Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan delivering the keynote address at the 44th convocation of the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, at Prasanthi Nilayam in Puttaparthi on Saturday.
Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Saturday described the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) as a “national model in character formation” for its discipline, spiritual grounding and commitment to free education.
The Vice-President was delivering the keynote address at the 44th convocation of the institution, at Prasanthi Nilayam here.
Recalling Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s message that “service is not an obligation but a way of life,” Mr. Radhakrishnan urged the students to integrate service with professional excellence.
“The world now looks to India with respect under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi,” he said, and stressed that economic power must be used for uplift of society. He also cautioned the youth to stay away from drugs and uphold India’s timeless values.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu speaking at the 44th convocation of the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, at Prasanthi Nilayam in Puttaparthi on Saturday.
Naidu’s advice
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, in his address, said the first, second and third languages for every Sai student must be “service, service and service.”
He highlighted India’s global ascent in AI, drones, defence, semiconductors and green energy.
Highlighting the announcements at the recent CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam, Mr. Naidu cited Google’s upcoming AI Data Centre in the Port City and the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub in Amaravati. The Chief Minister urged youth to become job creators, and praised the worldwide reach of the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations.
Lokesh’s call
Minister of IT and HRD Nara Lokesh said the SSSIHL stood apart for moulding character-driven graduates, and encouraged students to take leadership roles in nation-building.
Earlier, Vice-Chancellor Raghavendra Prasad gave details of the major achievements of the institution, including 18% R&D growth, over 100 awards and 25 new MoUs.
Later, the Vice-President presented gold medals to the meritorious students.
The event also marked the virtual inauguration of the Sri Sathya Sai Bio Bank & Research Hub, followed by the traditional academic procession.
Earlier, the Vice-President worshipped at the Mahasamadhi of Sri Sathya Sai Baba and had a brief interaction with the students.
Published – November 22, 2025 08:20 pm IST
