President addresses 2nd convocation ceremony of Nalanda University

President Droupadi Murmu has emphasised that the restoration of Nalanda is not merely an achievement for Bihar or India but signifies the beginning of an intellectual and cultural renaissance for the entire world. The President was addressing the second convocation ceremony of Nalanda University. The President highlighted that Nalanda University has been developed as a Centre of International Excellence through the cooperation of East Asia Summit member nations, reflecting the shared values of the global community. Commending the university’s initiative to integrate the local community into its institutional activities, President Murmu said, Nalanda University will play a vital role in achieving the goal of ‘Developed India’ by the year 2047.

Today’s ceremony is a reaffirmation of a civilizational promise: a promise that knowledge shall endure, that dialogue shall prevail, and that learning shall continue to serve humanity. pic.twitter.com/sqnlWWGHxH

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) March 31, 2026

While speaking at the 2nd Convocation ceremony of Nalanda University today in Rajgir,External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said that the Nalanda tradition can be a powerful influence in this democratisation of the global order.Jaishankar highlighted the university’s historical significance and its revival as a symbol of India’s rich cultural heritage and urged graduates to give back by contributing to Nalanda University’s growth, leveraging their skills and knowledge.Jaishankar said that coming generations must be more connected, to be more sensitive to global developments, and that international students in particular can promote India in their respective countries when they go back. 

Honoured to speak today at the 2nd Convocation ceremony of Nalanda University in Rajgir, Bihar, alongside Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu ji. https://t.co/j3sxAqychZ

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 31, 2026

The President distributed degrees and titles to students from thirty-one countries. She also formally inaugurated the Centre for South-East Asian Studies on the University campus. President Murmu also inaugurated the ‘Vishwamitralaya’ Auditorium, which has a seating capacity of 2,000. The event was also addressed by Governor Lieutenant General (Retd.) Syed Ata Hasnain.