Updated On: 08 Aug 2026
NEW DELHI: Addressing the 57th convocation ceremony of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that in an era of rapid technological advancement and changing global equations, continuous learning remains the ultimate key to success.
Over 3,000 students, including 587 PhD scholars, were conferred their degrees during the ceremony. The Prime Minister also virtually inaugurated ‘Param Pragya’—an AI-powered high-performance supercomputing facility at the institute’s Sonipat campus, expected to strengthen capabilities in artificial intelligence, data science, advanced computing, and interdisciplinary research.
‘The World Will Evolve, Those Who Learn Will Succeed’
Pointing to the fast-shifting global power dynamics driven by technology, PM Modi emphasized that adaptability will define the future.
“The global strategic equation is shifting swiftly. The global power balance is evolving by the moment, driven primarily by the pace of technological advancement,” PM Modi said. “No one can say with certainty what the world will look like in the next 20 or 30 years. The world, technology, industries, and professions will all evolve. But amidst all this, remember one thing: those who keep learning will succeed.”
Recalling his previous interaction with the institute during the COVID period, the Prime Minister expressed his joy at being present on campus in person:
“The last time I attended a convocation, the entire country was going through the COVID period. I had joined virtually then. But today, I am here in person among all of you young people. You are currently experiencing a memorable moment in your lives. Being a part of this moment, filled with excitement, dreams and emotions, and coming to the IIT Delhi campus to share this experience with all of you is also very special for me.”
He added that he felt as proud of the graduating class as their own families were.
‘Keep Curiosity Alive: Don’t Just Ask, Find the Answer’
Urging graduates to maintain their drive and critical thinking, PM Modi encouraged them to question long-held assumptions and develop the courage to find solutions to complex problems.
“Keep curiosity alive in life. Keep your learning instinct awakened,” he told the graduates.
He advised students to cherish their journey at IIT Delhi, from orientation to convocation, noting that as responsibilities increase in the future, these memories will serve as a reminder of their student years.
When dealing with complex challenges in life and career, PM Modi shared a practical strategy:
“Whenever you find a challenge big, don’t get scared. Divide it into small parts.”
He remarked that individuals who are open to new situations and challenges will naturally turn those challenges into opportunities, noting that “this is what you have learned at IIT Delhi.”
‘From Chips to Ships’: Self-Reliance and the Startup Ecosystem
Highlighting India’s push towards becoming self-reliant across every sector, PM Modi praised the youth for playing an instrumental role in shaping the nation’s startup revolution. Referencing the high number of successful founders originating from IIT Delhi, he noted:
“If a single institute can achieve so much, just imagine the immense force that is being built across the entire country.”
Turning to India’s manufacturing and high-tech capabilities, PM Modi cited the semiconductor sector as a prime example of overcoming skepticism to achieve national goals.
“Referring to the semiconductor sector, when the government took steps in this direction, some people questioned whether India would be able to do it,” he recalled. “But today, production has begun at the first semiconductor unit. I firmly believe that from chips to ships, everything will be made here by your hands.”
He also extended his best wishes for the new artificial intelligence initiatives launched at the institute.
Concluding his address, the Prime Minister reminded the graduates that their decisions over the next 30 to 35 years will contribute directly to India’s journey towards ‘Viksit Bharat’, urging them to consider how their work can meet the broader needs of the country.
