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Radhakrishnan was addressing the 73rd Convocation of Panjab University via a video message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Referring to the institution\u2019s long academic journey, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan said, \u201cThe fact that this is the 73rd Convocation itself shows that Panjab University is one of the most historic and distinguished universities.\u201d He noted that the university has produced Prime Ministers (PMs), PM of a neighbouring country, Governors, Chief Justices, Members of Parliament, sportspersons and scientists who proudly call it their alma mater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlighting the university\u2019s global outlook, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan said that Panjab University\u2019s vision and mission are \u201cforward-looking, globally oriented and internationally relevant.\u201d He added that these aspirations are firmly grounded in the Institutional Development Plan 2025 and the National Education Policy 2020, noting that \u201cit is because of this vision that PU has published 11,000 research papers in the past five years,\u201d contributing to the national goal of Viksit Bharat 2047 under PM Shri Narendra Modi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Congratulating students and honourees, Vice President Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan said the convocation marked an important milestone not only for graduates but also for their parents, teachers and friends, stating that \u201cthis day belongs to you and to all those who inspired and encouraged you under this institution which shaped you.\u201d He also referred to the conferment of Honoris Causa degrees on distinguished individuals during the ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Addressing the graduating students, the Vice President said they were completing their education at a time of unprecedented global change, remarking that \u201cBharat is no longer only an adopter of technology; we are emerging as creators of technology.\u201d Referring to PM Shri Narendra Modi\u2019s initiatives such as Digital India, Startup India and Make in India, he said these programmes have made the entrepreneurial ecosystem more vibrant and urged students to shape the next wave of innovation and sustainable development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emphasising self-reliance, Shri C.P. 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