Prof. Abhay Karandikar at KLE Tech Convocation

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At the 6th Annual Convocation of KLE Technological University, Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, delivered an inspiring address emphasizing the crucial role of India’s youth in shaping the nation’s technological and research future.

He highlighted India’s transformative initiatives, including:

  • The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) with a ₹1 lakh crore research fund
  • The National Mission on Quantum Technologies & Applications
  • The Digital India initiative
  • Increased support and participation of women in STEM through programs like WOS Scheme and GATI
Honorary Doctorates Conferred

Chancellor Prabhakar Kore awarded honorary doctorates to:

  • Shri Murugesh Nirani, Industrialist and former minister
  • Shri Arvind Melligeri, Founder of Aequs
University Achievements

Vice-Chancellor Dr. Prakash Tewari highlighted KLETU’s progress toward becoming a Multi-Disciplinary Research-Intensive University by 2030, with milestones such as:

  • 75 incubated startups
  • 3,000+ jobs created
  • 5,500 student internships

A total of 1,367 degrees, including 293 PG and 17 PhDdegrees, were awarded, along with37 medals

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