Nagaland Governor & Chief Rector of Nagaland University, La Ganesan graced the 7th Convocation Ceremony, held at University Auditorium, I. Ihoshe Kinimi hall, Nagaland University, Lumami, Zunheboto on 15th April 2025. The Governor in his addresses reiterated and said "On our march towards a Viksit Bharat/Developed India by 2047, India's young population is regarded as the greatest asset in achieving this goal".

While acknowledging and congratulating the significant achievement of the graduating students, La Ganesan fortified every student to embrace and embody this evolvement to bring pride to Nagaland and to the nation. Further, he added that, each student subsequent of the graduation, shouldn't hesitate to venture out to the prospects in the broader world, as they now represent Nagaland University as brand ambassadors and the stewards of this nation, as well as, the keepers of a profound heritage which blends the ancient traditions and modern advancements. He added that, this achievement merits each student as a skilled individual, which opens up a wider range of opportunities in this potentially significant economic growth of India in the coming years. On conclusion, the Governor of Nagaland said that, teachers have sincerely armoured and equipped each student with skills and knowledge to navigate through every challenge ahead but it is for you to shape your own destiny with those armouries you possess in your arsenals.

The convocation was marked by graduation of 115 students, out of which 38 Gold medallists and 30 PhD awardees were honoured with award/medal in person, which was handed over by the Chief Rector, Nagaland University.

Earlier, the convocation ceremony began with the National Anthem and University Song followed by declaration of convocation by Registrar NU, Dr Abemo, who later delivered the closing remarks. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Jagdish Kumar Patnaik delivered the welcome address and highlighted the academic achievements of university during his address on the occasion.

Further, Chancellor, Nagaland University, Dr Samudra Gupta Kashyap administered the Conferment of Degree and the programme culminated with a vote of thanks from Prof. B. Kilangla Jamir.

(DPRO Zunheboto)