PM Modi Urges IIT Delhi Graduates to Drive India's Tech Growth, Unveils AI Facility
August 8, 2026
The collaboration involves government stakeholders to strengthen digital frameworks and security standards, addressing real-world challenges for a robust digital ecosystem.
At IIT Delhi's 57th convocation, Prime Minister Modi will address more than 3,000 graduates, including 587 PhD scholars, while IIT Delhi also unveils Param Pragya, an AI-powered high-performance computing facility at its Sonepat campus to bolster AI, data science, and interdisciplinary research.
During the ceremony, Modi is pictured handing over a degree and shaking hands with a graduating student, underscoring the personal connection of the milestone.
Modi warns graduates to avoid distractions from social media, urging focus on personal growth, physical and mental health, and continual self-improvement.
He outlines national goals for the next 30-35 years, calling for responsible, self-reliant growth in economy, technology, and industry to build a Viksit Bharat.
Modi acknowledges diverse future paths for students—careers, salaries, startups, or further studies—and emphasizes a shared sense of achievement.
He highlights sectoral opportunities for the youth in space, semiconductors, drones, AI, data centers, minerals, and energy, while praising India’s startup ecosystem.
Government-driven research opportunities and funding are outlined, including the Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship, the National Research Foundation, and a substantial fund for research, along with One Nation One Subscription for journal access.
An author note introduces Ganpat Singh Choughan as the content writer for Udaipur Kiran & Daily Kiran.
Modi urges graduates to sustain curiosity and engage in lifelong learning, viewing challenges as opportunities for innovative solutions.
Modi notes India’s progress in semiconductor production and broader manufacturing ambitions, signaling confidence that India will increasingly manufacture from chips to ships domestically.
To support collaborations, IIT Delhi launches ALIGN—Academic Linkages for Innovation and National Growth—to deepen academic and research ties with partner institutions.
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The Times Of India • Aug 8, 2026
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The New Indian Express • Aug 8, 2026
PM Modi to address IIT’s 57th convocation, launch AI supercomputing facility
Business Standard • Aug 7, 2026
PM Modi set to address 57th convocation ceremony of IIT Delhi on Saturday