LPU celebrated its 12th annual Convocation with Vice-President of India C.P. Radhakrishnan as the Chief Guest

Jalandhar, January 9, 2026: In a momentous celebration marking academic excellence, global outlook, Lovely Professional University (LPU) organised its 12th Convocation Ceremony on Friday. The prestigious ceremony was chaired by the C. P. Radhakrishnan, Vice-President of India, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The convocation was presided over by the Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh.
Adding exceptional global stature to the occasion, Rt Hon. Mary Elizabeth Truss, Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, was conferred with the Degree of Doctorate Honoris Causa, recognising her leadership, public service, and contributions to global political discourse.
In the convocation address, the Vice-President of India congratulated the graduating students on reaching an important milestone, describing convocation as a moment of fulfilment that simultaneously renews responsibility—not only for graduates, but also for parents, faculty members, and institutions that shape young minds. The Vice-President appreciated LPU’s initiatives promoting self-reliance through the adoption of Made-in-India products on campus, along with the university’s support for armed forces families through the Jai Jawan Scholarship. These initiatives were highlighted as reflections of how universities function not merely as centres of learning, but as institutions that contribute to shaping national character.
The Vice-President further urged graduates to carry forward the values of integrity, diversity, compassion, and service, emphasising that “Living for yourself is not wrong, but living only for yourself is. We must give back to society”. Expressing concern over the growing challenge of drug abuse on campuses, the Hon’ble Vice-President appealed to students not only to reject drugs themselves, but also to actively prevent peers from falling into this trap, describing such vigilance as a meaningful contribution to society.
As the Presiding Officer, the Hon’ble Governor of Punjab congratulated the graduating students and reminded them that education extends far beyond academic attainment to the formation of character, values, and civic responsibility. The Hon’ble Governor urged graduates to uphold integrity, discipline, and ethical grounding in every sphere of life. Speaking on India’s aspiration to emerge as a global leader by 2047, the Hon’ble Governor stated that this national vision rests on the capability, integrity, and social commitment of the youth. Graduates were encouraged to look beyond individual success, value time as a national asset, and contribute constructively to the nation’s progress.
Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Founder Chancellor of LPU, expressed shared delight in hosting the Vice-President of India along with eminent national and international dignitaries at the convocation. Dr. Mittal emphasised that education at LPU is anchored not merely in credentials, but in purpose, with a strong focus on nurturing leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers capable of addressing national and global challenges. Dr. Mittal called upon graduates to translate learning into meaningful impact, contributing to society while strengthening India’s position in the global knowledge economy.
In the address, the Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom described India as a central force shaping the emerging global order. Emphasising the importance of risk-taking and innovation, graduates were encouraged to challenge entrenched systems, learn from failure, and lead with conviction. Expressing optimism about India’s future, the address highlighted that the present generation holds the potential to shape global industries, technologies, and institutions, and urged students to seize this historic moment with confidence and purpose.
The Convocation marked a defining milestone in the academic journeys of over 50,000+ students, representing graduating batches from 2023-2024, and 2024-2025, across regular, online, and distance education programmes. Students from India and across the world received their degrees and diplomas, reflecting LPU’s diverse and international academic community. In recognition of outstanding merit and scholarly achievement, the university awarded Academic Medals to 320 students, including 37 Gold Medallists, while 861 Ph.D. scholars were honoured for their research contributions, perseverance, and academic rigour.
The convocation ceremony was attended by esteemed dignitaries, including Lovely Group Chairman Ramesh Mittal, Vice-Chairman Naresh Mittal, Dr. Col. Rashmi Mittal, Pro-Chancellor of LPU, Mohinder Gupta, Minister of Horticulture, Punjab, and H.R. Singla, Director General of LPU.
Over the years, LPU’s convocations have consistently attracted some of the world’s most distinguished leaders, reinforcing the university’s philosophy of global engagement and thought leadership. Previous Chief Guests have included former Presidents and Vice-Presidents of India, Prime Ministers, Nobel Peace Laureates, and global states persons, placing LPU among a select group of Indian universities with a strong international academic and intellectual presence.