The 57th Convocation of the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) marked a historic milestone for higher education and advanced scientific research in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the grand ceremony as the chief guest at 11 AM in New Delhi. During the auspicious occasion, degrees were conferred upon a total of 3,036 graduating students across various discipline levels, including BTech, MTech, MSc, MBA, and doctoral programs. Among the graduating cohort were 587 PhD scholars who successfully completed their research work. Demonstrating national recognition for academic excellence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally presented prestigious awards, including the President's Gold Medal, the Director's Gold Medal, the Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma Gold Medal, and the Perfect 10 Gold Medal to outstanding achievers.
Supercomputer Param Pragya to Supercharge Indian AI and Data Science Research
The defining highlight of the 57th Convocation was the inauguration of a state-of-the-art technological facility dedicated to the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi digitally launched 'Param Pragya', an advanced High-Performance Computing (HPC) system powered by artificial intelligence. Established at IIT Delhi's extension campus located in Sonipat, Haryana, this ultra-modern supercomputer is equipped with specialized processing capabilities. Param Pragya is built to handle massive data processing workloads, execute intricate mathematical calculations, and accelerate the training of large-scale AI models. Experts view this inauguration as a major milestone in strengthening India's indigenous supercomputing infrastructure and elevating data science research to global standards.
Indigenous Computing Power for Healthcare, Defense, and Climate Science
As artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics continue to redefine global technological landscapes, the commissioning of Param Pragya offers a major boost to Indian scientists. By providing massive internal computing power, the supercomputer eliminates the reliance of Indian researchers on expensive foreign computing infrastructure. Faculty members and scholars at IIT Delhi will leverage Param Pragya to conduct cutting-edge research across critical sectors. Key focus areas include novel drug discovery in healthcare, precise meteorological forecasting, smart manufacturing solutions, scalable AI model training, and advanced defense technologies. This indigenous computing capacity will empower researchers to solve complex national challenges independently.
Over 3,000 Graduates and Scholars Awarded Degrees at Convocation
The IIT Delhi campus witnessed an atmosphere of celebration and academic pride as students gathered to receive their degrees. A total of 3,036 scholars completing BTech, MTech, MSc, MBA, and PhD degrees were formally graduated. The conferment of elite honors, such as the President's Gold Medal, Director's Gold Medal, Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma Gold Medal, and Perfect 10 Gold Medal, recognized the hard work and intellectual dedication of the institute's top performers. The ceremony celebrated not only individual academic achievements but also the collective technological potential of India's youth.
ALIGN Initiative Connects 18 NITs with IIT Delhi Alongside Student Mentorship Programs
Broadening its vision for national academic integration, IIT Delhi unveiled key collaborative initiatives during the convocation event. The institute announced a strategic research network spanning 18 National Institutes of Technology (NITs) across India, branded as the 'ALIGN' initiative. Through ALIGN, students and researchers from both NITs and IITs can collaborate on joint research endeavors while sharing access to state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure and experimental tools. Furthermore, IIT Delhi introduced comprehensive mentorship programs focused on supporting students' mental wellbeing and providing structured career guidance. The Prime Minister underscored the importance of applying technological expertise toward solving real-world challenges facing the nation.
