nipun Goenka, Pro-Chancellor, GD Goenka University and Managing Director, GD Goenka Group; Mrs. Radhika Goenka, Deputy Pro-Chancellor, GD Goenka University and Executive Director, GD Goenka Group; Prof. (Dr.) Dinesh Shenoy, Hon\u2019ble Vice-Chancellor, GD Goenka University; Prof. (Dr.) Dhirendra Singh Parihar,\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Pro Vice-Chancellor \u2013 Administration &amp; Registrar;<\/strong>\u00a0along with members of the Governing Body, faculty, students, parents and other distinguished guests. The day also witnessed the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa) upon\u00a0<strong>Mr. Radha Krishna Kanodia<\/strong>\u00a0for his exemplary contribution to spiritual literature, promotion of universal human values and preservation of India\u2019s sacred knowledge traditions. The ceremony was further marked by the presentation of the prestigious\u00a0<strong>LEED Platinum Certification<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-97335\" src=\"https:\/\/gwaliorbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PNN-77.jpg\" alt=\"GD Goenka University Hosts Its 11th Convocation: Former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind Graces the Ceremony as Chief Guest -PNN\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/p>\n<p>The Convocation was formally declared open by Hon\u2019ble Chancellor Mrs. Renu Goenka. The ceremonial proceedings included the Academic Procession, the National Anthem, and the formal academic rituals that reflect the university\u2019s rich traditions.<\/p>\n<p>Addressing the gathering, Hon\u2019ble Shri Ram Nath Kovind said,<em>\u201cIt is heartening to see this campus brimming with talented graduates, radiating energy and enthusiasm. Every institution of learning begins as an idea before it becomes a campus. Three decades ago, in the quiet rural hinterlands of Sohna, Shri Anjani Kumar Goenka envisioned something bold, a place where young minds would gather, question and grow. From that single act of vision has emerged a university that, in a short span of time, has earned national regard and global attention.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Speaking on the occasion,\u00a0<strong>Mr. Nipun Goenka<\/strong>\u00a0said,\u00a0<em>\u201c<\/em><em>The 11th Convocation is a testament to GD Goenka University\u2019s continuous focus on building an institution that matches global benchmarks in higher education. Our emphasis has been on strengthening academic quality, infrastructure and industry integration to ensure students receive an education that is relevant to the future. This milestone reinforces our commitment to contributing meaningfully to India\u2019s evolving knowledge economy.<\/em><em>\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Prof. (Dr.) Dinesh Shenoy presented the annual report highlighting the university\u2019s academic progress and commitment to excellence. Addressing the graduating students, he said, \u201cConvocation marks a new beginning for our graduates as they step into a new world. I am sure they will lead with integrity and use their knowledge to create meaningful impact for society and for our nation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The university presented the prestigious Gopi Ram Goenka Medals to meritorious students across programmes in recognition of outstanding academic performance and academic excellence. A solemn pledge taken by the degree recipients reaffirmed their commitment to applying their knowledge responsibly and ethically in their future endeavours.<\/p>\n<p>Accredited with\u00a0<strong>NAAC Grade A+,\u00a0<\/strong>GD Goenka University continues to strengthen its position as a leading institution focused on academic excellence, innovation and holistic education. The Eleventh Convocation Ceremony served as a proud testament to the university\u2019s mission of empowering students to thrive as responsible professionals and future leaders.<\/p>\n<p>The event reaffirmed GD Goenka University\u2019s commitment to shaping graduates who will contribute positively to industry, society and the nation.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>About GD Goenka University<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Founded with a vision to transform higher education, GD Goenka University offers a broad portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes spanning engineering, management, hospitality &amp; tourism, liberal arts, law, design, agricultural sciences, healthcare &amp; allied sciences. Known for its dynamic pedagogy, international collaborations, and state-of-the-art campus facilities, the University remains dedicated to nurturing talent and innovation.<\/p>\n<p>Website: \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gdgoenkauniversity.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><u>https:\/\/www.gdgoenkauniversity.com\/<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>If you object to the content of this press release, please notify us at pr.error.rectification@gmail.com. We will respond and rectify the situation within 24 hours.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hon\u2019ble Shri Ram Nath Kovind graces GD Goenka University\u2019s 11th Convocation Ceremony as Chief Guest in Gurugram. 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