The 72nd convocation of Punjab University is going to be held on March 12, in which President Draupadi Murmu will attend as the chief guest. In this ceremony, medals, awards and degrees will be given to the students who pass the examination in 2024.
President Murmu will be the 6th President of the country to deliver the convocation address at PU. Earlier, Pranab Mukherjee, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, Gyani Zail Singh, Neelam Sanjeev Reddy and Dr. Rajendra Prasad have also delivered convocation addresses here.
Tight security arrangements
Chandigarh Police is fully alert in view of the President’s visit. DGP Surendra Singh Yadav has held a meeting with officials regarding security. Police checking has been increased in the university campus. Apart from the main route, an additional route has also been fixed for the President’s convoy, so that it can be used in case of any emergency.
Honorary degrees and honors
Many famous personalities will be honored in the convocation. Dr. R.J. Hansgill and Kamlesh D. Patel will be awarded Doctor of Science (Honorary Degree). Nivedita Raghunath Bhide will receive Doctor of Literature (Honorary Degree). Apart from this, special awards will be given to these personalities for their contribution in various fields.
Dr. Gurtej Singh Sandhu – Vigyan Ratna.
Dr. Harmohinder Singh Bedi – Sahitya Ratna.
Dr. Pushwinder Jeet Singh – Udyog Ratna.
Shooter Manu Bhaker – Khel Ratna.
Singer Dr. Jaspinder Narula – Kala Ratna.
