Coimbatore, July 4, 2026: It was a day of pride, celebration, and forward-looking inspiration as Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences (Deemed to be University) hosted its landmark 33rd Convocation Ceremony. Held at the packed Dr. D.G.S. Dhinakaran Auditorium on campus, the event brought together graduates, parents, faculty, and industry leaders to celebrate the academic milestones of the class of 2026.
The ceremony opened with the traditional Karunya Invocation Song, followed by a welcoming address from Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Elijah Blessing. Delivering the Annual Report, Dr. Blessing highlighted Karunya University’s recent strides in cutting-edge research, global industry collaborations, campus innovations, and student-led breakthroughs.
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Mahindra Automotive Chief R. Velusamy Receives Honorary Doctorate
The highlight of the event was the conferral of the honorary degree of Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) upon Mr. R. Velusamy, President of the Automotive Business at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. and Managing Director of Mahindra Electric Automobile Ltd.
The honorary doctorate recognizes Mr. Velusamy's pioneering leadership in the Indian automotive sector and his monumental contributions to advancing electric mobility and clean energy technology.
Delivering an energizing convocation address, Dr. Velusamy urged the new graduates to step into the world as creators rather than just consumers of technology:
"India’s technological ecosystem is evolving rapidly. Our next generation of professionals must move beyond executing existing frameworks and start building global innovations from scratch. Let integrity, continuous learning, and resilience be your foundation."
Chancellor Dr. Paul Dhinakaran on the Future of AI and Entrepreneurship
Conferring the degrees upon the graduating batch, Chancellor Dr. Paul Dhinakaran commended the students for their years of disciplined focus, hard work, and ethical development.
Turning his focus to global tech disruptions, Dr. Dhinakaran emphasized the unavoidable influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across industries like engineering, agriculture, healthcare, and corporate business. He challenged the graduates to continuously upskill in emerging tech to stay competitive and called on them to pivot toward entrepreneurship.
"Don’t just look for jobs, create them. The world needs innovators who can leverage AI to solve real-world problems in agriculture and medicine while generating sustainable employment opportunities." — Dr. Paul Dhinakaran, Chancellor
The Chancellor also took a moment to honor the parents in the audience, noting that a student's graduation is equally a celebration of a family's silent sacrifices and unwavering support.
Adding to the call for adaptation, Mr. Samuel Paul Dhinakaran, Vice President of Karunya University, encouraged the graduates to embrace a mindset of lifelong learning to successfully navigate the shifts of the modern digital economy.
Celebrating Academic Excellence: The Chancellor's Award Winners
The university recognized its top-performing students across various departments with the prestigious Chancellor’s Awards for Academic Excellence. The standout achievers included:
A Commitment to Inclusive Growth and Social Responsibility
True to its core mission of social compassion, Karunya University integrated community service directly into its graduation day. As part of its social responsibility initiatives, the university distributed specialized wheelchairs and battery-operated mobility scooters to individuals with disabilities, ensuring the celebration extended beyond campus borders.
The 33rd Convocation concluded with joyful cheers, family photo sessions, and networking among the newest members of the Karunya Alumni network marking an unforgettable step forward into their professional lives.
