Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 57th convocation ceremony of IIT Delhi on August 8, 2026, marking his physical presence at the event after previously attending virtually during the COVID pandemic. The Prime Minister expressed deep personal satisfaction at being physically present among the graduating class, describing the campus atmosphere as vibrant and dream-filled.
In a series of posts on X, Modi shared his address to the students, emphasizing the emotional journey from orientation to convocation and encouraging graduates to cherish their campus experiences, friendships, teachers, and support staff. He urged them to remain connected to their institution throughout their lives.
The Prime Minister highlighted the rapidly changing world where technology is transforming industries and professions, advising students to prepare for challenges and turn them into opportunities through innovative solutions. He notably stated that while exams have a syllabus, life does not, describing life as 'completely out of syllabus.'
Modi framed the graduates' responsibility as equally significant to the freedom struggle of previous generations, specifically calling on them to contribute to economic and technological self-reliance, industrial strength, and the building of a Viksit Bharat. He noted that many young graduates are claiming to be the first in their bloodlines to build rockets, chips, and drones, indicating a generational shift in technological capabilities.