BCU awards 35,911 graduates at second annual convocation

Sowmya Raju | NT

Bengaluru: Bengaluru City University (BCU) held its second annual convocation on Monday, during which a total of 35,911 undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) students graduated.

The graduating batch was in the ratio of 40.85% male (14,672) and 59.14% female (21,239). BCU awarded 33 gold medals and cash prizes for PG courses and five gold medals for UG courses.

The convocation ceremony was held at the Jnana Jyoti auditorium of the university. Governor of Karnataka and Chancellor of Bengaluru City University, Thawar Chand Gehlot presided over the ceremony.

Dr CN Manjunath, a renowned cardiologist and the director of the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, was the chief guest and addressed the graduates about success in life and career.

Minister for Higher Education and Pro-chancellor of the University Dr MC Sudhakar was also present. The governor in his address congratulated the graduating students and urged them to use their education to make a positive contribution to society.

He also highlighted the importance of research and innovation in the development of the country. Donors also established 14 gold medals for students who secured the highest ranks.

Sixty-one students received rank certificates, while 38 rank holders received 51 gold medals. All gold medallists also received a cash prize of Rs 20,000. Dr CN Manjunath expressed his displeasure about the shortage of funds for research activities in universities, in his speech.

Dr Manjunath said that the lack of funding is a major obstacle to innovation and progress.

He pointed out that India is home to some of the brightest minds in the world, but they are often unable to pursue their research dreams due to a lack of resources.

Dr Manjunath also expressed concern about the mental health of students.

He said that the pressure to succeed in today’s competitive environment is taking a toll on young people’s mental well-being. He urged universities to provide more support to students who are struggling with stress and anxiety