Maharishi University Convocation Awards 2,279 Degrees
On 23 October 2026, Maharishi University of Information Technology (MUIT) in Lucknow conducted its 7th Convocation Ceremony. A total of 2,279 students received academic credentials: 20 research scholars were awarded PhDs, 324 postgraduate degrees, 1,612 undergraduate degrees, and 323 diplomas. The event was attended by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay, who emphasized that education should serve humanity and encourage research, innovation, and even space exploration.
A Mini Expo was organized on the university campus as part of the ceremony. Governor Patel and Minister Upadhyay toured the exhibition, reviewing student projects such as a Soccer Robo Boat, a Vedic‑science based technological model, a research presentation on Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, a live yoga demonstration, and “Anim Verse,” an animation‑driven creative initiative. The expo highlighted the students’ technical knowledge, creativity, and ability to translate research into practical solutions.
During the ceremony, Chancellor Ajay Prakash Shrivastava presented Governor Patel with T‑shirts intended for 400 children of Adarsh Madhyamik Vidyalaya, Jan Bhavan, underscoring the university’s commitment to social‑welfare activities beyond academics.
Other senior officials present included Vice‑President of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Sansthan Rahul Bhardwaj, Vice‑Chancellor Bhanu Pratap Singh, Chief Finance Officer Varun Srivastava, and Registrar Dr. Girish Chhimwal. Their participation signaled institutional support for the integration of academic excellence with societal responsibility.
The Governor praised the university’s efforts, stating that imparting education is the greatest form of social service, and expressed hope that MUIT will continue to expand opportunities for research and innovation. The Higher Education Minister reiterated the historic Indian tradition of learning, referencing the Gurukul system and ancient centres such as Nalanda and Takshashila, and called for graduates to use their knowledge for the benefit of humanity.
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